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Dubai Floods: UAE Allocates $544 Million for Repairs After Record Rains | Oneindia News

The United Arab Emirates unveils a $544 million fund for repairs following record-breaking rains and widespread flooding. Learn more about the government's response to the aftermath of the historic rainfall and its commitment to supporting affected Emirati families. #Dubai #DubaiFloods #DubaiRains #DubaiFlood #DubaiNews #UAEFloods #UAERains #UAENews #OmanRains #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.125~HT.96~

Dubai Floods: NASA posts pics of flooded UAE areas after 6 billion cubic metres of rain| Oneindia

NASA has unveiled striking images capturing the extensive flooding in the UAE following the recent torrential rainfall. Describing it as a "slow-moving storm," NASA highlighted the unprecedented deluge that inundated the Gulf states, surpassing a year's worth of rainfall in some regions. According to the UAE's meteorological department, the country received a staggering 6.04 billion cubic metres of rain last week, nearly equivalent to its annual precipitation of 6.7 billion cubic metres. This remarkable event underscores the magnitude of the weather phenomenon that swept across the region. #DubaiFloods #UAEFloods #NASAImages #FloodedUAE #RainInUAE #UAEWeather #FloodMonitoring #NASAData #UAEEnvironment #ClimateChange ~PR.152~ED.155~GR.123~HT.318~

Dubai Floods Update: Emirates & flydubai Resume Operations After Airport Chaos | Oneindia News

Emirates and flydubai swiftly return to normal operations following severe flooding in Dubai. Thousands of flights disrupted, but resilience prevails. Stay updated on UAE travel news. #Dubai #DubaiFloods #DubaiRains #DubaiFlood #DubaiNews #UAEFloods #UAERains #UAENews #OmanRains #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

European elections: are national issues overshadowing European ones?

Will voters really have the EU itself in mind when they cast their ballot at the European elections in June?

After scandal-stained term, measures to clean up the European Parliament’s act watered down

As a mandate riddled with allegations of corruption, undue influence and misconduct among EU lawmakers draws to an end, the European Parliament has tried to push through reforms designed to bring the next chamber in line.

State of the Union: End of the mandate, enlargement and revolution

The 9th legislature of the European Parliament has come to an end. We recap the scandals that marred the mandate, but also preview the debate around the 20th anniversary of the EU's biggest enlargement.

Is the European Parliament under threat from espionage?

Fears are mounting that the EU's democracy could be under threat from espionage.

EU elections: French far-right candidate launches his campaign but avoids confrontation

Just hours after Macron's Europe speech, the head of the French far-right party Jordan Bardella called for a last-minute press conference on Thursday in Paris, unveiling his campaign for the European elections… but refused to answer questions.

Rishi Sunak arrives in Berlin to meet German Chancellor

Rishi Sunak has arrived in Berlin where he is set to meet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for talks on Wednesday. The topics of the meeting at the Chancellery will include mutual relations, the Russian war against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East. It comes as Rishi Sunak met in Warsaw, Poland, on Tuesday with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss security. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

International News Wrap EP 4: Dubai Floods, Russia warns West of direct clash and more | Oneindia

Welcome to another episode of the International News Wrap, your ultimate destination for the latest global updates, brought to you exclusively by OneIndia. Amidst escalating violence in the Middle East and heightened tensions as Ukraine braces for a potential summer offensive by Russia, the world stage is rife with significant events. Today, we explore a diverse array of stories, from Sheikh Hamda’s directive to expedite salary payments for government employees in flood-stricken Dubai to the resignation of Israel's Military Chief. Stay tuned as we delve into the day's top international developments, ensuring you remain informed and up-to-date on global affairs. #DubaiFlood #IsraelIranConflict #IsraelHamasWar #GazaConflict #DubaiRains #DubaiWeather #CrownPrinceSupport #UAE #GovernmentEmployees #EmergencyResponse #SevereWeather #GazaConflict #HumanitarianCrisis #MiddleEast #GlobalSecurity. ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Visits Pakistan Amid Escalating Tensions with Israel |Oneindia News

Discover the significance of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's three-day visit to Pakistan amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East. Explore why this diplomatic engagement holds importance for regional stability and cooperation. Stay informed with our in-depth analysis. #IranianPresident #IranPakistan #EbrahimRaisi #IranPakistanRelations #IsraelIranTensions #IsraelIranConflict #ShehbazSharif #AsifAliZardari #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.101~GR.121~HT.96~

Kim Kardashian & Kamala Harris: Inside White House Roundtable on Criminal Justice Reform | Oneindia

Go behind closed doors as Kim Kardashian joins Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House for a crucial roundtable discussion on criminal justice reform. Witness their collaborative efforts and passionate advocacy for second chances and meaningful change. #KimKardashian #KamalaHarris #WhiteHouse #WhiteHouseRoundTable #JoeBiden #TheKardashians #VPKamalaHarris #Oneindia ~PR.274~HT.101~HT.98~GR.122~

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion to Micron Technology for Semiconductor Production

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion , to Micron Technology , for Semiconductor Production. On April 25, President Biden will travel to Syracuse, NY, to announce over $6 billion in federal grants that his administration is awarding to Micron Technology, NPR reports. . Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who was heavily involved in enacting the CHIPS and Science Act, issued a statement about the investment. . This is the federal government taking back the reins, putting money where its mouth is when we say we want the future of tech to be stamped: 'Made in America.', Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. Micron will invest $100 billion of the funds to construct a manufacturing facility in Syracuse. Schumer referred to the plan as "quite a great return" on the government's investment. A factory will also be built in Boise, Idaho, NPR reports. . That facility is expected to be ready for production by 2026, while two New York factories will likely be ready by 2028 and 2029. The White House estimates that the projects could create 20,000 jobs in construction and manufacturing. in addition to "tens of thousands of indirect jobs in the regions," NPR reports. . The CHIPS and Science Act has also provided funding for Intel, TSMC and Samsung

FTC to Decide Whether Noncompete Agreements Should Be Banned

FTC to Decide , Whether Noncompete Agreements , Should Be Banned. After receiving over 26,000 public comments about the issue, the Federal Trade Commission is set to deliver its verdict on April 30, NPR reports. . The commission said that if approved, the final rule "would generally prevent most employers from using noncompete clauses.". The commission said that if approved, the final rule "would generally prevent most employers from using noncompete clauses.". Approximately one in five Americans, spanning minimum wage workers to CEOs, are subject to noncompete agreements, the FTC estimates. . The Biden administration says that these types of agreements hurt workers by decreasing wages. The White House also argues that these agreements harm the U.S. economy because entrepreneurship isn't allowed to freely flourish. . FTC Chair Lina M. Khan issued a statement when the proposed ban was initially introduced. The freedom to change jobs is core to economic liberty and to a competitive, thriving economy, FTC Chair Lina M. Khan, via statement. Noncompetes block workers from freely switching jobs, depriving them of higher wages and better working conditions, and depriving businesses of a talent pool that they need to build and expand, FTC Chair Lina M. Khan, via statement. Businesses argue that noncompete agreements are essential for safeguarding investments and proprietary information. Those businesses also question whether the agency has the power "to regulate such agreements," NPR reports. . If the FTC votes to issue a final rule, enforcement wouldn't occur for 180 days, and legal challenges would likely ensue.

Fears of Potential Iranian Attack Drive US Stocks Down Nearly 500 Points

Fears of Potential Iranian Attack , Drive US Stocks Down , Nearly 500 Points. CNN reports that United States stocks dropped on April 12 amid rising tensions in the Middle East pushing traders to seek safe havens like gold and bonds. CNN reports that United States stocks dropped on April 12 amid rising tensions in the Middle East pushing traders to seek safe havens like gold and bonds. By mid-afternoon, the Dow had fallen 1.4%, the S&P 500 went down 1.6%, and the Nasdaq dropped 1.8%. The dip came after the White House announced that both the U.S. and Israel are on alert for a potential attack by Iran or its allies. The dip came after the White House announced that both the U.S. and Israel are on alert for a potential attack by Iran or its allies. The warning comes after Iran accused Israel of a deadly airstrike on a consulate in Damascus, Syria. . The news also sent oil prices up amid fears of regional tensions escalating as a result of the ongoing war in Gaza. . The news also sent oil prices up amid fears of regional tensions escalating as a result of the ongoing war in Gaza. . Brent crude futures jumped up to $90.42 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate crude futures increased to $86.65 a barrel. Those geopolitical concerns and subsequent rising oil prices sent investors to safe havens like gold futures, which rose to $2,379 a troy ounce. Those geopolitical concerns and subsequent rising oil prices sent investors to safe havens like gold futures, which rose to $2,379 a troy ounce. CNN reports that Americans' opinions of the economy have dipped in the past few months amid persistently high inflation. The geopolitical fears come as investors are already contending with concerns that the Federal Reserve could wait to bring interest rates down from a 23-year high. Officials at the Fed have signaled that further rate hikes could still be on the way if the central bank's efforts to fight inflation stall.