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Climate Change Could Triple the Size of Wildfire-Affected Areas Across Europe

Climate Change Could Triple the Size of Wildfire-Affected Areas Across Europe

New research warns that climate change could triple the size of wildfire-affected areas across Europe by the end of the century. Meanwhile, a new report highlights the escalating economic costs of extreme heat in London.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Why Modern Workplaces Must Adapt to Help Employees Balance Careers and Life

Why Modern Workplaces Must Adapt to Help Employees Balance Careers and Life

Organisations must adapt their career and workplace models to support employee flexibility and personal responsibilities as technology and workforce dynamics evolve.

The National|August 20, 2026
Sharjah’s Arada Group Unveils $1.36 Billion Twin-Tower Residential Project on Australia's Gold Coast

Sharjah’s Arada Group Unveils $1.36 Billion Twin-Tower Residential Project on Australia's Gold Coast

Sharjah-based Arada Group is expanding its footprint in Australia with a $1.36 billion twin-tower residential project in Broadbeach on the Gold Coast, targeting completion before the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The National|August 20, 2026|1
Strait of Hormuz Oil Flows Tripled Under US-Iran MoU Before Expiration, Ship Tracking Data Reveals

Strait of Hormuz Oil Flows Tripled Under US-Iran MoU Before Expiration, Ship Tracking Data Reveals

Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz surged while a US-Iran MoU was in effect, but expired without a permanent peace deal amid ongoing commercial vessel attacks.

Al Jazeera English|August 20, 2026|1
Manus on Markets: Analyzing the Effectiveness of Bessent's Bond Buybacks

Manus on Markets: Analyzing the Effectiveness of Bessent's Bond Buybacks

Manus Cranny examines whether Bessent's bond buybacks will work amidst a backdrop of global financial flux, tariff turmoil, and major international headlines.

The National|August 20, 2026
Abu Dhabi Set to Double Power Demand by 2050 Amid Rapid Economic and Digital Growth

Abu Dhabi Set to Double Power Demand by 2050 Amid Rapid Economic and Digital Growth

Abu Dhabi's power demand is expected to double by 2050, fueled by rapid economic expansion, population growth, and heavy investments in renewable energy and artificial intelligence infrastructure.

The National|August 19, 2026|1
US Administration Weighs Support for Lebanon's Ailing Electricity Sector

US Administration Weighs Support for Lebanon's Ailing Electricity Sector

The US is reviewing Lebanon's decades-old electricity crisis for potential support following talks between President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. The initiative aims to bolster the Lebanese state and reduce reliance on private generators and Hezbollah-linked energy networks.

The National|August 19, 2026|1
Turkey Enters Syria's Oil and Gas Sector with Major Exploration Deals

Turkey Enters Syria's Oil and Gas Sector with Major Exploration Deals

Turkey has agreed to launch oil and gas exploration in Syria as Damascus seeks foreign investment to rehabilitate its battered energy sector following years of civil war.

The National|August 19, 2026
Six Countries Offer Lucrative Financial Grants and Incentives for Egyptians Seeking to Live and Work Abroad

Six Countries Offer Lucrative Financial Grants and Incentives for Egyptians Seeking to Live and Work Abroad

Six countries are currently offering financial grants, housing support, and relocation incentives to attract international workers and entrepreneurs, though standard visa and residency requirements still apply.

Egypt Independent|August 19, 2026|1
Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Oversees Leadership Transition at SCZONE

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Oversees Leadership Transition at SCZONE

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly presided over the formal handover of the Suez Canal Economic Zone presidency from outgoing chairman Walid Gamal al-Din to newly appointed chairman Moustafa Shekhon.

Egypt Independent|August 19, 2026
Manus on Markets: UAE Suspends Trade and Financial Transactions with Iran Amid Global Economic Shifts

Manus on Markets: UAE Suspends Trade and Financial Transactions with Iran Amid Global Economic Shifts

Manus Cranny explores global financial shifts, highlighted by the UAE halting trade and financial transactions with Iran, alongside other international news updates.

The National|August 19, 2026|1
US and Canada Secure Last-Minute Trade Agreement to Avoid Massive Tariffs, Trump Announces

US and Canada Secure Last-Minute Trade Agreement to Avoid Massive Tariffs, Trump Announces

US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Canada have reached a trade agreement to prevent a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods just before a midnight deadline.

Al Jazeera English|August 19, 2026|1
Why Iraq's Economic Crisis Requires Deep Reform Rather Than Currency Redenomination

Why Iraq's Economic Crisis Requires Deep Reform Rather Than Currency Redenomination

As Iraqi officials consider redenominating the dinar, experts emphasize that deep-seated corruption and a lack of public trust in financial institutions remain the nation's true economic hurdles.

The National|August 19, 2026|1
Why Coal Profits Are Surging Worldwide Amid the Iran War Crisis

Why Coal Profits Are Surging Worldwide Amid the Iran War Crisis

The war on Iran and the resulting disruption of oil and gas supplies have forced nations worldwide to fall back on coal, driving a major surge in consumption and profits for producers like South Africa's Thungela Resources.

Al Jazeera English|August 19, 2026|2
US Refineries Now Import Half of Venezuela's Oil Output, Senior Official Reveals

US Refineries Now Import Half of Venezuela's Oil Output, Senior Official Reveals

A senior US official revealed that the United States is now taking in half of Venezuela's oil output, following months of major political shifts and production adjustments.

Al Jazeera English|August 19, 2026|1
Jordan's King Abdullah Seeks Deeper Economic Ties with Chinese Executives in Shanghai

Jordan's King Abdullah Seeks Deeper Economic Ties with Chinese Executives in Shanghai

Jordan's King Abdullah met with Chinese business executives in Shanghai to strengthen economic partnerships and discuss regional challenges amid the ongoing Iran war.

The National|August 18, 2026
Saudi Aramco and Maaden Join Forces to Unlock $2.5 Trillion in Mineral Wealth

Saudi Aramco and Maaden Join Forces to Unlock $2.5 Trillion in Mineral Wealth

Saudi Aramco and Maaden have formed a joint venture to explore critical minerals across a 182,000-square-kilometre area, supporting Saudi Arabia's goals to diversify its economy and tap into $2.5 trillion of mineral wealth.

The National|August 18, 2026|1
Top Russian Economist Ousted After Publicly Warning of Ukraine War's Economic Toll

Top Russian Economist Ousted After Publicly Warning of Ukraine War's Economic Toll

Top Russian economist Andrey Klepach lost his position at VEB shortly after his critical remarks about the economic toll of the war in Ukraine were made public.

Egypt Independent|August 18, 2026
Soaring Tobacco Taxes and Mild Penalties Drive Booming Global Illicit Cigarette Trade

Soaring Tobacco Taxes and Mild Penalties Drive Booming Global Illicit Cigarette Trade

Experts warn that punitive tobacco taxes and lenient smuggling penalties are driving a booming global black market, following a massive seizure of over 70 million illicit cigarettes by Dubai Customs.

The National|August 18, 2026|1
Brazil's President Champions Amazon Oil as the 'Passport to the Future'

Brazil's President Champions Amazon Oil as the 'Passport to the Future'

Brazil's president has declared that Amazon oil represents a passport to the future, according to a recent video report.

Al Jazeera English|August 18, 2026|1