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PoliticsA Quarter Century After 9/11, Muslim Americans Forge a Resilient Path in Society
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 attacks, Muslim and Arab Americans continue to navigate discrimination while asserting their identity and expanding their political influence.
EconomyUAE Announces New VAT Compliance Regulations Taking Effect This October
Federal Tax Authority Decision No. 13 of 2026 introduces strict new VAT compliance and supplier verification regulations in the UAE starting October 1, 2026.
CultureNew Paris Arab World Institute President Shifts Focus to Give Regional Artists Greater Autonomy
Anne-Claire Legendre, president of the Arab World Institute in Paris, is championing a new approach that gives Arab artists greater autonomy to curate their own exhibitions and cultural events.
PoliticsAssessing the Impact of UK Sanctions on Israeli Settlements in the West Bank
The UK's implementation of import bans and sanctions targeting illegal Israeli settlements places fresh pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu's government amidst escalating West Bank land grabs.
PoliticsIntelligence Reports Reveal Iran Has Restarted Ballistic Missile Manufacturing in Secret Underground Facilities
A new report indicates that Iran has resumed ballistic missile production in underground facilities despite previous claims that its military capabilities were decimated.
PoliticsGulf States Condemn Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia as Rebels Seize Strategic Yemeni Port of Mokha
Gulf states at the UN have strongly condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and maritime trade threats, warning of a wider regional conflict as rebels seize the key Yemeni port city of Mokha.
Breaking NewsIsrael Declares Southern Lebanon Security Zone Complete Following Massive Hezbollah Tunnel Demolition
Israel announced the completion of a security zone in southern Lebanon after using over 1,000 tonnes of explosives to demolish strategic Hezbollah tunnels beneath the Ali Al Taher ridge.
PoliticsRussia and China Block UN Push to Revive Iran Sanctions Committee Amid Escalating Nuclear Tensions
Russia and China have blocked a UN Security Council push to reactivate the Iran sanctions committee, escalating tensions following the IAEA's referral of Tehran over nuclear non-compliance.
TechnologyAnthropic Reveals AI Models Targeted for Biological Weapons and Cyber Attacks
A new report from Anthropic reveals that users attempted to misuse the company's AI models for biological weapons research, cyber attacks, and surveillance, though the company claims all operations were successfully disrupted.
SportsCristiano Ronaldo Faces Al Ain Test as Al Qadsiah Gatecrash Saudi Pro League Title Race
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al Nassr towards the top of the Saudi Pro League, while Al Qadsiah and Neom emerge as surprising title contenders after thrilling victories.
Breaking NewsShipping Plunges in Bab Al Mandeb and Hormuz as Houthis Seize Mokha Amid Escalating Regional Conflict
Ship transits through Bab Al Mandeb and Hormuz plummet as Houthi forces capture Mokha, amid escalating regional tensions and warnings from global leaders.
TechnologyUAE Space Agency Chief Emphasizes State Sovereignty and Private Integration in Global Space Race
At an international space summit in Paris, UAE Space Agency chief Dr Ahmad Al Falasi and other global leaders emphasized the critical role of state sovereignty, private-sector integration, and international cooperation in the evolving space race.
PoliticsUAE Hopes Algeria's Decision to Sever Diplomatic Ties Will Be Temporary
The UAE has expressed hope that Algeria's decision to cut diplomatic ties will be temporary, assuring that the move will not impact the Algerian community living in or visiting the Emirates.
HealthMediclinic Parkview Hospital Announces Dh420 Million Expansion to Boost Healthcare Services in Dubai
Mediclinic Parkview Hospital in Dubai is launching a Dh420 million expansion project to enhance specialised medical services and capacity by 2027.
PoliticsChemical Weapons Experts Urge Urgent Probe Into Alleged Sudanese Military Chlorine Attacks
Chemical weapons experts are calling for an international investigation into allegations that the Sudanese military has developed and used chlorine bombs during the ongoing civil war.
PoliticsPakistan Pushes US and Iran Toward Talks Amid Renewed Strikes, UN Envoy Says
Pakistan's UN ambassador states that Islamabad is urging the US and Iran to return to negotiations using an Islamabad-brokered memorandum of understanding despite ongoing tensions and strikes.
EconomyAbu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled to Lead UAE Delegation at New Delhi Brics Summit
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed will lead the UAE delegation at the 18th Brics Summit in New Delhi, focusing on financial co-operation and sustainable development.
EconomyUAE Commits €40 Billion to Landmark Investment Deal with Germany
The UAE has announced a massive 40 billion Euro investment in Germany to strengthen its long-term strategic partnership following talks in Berlin.
CultureVenice Film Festival Documentary 'Naza' Exposes Israeli Intelligence Testimonies and the Machinery of War in Gaza
The powerful Venice Film Festival documentary Naza features anonymous testimonies from Israeli intelligence personnel detailing the systematic destruction and civilian casualties in Gaza.
SportsUAE Bulls Confirmed as First Franchise for Revamped 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 Season
Defending champions UAE Bulls have been confirmed as the first franchise for the revamped 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 season under a new 10-year licence model.
TechnologyHigh-Priced iPhone Duo Set to Test UAE Market Demand for Foldable Smartphones
Apple's new iPhone Duo foldable smartphone is set to launch in the UAE with prices reaching up to Dh13,600, sparking debate among industry experts over whether it will succeed in the region.
EconomyGlobal Oil Prices Surge Past $105 Per Barrel as Houthi Forces Capture Critical Red Sea Port
Oil prices jumped above $105 per barrel after Houthi rebels seized the strategic Yemeni port of Mokha, worsening global supply fears amid ongoing conflicts.
PoliticsTwo Individuals Arrested in London Under National Security Act for Suspected Iranian Intelligence Activity
A 60-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman have been arrested in London under the National Security Act on suspicion of working for Iranian intelligence services.
CultureRemembering 9/11: The National Tragedy and the Immediate Backlash Faced by Arab and Muslim Americans
A personal reflection on the events of September 11, 2001, detailing the national grief alongside the immediate anti-Arab backlash and hate crimes faced by Arab and Muslim Americans.