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PoliticsDr Anwar Gargash Slams 'Desperate Media Campaigns' and False Claims Targeting the UAE
Diplomatic adviser Dr Anwar Gargash has dismissed false media claims against the UAE regarding Iran, emphasizing the nation's focus on tangible achievements amid regional tensions.
PoliticsUAE Halts Trade With Iran Amid Rising Tensions as US Talks Stall and Israel Strikes Syria
The UAE has suspended trade and financial transactions with Iran amid escalating regional tensions, while US-Iran talks stall over the Strait of Hormuz and Israel strikes Syria.
CultureAbu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026 to Highlight Don Quixote and Al Farahidi
The 35th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, rescheduled to September 2026, will spotlight Don Quixote, Arab scholar Al Farahidi, and a diverse cultural and literary programme.
SportsAl Nassr Shine and Samu Costa Stars as Saudi Pro League Returns with Action-Packed Opener
Al Nassr started their Saudi Pro League title defence with a victory under Ange Postecoglou, while newcomers like Samu Costa and returning stars made headlines across the opening weekend.
CultureRecording Academy Reconsiders Asian Pop Category Following BTS Boycott
The Recording Academy is reviewing the newly introduced Best Asian Pop Music category following a boycott and protest by boy band BTS.
PoliticsHigh-Stakes Diplomacy: Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf Begins Three-Day Visit to Iraq Amid Militia Tensions
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has arrived in Baghdad for a three-day visit amid regional security challenges, ongoing militia tensions, and oil export talks.
SportsEvery 2026/27 Premier League Kit Ranked: From Instant Classics to Fashion Regrets
A comprehensive ranking of all 20 Premier League kits for the 2026/27 season, highlighting the best and worst designs from the top flight.
MiscellaneousUAE Commits Billions to Global Relief and Humanitarian Aid Amid Rising Crises
Marking World Humanitarian Day, the UAE has distributed billions of dirhams in humanitarian aid worldwide in 2026, tackling global crises from Gaza and Sudan to natural disaster zones.
CultureChristina Aguilera and Offlimits Music Festival Cancel Abu Dhabi Performances
Christina Aguilera's scheduled September concert at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi has been cancelled without a replacement date, following the cancellation of the Offlimits Music Festival.
EconomyJordan'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.
TechnologyNew Heat-Sensing Satellites Track Oil Pipeline Damage and Energy Infrastructure in Real-Time
New high-resolution heat-sensing satellites from British start-up SatVu are enabling near real-time tracking of oil pipeline damage, operational changes, and environmental conditions across the Gulf region.
SportsGianni Infantino Faces Leadership Crisis as Fifa Navigates Financial Revamp and Growing Pains
Gianni Infantino faces intense political pressure and threats to his Fifa presidency following controversial tournament decisions and financial proposals. Despite record World Cup revenues, questions regarding the commercialisation and integrity of the sport threaten his future.
EconomySaudi 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.
HealthNew UAE-Developed AI Platform iGenRARE Accelerates Rare Disease Diagnosis
Researchers at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi have developed iGenRARE, an agentic AI platform designed to help doctors diagnose over 7,000 rare diseases more quickly and accurately.
PoliticsRecent Turmoil in Libya Highlights the Fragility of the Country's Uneasy Status Quo
Recent drone attacks, an assassination, and institutional shocks in Libya have exposed the extreme fragility of the country's uneasy political status quo and threatened its energy infrastructure.
PoliticsPakistan Supreme Court Orders Hospital Transfer for Imprisoned Former Prime Minister Imran Khan
Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered former prime minister Imran Khan to be moved from prison to a hospital within 48 hours due to growing health concerns.
UAE Implements Stricter Global Ranking Requirements for Emirati Study Abroad Scholarships
The Ministry of Higher Education has revised regulations for Emirati students seeking government-funded overseas scholarships, introducing strict global university ranking requirements and prioritizing key national sectors.
CultureJohn Cena Joins Star-Studded Line-up for Abu Dhabi's Middle East Film and Comic Con
WWE legend John Cena will headline the Middle East Film and Comic Con in Abu Dhabi this September alongside stars from One Piece, Marvel, and Star Wars.
MiscellaneousAbu Dhabi Drink-Driver Sentenced to Six Months and Fined Dh100,000 for Driving Against Traffic
An Abu Dhabi driver has received a six-month jail sentence and a Dh100,000 fine for driving against traffic while under the influence of alcohol.
EconomySoaring 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.
CultureAbu Dhabi Launches New Visitor Experience Awards to Elevate Tourism Standards
Abu Dhabi has launched the Visitor Experience Awards to honor organizations and professionals delivering exceptional tourism services, supporting the emirate's goal of reaching 39.3 million visitors by 2030.
CultureAncient Menu Revealed: Foragers in the Levant Consumed Snakes and Lizards for 3,000 Years
A study of fossils from El Wad Terrace in Israel shows that reptiles formed a consistent part of the Natufian diet for 3,000 years, serving as a reliable supplementary food source as permanent settlements grew.
Breaking NewsSeven Syrian Security Personnel Arrested Following Detainee's Tragic Death
Syrian authorities have arrested seven security personnel, including a police station chief, following the death of detainee Mohammad Ghamira from internal bleeding shortly after his release.
Breaking NewsJudge Limits Use of 'Terrorist' and 'Terrorism' in Upcoming Pan Am Lockerbie Trial
A US judge has restricted the use of the words 'terrorism' and 'terrorist' in the upcoming trial of Abu Agila Mohammad Masud over the 1988 Pan Am flight 103 bombing in Lockerbie to prevent jury bias.