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TechnologyAI-Powered Flight Trials Seek to Reduce Climate-Warming Contrails Over the Atlantic
A UK government and Google-backed trial named Operation Blue Skies is using AI and minor flight path adjustments to reduce climate-warming contrails over the North Atlantic.
TechnologyYouTube Updates View-Counting System to Provide Clearer Metrics for Content Creators
YouTube is updating its view-counting system starting August 24 to record views as soon as a video begins playing, aiming to reduce metric confusion for content creators.
PoliticsIsraeli Airstrikes Target Abu Al Duhur Military Airfield in Syria's Idlib, State TV Reports
Syrian state TV reported that Israeli warplanes struck the runway of Abu Al Duhur military airfield in the eastern Idlib countryside, causing material damage but no casualties.
CultureNetflix's 'Physical 100: Italy': Meet the Olympic Champions and Celebrities Competing
Netflix is launching Physical 100: Italy, the first country-specific adaptation of the hit reality competition, featuring 100 contestants including Olympic champions and celebrities.
EconomyLibya Seeks Up to $40 Billion to Unlock Vast Oil and Gas Potential Amid Security Challenges
Libya's National Oil Corporation is seeking up to $40 billion in investments to revive its oil and gas sector and increase production, despite ongoing political instability and security threats.
CultureAncient Egyptian Tomb Reveals Centuries of Evolving Burial Customs and Spatial Constraints in Luxor
Spanish researchers studying a 4,000-year-old tomb at the Theban Necropolis in Luxor have discovered how burial customs and spatial constraints changed Egyptian funerary practices over hundreds of years.
CultureThe Ultimate Guide to the World's Most Glamorous Beach Clubs for Summer 2026
Discover the most stunning beach clubs around the world for 2026, where luxury fashion brands, high-end dining, and breathtaking coastal destinations redefine seaside living.
TechnologyWhy Artificial Intelligence Must Learn That Humanity Speaks in Many Voices
Artificial intelligence models heavily rely on English data, risking cultural misunderstandings. New initiatives in the UAE aim to bridge this gap by incorporating diverse Arabic dialects into AI training.
PoliticsSyrian Court Sentences Former President's Cousin Wasim Al Assad to Death for Premeditated Murder
A Syrian court in Damascus has sentenced Wasim Al Assad, cousin of former president Bashar Al Assad, to death for premeditated murder and other major crimes.
PoliticsSyrian Court Sentences Former President's Cousin Wasim Al Assad to Death for Premeditated Murder
A Syrian court has sentenced Wasim Al Assad, cousin of former president Bashar Al Assad, to death for premeditated murder following his arrest in June.
EconomyIraq Revives Longstanding Plan to Delete Zeros from Dinar Amid Deepening Budget Squeeze
Iraq is reviving discussions to remove zeros from the dinar to address a severe budget squeeze, combat idle hoarded cash, and restore currency value.
EconomyDubai Advances Mega Rail Project to Connect DXB and DWC Airports with Five-Station Express Line
The Roads and Transport Authority has received six bids for a 55-kilometre train line connecting Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport.
CultureAbu Dhabi's Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries Set to Tackle AI, Gaming, and the Future of the Creative Economy
The fifth annual Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries in Abu Dhabi will gather experts to discuss Arabic intellectual property, AI tools, gaming, and creative financing at Manarat Al Saadiyat.
PoliticsMiddle East Tensions Mount as Kushner Claims Iran Rejects Deal and Shipping Slows
As shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slows and regional tensions persist, reports indicate that Iran is showing no interest in a deal while US and Iranian developments unfold.
CultureQueen Rania Shares Heartwarming First Photos of Newborn Twin Granddaughters Talia and Rania
Queen Rania and King Abdullah II of Jordan have shared the first photos of their newborn twin granddaughters, Talia and Rania, born to Princess Iman and Jameel Alexander Thermiotis.
CultureDisney Teases Emirati Heritage Research for Abu Dhabi Theme Park with Al Ain Oasis and Qasr Al Hosn Footage
Disney revealed footage of its Imagineers visiting Al Ain Oasis and Qasr Al Hosn at the D23 convention, offering a glimpse into the cultural research behind the upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi.
EconomyManus on Markets: How Claude is Fueling Explosive Growth for Anthropic
Manus Cranny examines the latest global financial trends, highlighting how Claude is driving explosive growth for Anthropic alongside other major world news.
SportsCameroon Claims Maiden Wafcon Crown as Malawi and Algeria Make History in Morocco
Cameroon won their first Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title with a victory over Malawi, while Algeria and Morocco also made historic tournament achievements.
SportsManchester City Close in on £85 Million Deal for Moroccan Midfield Prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi
Eighteen-year-old Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi is nearing an £85 million transfer to Manchester City from Lille to help fill the void left by Rodri.
CultureSuhail Star Sighting Signals End of UAE Summer, Though High Humidity Persists
The upcoming appearance of the Suhail star signals the end of peak summer in the UAE, though rising humidity means outdoor conditions will remain challenging.
CultureShakira's Abu Dhabi Concert Canceled as Offlimits Music Festival Calls Off November Event
Abu Dhabi's Offlimits Music Festival featuring Shakira and the Jonas Brothers has been canceled, with organizers promising automatic ticket refunds. While the UAE performance is off, the artist's upcoming shows in Doha and Egypt remain on track.
PoliticsTrump Issues Warning to Oman as Gaza Working Groups Form and Iraq Considers Dinar Reform
US envoy Jared Kushner addresses stalled Iran talks, Trump warns Oman over shipping routes, and new Gaza working groups are established following recent diplomatic meetings.
SportsEvery 2026/27 Premier League Kit Ranked: All 20 Strips Rated from Best to Worst
All 20 Premier League kits for the 2026/27 season are ranked from best to worst, featuring hits, misses, and instant classics.
SportsFifa Dismisses Chief Operating Officer Following Criticism of President Gianni Infantino
Fifa has dismissed chief operating officer Kevin Lamour following his outspoken criticism of president Gianni Infantino's controversial commercial rights proposals.