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SportsMatheus Cunha Inspires Manchester United Ahead of Crucial October Fixtures
Matheus Cunha's late equalizer against Fulham helped Manchester United salvage a draw, with the striker looking ahead to a demanding month of fixtures in October.
EconomyUK Opposition Pledges to Restore Tax-Free Shopping to Revive High Streets
The UK Conservative party plans to restore tax-free shopping for overseas visitors to boost high street spending and attract international tourists back to Britain.
CultureRed Sea International Film Festival Postpones 2026 Event Until Late Next Year
Organisers have postponed the sixth Red Sea International Film Festival until late next year following a review of logistical requirements and timing. Despite the main event's delay, the Red Sea Film Foundation will continue its year-round initiatives and launch new programming in Historic Jeddah.
CultureAbu Dhabi Reading Club Sets Guinness World Record as 69 Nationalities Unite at Zayed National Museum
Readers from 69 nationalities gathered at Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi for a book club session organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre's Kalima Reading Club, setting a new Guinness World Record.
HealthParkin Launches Smart Parking Operations at Rashid Hospital in Healthcare Sector Expansion
Parkin has launched a smart parking system at Rashid Hospital as part of a new agreement with Dubai Health, ensuring patients retain free parking access during their visits.
PoliticsFrance Summons Iranian Ambassador Following Closure of Tehran Language Centre Amid Escalating Tensions
France is summoning the Iranian ambassador after Tehran shut down a French language centre, deepening diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
EconomyStrait of Hormuz Vessel Traffic Plummets as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab Al Mandeb has dropped sharply amid escalating Middle East tensions and rising security threats to commercial shipping.
EconomyCosmo Developments Launches Dh6 Billion 'The Wadi' Mixed-Use Project on Yas Island
Cosmo Developments has launched The Wadi, a Dh6 billion mixed-use residential project on Yas Island featuring 3,950 units and nature-led design.
CultureAbu Dhabi's Street Fighter Stars 'Big Bird' and 'AngryBird' Find Star Treatment at Tokyo Game Show 2026
Abu Dhabi Street Fighter players Adel “Big Bird” Anouche and Amjad “AngryBird” Al Shalabi drew crowds of devoted fans at the Tokyo Game Show 2026 while representing Red Dunes Esports.
PoliticsDubai Declares 10-Day Mourning Period Following Passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
Dubai has declared a ten-day mourning period with flags at half-mast following the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Monday.
SportsJose Mourinho Protests Controversial Decisions with Printed Screenshots After Real Madrid Derby Defeat
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho brought printed screenshots to his press conference to protest refereeing decisions after a 2-1 derby defeat to Atletico Madrid.
PoliticsGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz Vows to Fight On After Historic State Election Defeat
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has vowed to remain in office despite his party suffering a disastrous defeat in state elections. The losses highlight growing voter frustration with economic stagnation and rising living costs.
EconomyOil Prices Drop Amid Hopes UN Diplomacy Could Ease US-Iran Conflict
Oil prices fell to a one-week low on Monday as growing diplomatic optimism at the UN General Assembly raised hopes for a potential end to the US-Iran conflict.
EconomyAbu Dhabi Developer Eagle Hills Partners with Maldives for Massive $20 Billion Waterfront and Marina Mega-Project
Abu Dhabi developer Eagle Hills has agreed to build a $20 billion waterfront and marina project in the Maldives to boost foreign investment and tourism. The massive development in Ras Male will feature luxury residences, hotels, and a world-class marina.
PoliticsTrump to Hold High-Level Arab Talks at UNGA as Regional Diplomacy Intensifies
US President Donald Trump prepares for high-level talks at the UNGA focusing on Iran, while Egypt engages in diplomatic mediation and Dubai completes a major road expansion project.
SportsFrom a Google Search to F1 Dreams: Inside Rashid Al Dhaheri’s Remarkable Motorsport Journey
At 18, Emirati racing talent and Mercedes junior driver Rashid Al Dhaheri shares his inspiring journey from karting to the doorstep of Formula One.
Breaking NewsMassive Explosions Rock Syrian Army Site Near Aleppo as Experts Suspect Sabotage
A series of massive explosions at a military site south of Aleppo has left several injured and prompted concerns among analysts over a recurring pattern of blasts at Syrian weapons depots.
EconomyAbu Dhabi’s IHC Confirms Fount Trust as Ultimate Parent Following Ownership Restructure
Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company has confirmed Fount Trust as its ultimate parent following a corporate restructure designed to provide long-term ownership continuity.
CultureScones, Storytelling, and Savory Bites: 3 New Afternoon Teas to Experience in the UAE
Discover three new afternoon tea experiences in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this September, featuring everything from historical storytelling and classic scones to modern sliders and artisanal pastries.
TechnologyEmpowering Future Graduates: How Universities Must Adapt to the Age of Artificial Intelligence
As artificial intelligence transforms the global labour market, research highlights the urgent need for universities to redesign curricula through deeper industry partnerships and applied learning to prepare future-ready graduates.
HealthPresley Gerber, Model and Son of Cindy Crawford, Passes Away at 27
Presley Gerber, the model and son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at the age of 27 at a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles.
CultureDubai International Film Festival Returns After Decade-Long Hiatus, Igniting Excitement Among Filmmakers
The Dubai International Film Festival is set to return on December 8, 2027, after a decade-long absence, sparking immense excitement and a sense of homecoming among regional filmmakers and creatives.
HealthA New Era of Hope for Dementia Care Amid Growing Research Breakthroughs
Health experts highlight major advancements in global dementia research and clinical trials, offering renewed hope for earlier diagnoses and preventive treatments.
PoliticsIraq and Jordan Join Trump-GCC Talks as High-Stakes US-Arab Diplomacy Escalates in New York
US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Gulf officials, Iraq, and Jordan in New York as high-stakes US-Arab diplomacy intensifies around regional security and Iran.