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Navigating UAE Real Estate: How to Accurately Value Your Apartment and Choose Between Off-Plan and Completed Properties

Navigating UAE Real Estate: How to Accurately Value Your Apartment and Choose Between Off-Plan and Completed Properties

Property experts share essential advice on how UAE homeowners can accurately value their apartments and guide international investors through the choice between off-plan and completed properties.

The National|August 22, 2026|1
Trade Talks Collapse as US Imposes 50% Tariffs on $20bn in Canadian Goods

Trade Talks Collapse as US Imposes 50% Tariffs on $20bn in Canadian Goods

The United States has imposed 50-percent tariffs on over $20bn in Canadian goods after trade negotiations in Washington DC failed, prompting Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to vow dollar-for-dollar retaliation.

Al Jazeera English|August 22, 2026
World Bank Warns Lebanon's Economy Faces 6.4 Percent Contraction in 2026 Amid Renewed Conflict

World Bank Warns Lebanon's Economy Faces 6.4 Percent Contraction in 2026 Amid Renewed Conflict

The World Bank projects Lebanon's GDP will contract by 6.4 per cent in 2026 due to the ongoing Israel -Hezbollah war, severely reversing a brief economic recovery.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Escalating Civilian Casualties and Economic Strain Spark Warnings of Social Crisis in Russia

Escalating Civilian Casualties and Economic Strain Spark Warnings of Social Crisis in Russia

As rising civilian casualties in Ukraine meet devastating long-range strikes on Russian fuel and infrastructure, a top Russian economist warns of an impending social crisis.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026
UAE Extends Pension Coverage to Part-Time Emirati Workers in Public and Private Sectors

UAE Extends Pension Coverage to Part-Time Emirati Workers in Public and Private Sectors

The General Pension and Social Security Authority announced that Emiratis working part-time hours in public and private sectors will now be eligible for UAE pension coverage.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Why China and Russia Complicate Donald Trump's Strategy to Isolate Iran

Why China and Russia Complicate Donald Trump's Strategy to Isolate Iran

President Donald Trump has threatened severe economic consequences for nations aiding Iran, but analysts argue that strong trade ties with China and Russia will hinder Washington's isolation strategy.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026|1
Al Hudayriyat Island Leads Abu Dhabi Real Estate Sales in Strong First Half of 2026

Al Hudayriyat Island Leads Abu Dhabi Real Estate Sales in Strong First Half of 2026

Al Hudayriyat Island led Abu Dhabi real estate sales in the first half of 2026, reaching Dh19 billion amid continued market resilience.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
US Energy Department Allocates $500 Million to Boost Domestic Critical Mineral Projects

US Energy Department Allocates $500 Million to Boost Domestic Critical Mineral Projects

The US Energy Department has announced $500 million in grants for seven critical minerals companies to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce foreign dependence.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Oil Set for Weekly Gains While Gold and Bitcoin Surge on US Treasury Buyback Plans and Iran Tensions

Oil Set for Weekly Gains While Gold and Bitcoin Surge on US Treasury Buyback Plans and Iran Tensions

Oil prices are heading for a weekly gain alongside surging gold and Bitcoin prices driven by US Treasury buyback plans and escalating tensions with Iran.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Fears for the Future Mount as Houthi Attacks Force Closure of Yemen's al-Makha Port

Fears for the Future Mount as Houthi Attacks Force Closure of Yemen's al-Makha Port

The suspension of operations at al-Makha port following Houthi attacks has left 1,500 workers jobless and sparked deep concerns among local traders and fishermen.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026
Dubai Completed Property Investments Soar Past $30 Billion in Early 2026

Dubai Completed Property Investments Soar Past $30 Billion in Early 2026

Investments in completed Dubai real estate projects surged 52 percent year-on-year to $30.2 billion in the first half of 2026, showcasing strong market resilience.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Walmart Shares Plunge as US Consumer Spending Retreats Amid Rising Costs

Walmart Shares Plunge as US Consumer Spending Retreats Amid Rising Costs

Walmart shares dropped sharply after reporting its slowest quarterly sales growth in six years, as rising petrol prices and inflation cause US consumers to pull back on spending.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026|1
US Imposes New Economic Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Key Mining and Construction Sectors

US Imposes New Economic Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Key Mining and Construction Sectors

The United States has announced new economic sanctions targeting nine state-owned mining, metal, and construction companies in Cuba as part of an ongoing maximum pressure campaign by the Trump administration.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026|1
Bitcoin Surges Past $75,000 Amid US Treasury Bond Plans and Trump Crypto Push

Bitcoin Surges Past $75,000 Amid US Treasury Bond Plans and Trump Crypto Push

Bitcoin climbed past $75,000 following US Treasury bond buyback announcements and President Donald Trump's push for crypto legislation.

The National|August 21, 2026
Panama Canal Announces Shipping Restrictions Due to Impending El Nino Drought Conditions

Panama Canal Announces Shipping Restrictions Due to Impending El Nino Drought Conditions

The Panama Canal Authority is set to reduce daily vessel transits starting in September to conserve water amidst impending El Nino drought conditions.

Al Jazeera English|August 21, 2026|1
AD Ports Group Appoints HSBC as Financial Adviser for L'imad Takeover Bid

AD Ports Group Appoints HSBC as Financial Adviser for L'imad Takeover Bid

AD Ports Group has hired HSBC to advise on a multi-billion-dirham voluntary conditional cash offer from Abu Dhabi sovereign investment arm L’imad to acquire all remaining shares.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Pentagon Surges Missile and Air-Defense Spending Amid Shifting Warfare Demands

Pentagon Surges Missile and Air-Defense Spending Amid Shifting Warfare Demands

The Pentagon's budget request for financial year 2027 reveals massive funding increases for missiles and air-defense systems, driven by the evolving demands of modern warfare and the ongoing US war with Iran.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
US Military Surges Missile and Air-Defence Spending Amid Rapidly Evolving Warfare

US Military Surges Missile and Air-Defence Spending Amid Rapidly Evolving Warfare

The US military is requesting massive funding increases for missiles, air-defence systems, and counter-drone technology for the financial year 2027. This surge reflects a strategic shift away from traditional ground combat toward aerial and missile defense.

The National|August 21, 2026
Bitcoin Surges Past $75,000 Amid US Policy Shifts and Regulatory Optimism⚠️Deleted

Bitcoin Surges Past $75,000 Amid US Policy Shifts and Regulatory Optimism

Bitcoin surpassed $75,000 during an Asian trading rally fueled by US Treasury bond buyback announcements and renewed presidential backing for crypto legislation.

The National|August 21, 2026|1
Why the Green Transition Must Deliver Jobs Today, Not Just Climate Targets for 2050

Why the Green Transition Must Deliver Jobs Today, Not Just Climate Targets for 2050

Addressing high global youth unemployment requires aligning the green transition with immediate economic opportunities rather than focusing solely on long-term climate targets. True sustainability must encompass the triple bottom line of people, planet, and prosperity.

The National|August 20, 2026|1