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Dubai Unveils New 102-Metre Bridge at Mushrif National Park to Enhance Mountain Biking Trails
A new 102-metre bridge at Mushrif National Park has opened in Dubai, connecting mountain biking trails into a continuous, safer route for residents and visitors.
Captivating Images of the Week: From Gaza Amputee Rehabilitation to the Beijing Robot Conference
A visual journey capturing significant global moments from the past week, ranging from rehabilitation efforts in Gaza to technological exhibitions in Beijing.
Texas Court Reduces Alex Jones' Sandy Hook Defamation Fine to $1.5M
A Texas appeals court has reduced a $50m defamation judgment against Alex Jones to $1.5m in a Sandy Hook defamation case, though he still faces over a billion dollars in separate liabilities.
UAE Three-Day Weekend: Families Skip Travel For School Prep While Couples And Friends Head Out
While upcoming back-to-school preparations are limiting family holiday trips during the UAE's three-day weekend for the Prophet Mohammed's birthday, travel demand among couples and friend groups is on the rise.
Al Ain Court Fines Two Men Dh50,000 Each for Assaulting Petrol Station Worker Over Windscreen Dispute
An Al Ain court has penalized two men with Dh50,000 fines and community service for physically attacking a petrol station worker following a disagreement over cleaning a car windscreen.
Unexploded Ordnance and Mines Threaten Returning Residents and Shepherds in Deraa
Years of civil war have left Deraa's fields heavily peppered with unexploded ordnance and landmines, posing a daily and lethal threat to returning residents and shepherds.
Abu Dhabi Enhances Environmental Monitoring and Conservation Efforts as EAD Marks 30th Anniversary
As the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi marks its 30th anniversary, Secretary General Dr Shaikha Al Dhaheri reflects on three decades of conservation successes, including rebounding fish stocks and increased protection for local habitats.
Readers' Perspectives: UAE-India Relations, AI Apprenticeships, and Local Resilience
Readers share diverse perspectives on strengthening UAE-India relations through youth engagement, integrating AI into apprenticeships safely, political authenticity, and environmental cleanup efforts in Oman.
UAE Legal Action Taken Against Resident Over Offensive Social Media Content Targeting Emirati Women
The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action and suspended the advertising permit of a resident who posted content insulting Emirati women on social media.
Dubai's Iconic Toyota Building Set for 2027 Demolition as Tenants Face Sudden Eviction
Dubai's famous Toyota Building is scheduled for demolition in 2027, leaving shocked residents facing sudden utility disconnections and forced evictions.
School Honors 14-Year-Old Student Sara El Khawas After Tragic Drowning Off Shoreham Coast
The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls has paid tribute to 14-year-old Sara El Khawas, who tragically drowned alongside her parents off the coast of Shoreham.
Dramatic Bodycam Footage Reveals Missouri Police Team Plunging as Deck Collapses
Bodycam footage captures the dramatic moment a police team falls when a deck collapses in Missouri, alongside footage of Harry Kane winning the Golden Shoe.
Tragic Drowning Off English Coast Claims Lives of Palestinian Refugee and Two Relatives
Three members of a Palestinian British family, including a refugee father and two relatives, tragically drowned off the Sussex coast in England. A fourth family member remains hospitalized in critical condition following the swimming accident.
Bali Gym Owner Evicts Israeli Tourists Over Alleged IDF Connections
A Bali gym owner evicted three Israeli tourists after questioning them about their connections to the IDF, as captured in a circulating video.
UAE 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.
Abu 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.
Police Safely Detonate World War II-Era Mine in 42-Second Video
Police have successfully executed a controlled explosion of a World War II-era mine, captured in a brief 42-second video.
Drone Footage Captures Drought-Stricken Landscapes Across England
New drone footage highlights the severe impact of the driest July on record across drought-hit fields in England.
Trump Argues That Diplomatic Talks with North Korea’s Kim Enhance Security for the South
A vigil was held in central London to honor the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday, as captured in a brief video.
What Science Really Says About Frank Hoogerbeets' Controversial Earthquake Predictions
Scientists and seismology experts debunk the viral earthquake predictions of Frank Hoogerbeets, explaining that planetary alignments have no scientific link to seismic activity.
Public Perception of UK Crime Dramatically Conflicts With Reality, Study Reveals
A study by King's College London reveals that public perceptions of UK crime are largely incorrect, with most people believing crime is rising when official figures show it has actually fallen.
Are We Experiencing More Earthquakes? A Decade of Data Analyzed
Following a series of deadly earthquakes around the world, an analysis of a decade of data examines whether global seismic activity is actually increasing.
Inside the USS Abraham Lincoln Crisis: Mental Health Struggles and Long Deployments Compared
An extended nine-month deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East has sparked severe mental health concerns and logistical challenges for the crew, prompting questions from lawmakers and military experts.
The Hidden Environmental Catastrophe of the Iran War in the Gulf
Ongoing conflict in the Gulf region is causing severe environmental damage, with leaking oil tankers and targeted infrastructure threatening fragile marine ecosystems and vital water supplies.