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PoliticsIntense Clashes Erupt as Houthis Launch Major Offensive on Strategic Yemeni City of Taiz
Fighting around the strategic Yemeni city of Taiz has intensified as government forces and Iran-backed Houthi rebels clash, displacing tens of thousands of residents.
PoliticsLiving at God’s Mercy: Inside the Isolated, Israeli-Occupied Lebanese Village of Debel
Residents of the isolated Lebanese village of Debel face strict Israeli control and severe supply shortages as they await the expiration of Unifil's mandate. With movement heavily restricted, locals worry about an uncertain future without international peacekeepers.
CultureHilarious Animal Moments Unveiled as Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026 Finalists Announced
The 2026 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards has revealed its funniest finalists, featuring over 10,000 entries from 112 countries capturing hilarious animal moments.
SportsF1 Driver Power Rankings: Can Kimi Antonelli Bounce Back at the Sepang Circuit for the Bahrain Grand Prix?
Formula One heads to Sepang for the rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell leading the power rankings amidst new car upgrades.
EconomySevere European Drought and Heatwave Cost Agriculture $3.6 Billion
A severe summer heatwave and drought across Europe have caused an estimated $3.6 billion in agricultural losses, heavily impacting grain production and driving up farming costs.
EconomyDubai Launches UAE's First Escrow-Backed Marketplace for Multi-Million Dirham Number Plates
Dubai is introducing the UAE's first escrow-backed online marketplace called Mazal to secure and streamline the multi-million dirham trading of premium vehicle number plates.
HealthUnlocking Deep Sleep and Brain Health: How Pink Noise Boosts Memory and Cognitive Function
New research from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology reveals that pink noise can enhance deep sleep, improve memory, and help the brain clear out harmful waste proteins.
EconomyGlobal LNG Giant Warns Qatar Supply Disruptions Will Stretch Into Winter Amid Soaring Prices
The head of Japan's Jera warns that supply disruptions from Qatar will likely persist into the winter, driving up global LNG spot prices and intensifying competition between Europe and Asia.
Culture10 Must-Read Books by Arab Authors Publishing in English This October
Discover 10 notable books by Arab writers published in English this October, featuring novels, essay collections, and poetry from authors across the Middle East and the diaspora.
TechnologyFlydubai Incident Highlights Aviation Industry's Need for Continuous Learning and Rigorous Safety Reviews
A dramatic incident involving flydubai Flight FZ1073 highlights the critical need for the aviation industry to continuously learn from near misses and update safety procedures.
CultureUAE Mosques to Honour Educators in Special Friday Sermon Ahead of World Teachers' Day
Mosques across the UAE will dedicate Friday sermons to honoring educators ahead of World Teachers' Day, emphasizing their vital role in shaping future generations.
PoliticsNavigating Iraq's Future: What Lies Ahead Following the US Military Withdrawal
Following the official end of the US anti-ISIS mission and its withdrawal from Iraq, experts analyze the shifting dynamics of American and Iranian influence in the region.
PoliticsUS Government Employee Arrested and Accused of Providing Material Support to Houthi Rebels
A veteran US Department of Energy employee in Washington state has been arrested and charged with providing material support and expertise to Houthi rebels in Yemen.
PoliticsIraq Confident in Disarming Iran-Backed Militias by June 2027 Amid Regional Security Shifts
Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein stated that Iraq is confident in meeting a June 2027 deadline to disarm Iran-backed militias and integrate them into state security forces.
EconomyUS Imposes Fresh Sanctions on Russian FinTech Firm A7 Over Alleged Iran Evasion Network
The US Treasury Department has imposed new sanctions on the Russian financial company A7, accusing the firm of helping Iran evade international penalties through a complex network of third-party companies.
TechnologyTypos and Backlash: Why Donald Trump's Attempt to Rebrand AI as 'Super Intelligence' Faces Resistance
California Governor Gavin Newsom has pushed back against US President Donald Trump's attempt to rebrand artificial intelligence as 'super intelligence', as polls show widespread public skepticism toward the technology.
PoliticsUS Deploys Third Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions With Iran
The US is deploying a third aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East as President Donald Trump considers ramping up military action against Iran.
PoliticsUS Seeks New Independent Body to Monitor Iran Sanctions After UN Deadlock
The United States is pushing for a new independent, multilateral body to monitor Iran sanctions after Russia and China blocked the renewal of a previous UN panel.
Breaking NewsHouthi Drone Attack Damages Power Grid Supplying Prophet's Mosque in Madinah
A Houthi drone attack damaged a power transformer supplying the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah, marking the second strike on Saudi Arabia's holy cities in two weeks as fighting intensifies in Yemen.
Breaking NewsLebanese Army Intercepts 250kg of TNT Smuggled Across the Syrian Border
The Lebanese army seized nearly 250kg of explosives smuggled from Syria after suspects fled across the border. The operation comes amid ongoing cross-border security efforts and regional diplomatic tensions.
EconomyDubai Schools Granted Flexibility to Adjust Timings to Combat Traffic Congestion
Dubai schools are now permitted to adjust their daily schedules to reduce traffic congestion, subject to approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority and parental support.
SportsPakistan Stars Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman Secure Bargain Deals at ILT20 Auction Amid Massive Spending
Pakistan stars like Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman secured only base-rate salaries at the ILT20 auction as Indian franchise owners largely overlooked them, contrasting with massive bids for international and local UAE players.
EconomyAdnoc's XRG Backs Argentina's Ambition to Become a Global LNG Powerhouse
Adnoc's investment arm, XRG, has committed to supporting Argentina's liquefied natural gas industry, expressing strong confidence in the Vaca Muerta shale deposit and President Javier Milei's economic reforms.
EconomyIMF to Review Potential Amendments to Lebanon's Bank Resolution Law
The International Monetary Fund will review any potential changes to Lebanon's bank resolution law to ensure compliance with international standards after the legislation was referred to the Constitutional Council.