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TechnologyUAE Dirham Symbol Officially Debuts in Unicode 18.0 to Ease Keyboard Integration
The official UAE dirham symbol has been included in Unicode version 18.0, making it easier for tech companies to add the currency character to computer and smartphone keyboards.
EconomySharjah's Al Taawun Square Set to Reopen Ahead of Major Book Fair
Al Taawun Square in Sharjah will reopen on November 4 ahead of the Sharjah International Book Fair to ease visitor congestion, alongside updates on ongoing tunnel and lake projects.
PoliticsFrench-Lebanese Citizen Files War Crimes Complaint Over Property Destruction in Lebanon
A French-Lebanese citizen has filed a war crimes complaint in France over the destruction of his property in southern Lebanon by Israel. The legal action coincides with broader investigations into Lebanese financial corruption led by human rights lawyer William Bourdon.
Breaking NewsCounter-Terrorism Police Arrest Two Men in Manchester Over Alleged Plot Targeting the Jewish Community
Two men in their 30s have been arrested in Manchester on suspicion of plotting terrorist attacks against the local Jewish community.
EconomyManchester Set to Replace London as Host for Prestigious Global Investment Summit
Manchester is heavily favored to host the spring 2027 Global Investment Summit instead of London, aligning with Prime Minister Andy Burnham's push to decentralize economic power to northern England.
TechnologyKing Abdullah Warns of Declining Attention Spans at UNGA as Trump Pushes to Rename AI
At the UN General Assembly, Jordan's King Abdullah II warned that dwindling attention spans driven by technology affect global diplomacy, while US President Donald Trump defended artificial intelligence and proposed renaming it 'superintelligence'.
PoliticsNorwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide Warns of Modern Warfare's Limitations Amid Global Disruptions
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide highlighted the limitations of modern warfare and the global economic fallout of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East during an interview at the UN General Assembly.
PoliticsUN Chief Antonio Guterres Warns of 'Ethnic Cleansing' Threat in West Bank and Condemns Middle East Escalation
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned of potential ethnic cleansing in the West Bank and condemned the escalating Middle East conflict during his address at the UN General Assembly.
HealthAbu Dhabi Eye Hospital Dispatches $1 Million Sight-Saving Aid Package to Gaza
A $1 million humanitarian aid package containing crucial ophthalmic supplies from the UAE is arriving in Gaza to treat 5,000 patients facing preventable blindness.
PoliticsBattle for Yemen's Strategic Kahboub Mountains Escalates as Houthis Push for Tactical Advantage
Iran-backed Houthi rebels are battling pro-government forces for control of the strategic Kahboub mountain range in south-west Yemen, sparking intense conflict and mass displacement.
TechnologyUAE Authorities Urge Businesses to Maintain High Alert Amid Surge in Cyberattacks
UAE cybersecurity officials have urged organizations to maintain strict vigilance following a massive surge in cyberattacks amid ongoing regional conflicts.
PoliticsUK Deploys RAF Tanker to Support Saudi Air Defences Against Houthi Attacks
Britain is deploying an RAF Voyager to Saudi Arabia to refuel fighter jets defending against Houthi attacks. The time-limited mission aims to extend patrol durations and bolster regional security.
EconomyGlobal Oil Prices Drop Below $100 Amid Hopes of Strait of Hormuz Reopening and Saudi Pipeline Restart
Oil prices dropped below $100 a barrel as expectations grew for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the restart of Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline.
PoliticsUAE Urges Optimism, Diplomacy, and Multilateralism at UN General Assembly
At the UN General Assembly, UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh emphasized the nation's steadfast commitment to diplomacy, economic diversification, and multilateralism amid regional conflicts.
EconomyPhonePe Expands Into UAE to Streamline Financial Services for Indian Expats
Indian digital payments firm PhonePe has received in-principle approval from the UAE Central Bank to launch retail payment and money transfer services in the Emirates, enhancing financial access for millions of Indian expats.
CultureHow London Fashion Week Reclaimed Its Creative Edge and Global Relevance
London Fashion Week has made a triumphant return with high-profile comebacks from Alexander McQueen and Mulberry, alongside a vibrant showcase of subculture and renewed creative confidence.
EconomySaudi Arabia Resumes East-West Pipeline Operations Following Drone Attacks
Saudi Arabia has restarted operations at its East-West Pipeline following a previous shutdown caused by drone attacks, while oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz continue to ramp up.
EconomyNew Zealand Eases UAE Travel Restrictions, Providing a Welcome Boost to the Recovering Tourism Sector
New Zealand has lowered its travel advisory for the UAE, providing a much-needed boost to the region's recovering tourism sector as visitor numbers rebound.
EconomyUAE Cracks Down on Fake Emiratisation with 377 Violations Detected in Private Sector
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has detected 377 fake Emiratisation cases across 266 private companies during the first half of 2026, prompting strict legal action and fines.
PoliticsDubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed Leads Funeral Prayers for Late Brother Sheikh Ahmed
Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid led funeral prayers for his late brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid at the Zabeel Grand Mosque on Tuesday, as global leaders offered tributes during a ten-day mourning period.
PoliticsUS and Iraq Discuss Militia Disarmament as Deadline is Extended to June 2027
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi met at the UN General Assembly to discuss disarming militias as Iraq extends its weapons control deadline to June 2027.
Breaking NewsDubai Fountain Suspends Daily Shows During 10-Day Mourning Period for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
The Dubai Fountain has suspended its daily shows during a 10-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid.
SportsNations League Clash Between Ireland and Israel Sparks Boycott Calls, Protests, and Diplomatic War of Words
Ireland's upcoming Uefa Nations League matches against Israel have sparked widespread protests, boycott calls from athletes, and a sharp war of words between team management and the Israeli FA.
PoliticsUAE to Prioritize Conflict Resolution, Water Security, and AI at Upcoming UN General Assembly
The UAE's UN ambassador, Mohamed Abushahab, announced that the country will focus on conflict resolution, water security, artificial intelligence, and UN reform during the upcoming UN General Assembly.