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EconomyA New Chapter: Nearly Half of UAE Residents Now Plan for Long-Term Retirement in the Country
New research shows that nearly half of affluent UAE residents plan to retire in the country, driven by lifestyle, economic opportunity, and career stability rather than just financial incentives.
Breaking NewsTragedy Strikes Philippine Waters as Ferry Fire Leaves Five Dead and 87 Missing
A passenger ferry fire off the coast of Coron in the Philippines has left five people dead and 87 missing, with search and rescue operations actively underway.
Breaking NewsTragedy Strikes Off Coron: Five Dead and 87 Missing After Philippine Ferry Catches Fire
A devastating fire aboard the June Aster ferry off Coron, Palawan leaves five dead and 87 missing, with search and rescue operations currently underway.
SportsInside the 2026 F1 Grid: How Championship Leader Kimi Antonelli's Salary Compares
Discover how championship leader Kimi Antonelli's modest salary compares to the rest of the Formula One grid in the official 2026 driver earnings list.
EconomySharjah's Innovative Retirement Plan Redefines Senior Employment and Social Inclusion
Sharjah has introduced a new part-time work initiative for senior citizens and retirees in the public sector, aiming to promote social inclusion and retain valuable institutional knowledge.
SportsFerran Torres Hat-Trick Leads PSG to Dominant Champions League Opening Win
Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick to lead holders Paris Saint-Germain to a 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava in their opening Champions League match. Meanwhile, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona also secured important wins in the tournament.
CultureHow Lebanon’s Devastating Banking Crisis Inspired George Clooney-Backed Heist Film 'Furies'
Personal trauma from Lebanon's 2019 banking crisis inspired director Rami Kodeih and co-writer Nora Mariana to create the heist film Furies, which recently debuted at the Venice Film Festival with backing from George Clooney's Smokehouse Pictures.
PoliticsGerman Lawmakers Push for Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Gulf Nations Beyond Economy
German politicians are calling for a deeper and more comprehensive partnership with Gulf states that extends beyond trade into education, culture, and security amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
PoliticsTrump Claims Iran Conflict Will Conclude Immediately Following Midterm Elections
US President Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran will end immediately following the midterm elections and predicted a subsequent drop in oil prices.
PoliticsUS President Donald Trump Headlines High-Stakes 'Trumpapalooza' Republican Convention in Dallas
US President Donald Trump is set to headline the two-day 'Trumpapalooza' convention in Dallas, Texas, as Republicans rally voters ahead of the November midterm elections.
EconomyUS Treasury Triples Bond Buy-Back Programme to $6 Billion to Calm Markets
The US Treasury Department has tripled its bond buy-back programme to $6 billion in an effort to contain rising borrowing costs amid mounting pressure in the bond and oil markets.
TechnologyApple Unveils Its First Foldable Smartphone, the iPhone Duo, Alongside New AirPods and iPhone 18 Pro
Apple officially introduced its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, alongside the new iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5, and Apple Watch Series 12 at its Cupertino headquarters.
PoliticsUAE and Seven Arab and Muslim Nations Applaud UK Trade Restrictions on Illegal Israeli Settlements
The UAE and seven other Arab and Muslim nations have praised the UK's decision to ban goods from illegal Israeli settlements, prompting a retaliatory diplomatic closure from Israel.
TechnologyFBI Unveils New Cyber Strategy as US Treasury Targets China-Linked Criminal Networks
The FBI has introduced a new cybersecurity strategy to counter domestic and international threats, while the US Treasury issued sanctions against a China-linked online illicit marketplace.
PoliticsSheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Calls for UAE Government to Achieve Global Excellence
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid urged government teams to strive for global excellence and set ambitious new priorities during the annual New Government Season Meeting.
CultureGerman International School Abu Dhabi Celebrates 50 Years of Cultural Exchange and Education
The German International School Abu Dhabi marks its golden anniversary, celebrating 50 years of fostering cultural ties and education between the UAE and Germany.
EconomyDubai Prepares for a Massive Year-End Event Season Following Conflict Disruptions
Dubai is gearing up to host over 100 exhibitions in the final four months of the year, reviving its bustling events calendar following earlier disruptions.
TechnologyUAE Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi Represents Arab World at High-Stakes Paris Space Summit
UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi attended the International Space Summit in Paris, highlighting the Emirates' growing influence and commitment to international cooperation in the global space sector.
PoliticsFormer Watchdog Officials Confirm Sudan Armed Forces Deployed Chemical Weapons
Former OPCW officials have reinforced previous reports detailing the use of chemical weapons by the Sudan Armed Forces between 2024 and 2025. Witnesses and investigators are urging the international community to launch a formal probe into the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
EconomyROX Launches UAE Production as Abu Dhabi Manufacturing Hub Aims for 300,000 Vehicles by 2030
ROX has begun manufacturing vehicles at its advanced AI facility in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi, targeting an annual production capacity of 300,000 units by 2030.
PoliticsUAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Arrives in Berlin to Strengthen Bilateral Ties with Germany
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has arrived in Berlin for a state visit to deepen economic, energy, and diplomatic cooperation with Germany.
MiscellaneousWhy the UN's New World Map Resolution Falls Short Despite Good Intentions
While the UN General Assembly overwhelmingly voted to support a resolution encouraging more accurate world maps, drafting flaws and a lack of evidence for broader claims leave the initiative open to valid criticism.
EconomyDubai Holding Awards Record Dh5 Billion Construction Deal to Chinese Firm for New Headquarters and Residences
Dubai Holding has awarded a record Dh5 billion construction contract to China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East to build its new headquarters and Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers.
MiscellaneousIndian Friends Living in Ajman Share Life-Changing $1 Million Dubai Duty Free Win
An Indian expatriate living in Ajman and sharing accommodation with 17 friends has won $1 million in the Dubai Duty Free draw after pooling their money for months.