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TechnologyAbu Dhabi’s IHC Targets Space Economy with 80% Acquisition of Marlan Holding
Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company is acquiring an 80 per cent stake in Marlan Holding through its subsidiary International Tech Group to expand into the global space economy.
TechnologyFBI Partners with Private Sector and Allies to Combat Escalating Iranian Cyber Threats
The FBI is collaborating with international allies and the private sector to combat a surge in Iran-linked cyber attacks targeting critical US infrastructure and digital systems.
Breaking NewsBahrain International Airshow Postponed to 2028 Amid Ongoing Regional Conflict
The Bahrain International Airshow has been postponed to November 2028 as the ongoing Iran war severely impacts regional aviation, tourism, and security.
PoliticsIsrael Moves to Close UK Consulate in East Jerusalem and Ban British MPs Following New Settlement Sanctions
Israel has announced the closure of the UK's consulate in East Jerusalem and barred several British MPs following new UK sanctions against Israeli settlements.
PoliticsSaudi Arabia Vows Defences After Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks Injure Dozens
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan stated the kingdom will fiercely defend itself after Houthi rebel drone and missile strikes injured dozens of civilians and hit energy facilities.
EconomyExamining Iran's Capabilities and Limits in Threatening US Economic Interests
Despite threats of an economic war against the US, experts note that Iran's conventional financial arsenal is limited, relying instead on asymmetric disruption, regional instability, and cyber capabilities.
EconomyHow the Iran Conflict Tested and Proved the Gulf's Multipolar Strategy
The recent conflict involving Iran tested the Gulf's diplomatic and economic strategy, highlighting the ongoing tension between American security dependence and growing Asian trade ties.
EconomyGlobal AI Investment Boom Widens Digital Divide and Threatens Least Developed Nations, Ministers Warn
Ministers and policymakers meeting at the AIM Congress in Dubai warned that the heavy concentration of global AI funding in wealthy nations is widening the digital divide for less developed countries.
MiscellaneousDubai's JVC District 16 Sets October 15 Launch for Paid On-Street Parking
Private parking company Parkonic is introducing paid on-street parking in Jumeirah Village Circle, District 16, starting October 15, with standard hourly rates and optional resident memberships.
Breaking NewsGlobal Casualties from Cluster Munitions Surge Amid Ongoing Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East
A new report by the Cluster Munition Coalition reveals that 87 percent of cluster munition casualties in 2025 were civilians, driven by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East, and other regions.
PoliticsUK Leads International Coalition in Historic Trade Ban on Israeli Settlement Goods
The UK and a coalition of international allies have instituted a trade ban on Israeli settlement goods and services, aligning with the International Court of Justice's ruling on the occupation.
CultureVenice Film Festival Opens Amid Renewed Calls for Palestine Support from Stars and Filmmakers
Filmmakers, actors, and cultural figures at the Venice Film Festival have renewed their support for Palestine through open letters, symbolic fashion, and advocacy initiatives.
CultureNomad Art Fair to Transform Historic Abu Dhabi Airport Terminal Again in November
Nomad Abu Dhabi is returning to the modernist Terminal 1 of the city's old airport from November 18 to 22, transforming the historic building into a hub for contemporary art and collectible design.
SportsAayan Khan's Five-Wicket Haul Fires UAE into ACC Premier Cup Semi-Finals
Aayan Khan starred with both bat and ball to lead the UAE to a 49-run victory over Oman, securing their spot in the ACC Premier Cup semi-finals.
CultureOscars 2027: Iraq, Morocco, and Palestine Announce Their Official International Feature Film Submissions
Iraq, Morocco, and Palestine have announced their official film submissions for the Best International Feature category at the 2027 Academy Awards, highlighting diverse stories of conflict, migration, and survival.
CultureArab Designers Take Center Stage as Stars Shine at the Venice Film Festival
Stars including Geena Davis, Amal Clooney, Kaouther Ben Hania, and Sydney Sweeney showcased prominent Arab designers on the red carpet at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.
Breaking NewsAbu Dhabi Emergency Services Rapidly Respond to Industrial Factory Fire in Mussaffah
Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority responded to a factory fire in the Mussaffah area on Tuesday, following a series of recent blazes across the emirate with no reported injuries.
EconomyAbu Dhabi's ADGM Workforce Nears 50,000 as Influx of Asset Managers Drives Rapid Growth
ADGM's workforce has grown to nearly 50,000 professionals as the Abu Dhabi financial hub attracts a wave of new global asset managers and expands its technology and AI investments.
Breaking NewsSharjah Police Recover $100,000 in Stolen Amber Beads and Arrest Two Suspects Within 24 Hours
Sharjah Police swiftly arrested two suspects and recovered over $100,000 worth of stolen amber prayer beads within 24 hours after a social media transaction went wrong.
EconomyBillionaire Hedge Fund Founder Chris Rokos Latest to Leave UK Amid Tax Concerns
Hedge fund billionaire Chris Rokos has relocated his residency from the UK to Greece, joining a growing exodus of wealthy individuals responding to rising British taxes.
PoliticsIsraeli Court Dismisses Bids to Block Controversial E1 Settlement Plan in West Bank
An Israeli court has rejected petitions to temporarily halt a tender for over 1,200 housing units in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, while legal challenges proceed.
MiscellaneousValuable Renoir Paintings Stolen in Bold $10 Million French Riviera Museum Heist
Thieves stole three valuable paintings from the Renoir Museum on the French Riviera after a police chase, in a heist estimated at $10.4 million.
Breaking NewsHouthi Attacks Injure Civilians in Saudi Arabia as UAE Flights Face Disruptions and Dubai Property Market Eyes Adjustment
Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia leave 73 civilians injured, while UAE flights face disruptions from volcanic ash and Dubai's property market anticipates adjustments.
EconomyUAE Trade Minister Declares Strait of Hormuz a 'Red Line' That Cannot Be Tolled
UAE Trade Minister Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi stated that the Strait of Hormuz is a non-negotiable red line, as the nation develops alternative trade corridors to ensure economic security.