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SportsFormer Captain Bob Skinstad Defends Springboks Coach Rassie Erasmus Amid Foreign Criticism
Former South Africa captain Bob Skinstad has defended Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus, describing him as a breath of fresh air and a beloved innovator despite facing criticism from abroad.
PoliticsUSGS Workers Frustrated by President Donald Trump's Proposed Landmark Renaming Plans
USGS employees have expressed frustration and low morale following executive orders from President Donald Trump to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America and proposals to rename the Strait of Hormuz.
PoliticsUSGS Workers Frustrated by President Donald Trump's Proposals to Rename Lake Ontario and Strait of Hormuz
USGS employees have expressed frustration and concern over President Donald Trump's executive orders and suggestions to rename Lake Ontario and the Strait of Hormuz.
PoliticsFrance and Jordan Join Forces to Prepare Support Conference for the Lebanese Army
France and Jordan are organizing a meeting in Paris to rally international support for the Lebanese army and aid in disarming Hezbollah amid ongoing regional tensions.
TechnologyStarlink Secures 10-Year Licence to Launch Satellite Internet Services Across the UAE
Elon Musk's Starlink has been granted a 10-year licence to provide satellite internet in the UAE, amid various regional updates and events.
PoliticsUS Stands Alone in Opposing UN Resolution to Adopt Maps Showing Africa's True Size
The UN General Assembly has backed a resolution promoting maps that accurately depict Africa's true size, with the US casting the sole opposing vote.
EconomyNavigating Utility Deposits and Police Clearances After Leaving the UAE
Learn how to handle utility deposit refunds from Taqa after closing a UAE bank account and how to apply for a Dubai Police Clearance Certificate from abroad.
CultureThe Vanishing Art of Boredom in the Age of Constant Connectivity
A reflection on how modern technology, smartphones, and streaming services have eliminated the art of boredom and quiet contemplation from our daily lives.
PoliticsUAE President Sheikh Mohamed and Turkey's Erdogan Discuss Regional Peace Amid Middle East Tensions
President Sheikh Mohamed and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized regional peace and security in the Middle East during a recent phone call, following renewed tensions.
EconomyUS Targets Turkish Bank Over Alleged Financial Ties to Iran’s IRGC
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi Anonim Sirketi for allegedly facilitating millions of dollars in transactions for Iran's IRGC.
PoliticsDonald Trump Meets Ultra-Orthodox Rabbis, Including Members of Anti-Israel Sects, Ahead of Rosh Hashanah
US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance met with a delegation of ultra-Orthodox rabbis, including members of anti-Israel sects, to discuss community issues and military draft exemptions ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
Breaking NewsNepali Community in UAE Holds Emotional Vigil as UAE Sends Vital Aid to Flood-Hit Homeland
Members of the Nepali community in the UAE gathered at the Nepal Consulate in Dubai for a candlelight vigil to honor flood victims, as the UAE dispatched emergency rescue teams and vital aid to Nepal.
PoliticsGiorgia Meloni Marks Historic Milestone as Italy's Longest-Serving Modern Leader Amid Political Challenges
Giorgia Meloni has become Italy's longest-serving Prime Minister since 1946, marking the milestone as she campaigns for next year's elections amidst shifting political dynamics.
Breaking NewsSaudi National Hospitalized Following Violent Robbery Attempt in Mayfair
A Saudi man survived a stabbing during an attempted robbery in London's Mayfair district, prompting a security warning from the Saudi Embassy. Authorities arrested a 58-year-old suspect at the scene.
PoliticsFarage and Bardella Forge Radical Anglo-French Pact to Halt Channel Crossings
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and National Rally president Jordan Bardella have signed a pact to intercept and return Channel migrants to France.
Breaking NewsUAE Dispatches Search and Rescue Team and 20 Tonnes of Aid to Nepal Following Deadly Flash Floods
An Emirati search and rescue team has arrived in Nepal alongside 20 tonnes of aid to support rescue operations following devastating flash floods that left over 1,200 dead.
EconomyCrude Oil Set for Weekly Surge Amid Ongoing US-Iran Conflict and Global Inflation Fears
Crude oil is heading for a strong weekly gain as ongoing US-Iran conflict disrupts global supplies, driving up inflation and prompting warnings of a hard economic landing.
EconomyAbu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Directs Adnoc to Reinforce Energy Security Amid Regional Maritime Disruptions
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed has directed Adnoc to enhance its reliability as an energy provider amid regional maritime disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
EconomyDubai Tourism Scheme Closes After 90,000 Residents Invite Loved Ones in 'Exceptional Response'
A Dubai tourism initiative offering discounts to residents who invited friends and family to visit has closed registrations after drawing over 90,000 applications. The successful campaign aimed to boost the local tourism sector amid regional challenges.
PoliticsInside the Cross-Border Security Operation Linking Lebanon and Syria to Dismantle a Covert Cell
Lebanese and Syrian security authorities have uncovered a militant cell plotting attacks inside Syria, highlighting a rare cross-border security partnership aimed at curbing former regime remnants and Hezbollah's influence.
Breaking NewsInmate Sentenced for Aiding Iranian Spy Daniel Khalife During Prison Escape Manhunt
An inmate has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison for helping Iranian spy Daniel Khalife evade authorities during his 2023 prison escape manhunt.
Breaking NewsAbu Dhabi Police Release Dramatic Pile-Up Footage to Warn Drivers Against Rubbernecking Dangers
Abu Dhabi Police have released dramatic footage of a traffic pile-up to warn drivers about the extreme dangers and legal penalties associated with rubbernecking.
MiscellaneousHow Europe's Smuggling Gangs Interchangeably Traffick Drugs and People
Europol officials report that criminal smuggling gangs are increasingly using the same routes and infrastructure interchangeably to traffic both migrants and drugs into Europe and Africa.
PoliticsIsraeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Unveils Controversial Plan to Expel Gaza's Population
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has proposed an illegal plan to expel the entire population of Gaza to foreign countries, drawing international criticism and accusations of war crimes.