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PoliticsUN Report Exposes Sudan's SAF Use of Foreign Drones in Civilian Attacks
A UN report reveals that the Sudanese Armed Forces used foreign-supplied drones in attacks on civilian areas, potentially constituting war crimes. Meanwhile, international concerns mount over the expanding conflict and external ties.
PoliticsUS Mediates Release of Five Lebanese Detainees Amid Ongoing Israeli Raids and Border Tensions
The US has brokered a deal between Israel and Lebanon for the release of five detained Lebanese citizens, even as fresh Israeli raids and abductions occurred in a southern village.
PoliticsSyria Commences Destruction of Chemical Weapons in Historic Break with the Assad Era
Syria has begun destroying chemical weapon materials for the first time in over a decade, marking a significant break from the Bashar Al Assad regime. The move was announced by UN envoy Ibrahim Olabi, even as Russia's UN ambassador Vasily Nebenzya raised doubts about the OPCW investigations.
PoliticsUAE President Sheikh Mohamed Welcomes 18 New Ambassadors in Abu Dhabi Ceremony
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed formally received credentials from 18 new international ambassadors during an official ceremony in Abu Dhabi attended by senior government officials.
PoliticsPalestine Action Activists Launch Legal Challenge Against Landmark Terrorism Sentences
Four Palestine Action activists sentenced as terrorists for breaking into an arms plant are appealing their sentences on three legal grounds.
SportsEsha Oza Confident UAE Ready to Bounce Back After Tough Women's Asia Cup Opener
UAE captain Esha Oza remains confident her youthful squad will bounce back from their opening defeat to Sri Lanka at the Women's Asia Cup in Dubai, looking ahead to their upcoming match against Indonesia.
Breaking NewsUAE Dispatches Emergency Relief Mission to Nepal Following Deadly Floods and Landslides
The UAE has dispatched a specialist relief mission to Nepal to assist with search, rescue, and medical operations following devastating floods and landslides that killed over 1,000 people.
MiscellaneousDubai Police Clamp Down on Reckless Riders by Impounding Over 13,650 E-Scooters
Dubai Police have confiscated over 13,650 e-scooters this year amid a strict crackdown on dangerous riding, speeding, and traffic violations.
PoliticsUK Authorities Move to Dissolve London-Based Houthi TV Station
UK authorities have issued a compulsory strike-off notice to Al Masirah TV, a London-based station linked to the Houthi movement, following security and regulatory concerns.
PoliticsKing Charles III to Welcome Oman’s Sultan Haitham for Windsor Castle State Visit Amid Gulf Tensions
Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla will host Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq for a state visit at Windsor Castle next month amid escalating Gulf tensions.
Breaking NewsSharjah Police Rapidly Apprehend Kazakh Man Following Tragic Double Homicide of Two Sisters
Sharjah Police swiftly arrested a Kazakh man for the murder of two sisters following a dispute inside a residential apartment, authorities confirmed.
Breaking NewsDubai Driver Mourns Over 100 Friends and Neighbors Lost in Devastating Nepal Floods
A Nepali resident in Dubai is mourning more than 100 friends, neighbors, and relatives who perished in the devastating flash floods that swept through the Nuwakot district.
PoliticsNavigating the Gulf's Geopolitical Crisis: Resilience, Strategy, and Co-operation in Uncertain Times
The Gulf region faces unprecedented economic and geopolitical challenges following military escalations, prompting leaders and experts to gather at the Hili Forum in Abu Dhabi to strategize resilience and co-operation.
TechnologyNvidia Announces $13 Billion Acquisition of Hugging Face to Expand Open AI Ecosystem
Nvidia is acquiring developer platform Hugging Face for nearly $13 billion to strengthen its position in the open AI ecosystem. The deal aims to secure valuable insights and data as businesses increasingly turn to affordable, open-weight models.
EconomySharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi Sets Dh20,000 Minimum Wage for Government Employees
Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has approved a minimum wage of Dh20,000 for government employees and introduced living allowances for retirees and families.
TechnologyEmirates Introduces Industry-First Electric Privacy Screen for Premium Economy Seats on New Airbus A350 Fleet
Emirates has revealed the world's first fully electric premium economy seats featuring privacy screens, set to debut on its new Airbus A350 aircraft.
TechnologyUAE's MBZUAI Unveils K2 Horizon, Marking One of the Largest Fully Open AI Model Releases in History
The UAE's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has launched K2 Horizon, a collection of six fully open AI models ranging from 0.9 billion to 375 billion parameters.
CultureVenice Film Festival Opens as Stars and Directors Rally in Support of Palestine
Filmmakers and Hollywood stars at the Venice Film Festival have voiced strong support for Palestine, joining open letters, displaying symbolic accessories, and defending free speech.
PoliticsIraq Faces Major Legal Test as Lawyer Files Complaint Against Militia Leader Over 2019 Protest Crackdown
An Iraqi lawyer has filed a legal complaint against militia leader Hadi Al Amiri following his controversial remarks regarding the suppression of the 2019 Tishreen protests.
SportsFormer IPL Batter Akshdeep Nath Shines with Stunning Six-Wicket Haul to Boost UAE's Asia Cup Hopes
Former IPL batter Akshdeep Nath claimed six wickets to lead the UAE to a victory over Kuwait in the Asia Cup qualifiers, while teammate Mohammed Shahdad starred with the bat.
HealthDubai Aesthetic Clinics Face Disciplinary Action Over Misleading Social Media Images and Influencer Marketing
The Dubai Health Authority has reinforced rules requiring aesthetic clinics to abandon edited images and exaggerated claims on social media, threatening disciplinary action for non-compliance.
PoliticsIsrael Prepares to Release Five Lebanese Detainees in US-Brokered Initiative
Israel is reportedly set to release five Lebanese detainees in a humanitarian operation facilitated by ongoing US-brokered negotiations.
EconomyUnderstanding Dubai's New Shared Housing Regulations: Impact on Tenants, Landlords, and Operators
Dubai's new shared housing law strictly prohibits unpermitted subletting and introduces rigorous permit requirements, safety standards, and tenant protections to curb overcrowding.
SportsTadej Pogacar Faces Unlikely Recovery for World Championships After Vuelta a Espana Crash
Following a successful surgery for a broken collarbone from a crash at the Vuelta a Espana, Tadej Pogacar's participation in the upcoming World Championships is considered unlikely as he focuses on recovery.