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EconomyDubai's Parkin Sets Sights on Bahrain and Egypt in Major Regional Expansion
Dubai's public parking operator Parkin is expanding its operations into Bahrain and Egypt following new strategic partnerships. The company aims to bring its smart parking technologies and digital platforms to the wider region.
SportsTadej Pogacar Leads Peloton to Safety as Severe Hailstorm Forces Vuelta a Espana Stage Cancellation
Stage 3 of the Vuelta a Espana was abandoned after a severe hailstorm battered the French Pyrenees, with race leader Tadej Pogacar helping signal the peloton to safety.
EconomySaudi Arabia Commits $6 Billion to Build Manga-Themed Amusement Parks Near Paris
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has agreed to invest $6 billion in three manga-themed amusement parks near Paris, featuring themes like Dragon Ball.
Breaking NewsIsraeli Tanks and Bulldozers Breach 'Yellow Line' in Southern Lebanon as Demolitions Intensify
Israeli forces crossed the 'yellow line' buffer zone into the southern Lebanese town of Haris on Monday, as a wider wave of military attacks and demolitions intensified across the region.
Dubai Students Receive Free Tablets and School Supplies Ahead of New Academic Year
More than 1,000 pupils in Dubai will receive essential school supplies and tablets before the new academic year begins on August 31, thanks to a community campaign.
PoliticsPakistan Army Chief Travels to Iran in High-Stakes Push to Restart US-Tehran Negotiations
Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, traveled to Iran to mediate talks between Washington and Tehran amid escalating US economic pressures and regional security concerns.
PoliticsPakistan and Oman Intensify Diplomacy in Tehran to Ease US-Iran Tensions and Secure Strait of Hormuz
Senior officials from Pakistan and Oman have traveled to Tehran for high-level talks aimed at easing escalating US-Iran tensions and resolving the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
CultureRenowned Palestinian Artist Sliman Mansour in Critical Condition, Family Announces
Renowned 79-year-old Palestinian painter Sliman Mansour is in critical condition, according to an announcement shared by his family on social media.
SportsBrendan Rodgers Sets Sights on Saudi Pro League Title Challenge with Al Qadsiah
Al Qadsiah manager Brendan Rodgers is aiming high in his first full Saudi Pro League campaign, looking to challenge the division's top teams after a successful summer of squad strengthening.
CultureRenowned Palestinian Artist Sliman Mansour Passes Away at 79
Sliman Mansour, a pioneering figure in contemporary Palestinian art and creator of the iconic Camel of Hardship, has died at the age of 79.
PoliticsFrance and Saudi Arabia Urge Safe Navigation in Strait of Amid Regional Tensions
French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman concluded a two-day Paris visit with a joint call to restore normal navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and signed multiple bilateral agreements.
PoliticsUS Officially Removes Syria from State Sponsors of Terrorism List After Nearly Five Decades
The US State Department has officially removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, paving the way for economic recovery and foreign investment.
HealthDubai Hospital Pioneers Rapid Genetic Sequencing to Transform Care for Critically Ill Children
Al Jalila Children’s Hospital in Dubai is using rapid whole-genome sequencing to quickly diagnose critically ill children and guide effective treatments.
TechnologyUAE Emerges as a Global Leader in AI Maturity, New ServiceNow Report Reveals
A new ServiceNow report highlights the UAE as one of the world's most ambitious AI markets, noting significant improvements in AI maturity and enterprise adoption.
EconomyTrump Threatens 50% Tariffs on Canadian Autos Following Collapsed Trade Negotiations
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian cars and automotive parts starting January 1 following the collapse of recent trade negotiations.
PoliticsUAE Diplomat Argues Iranian Attacks on Gulf Have Wosened Tehran's Crisis Amid New US Sanctions
Dr Anwar Gargash stated that Iranian attacks on Gulf nations have worsened Tehran's position, as the UAE and the US increase economic and political pressure.
PoliticsIran's Envoy to Lebanon Secures Six-Month Residency Despite Persona Non Grata Status
Iran's ambassador-designate to Lebanon, Mohammad Reza Sheibani, has been granted a six-month residency permit as a regular resident despite previously being declared persona non grata.
PoliticsOver 50 UN Member States Demand Russia Accept Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine
More than 50 UN member states have urged Russia to accept an unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine as the nation marks 35 years of independence from the Soviet Union. The coalition called for lasting peace, prisoner exchanges, and the safe return of deported children amidst escalating civilian casualties.
EconomyUS Pressure Campaign Against Iran Puts Trump's Trade Truce with China to the Test
The US has launched a new maximum-pressure campaign against Iran's economy called 'Operation Economic Outcast,' testing relations and trade agreements with major global players like China.
CultureUAE Leaders Promote Peace and Stability in Messages Marking Prophet Mohammed's Birthday
UAE leaders, including President Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, marked the Prophet Mohammed's birthday with calls for global peace, unity, and stability.
EconomyManus on Markets: Analyzing the Global Financial Impact of US Sanctions on Iran
Manus Cranny explores whether impending US sanctions against Iran could send shockwaves through the global financial system, alongside other major global headlines.
Breaking NewsTrial for Suspected Lockerbie Bomb Maker Delayed Once Again as Defense Reviews Evidence
The trial for Abu Agila Al Marimi, the man accused of building the bomb for the 1988 Lockerbie disaster, has been delayed again to allow his defense more time to review evidence.
CulturePage-Turning Destinations: The Ultimate Guide to Global Crime-Writing Festivals
Explore a global guide to top crime-writing festivals celebrating authors like Agatha Christie, featuring events held everywhere from historic towns to former prisons.
EconomyAbu Dhabi's Lulu Island Set for Major Transformation as Eagle Hills Properties Confirms Development Plans
Eagle Hills Properties has confirmed it is overseeing the long-awaited development of Abu Dhabi's Lulu Island, paving the way for a major residential and waterfront transformation.