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CultureExploring 'Dars': The Arabic Word for Lessons Learned in Class and Life
Discover the linguistic roots and cultural significance of the Arabic word 'dars', which describes both classroom lessons and profound insights gained from life experiences.
EconomyIran Grants Special Permission for Iraqi Oil Tankers to Navigate Strait of Hormuz
Iran has permitted several Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following repeated requests from Baghdad. Iraqi President Nizar Amidi emphasized the nation's economic vulnerability and commitment to avoiding regional conflict.
TechnologyThe Fragility of Digital Ownership: Why Your Content Can Simply Disappear
An exploration of digital ownership raises concerns about content disappearing as platforms replace physical media, alongside global news updates.
MiscellaneousCaptivating Images of the Week: From Gaza Amputee Rehabilitation to the Beijing Robot Conference
A visual journey capturing significant global moments from the past week, ranging from rehabilitation efforts in Gaza to technological exhibitions in Beijing.
SportsBrazilian Winger Malcom Completes Surprise Transfer to UAE Side Al Jazira After Leaving Al Hilal
Brazilian winger Malcom has joined UAE Pro League side Al Jazira following the termination of his contract with Saudi champions Al Hilal.
PoliticsSaudi Crown Prince Travels to France to Forge Strategic Deals and Address Strait of Hormuz Security
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in France to meet with President Emmanuel Macron to sign bilateral agreements, discuss regional security, and explore alternative transport routes for the Strait of Hormuz.
Breaking NewsTragedy Deepens as Six-Year-Old Girl Dies Following UK Coast Drowning That Claimed Her Parents and Sister
A six-year-old girl has died in hospital following a tragic drowning incident at Shoreham-by-Sea that previously claimed the lives of her parents and sister.
EconomyNavigating UAE Real Estate: How to Accurately Value Your Apartment and Choose Between Off-Plan and Completed Properties
Property experts share essential advice on how UAE homeowners can accurately value their apartments and guide international investors through the choice between off-plan and completed properties.
PoliticsLebanese President Joseph Aoun Discusses Peacekeeping Future with Italian Leaders in Rome
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun concluded his visit to Rome by meeting with Italian leaders to discuss the future of peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon and ongoing international negotiations.
PoliticsTurkey Requests Interpol Red Notice for Benjamin Netanyahu Over Gaza Aid Flotilla Raid
Turkey has requested Interpol red notices for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and another suspect as part of a domestic criminal case concerning a raid on the Global Sumud Flotilla.
MiscellaneousUAE Three-Day Weekend: Families Skip Travel For School Prep While Couples And Friends Head Out
While upcoming back-to-school preparations are limiting family holiday trips during the UAE's three-day weekend for the Prophet Mohammed's birthday, travel demand among couples and friend groups is on the rise.
TechnologyFrom 1997's Grand Theft Auto to GTA 6: The Remarkable Evolution of Gaming's Most Notorious Crime Franchise
Explore the historic evolution of the Grand Theft Auto series, from its humble 1997 top-down origins to the massive open-world success of GTA 5 and anticipation for GTA 6.
Breaking NewsAbu Dhabi Reopens Public Parks and Beaches Following Severe Weather Precaution
Abu Dhabi Municipality has safely reopened all public parks and beaches after a brief weather-related precautionary closure. Authorities continue to advise caution as unstable conditions persist through the weekend.
TechnologyGulf Nations Invest Billions in Water Security to Power AI and Industrial Growth
Gulf nations are investing heavily in water security and desalination infrastructure to sustain their rapidly expanding artificial intelligence and industrial economies.
PoliticsUN Security Council Holds Second Secret Straw Poll as Eight Candidates Vie for Top Post
The UN Security Council conducted its second secret straw poll on Friday, narrowing down a field of eight candidates vying to succeed Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
EconomyWorld Bank Warns Lebanon's Economy Faces 6.4 Percent Contraction in 2026 Amid Renewed Conflict
The World Bank projects Lebanon's GDP will contract by 6.4 per cent in 2026 due to the ongoing Israel -Hezbollah war, severely reversing a brief economic recovery.
PoliticsUS-Oman Relations Strain as Muscat Navigates Delicate Balance Between Washington and Tehran
Oman's longstanding diplomatic balancing act between the US and Iran faces severe pressure after President Donald Trump threatened the Sultanate over negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
EconomyUAE Extends Pension Coverage to Part-Time Emirati Workers in Public and Private Sectors
The General Pension and Social Security Authority announced that Emiratis working part-time hours in public and private sectors will now be eligible for UAE pension coverage.
HealthAbu Dhabi Launches Smart Ambulances and Control Room to Revolutionize Emergency Care
Abu Dhabi has introduced 18 smart ambulances and a centralized control room to route emergency patients directly to the best-equipped hospitals, significantly improving response times and medical outcomes.
CultureStepping Out in Style: Chanel's 'Barefoot Shoe' Sparks Debate on Impractical Fashion
Actress Margaret Qualley recently debuted Chanel's controversial 'barefoot shoe' on the red carpet in London, sparking new debates about practicality and extreme luxury in fashion.
TechnologyDubai's Al Maktoum International Airport Announces Massive 50km Driverless Rail Network
Al Maktoum International Airport is developing a 50km automated driverless rail network, contracted to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Larsen & Toubro Limited, to transport passengers across the expanding aviation mega-hub.
PoliticsUnexpected Alliances Emerge as Palestine Prepares for Historic Legislative Elections
Palestinian factions are forming unexpected alliances ahead of the first legislative elections in two decades, challenging the long-standing political status quo.
PoliticsUN Secretary General Candidate Ivonne Baki Urges Urgent Security Council Reform to End Global Deadlock
UN Secretary General candidate Ivonne Baki has called for a major overhaul of the UN Security Council, criticizing its current structure for causing global paralysis and deadlocks.
CultureUAE Gears Up for a Packed Autumn Season of Major Concerts, Festivals, and Comedy Shows
The UAE live events sector is gearing up for a bustling autumn season featuring over 100 confirmed concerts, comedy shows, and cultural festivals across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.