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Israel’s President tasks Eisenkot with forming government amid coalition challenges

Emirati content creator Dr. Hamad Al Jabri...

At the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), Emirati content creator Dr. Hamad Al Jabri underscored the significance of emotional depth in travel writing, asserting that mere photographs and digital content fail to encapsulate the rich experiences of exploring new…

QICCA presents recommendations on Advance Dispute Resolution...

The Qatar International Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA) has unveiled key recommendations from the ‘6th World Conference on Arbitration’ focused on Advance Dispute Resolution (ADR). Presented by QICCA Secretary General Ibrahim Shahbek during the conference's closing session, these recommendations…

Iran’s chief negotiator claims US voters rejected...

Iran's chief negotiator has asserted that the recent midterm elections in the United States reflected a public rejection of war, following significant losses for the Republican Party. This statement comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the U.S., particularly regarding…

Francesco Laporta takes commanding lead after first...

Francesco Laporta surged to a commanding lead after the first round of the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, carding a remarkable 62 at Yas Links. The Italian golfer matched the lowest round of his DP World Tour career, finishing the day…

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Israel’s President tasks Eisenkot with forming government...

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked former military chief Benny Eisenkot with forming a government amid ongoing coalition challenges. This development comes as Eisenkot, leader of the centrist Yashar party, advocates for a "national emergency government" aimed at uniting various…

Object 1 reports strong international demand with...

Object 1, a prominent real estate developer, has reported significant international demand for its properties, with buyers from over 60 nationalities contributing to sales in 2026. This diverse buyer base is attributed to competitive pricing and tailored payment plans, as…

Dubai’s Flag Garden features nearly 10,000 flags...

Dubai has unveiled the 13th edition of its Flag Garden, showcasing nearly 10,000 UAE flags arranged to create a large-scale portrait of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE. This…

GITEX World RobotiX 2026 to highlight surge in humanoid robot shipments, exceeding 22,000 in H1 2026

GITEX World RobotiX 2026 is set to showcase significant advancements in humanoid robotics, with global shipments exceeding 22,000 units in the first half of 2026, marking a 300% increase year-on-year. The event, scheduled for December 8-11 at the Dubai Exhibition…

Sheikh Abdullah attends trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at resolving Russia-Ukraine crisis

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the third round of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi involving Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. The discussions aim to explore "practical steps…

Emirates secures 12-year Shariah-compliant financing for two Airbus A350-900 aircraft

Emirates Airline has successfully completed a 12-year Shariah-compliant French Lease financing arrangement for two Airbus A350-900 aircraft, a deal announced on Monday in collaboration with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) and Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB). This innovative funding…

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Egypt implements 33% gas supply cuts for...

Egypt has implemented a significant 33% reduction in natural gas supplies to fertilizer producers, as confirmed by Misr Fertilizers Production Company and industry officials. This decision, announced on Sunday, follows a previous 20% cut and is part of the country's…

Emaar Properties reports 18% profit increase to...

Emaar Properties has reported an 18% increase in net profit before tax, reaching AED 19.8 billion ($5.4 billion) for the first nine months of 2026. This growth is attributed to strong project execution and revenue recognition from its substantial property…

Schneider Electric’s Amel Chadli discusses energy planning...

Amel Chadli, President of the Gulf Cluster at Schneider Electric, recently highlighted the critical need for energy planning in the development of data centres across the Gulf region. As demand for digital infrastructure surges, Chadli emphasized that energy availability is…

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Sheikh Abdullah attends trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at resolving Russia-Ukraine crisis

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the third round of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi involving Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. The discussions aim to explore "practical steps…

Emirati content creator Dr. Hamad Al Jabri highlights emotional depth in travel writing at Sharjah International Book Fair

At the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), Emirati content creator Dr. Hamad Al Jabri underscored the significance of emotional depth in travel writing, asserting that mere photographs and digital content fail to encapsulate the rich experiences of exploring new…

BYD’s YANGWANG U9 Xtreme sets new global speed record of 503.17 kph in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi has made headlines in the automotive world as BYD's YANGWANG U9 Xtreme electric hypercar set a new global speed record of 503.17 kilometers per hour on November 1, 2026. The record-breaking run took place on Sheikh Khalifa bin…

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Israel’s President tasks Eisenkot with forming government amid coalition...

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked former military chief Benny Eisenkot with forming a government amid ongoing coalition challenges. This development comes as Eisenkot, leader of the centrist Yashar party, advocates for a "national emergency government" aimed at uniting various…

At least 66 Congolese soldiers sentenced to death for...

At least 66 soldiers in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been sentenced to death for cowardice, mutiny, and disobeying orders, according to local media reports. This decision follows a military trial involving 71 soldiers in Walikale, North Kivu…

Leaders at COP31 summit in Turkey call for urgent action on climate change

Leaders at the COP31 climate summit in Turkey have called for urgent action to combat climate change, emphasizing the need for accelerated efforts amid rising global temperatures and increasing climate-related disasters. The summit, which commenced on Monday, aims to galvanize…

Egypt implements 33% gas supply cuts for fertilizer producers amid energy crisis

Egypt has implemented a significant 33% reduction in natural gas supplies to fertilizer producers, as confirmed by Misr Fertilizers Production Company and industry officials. This decision, announced on Sunday, follows a previous 20% cut and is part of the country's…

Shooting incident reported in Krakow’s main square during busy tourist season

A shooting incident occurred in Krakow's main square, one of Europe's largest medieval squares, during a busy tourist season, prompting widespread alarm among visitors. Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene as gunfire erupted near St Mary's Basilica, a popular landmark…

Trump appoints Stephen Miller as chief of staff following midterm election defeat

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, a move announced on Friday following the Republican Party's defeat in the recent midterm elections. Miller, a long-time aide known for his hardline stance on…

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MWC26 Doha opens with focus on global standards and MENA connectivity growth

The GSMA MWC26 Doha opened today at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, emphasizing the need for global industry standards and addressing the connectivity gap in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The event, which runs until November 10,…

Gold prices rebound in Dubai, rising up to Dh23.50 per gram amid Diwali demand

Gold prices in Dubai have rebounded significantly, rising by up to Dh23.50 per gram after two weeks of declines, driven by strong demand linked to Diwali celebrations. As of last week, the price of 24-carat gold reached Dh490.50 per gram,…

Leaders at COP31 summit in Turkey call for urgent action on climate change

Leaders at the COP31 climate summit in Turkey have called for urgent action to combat climate change, emphasizing the need for accelerated efforts amid rising global temperatures and increasing climate-related disasters. The summit, which commenced on Monday, aims to galvanize…

HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani elected vice president of Qatar Olympic Committee

In a significant development for sports governance in the region, HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani has been elected as the vice president of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) during its extraordinary General Assembly meeting held on Monday. This election…

California’s Proposition 45 fails to cut housing development red tape amid strong opposition

California's Proposition 45, aimed at streamlining housing development by limiting environmental review timelines, was decisively rejected at the polls. Despite significant backing from business leaders and builders, the measure faced formidable opposition from a coalition of unions and environmental groups,…

Pakistan’s first robot waitresses debut at The Sicilian restaurant in Karachi

The Sicilian restaurant in Karachi has made headlines with the debut of Pakistan's first robot waitresses, Robia and Jojo, designed by local engineer Syed Osama Aziz. These humanoid robots, equipped with LED eyes and a unique design, are capturing the…

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang issues apology and supports independent investigation

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has publicly apologized to his family and colleagues, acknowledging personal misconduct that has raised national security concerns. In a memo addressed to NVIDIA employees, Huang expressed remorse for his actions, which he described as unfaithful, and…