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Why are Fifty Shades of Grey sequels being pulled from UAE shelves?

The National Media Council (NMC), the government authority overseeing censorship, rigorously asserts the book has not been banned, instead stores are deciding not to sell the book of their own accord.

Iraq is moving to prevent the return of ISIS in a new form

It seeks to transform itself from a country shaped by the repercussions of conflict to one actively contributing to the architecture of what comes after it

Abu Dhabi scientists test precision treatment to boost pancreatic cancer survival rates

On World Cancer Day, researchers highlight potential way to tackle deadly form of disease

Al Hilal unveil new signing Karim Benzema: 'I will give everything on the pitch'

N'Golo Kante leaves Al Ittihad to join Turkish side Fenerbahce

Dubai Loop: First four stations revealed for $545 million project

Project to connect Dubai Mall and DIFC as part of first phase

President Sheikh Mohamed says the UAE is committed to creating a greener world

Sheikh Mohamed made comments as UAE celebrates National Environment Day

'We want to scream': Iranians grapple with grief and anger in aftermath of crackdown on protests

US-Iran talks set for this week fail to calm fears of new war

Dubai to begin work on $545 million Las Vegas-style loop beneath Downtown

Project to connect Dubai Mall and DIFC as part of first phase

What to expect from Animenia 2026, including the region's biggest prize pool for cosplay

Manarat Al Saadiyat will host anime recreations, immersive experiences, special guests and music from February 11 to 15

With data, the UAE's coastlines have a fighting chance

Without it, restoration depends on guesswork

Indian shop manager wins Dh20 million in Abu Dhabi's Big Ticket draw

Shanthanu Shettigar to split windfall with friend after they entered raffle together

How Emirati businessman Abdulrahman Bukhatir brought cricket to the UAE

Country has become a major centre for the sport thanks to Bukhatir's unlikely interest in it which developed in Karachi

Champion to kingmaker: MMA legend Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coaching empire

Dagestani great is training seven fighters, including his cousin Usman, ahead of huge PFL show at Coca-Cola Arena on February 7

The growing Republican push to ban Sharia in the US

Critics say actions to ban Islamic law are discriminatory and unnecessary

Lebanon's army chief visits US as stage two of Hezbollah disarmament looms

Gen Rodolph Haykal's trip was postponed from November because dissatisfaction with military's progress

Israel hit by two major Gaza-related corruption cases

Brother of Shin Bet chief, city mayor and soldiers implicated in scandals

US proposes trading bloc for critical minerals

Initiative comes as Washington seeks to reduce reliance on Chinese imports

As trust narrows globally, the UAE offers a different reference point

Residents remain open to trusting across differences, more so than almost any other country

Venezuela must have access to its own resources, says vice president

Calixto Ortega Sanchez says oil-rich country can move on from events of January 3 in Caracas but must have access to international markets to do so

Iftars to try in Abu Dhabi this Ramadan

Whether planning a relaxed meal with family or an evening out with friends, there are plenty of options

US strikes ISIS in Syria in retaliation for Palmyra attack

Communications site, logistics centre and weapons caches destroyed in attack

Lebanon wants 'majority' of one million Syrian refugees to return home this year

Population shift crucial to lift burden from struggling state finances, says minister

Iran seeks to change format of US talks, says source

Tehran wants to show new negotiations are continuation of earlier rounds in Oman

Secrets of Suite 702: Home of Muslim Brotherhood's sanctioned London network

Investigation by The National reveals web of companies under control of sanctioned individuals

Art Basel opens in Doha with a new format shaped by the region

Global art fair brings together 87 galleries from 31 countries, presenting the work of 84 artists

Starmer accuses Mandelson of 'betraying country' to get US ambassador job

Politician was appointed Washington ambassador despite Prime Minister being aware of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

MARI takes majority stake in events platform Bucket Listers

Mari founder says move will support growth across portfolio

'We wanted to put Egyptian cuisine on the map': Khufu's team on winning Mena's 50 Best Restaurants

Duo behind Giza restaurant celebrate industry award, share their admiration of Dubai's Orfali Bros and champion food's power to unite

Man jailed for life for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump

Secret Service agents spotted Ryan Routh hiding in bushes near where Trump was golfing in Florida in September 2024

President Sheikh Mohamed meets global leaders and heads of delegations at World Governments Summit

UAE President presents award to President of Paraguay

Kuwaiti Prime Minister calls for common sense to prevail in US-Iran nuclear talks

Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Sabah expresses desire for peace at Dubai summit

Talks take place in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, Russia and US

Discussions show faith international community has in UAE, says Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Six Palestine Action activists cleared of aggravated burglary

Defendants were accused of attacking the UK premises of Israeli defence company Elbit Systems

Biobank at Museum of the Future could preserve endangered UAE species

Colossal Biosciences is applying genetics and long-term biostorage to conservation efforts, with research also exploring de-extinction

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israel has halted patient crossings at Rafah

Decision, blamed on procedural problems, came as Israeli strikes killed at least 21 in Gaza

Afghan advocate says Zayed award win shows plight of country's women 'not forgotten'

Zarqa Yaftali wants recognition for those denied education in country

Sebastian Coe on Israeli participation, gender in sport, Enhanced Games and his UAE role with Gems Education

World Athletics president spoke out on governance issues during visit to Dubai where he has taken up advisory post

Egypt and Turkey to upgrade relations to 'strategic' level during Erdogan's Cairo visit

Regional powerhouses have ironed out differences over Libya and now co-operate on Sudan

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets President of Tanzania at Dubai summit

Vice President and Ruler of Dubai also meets Prime Minister of Kuwait

UAE seen as a 'neutral venue' for Russia-Ukraine talks, says Gargash

Early decision not to pick sides was crucial, adviser to President Sheikh Mohamed tells World Governments Summit

UAE non-oil business activity hits 11-month high on sales boost

Improving economy drives new orders to highest level in 22 months

One e-scooter, one rider: Safety reminder as Dubai's RTA works to connect more communities

New projects will increase e-scooter, bicycle use as transport authority specifies rules to promote safety

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump's election win in November 2024

Almost half a trillion dollars has been wiped off cryptocurrencies in less than a week

Gazans need Israel to fully reopen the Rafah crossing

Palestinians have for months been desperate for food, water and medical care

Manchester United’s restrained January points to a longer-term plan

No new signings during the winter transfer window as United have one eye on finances and another on a top-six finish

Gold: Is it the safest investment in the world or the riskiest?

Bullion has had a stunning run lately, surging 65 per cent last year

Who was Saif Al Islam Qaddafi, once seen as heir to Libya's Muammar Qaddafi?

He was killed in Zintan by unknown gunmen

Saif Al Islam Qaddafi, son of late Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi, shot dead by gunmen

53-year-old was once seen as the country's next leader

Aldar and Mubadala complete joint venture to create $2.72bn retail platform

Platform consolidates Abu Dhabi retail assets Yas Mall and The Galleria Luxury Collection

Hezbollah can rebuild despite efforts to disarm, US House panel hears

Lebanese military says it has completed first phase of disarmament plan, but Washington has expressed frustration about slow progress

Sudan's army says it broke RSF's siege of another South Kordofan city

Kadugli is second in region after Dilling to have siege lifted since last week

US military shoots down Iranian drone in Arabian Sea

No American soldiers were harmed during incident

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets President of Estonia and Spain's Prime Minister at Dubai summit

Vice President and Ruler of Dubai also meets Jasem Al Budaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Co-operation Council

AD Ports secures $115m financing for Egypt's Safaga terminal

IFC and banks back Upper Egypt’s first internationally operated port

UAE pledges $500m in Sudan humanitarian aid as US announces progress in finalising truce

More than 10 million people have been displaced since the start of the war

Karim Benzema joins Al Hilal in stunning deadline day move as Cristiano Ronaldo sits out Al Nassr match

French striker makes late switch from Al Ittihad to league leaders while Portugal star is absent for win over Al Riyadh

Two French-Israeli women face 'complicity in genocide' investigation for role in Gaza blockade

France has launched war crimes investigations into citizens of dual nationality

Syria seizes 75 hot-air balloons from Captagon smugglers

Investigators say gang equipped with cannon and mortar shells was preparing to transport drugs to Jordan

BTS sightings in Dubai spark excitement as fans speculate on future concert

Record-breaking K-pop group's first world tour in seven years begins in April

Fee of €2 at Rome's Trevi Fountain boosts city's tourist levy

Paris and London eye charges as UK government hopes to end free entry to major museums

Champion to kingmaker: MMA legend Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coaching empire

Dagestani great is training seven fighters, including his cousin Usman, ahead of huge PFL show at Coca-Cola Arena on February 7

Indian rupee rallies after US announces trade deal with New Delhi

Currency rises more than 1% – the biggest increase since December 2018

Deaths in US immigration detention reach highest level on record

Thirty people died in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody in 2025, the highest annual total in more than two decades, according to official data

Kuwait to invite international oil companies in major policy U-turn

Opening upstream sector tied to 4 million bpd production capacity target

Mahmoud Abbas announces unprecedented PLO parliamentary elections

People will be allowed to vote for parliamentary candidates for first time

Trump's ICE climbdown would have Roy Cohn spinning in his grave

It seems there are limits to the fearsome lawyer's advice when it runs smack into persistent realities that won’t give way

Dh500m Dubai beach expansion could help marine life thrive

It needs careful planning but Umm Suqeim Beach transformation will be loved by fish and corals, suggest experts

Q&A replay: US and Iran stand-off

A US military 'armada' has sailed to the region as Iran's supreme leader warns of a wider war, but can talks ease tensions?

Adnoc Distribution reports record $761m net profit for 2025 amid regional expansion

Annual profit jumps 15.4% amid fuel stations expansion as company sees strongest performance on record

Why leading scientists are coming to Dubai

Changing funding patterns and political priorities make events such as this week’s summits in the UAE more consequential than ever

Rise of AI is redefining human capabilities, Mohammed Al Gergawi says

UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs asks whether global governments are 'ready for the humans we have become'

T20 World Cup 2026: Teams, prize money and where to watch matches in UAE

Showpiece tournament kicks off in India and Sri Lanka on February 7 amid scheduling fiasco

World Governments Summit 2026: Middle East can't afford a US-Iran war, says Gargash

Mr Gargash says unresolved disputes have repeatedly destabilised the region

Middle East does not need another conflict, says UAE's Gargash as US-Iran tensions rise

Diplomatic adviser to the UAE President calls for direct talks between Tehran and Trump administration

What next for Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr?

Portuguese striker sat out Monday's win over Al Riyadh amid reports he is unhappy about Karim Benzema's move to Al Hilal

Trump warns Iran 'bad things' will happen if deal is not reached

Talks are expected to begin this week

UAE signs trade deal with Democratic Republic of Congo

Agreement aims to enhance collaboration in mining, agriculture and clean energy

Abu Dhabi's Mubadala joins global investors in $16bn Waymo funding round

Financing deal values company at $126bn and will help it expand operations to 20 new cities

UAE Property: ‘With prices increasing, how can we stay long-term in Dubai?’

Expect rental growth to begin slowing and, in many areas, stabilising

Syria's Kurdish question 'postponed, not ended' as US-brokered deal goes into effect

Fighting between central government and SDF stopped but few expect long-term solution

Doug Burgum expects more countries to join US critical minerals club

More than 50 delegations to converge in Washington for first critical minerals summit

President Sheikh Mohamed discusses bilateral ties with President of Paraguay

Santiago Pena was on a working visit to the UAE to take part in World Governments Summit

Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi sets crowdsourced biodiversity initiative to map changing UAE

The institution will introduce the City Nature Challenge, an initiative that invites residents to document urban biodiversity

President Sheikh Mohamed discusses AI with Swiss President in Abu Dhabi

Talks address importance of embracing modern technology

Four in 10 cancer cases around world could be prevented, finds WHO

Global analysis highlights sharp difference in causes of disease between men and women

What the Oscar-nominated films are saying about America today

As often is the case, Hollywood is reflecting the country's contemporary culture and anxieties

Tom Cruise leaves £35m Knightsbridge apartment after Rolex robbery

Hollywood star is said to believe London is no longer safe

UBS global CIO on the new rules of investing and how markets work now

Mark Haefele discusses how government intervention matters more than headlines

The best uniforms to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The 26th Games will be hosted in Milan and Cortina from February 6 to 22

Ronaldo v Benzema: trophies, tantrums and the Saudi spotlight

Story of the transfer window is Benzema's move to Al Hilal and Ronaldo's reaction to it

Mena’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026: Khufu's in Egypt takes top spot as Kinoya is named best in UAE

Restaurateurs from around the region gathered at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental as the winners were announced

OpenAI's Sam Altman concerned by possible effect of supply chain disruption

ChatGPT company's CEO interviewed on stage at Cisco AI summit

Ramadan 2026: Holy month to begin on February 19, UAE astronomy centre predicts

Crescent moon heralding the start of Ramadan is expected to be visible on Wednesday, February 18

President Sheikh Mohamed and Ecuadorian President Noboa discuss closer bilateral ties

Leaders hold talks on trade, investment and renewable energy in the UAE

Belinda Bencic on returning to world's top 10, her 'bitter' Melbourne exit and advising mum-to-be Ons Jabeur

Reigning Abu Dhabi Open champion begins defence of title against British qualifier Kartal on Wednesday

Palestinian aid organisation says winning Zayed Award ‘sends a signal to the world’

Three recipients to be honoured at private ceremony on Wednesday

Unicef Gulf director calls for surge in Gaza support after reopening of Rafah crossing

Lana Al Wreikat warns a single aid route is insufficient as malnutrition and child welfare concerns deepen

Israel drops unidentified chemicals on Lebanon and Syria raising UN concerns

Peacekeepers and environmental groups say there are risks to agriculture and nearby civilians

Turkish President Erdogan begins two-day visit to Saudi Arabia and Egypt

Regional developments and Palestine on the agenda in talks with fellow leaders

Iran arrests 139 foreigners in Yazd over protest allegations

Anti-government demonstrations began in December due to economic hardship

Dubai to begin work on $545 million Las Vegas-style loop beneath Downtown

Project to connect Dubai Mall and DIFC as part of first phase

Israel blocks majority of Gazans seeking return home as Rafah crossing reopens

Only 12 of 50 Palestinians were allowed to pass through Israeli checkpoint on Gaza-Egypt border

Dubai plans to launch self-driving electric vehicles 'like train in a cycle lane'

Glydways network will be linked to Metro and aims to ease pressure on congested roads

AI-blockchain research platform launches new era of sharing scientific knowledge

At World Governments Summit in Dubai, Nobel laureate says fusion of AI and blockchain can open research to scientific and commercial rewards

Send Help ending explained: Rachel McAdams on why it should make you uncomfortable

American actress says the dark finale offers a moral lesson for audiences – and a bit of fun

The IMF and World Bank need reforms to continue aiding global development

The good news is there are solutions out there

Britain rejects involvement in potential Iran regime change

Foreign minister also deflects calls from MPs to proscribe IRGC as terror group

Iftars in Dubai to suit every budget this Ramadan

Prices start at Dh149 for a feast at sunset

French police search X offices in Paris over child sexual abuse images and AI chatbot Grok

Alleged spread of deepfakes and other illegal content draws law enforcement action

Former British PM Liz Truss says UK can learn economic lessons from UAE

Bold government policies can help create 'new business environment', Dubai summit hears

Disneyland Abu Dhabi has Bob Iger bullish on theme park unit's growth

Shares in company dip as Disney warns of fewer international visitors at US venues

Mexico, Brazil and Chile back Michelle Bachelet to be UN chief

Former Chilean president also served as UN high commissioner for human rights

Modern-day privateers: Could the US soon allow private companies to wage its cyber wars?

Proposed congressional bill seeks to define cyber crimes as 'acts of war'

Ferrari 849 Testarossa road test: Blending F1 speed with real-world usability

Estimated to cost Dh2m, model marks a decisive step forward for brand’s hybrid hypercars

Egypt moves closer to imposing stricter penalties for dodging military draft

Parliamentary committee backs changes to law that aim to 'strengthen discipline' and 'acknowledge sacrifices'

Iran says nuclear talks with US expected to resume in coming days

Tehran news agencies say diplomatic efforts under way to avert war after threats by US President Donald Trump

First group of 50 Gazans return through Rafah as crossing reopens

Egypt mobilises hospitals and ambulances for patients leaving Gaza for treatment

Bridge to link Wynn Al Marjan Island gaming resort to UAE road network to open this year

Wynn Bridge to boost connectivity to luxury site before planned launch next year

President Sheikh Mohamed meets leader of Sierra Leone as nations agree to economic partnership

UAE leader sets out plan to bolster trade and investment with West African country

Syrian forces posted to Kobani, Hasakah and Qamishli under deal to integrate SDF-held areas

First phase begins to bring Kurdish-administered areas under state control

NMC Health withdraws £2bn UK lawsuit against EY

Years-long legal battle between administrators and accountancy firm ends in confidential agreement

UAE denies 'unfounded claim' that it will assume civilian administration of Gaza

Reem Al Hashimy affirms that Gaza-linked roles will be used to achieve durable peace

Iraq begins investigations into ISIS prisoners transferred from Syria

At least 7,000 detainees are expected to be moved from camps, Baghdad court says

Saudi and Omani naval forces conclude missile drills

Military exercise aimed to ensure exchange of expertise in naval operations and maritime security

IMF chief hails UAE’s non-oil growth but warns of rising global risks

Kristalina Georgieva says Emirates' economic diversification and grasp of AI is example to others

Fog, rain and cooler temperatures forecast across the UAE

National Centre for Meteorology says the pattern is expected to last until Friday

Dominic Solanke and other superb 'scorpion kick' goals

We take a look down memory lane to see some of the finest finishes in the most unusual fashion

Tom Cruise leaves £35m Knightsbridge apartment after Rolex robbery

Hollywood star is said to believe London is no longer safe

Global stocks slump as oil and gold tumble on easing Iran tension and new Fed pick

Oil prices plunge more than 5%, while precious metals witnessed their worst day in decades

Effect of global tariffs on Middle East not yet clear, says IMF's Azour

Region central to global trade could face consequences, says senior official

Ramadan 2026: Holy month to begin on February 19, UAE astronomy centre predicts

Crescent moon heralding the start of Ramadan is expected to be visible on Wednesday, February 18

Louvre Abu Dhabi director named incoming head of Kiran Nadar Museum in India

Manuel Rabate to open multidisciplinary art space designed by Sir David Adjaye

Could Pakistan be thrown out of T20 World Cup for $50m cost of forfeiting India match?

Cricket’s governing body warns PCB not to undermine ‘spirit and sanctity’ of tournament by ‘selective participation’

Alex Eala on returning to Abu Dhabi, incredible Filipino support and hitting with Rafael Nadal

The 20-year-old lefty is back in Abu Dubai for first time since debut in 2024 but now at career-high No 45 in rankings

Who is in the Egot winners' club? All 22 members, from Steven Spielberg to Viola Davis

These artists have won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award, in what's known as the grand slam of show business

Keir Starmer orders inquiry into Peter Mandelson's links with Jeffrey Epstein after 'leak' email

UK Prime Minister also calls on former Labour politician to resign from House of Lords and testify

Europe's former ambassadors demand more pressure on Israel to help 'destitute' Gazans

EU institutions have failed to agree on sanctions against Israel despite it breaching a bilateral agreement

Forza Italia ... in cricket? T20 World Cup debutants eager to make their mark

Italy will be playing on cricket’s top stage for the first time but the sport has a surprisingly long history in a country more associated with football

Grammys 2026 best dressed: Sabrina Carpenter, Ejae, Sombr, Karen Wazen and the Biebers

Stars ditched colour for plenty of black on a dramatic night

President Sheikh Mohamed talks by phone with Jordan's King Abdullah II

Leaders discuss developments in region

Enhanced Games athletes arrive in Abu Dhabi to prepare for competition

Three-month training camp gets under way at Erth complex

President Sheikh Mohamed meets President of Azerbaijan

Sheikh Mohamed congratulates Ilham Aliyev over 2026 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity

Iraq’s PM seeks to resolve political stalemate over election of president

Mohammed Shia Al Sudani holds talks with rival parties in Kurdistan region who have each put forward a candidate

Dreams and delays: How first Gazans to cross Rafah border felt after agonising wait

One man tells The National of dawn journey through Egypt, while a woman in Gaza finally has chance to take son for treatment

Cristiano Ronaldo misses Al Nassr game amid transfer frustrations

Portugal star sits out match against Al Riyadh as reports suggest he is unhappy with club's lack of January business

Chinese companies taking advantage of Gulf regulations, says Alshaya chairman

Mohammed Alshaya urges tighter oversight of Chinese retailers at Kuwait-UAE Economic Forum

To see the depth of UK-UAE ties, just look at the numbers

Trade figures as well as the number of British companies and expats making their home in the Emirates show the powerful alignment between the two nations

Kuwait and UAE underline expanding economic partnership at Dubai forum

Business leaders discussed deeper investment links and ensuring market competitiveness at the Kuwait-UAE Economic Forum

What to make of the 'optimism gap' between Western Europe and the Gulf

Europe's good life isn't engendering the positivity about the future one might expect, but experience elsewhere shows there are many ingredients to a blue-sky national mindset

With the US poised for attack, what a 'Venezuela scenario' could look like in Iran

Depending on Trump's mood and Tehran's response, the possibilities range from regime change to rehabilitation

Saudi Arabia announces arrests in corruption cases

Nazaha reveals details of 11 cases involving bribery or theft totalling more than $4 million

Dubai Fashion Week: What to expect this week after Alberta Ferretti raises curtain

Italian luxury house opens show that introduces autumn-winter 26/27 season to the world

Kuwait appoints new foreign and finance ministers in cabinet reshuffle

Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah becomes Foreign Minister

Bank of Africa’s London HQ with Kennedy connections for sale as £25m mansion

Mayfair townhouse with views onto Hyde Park has an illustrious history

Grammys 2026 winners in main categories, from Bad Bunny to Kendrick Lamar

Man I Need singer Olivia Dean wins Best New Artist

‘ICE out’ goes mainstream at Grammys with Bad Bunny, Justin Bieber, Billie Eilish and more

Artists make political statements on music’s biggest night to protest against US immigration enforcement actions

Syria's imperfect peace is better than further fighting

A deal between Damascus and Kurdish-led forces offers the tentative possibility of progress but apprehension is justified

How the US and Iran have left energy markets flying blind

The US and/or Israel could attack domestic Iranian energy infrastructure, concentrating on gas, electricity and fuel distribution

Tottenham v Man City ratings: Dragusin 4, Solanke 9; Cherki 8, Haaland 6

Spurs fight back from 2-0 down to earn a point as City lose ground on Arsenal at top of the Premier League

Iranian official says progress made on talks with US

President Donald Trump said Tehran was 'seriously talking' to Washington

Thousands of runners step out for 25th Dubai Marathon

Elite athletes joined amateurs on start line for region's oldest international race on Sunday

More than 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern DRC

Adviser to regional governor claims at least 227 confirmed dead

UAE leaders open World Laureate Summit in Dubai as rise of AI takes centre stage

Event held ahead of World Governments Summit in Dubai

Battle lines frozen in north-east Syria after latest US-brokered deal

Halt in fighting between government and Kurdish-led SDF but uncertainty remains over implementation

Sheikh Hamdan launches Dh500m master plan to transform Dubai's Umm Suqeim Beach

Large-scale project will extend size of beach by one third in bid to attract six million annual visitors

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Abu Dhabi to host further US-Ukraine-Russia peace talks next week

Ukrainian President said discussions will be key to ending four-year conflict with Russia

UAE pledges $20m to boost food aid in Sudan

Aid Agency signs agreement to support crucial UN-led aid operations in war zone

Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid seeks to declare Qatar 'enemy state'

Doha has long championed Palestinian cause and hosted Hamas leadership since 2012

India unveils growth-driven budget with record infrastructure outlay

Record 12.2tn-rupee capex plan targets manufacturing, AI investment and fiscal discipline

Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026: Players, draw, ticket information as Belinda Bencic defends title

Five top-20 players to fight for the title at Zayed Sports City

Iraq's Shiite bloc reaffirms support for Al Maliki as prime minister despite US objection

Former PM accused of fuelling corruption and deepening political sectarianism

Israel reopens Rafah crossing for limited passage of Gaza residents

'Pilot phase' allows only for Palestinian residents to leave territory

Abu Dhabi targets art collectors' market with new support scheme

Waived duty among incentives to attract global art connoisseurs

Pet owners in Abu Dhabi must register cats and dogs by February 3

New rules created to reduce abandonments and support animal welfare

My Dubai Rent: PR director pays Dh390,000 for five-bedroom Victory Heights 'dream home'

Lucy Gow and family feel at home thanks to safe community and thriving social life

Egypt assumes presidency of African Union's Peace and Security Council

Cairo to host high-level meeting to address Sudan and Somalia crises during month‑long tenure

Pakistan says 92 militants killed after attacks in Balochistan

Banned BLA claims responsibility for co-ordinated effort

Ricky Martin at Saadiyat Nights review: King of Latin Pop proves his hits stand the test of time

Livin' La Vida Loca hit-maker took to the stage in Abu Dhabi, transporting the crowd to late 1990s pop music glory

Liverpool v Newcastle player ratings: Salah 7, Ekitike 9; Trippier 4, Gordon 7

Arne Slot's side fight back to seal emphatic win at Anfield

Libya grapples with disastrous finances in spite of oil boom

Political fragmentation and corruption hindering growth, analysts say

A year after the deadline to withdraw, Israel beds down in southern Lebanon

The National visits sensitive deep south, where witnesses and satellite images reveal Israel is strengthening its positions

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since April 2025 amid liquidity fears and geopolitical tensions

Trump's choice for new Fed chair also weighs on cryptocurrency as it slips below $80,000

Israel kills 32 people in deadliest Gaza strikes in weeks

Several children are among the dead, local authorities say

Global leaders head to Dubai for World Governments Summit

More than 40 heads of state and 6,000 attendees expected

Man United ratings v Fulham: Mainoo and Casemiro shine, Sesko is hero

Interim Red Devils manager Michael Carrick makes it three wins out of three after 3-2 thriller at Old Trafford

Trump, Lutnick and Musk mentioned in newly released Epstein files

Democrats criticise justice department for putting out only half of identified documents

UAE fuel prices to fall in February

Motorists can expect to pay less at pump

After Israel buries last hostage, Gazans wait for closure on their dead

Palestinians struggle to identify their dead after Israel returns bodies in poor condition

Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Spotlight on Bencic as WTA's Middle East swing begins

Five top-20 players to fight for the title at Zayed Sports City

Mum, miso and medals: Baker behind Bkry shares recipe for success

Indonesian chef explains rapid rise as plans under way to open four more branches of bakery he founded in Dubai two years ago

UAE’s non-oil foreign trade hits $1 trillion

Arab world's second-largest economy achieves targets five years ahead of schedule, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid says

UAE plugs itself into global $300bn stablecoin system regulating digital dollars

Universal says it is first foreign payment token issuer registered by Emirates' central bank

Arsenal make title statement with crushing victory at Leeds despite injury to Bukayo Saka

Mikel Arteta's team return to form with 4-0 triumph at Elland Road

Pool days for foodies: Beach clubs where price is redeemable against food and drink

From relaxed family-friendly beach clubs to lively destinations, here are six good options

UAE and Ukraine economic ties can only get stronger, Reem Al Hashimy says

Minister of State for International Co-operation calls on UAE business community to explore prospects in the Ukrainian market

'Because I can': Emirati athletes take UAE to first world para badminton games

Ranked among world’s top 20, UAE athletes in wheelchairs reveal how they are laser-focused on the shuttle

Iran denies IRGC naval commander assassinated as explosions add to tensions

Israel denies involvement as President Prezeshkian says foreign leaders seek to 'tear the nation apart'

Confused UAE head to India for T20 World Cup on back of series thrashing by Ireland

National team look worryingly undercooked ahead of appearance on global game’s big stage

Gaza's new governing committee looks to enter strip as Israel keeps iron grip on border

Israel wants 200 people to leave for every 50 allowed in under plan to hold control of Rafah crossing

Israel kills 27 people in deadliest Gaza strikes in weeks

Several children are among the dead, local authorities say

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque opens doors to record number of visitors and worshippers in 2025

Nearly seven million people attend Abu Dhabi landmark

Sheikh Theyab shown rapid progress on Abu Dhabi's Etihad Rail station

Main passenger centre nears completion

EU to keep offices in Yemen despite WFP closures over security concerns

Donor status means EU operates in some the Middle East's most contested areas

Novak Djokovic says doubters 'gave me strength' as he eyes Australian Open history against Carlos Alcaraz

Serbian great defeated Jannik Sinner in another epic semi-final to set up title clash with Spaniard

Why UAE petrol station coffee and food deserve more credit

Stopping at my local Adnoc is a favourite morning ritual

Q&A replay: An expert's take on UAE salary and job trends in 2026

From Gen Z skills to negotiation wins, a recruitment consultant answers your questions

US military warns Iran over plans for live-fire naval exercise

Tensions are simmering between Washington and Tehran

Chevron CEO says company in discussions with Iraq and Libya

Oil major's fourth-quarter earnings per share tops consensus estimate

The UAE shows the difference between a government that uses AI and one designed for it

Artificial intelligence can do wonders as an operating system for government services, without replacing human connection

On AI and tech, Japan seeks to build momentum with UAE, experts say

President Sheikh Mohamed is scheduled to visit Japan on February 8

Sheikh Abdullah discusses UAE-US relations and regional issues with Marco Rubio

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs spoke to the US Secretary of State on Friday

How UAE floods of 2024 are helping to bolster protection against future disasters

UK Met Office model could make it easier to predict when large amounts of rain will fall in a short period of time

Raw power rules: Why Trump is bolstering US military might

With F-47s, 'Trump-class' warships and a Golden Dome over America, US President shapes the Pentagon in his own image

Never mind King Tut's treasures: Stray dogs a big attraction at Grand Egyptian Museum

One of the dogs, Mimi, became a social media sensation after videos of her roaming the museum went viral

Gold plummets and dollar strengthens on Trump's Fed chair nomination

Long-term yields tick higher as traders assess if Kevin Warsh will favour more rate cuts

Al Roj camp managers fear women emboldened by thoughts of ISIS resurgence

Camp administrator fears world is 'closing its eyes and ears' to emerging threat

Rising unease in Azerbaijan as Trump threatens neighbouring Iran

South Caucasus nation fears being trapped between 'two world wars', senior official tells The National

Gulf bargain-hunters miss out as Americans swoop on London’s luxury property market

Waiting for the market to reach bottom may mean losing out on the perfect home, warns expert

Electric surge: How Chinese cars are conquering Britain’s roads

BYD’s UK sales exploded by 880 per cent in one month

Fans mourn Syrian actress Huda Shaarawi as maid 'confesses' to attacking her

Funeral procession in Damascus broadcast live

President Sheikh Mohamed discusses regional security with Iran’s President

UAE leader emphasises support for peace

No new nuclear talks with US on table, Iran's Foreign Minister says

US places on sanctions on Iranian officials as Ankara seeks to avert regional war

UN warns of risk of 'imminent financial collapse'

Secretary General Antonio Guterres says organisation is in 'Kafkaesque cycle' of giving back money it never received

What a weaker dollar means for your wallet, from holidays to groceries

Remittances, studying abroad, electronics and luxury goods could become pricier, experts say

President Sheikh Mohamed holds call with Syria’s Al Shara

Leaders discuss regional developments and efforts towards stability

Why prevention must shape the future of health in Abu Dhabi

Studies show prevention can reduce the disease burden and save trillions

Why UAE's Gen Z is turning to old-school gold in search for financial security

Young investors in the UAE are entering markets earlier, balancing crypto with gold bars and ETFs

Trump nominates Kevin Warsh to be next Fed chair

Former Bush appointee has been critical of Federal Reserve since resigning as governor in 2011

Revealed: Archive images of Benazir Bhutto and Asif Ali Zardari with UAE leaders

Bakhtawar Bhutto-Zardari revisits her late mother's leadership to mark four-day official visit to the Emirates by her father, the President of Pakistan

Oil set to post biggest monthly gain in years on potential US strikes on Iran

Brent prices touched $70 per barrel mark on Thursday

Queen Rania celebrates King Abdullah and Prince Hashem’s birthdays with family photos

Jordanian monarch and youngest son share same special date

Prince William to visit Saudi Arabia as UK hopes for fighter jet deal

British royal's first official visit to country coincides with its World Defence Show

Flawed ceasefire means war is not over for Gazans, warns EU's Hadja Lahbib

Re-opening Rafah border crossing for pedestrians can't make up for trickle of lorries, EU crisis chief tells The National

UAE jobs in 2026: Are salaries rising, which sectors are hiring, and how important are AI skills?

Cooper Fitch managing director Vlacheslav Shakhov responds to jobseekers on hiring trends

Exclusive: Wicked composer Stephen Schwartz confirms Oz sequel film in the works

Oscar-winning songwriter is working with scribe Winnie Holzman on a follow-up, and tells The National that Universal is 'very interested'

Gaza's Rafah crossing to open on Sunday with Israel vetting travellers

Israeli military says only Palestinians who left Gaza during the war will be allowed to return

UK bowing to pressure for ban Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps

Powers to blacklist state-backed terror groups being developed and could target IRGC

Dubai Metro to open early for marathon on Sunday

Services will run from 5am until midnight

No one knows where a conflict with Iran would end

Now is a time for focused and determined diplomacy to chart a path away from war

‘Family is the bedrock’: How Emiratis find work-life balance in 21st century

UAE has designated 2026 the Year of Family

Major change in UAE school starting age leaves parents searching for places

Many children may effectively skip a year and begin school in FS2

Trump 'planning' to speak to Tehran as he sends another warship to the Middle East

Military is prepared to carry out whatever US ​President decides, says Defence Secretary

Abu Dhabi to consolidate assets of ADQ under L'imad

L'imad's portfolio will now include 25 investment companies and platforms and more than 250 group subsidiaries

Italy and the UAE are champions of stability

Co-existence, respect and openness are not abstract ideals, but pillars of our policies

Aldar-owned London Square launches prime residential project on Thames dockside linked to ice trade

London company was first acquisition outside the Middle East and North Africa by the UAE developer

Kurdish-led SDF agree to ceasefire and integration with Syrian armed forces

Deal follows deadly clashes and loss of territory for the militia in the north

Bradman's 'Baggy Green', Tendulkar's Ferrari and other coveted cricket memorabilia

Australian batting legend's cap fetched Aus$460,000 at an auction recently

Saudi and Israeli officials visit Washington as regional tensions simmer

Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman discusses Iran with Trump administration

What is Hag Al Laila, the pre-Ramadan celebration popular in the UAE?

Children's tradition is a joyful way to remind communities that the holy month is just around the corner

Ozma: Stephen Schwartz reveals exclusive new details for Oz film musical after Wicked

Oscar-winning songwriter is working with scribe Winnie Holtzman on a sequel, and tells The National that Universal is 'very interested'

Why everyone’s talking about their ‘biological age’ in 2026

Measuring your health at the cellular level is a trending metric this year

How Jared Kushner’s plan for Gaza could affect Palestinians

Residents fear being pushed out of enclave and loss of communities

Abu Dhabi urges food firms to adopt traffic light nutrition grades

Nutri-Mark to better inform shoppers about salt, fat and calorie content

Gaza's farmers 'dig through rock' in desperate quest to restore ravaged land

Farmland that once bloomed with fruit and vegetables now destroyed by war or cut off by Israeli barrier

Premier League predictions: Arsenal back to winning ways as Man United continue revival under Michael Carrick

We pick out the winners and losers from this weekend's English top-flight fixtures

Is buy-to-let property investing in the UK worth the headache?

The days of treating property as a passive, tax-efficient investment are over

Fuelling expectations: The pros and cons of alternatives to gas guzzlers

Batteries in the lead but race for internal combustion engine substitutes is still wide open

UK agrees deal with China to cut off supply of people smugglers' boats

Keir Starmer secures agreement to share intelligence on visit to Beijing

One in 100 UK-made cars exported to UAE

European and US markets dominate UK exports, but UAE's desire for luxury cars sees it make the top 10

Oura Ring 4 Ceramic review: It's a health thing with bling

Tougher and more stylish model comes at a premium

Chasing turquoise in the desert: A day at Al Wathba Salt Lakes

An hour from Abu Dhabi city, the spot is raw but resplendent

'No new New York': How France aims to support a postwar Gaza

Paris is keen on working with Arab states on a 'more realistic' plan for the future of the enclave, says French MP

European experience has improved Saudi Arabia trio and can inspire others to move abroad

Abdulhamid, Al Ghamdi and Al Sahafi are better players for spells in Italy, France and Belgium

Emirates airline to hire 20,000 staff including pilots and cabin crew by 2030

Carrier does not see any impact on travel demand so far as US-Iran tension simmers

AI instructors to teach learner drivers in Abu Dhabi

Yas Driving Academy to begin automated lessons as part of its curriculum

The UAE's embrace of green energy is no flash in the pan

As clean energy company Masdar celebrates 20 years, the Emirates continues its drive for sustainable power

Change of heart in Paris puts EU on brink of banning the IRGC

France had seemed the last major member of the bloc to oppose this, after a change of position by Spain and Italy

Global tech, from Meta to Samsung, not holding back on AI spending

Facebook owner alone plans to lay out as much as $135 billion this year on technology

Trump says he's asked Putin to hold fire on Ukraine for a week

US President says request made due to 'record-setting' cold in eastern Europe

UN chief urges renewed diplomacy between Iran and US to avoid 'devastating consequences'

Antonio Guterres urges faster transition towards multipolar international order

US tech stocks fall as traders assess AI spending plans

Microsoft shares fall 12% after latest earnings report

Cyber hygiene: Did Trump's cyber director compromise US security by using ChatGPT?

Technology experts warn of similar incidents that could pose danger to governments and businesses

Why Huda Kattan is facing backlash over her comments on Iran

Huda Beauty founder, who posted anti-war content on social media, denies accusations that she supports the regime

Etihad Rail will connect the UAE in ways we have never seen before

From Sila in the west to Fujairah in the east, it will bring residents and visitors closer to the country's hidden gems

War escalates in north-east Syria as US envoy holds talks in Ankara

Ten SDF fighters killed as Kurdish-led group tries to halt military advance

Etihad Rail's key challenge: connecting people to the stations

Closing the first and last mile gap set to define how people use the network, experts say

Inside the UAE job market: What you need to know about hiring in 2026

Discussion offers guidance for professionals navigating career decisions

Zayed International Airport handled record 32.5m passengers in 2025 as Etihad Airways expands

Abu Dhabi’s annual airport traffic exceeds 30 million for first time

Sanctions-hit Lukoil agrees to sale of assets in potential $22bn deal

Russian giant's most prized holding is stake in Iraq’s West Qurna 2 oilfield, one of world’s largest

EU leaders shouldn't delude their people - defence autonomy is still a pipe dream

Better to accept the reality that they will need America - even Trump's America - for a long time to come

'Moving my son to Iraq from ISIS camp risks death sentence'

Sally Lane, whose son Jack Letts has been held in Syria since 2017 without trial, says he should be returned to UK or Canada to face justice

Topgolf to open new venue on Yas Island in 2026

Miral has confirmed construction is under way on the three-level sports and entertainment complex, which will be the second Topgolf destination in the UAE

Abu Dhabi’s Lunate appoints former chief executive of ADQ as chairman

Mohamed Alsuwaidi to lead investment firm’s next phase of expansion

Brent tops $70 on fears of US strikes against Iran

Trump considering targeted attacks on Tehran's security forces, American media reports

Middle East can't afford more confrontation, says UAE's Gargash

UAE calls for political solution to US-Iran tension and says Gulf states 'pay the price' of escalation

UN's food agency ends all staff contracts in Houthi-held Yemen

World Food Programme scales back operations after repeated harassment and detention of UN workers

Syrian actress Huda Shaarawi found dead in Damascus home

Maid is suspect as authorities open investigation into death of Bab Al Hara star

Sheikh Abdullah hails 'new milestone' in UAE-Kuwait ties during working visit

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs witnesses the signing of key deals between the Gulf neighbours

President Sheikh Mohamed meets Vladimir Putin on start of Russia visit

UAE leader arrives in Moscow to begin official visit

European Union lists IRGC as terrorist organisation in historic move

Decision triggered by regime's latest suppression of protesters in Iran

Captagon lab raided by Lebanese authorities after Saudi tip-off

Four arrested in operation that highlights heightened regional collaboration to break drug-smuggling networks

Manus on Markets: Bessent doubles down on strong dollar policy

Nipah virus: Pakistan joins Asian countries by introducing checks for passengers after India outbreak

Tighter screening is already in place in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam

Iran threatens to strike 'heart of Tel Aviv' in response to any US attack

Iranian Foreign Minister to hold talks in Turkey as regional tension simmers

Yemen terror plot past of independent candidate in UK local elections

Shahid Butt says his past is behind him and that he has spent years helping local causes

PSG v Newcastle player ratings: Vitinha and Joe Willock deliver in dramatic draw while Ousmane Dembele falters

Luis Enrique and Eddie Howe’s teams forced ​into Uefa Champions League play-off round after 1-1 result at ​Parc des Princes

The challenges facing Asean as it tries to rise in the new world order

The grouping can't reach its potential as a middle-power bridge unless all its members play ball

Benfica's 'crazy' win, English clubs dominate, Napoli flop: Champions League talking points

Top eight and line-up for play-offs takes shape after thrilling conclusion to competition's league phase on Wednesday

Adnoc and Taqa sign 27-year utilities deal with Ta'ziz for Ruwais chemicals plant

Companies will set up project for electricity grid connection, steam and wastewater

Federal Reserve keeps US interest rates steady

Jerome Powell says inflation remains sticky while labour market stabilises

Jerome Powell plays down oil risks despite recent 'turmoil'

Brent crude up more than 1% after Trump renews threats on Iran

Hamas weapons to be bought in international programme, US envoy tells UN

Gaza demilitarisation to be supervised by international monitors, Mike Waltz says

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets President of Pakistan in Dubai

Dubai Ruler describes UAE’s Pakistani community as ‘our brothers’

President Sheikh Mohamed receives Kuwait’s Minister of Defence in Abu Dhabi

Meeting comes as UAE and Gulf state host week-long event honouring bilateral ties

Gunman who 'executed' Kurdish Foxtrot gangster's uncle jailed for life

Karim Alaa Hussain was caught in police chase after shooting dead his victim in Stockholm suburb

UpScrolled social app hits No 1 in US App Store downloads

Alternative social app flourishes amid accusations of shadow bans over pro-Palestine and Gaza content on established major platforms

Syria fighting eases after US bid to save ceasefire

Pro-government forces halt attacks on areas held by Kurdish-led SDF militia after clashes in north-east Syria

Make-up ban for female staff in Syria's Latakia province draws criticism

Officials later sought to soften directive but questions remain over legal basis and enforcement

Patrick Reed loving Middle East swing as he looks to back up Dubai title with Bahrain crown

American about to play third successive tournament in region

Sheikh Hamdan approves launch of 20-minute city plan for Dubai

Crown Prince also consents to project to speed up detection of diseases and make airport check-ins more traveller friendly

I've seen MSF's work in Gaza. Israel's coercion of this charity is a scandal

Doctors Without Borders has been bullied by Israel into sharing personal information about its Palestinian staff

Tyson Fury announces comeback fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov on Netflix

Former heavyweight champion to launch latest return to boxing from British soil on April 11

President Sheikh Mohamed meets Italian President in Abu Dhabi

UAE leader holds talks with Sergio Mattarella

Nouri Al Maliki condemns US interference in Iraq and vows to remain PM candidate

Former prime minister responds to President Donald Trump's comments as he seeks third term

President Sheikh Mohamed to begin official visit to Russia on Thursday

UAE President to discuss opportunities with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin

Reunions and recovery: Why Gazans are longing for Rafah crossing to open

As Palestinians wait for Israel to unblock border, some hope to leave Gaza for treatment while others stranded abroad plan to return

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed begins working visit to Kuwait

Trip comes as UAE and Gulf state prepare to host week-long event honouring bilateral ties

Amazon cuts 16,000 jobs globally amid AI push

Company is restructuring its workforce after pandemic-era over-hiring

Sudan's Somoud backs Hamdok's call for European support to end civil war

Former cabinet minister Khalid Yousif tells The National that former regime forces are stalling the peace process and dividing society

UAE's biggest bank FAB posts 24% profit rise on revenue boost

Group revenue for the year rose 16% on business growth and rise in non-interest income

Why Arab states are so good at withstanding pressure to break up

Foreign and sectarian interests have often sought to dismantle these countries, but it rarely seems to work

Bahrain's Gulf Air latest regional carrier to add Starlink for free on-board Wi-Fi

Airline's first Airbus A320 equipped with technology is scheduled to enter service in mid-2026

UAE trials pay-with-your-palm biometric technology

The initiative will provide secure transactions without the need for physical cards or devices

Dubai a pivotal point in Rory McIlroy fan Zubair Firdaus's golf journey from amateur to professional

Bahrain-based Malaysian golfer, who picked up the game in UAE, prepares for final outing before turning pro with hopes of making his mark on DP World Tour

Syria needs $100bn in investment to rebuild tourism sector, minister says

Country forecast to attract five million visitors this year, up from about four million in 2025

Middle East flight disruption continues amid US-Iran tensions

Airlines are suspending or rescheduling routes as a precautionary measure

Minnesota, Martin Luther King and the ongoing fight for civil rights in America

Ordinary men and women are defending immigrants and challenging indiscriminate violence by law enforcement. In other words, doing what Dr King would be doing

Nipah movie doctor's warning for health workers after outbreak of killer virus

Authorities step up contact-tracing to contain outbreak

Al Habtoor Group to cease operations in Lebanon and fire all employees

Decision comes after UAE conglomerate said it would take legal action over its investment dispute in the country

Emirates airline to hire 20,000 more staff by 2030, deputy president says

Carrier does not see any impact on travel demand so far as US-Iran tension simmers

Jerome Powell confident of Federal Reserve independence despite legal battles

US Fed chairman says current Supreme Court case involving embattled governor is most important in central bank's history

'No one knows' who would replace Ayatollah if Iran regime falls, Rubio says

US Secretary of State says President Donald Trump reserves 'pre-emptive defensive option' against Tehran

Europe inches towards IRGC ban amid uncertainty over Donald Trump's next move

Closed-door discussions described as 'highly sensitive and political'

Donald Trump warns Iran of 'far worse' attack if it does not make deal

Washington open to diplomacy, Iran says it will respond ‘like never before’ if Trump orders attack

Gulfood 2026: Eight food trends on show, from protein-fibre snacks to healthy mushrooms

Plus, yerba mate is the new matcha, while AI can decide for you what to order or cook

Xposure International Photography Festival 2026: What to see and do

More than 3,200 works on display as annual event returns to Sharjah

Israel's last Gaza hostage buried as Netanyahu attends funeral

Ran Gvili, 24, was a police officer who was killed during the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks

Open Masters Games: Abu Dhabi to host Middle East’s largest inclusive sporting event next week

Games will be held across 20 venues in Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafra

‘What ceasefire?’: Kobani residents face siege and shortages as flimsy Syria truce holds

Mainly Kurdish city struggling with lack of water, power, fuel and food as clashes continue on its outskirts

Dubai to host 114 elite police teams competing in the biggest ever UAE Swat Challenge

Prizes totalling Dh950,000 up for grabs at next month's event

Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence agency

Tehran has blamed the US and Israel for inciting violence in recent nationwide protests

TikTok food videos are shaping young people’s eating habits, study shows

Enjoyable content, rather than traditional nutritional advice, encourages social media users aged 18 to 34 to try new dishes and restaurants

What the Maga world order means for Asia's middle powers

The US National Security Strategy released last year is coming to fruition, and Asian leaders will have a challenge navigating it

Preparing for Ramadan: How to avoid headaches, poor sleep and caffeine withdrawal symptoms

Changes to eating and sleeping routines can affect energy levels, mood and concentration. Here's how to make the transition easier

My Own Home: Canadian couple say Dh750,000 Dubai apartment in prime location is 'forever investment'

Victoria Brouillet lives in Green Community West with husband Marcel and two dogs

Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow

Visit to discuss 'bilateral ties' comes with Bashar Al Assad still exiled in Russia

Saudi Arabia will not allow airspace to be used for attack on Iran, Crown Prince says

Tehran holds flurry of calls with Gulf countries as Trump says 'beautiful armada' has been sent

Napoli v Chelsea: Antonio Conte in danger of another miserable chapter in Champions League

Italian coach faces former club knowing he must beat English side to avoid embarrassing exit

From flashy covers to graphic novels: How Cairo's Diwan Publishing is bringing Naguib Mahfouz to new readers

Reworking of award-winning Egyptian writer's catalogue stirs debate while attracting young generation

Why we can't ignore the Nipah virus

Our collective awareness about global health threats is not all that it could be

Big Tech earnings set to test AI spending concerns

Apple, Meta, Microsoft and Tesla set to kick off earnings season

France accused of discrimination against Gazan artists waiting for evacuation

Palestinians who won scholarships tell of 'anguish, fear, and worry' as they wait

Aptamil baby formula recalled in UAE over safety fears

Product intended for infant consumption from birth to six months

Syrian military tightens grip around Kurdish forces despite ceasefire

Supply route from Iraq cut off as government seeks to isolate remaining SDF-held pockets, sources say

Obesity can be as damaging as cancer for children, doctors warn Dubai summit

Tackling obesity can help patients 'gain life' and curb hundreds of associated health problems

Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr cut gap to Al Hilal in Saudi Pro League title race

Own goal gives Riyadh side a narrow win over Al Taawoun as they move within five points of leaders

UK police to use chatbots as first line in crime fighting

AI move is part of biggest shake-up in policing for a generation

Trump says Iran 'wants to make a deal' as US warships arrive in the region

Washington puts diplomacy on the table for Tehran as tensions rise over military escalation

Why gold can hit $7,000 and silver is now the 'Trump of all trades'

Jefferies projects gold to reach $6,600, while Goldman Sachs expects it to reach $5,400

Three killed as boat carrying French tourists capsizes in Oman

Incident took place in the Muttrah province with two others injured

Whoop ban: Aryna Sabalenka urges Australian Open to relax rules on fitness trackers

Several top players have been asked to remove wearable devices at this year's tournament

Billie Eilish, Katy Perry and more speak out against ICE as Minnesota grapples with shootings

Outrage from entertainment world grows after two protesters were killed, fuelling demonstrations and sharpening political tension over Trump's immigration policy

India and EU finalise ⁠'mother of all trade deals'

Agreement represents 25% of global GDP and one third of global trade, PM Modi says

Next stop Bahrain for ‘Captain America’ Patrick Reed’s global tour

Dubai Desert Classic champion is wavering on new LIV Golf deal but is loving travelling the world after playing in 17 different countries in 2025

Marcus Rashford making his mark at Barcelona but will need wage cut to make move permanent

On loan Manchester United attacker's Old Trafford contract makes him one of best-paid players in world

Gold always glitters but stability is priceless

Governments and central banks must build institutional and economic calm, even at times of heightened global nervousness

Children to pitch business ideas at Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival

Competition aims to build new skills in youngsters in low-pressure setting

Trump says US will not help Iraq if it elects Nouri Al Maliki as prime minister

Without American support, Iraq has 'zero' chance of success, he wrote

US forces to conduct 'readiness exercise' in Middle East amid tension with Iran

Central Command says drill will focus on demonstrating 'ability to deploy, disperse and sustain combat airpower' in region

President Sheikh Mohamed meets President of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi

Two leaders focus on economy and trade in meeting

School supplies boost Gaza aid as Palestinians wait for Rafah crossing to open

Health officials say 20,000 patients hoping to travel abroad for treatment

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announces Dh100bn DIFC expansion project

Zabeel District set to accommodate 125,000 professionals

UAE is trusted energy supplier to India amid surging growth, says Dr Sultan Al Jaber

India is currently Adnoc’s number one market for liquified natural gas

Dollar slumps as Trump claims it's 'doing great'

US President also suggests he could manipulate the greenback 'like a yo-yo'

State Street to hire 300 people for new operating centre in Al Ain

US investment manager has signed agreement with Abu Dhabi Investment Office

President Sheikh Mohamed meets Masdar delegation in Abu Dhabi

UAE leader hosts 20th anniversary meeting

Court eases gagging order on suspected Israeli smuggling ring in Gaza

Case made public days after The National revealed multimillion-dollar payments for delivery of 'dual-use' items

Senior US senator proposes 'Save the Kurds' bill seeking new Syria sanctions

Lindsey Graham previously said he might push for new Caesar Act sanctions 'on steroids'

World Bank approves $350m to help Lebanon support poor and vulnerable

Financing also aims to support digital transformation

Judge allows judicial review of Palestine Action ban in Scotland

Ban began in July following then-home secretary Yvette Cooper’s decision to proscribe activist group under terrorism laws

Baftas 2026 full nominees list: The Voice of Hind Rajab and It was Just an Accident score nods

One Battle After Another lands 14 recognitions at UK's most prestigious film award

Street made of gold to be built at new Dubai shopping destination

Dubai Gold District to host more than 1,000 retailers

Countries step up disaster planning to shield themselves from 'future shocks'

Rapid urbanisation and population shifts amplify impact of severe weather, says risk expert

UK government urged to get tougher to meet ICJ orders on Gaza

A UK charity calls for stronger measures against Israel in line with the court's provisional measures from 2024

Israel put exhumed bodies on Gaza street during 'strange and frightening' search for last hostage

Tanks and shelling spark fear among Palestinians during three-day military operation at cemetery

Best photos of January 27: from India-EU trade deal to heatwave in Melbourne

The National picks the most striking images from around the world

How demand for AI skills is transforming job requirements

Ability in natural language processing, machine learning and generative AI increasingly important, research shows

Georges Hobeika, Rahul Mishra and Schiaparelli kick off Paris Couture Week 2026

Love, nature and a cheeky sense of theatre areon the menu

Donald Trump uses contradictions the way other leaders use consistency

It is unnerving, to be sure, but is it effective?

US counter-terrorism chief in Iraq to support ISIS prisoner transfer

Detainees are being moved from prisons in north-east Syria due to shifting dynamics on the ground

Pakistan have limited options as they weigh 2026 T20 World Cup participation

Board chairman Naqvi says government will take final decision in a week

Abu Dhabi's Mubadala leads $170m funding round for Property Finder

Investment drew in Beco Capital and another UAE wealth fund

Three killed in Israeli strikes as Lebanon protests to UN over ceasefire breaches

Despite 2024 truce, daily Israeli attacks have killed civilians and prevented thousands from returning home

Azerbaijan arrests three men for 'planning terrorist attack on embassy'

Security forces accuse suspects of conspiring with members of ISIS-K

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen’s Indian style turns heads in New Delhi

President of the European Commission looks to local designers and weavers during four-day visit

French MPs back social media ban for under-15s

Move is latest government push to shield young people from toxic content

Abu Dhabi University makes grade to reach top 100 for business studies in global rankings

University is placed above leading institutions in the US, UK and China

Manus on Markets: Surging gold fuels a blockbuster rally as dollar wobbles

European far right’s turning on Trump shows the limits of Maga’s global ambitions

Many in the continent put off by the US President’s recent pressure plays

Manchester City-branded homes unveiled in Abu Dhabi

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana will span 1.67 million square metres on the Yas Canal waterfront

By ending its partnership with Syria's Kurds, the West risks reviving the ISIS crisis

The haste with which the US and others have ended their military support to the SDF could destabilise the region

Iraqi parliament to convene to elect new president amid deep divisions

Once elected, leader will have 15 days to order the largest parliamentary bloc to form cabinet

Why children understand Wicked better than adults think

From schoolyard to stage, story of Glinda and Elphaba taps into a sense of injustice children recognise immediately

Fairmont Mumbai review: Where luxury meets longevity-focused wellness

The city hotel is home to Blu Xone, India's first spa suite that focuses on age-defying and prolonging treatments

UAE's Zayed Sustainability Prize opens submissions for $7.2 million award fund

Annual award highlights global efforts to protect the environment

Conspiracy theorists envisioned a federal takeover of America … just not like this

America has a long history of inflicting violence on its citizens during times of major social upheaval

Only UN Security Council has legal authority on war and peace, Guterres says

US President Donald Trump has suggested Gaza's Board of Peace could eventually replace United Nations

Saudi Arabia says ties with UAE 'critically important' for region

Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan says developments in Yemen allow for relationship to 'continue strong'

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid visits day one of Gulfood

Global food exhibition features 8,500 exhibitors from 195 countries

Abdalla Hamdok tours Europe to support Sudan peace process

Exiled leader has described US-led roadmap as 'light at the end of the tunnel'

US government to invest $1.6bn in mining company

Latest move comes as US seeks to reduce dependence on Chinese imports

India Republic Day: Delhi's ‘dynamic’ ties with UAE's 4.3 million Indians celebrated

Shared history and vibrant future with the UAE is key with new milestones charted out

EGA signs deal to build first US aluminium plant in almost five decades

Deal provides company with 60% control of venture, while US partner Century Aluminium owns the rest

Keir Starmer's China trip allows UK leader to leave leadership turmoil behind

Downing St confirms first Beijing visit in eight years as Manchester mayor guns for PM's job

Turkey raids armed 'flatbread mafia' threatening rival bakers

Alleged ringleader and 17 other suspects arrested in port city of Mersin

Houthi TV station presence in London to be raised with UK Security Minister

Investigation by The National revealed Al Masirah TV has been registered as a company in the UK

Inside the UAE-India strategic defence push

Defence letter of intent shows how the countries are strengthening ties, as regional alliances and security priorities evolve

Palestinian non-profit among Zayed Award for Human Fraternity winners

Taawon is the third winner of the award’s seventh edition in 2026

TikTok disruption reported days after deal finalised for new US-owned version of platform

Users report problems logging in and uploading videos

Abu Dhabi's XRG raises stake in Rio Grande LNG project in Texas

Investment builds on 11.7% stake taken in project’s first three trains in September last year

UAE says it won't allow its airspace or territory to be used in any attack on Iran

Arrival of American warships in the region renews fears of military escalation with Tehran

Israel says remains of last Gaza hostage have been found

Burial of Ran Gvili could open door to opening of Rafah crossing

Future will be electric with one foot still on the gas, says Porsche regional CEO

Transition slower than many in the industry predicted, Manfred Braunl tells The National

Netflix's first Arabic original sequel is Top 10 hit in 21 countries

From the Ashes: The Pit, inspired by real events, follows the success of the 2024 Saudi thriller

How Adnoc Distribution is scaling profits and sustainability

Company has reduced unit costs by 30 per cent through automation

UAE-Kuwait week to honour historic bonds of friendship between nations

Fireworks displays, aerial shows, concerts and forums to celebrate decades-long alliance

Kangaroo chaos: Jay Vine overcomes clash to win Tour Down Under for UAE Team Emirates

Australian secures victory on home turf after dramatic few days of crashes and intense heat

Belgium bans weapons transfers to Israel

Foreign Minister Prevot wants guarantees of humanitarian aid deliveries into Gaza

Al Habtoor Group to take legal action over Lebanon investment dispute

UAE conglomerate claims it has suffered losses of more than $1.7 billion in the country

Australian Open: Madison Keys proud of title defence despite exit to Jessica Pegula

Jannik Sinner safely through to quarter-finals of men's draw at Melbourne Park

The women using sport to redefine possibility

Fatima Al Bluoshi and Jessica Smith explain how sport became a way to challenge assumptions about disability, achievement and belonging

‘I don’t want pity’: Palestinian comedian Alaa Abu Diab on humour, craft and survival

Ahead of two sold-out shows in Dubai, the Jerusalem-born performer reflects on responsibility, identity and the pressure of being seen clearly

US oil companies boost Libya investment despite troubled past

Chevron is returning after a 15-year hiatus as new opportunities emerge

Fifteen killed and hundreds rescued after ferry capsizes in the Philippines

Search and rescue teams scour the area for dozens still missing

Arsenal v Man United player ratings: Zubimendi 5, Saka 7; Maguire 9, Mbuemo 8

Premier League leaders fall to 3-2 defeat at home as Carrick secures second big win in as many weeks as United interim manager

Is the clock turning back on national sovereignty over natural resources?

Venezuela’s oil sales are under US supervision and the Trump administration is threatening Iran, but advantage by coercion is not the answer

Stand-up as something more: Comedy, responsibility and Alaa Abu Diab

Ahead of two sold-out shows in Dubai, the Palestinian comedian reflects on his global rise

Al Shara can win the war with Syria's Kurds, but he needs to win the peace

The extension of the ceasefire between Damascus and the SDF is a chance to reach a negotiated settlement

Israel to reopen Gaza's Rafah crossing only when search for last hostage body ends

Decision announced by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office criticised by far-right ministers

Why the narrative of the clean energy transition needs to change

A serious strategy abandons moral grandstanding, stops confusing aspirations with outcomes, and places engineers – not slogans – at the centre of climate policy

Eighteen killed and hundreds rescued after ferry capsizes in the Philippines

Search and rescue teams scour the area for dozens still missing

Italian President to make state visit to UAE on Tuesday

Sergio Mattarella to hold talks with President Sheikh Mohamed in the Emirates

End of an era: Veronique Nichanian presents her final Hermes menswear collection

Designer bows out after nearly four decades at the helm

UAE hit by hail, rain and high winds as winter weather alert issued

Flurry of hail in Ras Al Khaimah comes as temperatures drop

Manchester City branded homes unveiled in Abu Dhabi

Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana will span 1.67 million square metres on the Yas Canal waterfront

Dubai’s Sobha unveils Dh50bn project as senior executive says property prices will grow

Developer has no immediate plans for an IPO, Francis Alfred says

‘Can an employer reduce medical insurance benefits for staff in the UAE?’

Quality medical insurance is one of the top-rated benefits for staff in Dubai

Jerome Powell criminal inquiry looms over Federal Reserve decision

US central bank expected to hit pause on cutting interest rates

'Doing this for my home': Alex Astridge relishing chance to make history for UAE at Winter Olympics

Dubai skier and teammate Piera Hudson will be nation's first ever representatives at the Games in Milan-Cortina next month

Syria signs deal to buy natural gas from Jordan

Fuel will be used to generate electricity at Syrian power stations

Egypt's affection for Trump is essential to its national security strategy

Cairo is in an increasingly volatile neighbourhood, and bringing down the temperature depends in many ways on help from the White House

Qatar to provide more than $430m in support for cash-strapped Lebanon

Funding announced as senior official holds talks with Lebanese leaders in Beirut

President Sheikh Mohamed attends military cadet graduation ceremony in Al Ain

UAE leader congratulates first batch of university candidates at Zayed II Military College

Italy demands EU ban on IRGC over 'heinous acts’

Italian government's U-turn significant for EU listing that requires unanimous approval

Gold exceeds $5,000 amid weaker US dollar and geopolitical tension

US pressure on Iran helps drive bullion to record highs as investors seek safe havens

WWE's Chelsea Green on freedom, female friendship and why wrestling has changed for good

Two-time US champion on why it's a great time to be a woman wrestler

View from Tehran: Internet shutdown deepens economic pain as uncertainty drags on

Online businesses – a vital hustle for many Iranians – have taken a severe hit

Has Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed the location of Disneyland Abu Dhabi?

Exact Yas Island location has yet to be officially announced, but the company chief has posted about 'walking the site' of the coming park

Qatar hosts GCC-US joint security exercise

Drills aim to boost readiness, improve operational co-ordination and test the effectiveness of response plans across several security domains

UK and European allies to sign North Sea offshore wind deal at Hamburg summit

Ed Miliband says agreement will help boost British energy security

India on alert as virus outbreak leads to airport health screenings

UAE doctors urge traveller awareness of Nipah virus symptoms, but infections rare

Trump sounds conciliatory tone for Minnesota as his approval rating slumps on immigration

A new poll found that 58 per cent of Americans think his immigration crackdown has gone too far

Rubio tells Al Sudani that Baghdad government controlled by Iran cannot 'put Iraqi interests first'

US Secretary of State commends Baghdad over transfer of ISIS detainees from Syria

Stargate UAE data centre to cost more than $30bn, AI minister says

The Emirates is keen to help other countries with the sovereign AI needs, Omar Al Olama says

Employee well-being is a competitive advantage, not a compromise

The Gulf is uniquely positioned to advance a future of work in which well-being is not a perk but a foundational principle of organisational design

UFC 324: Justin Gaethje has too much for game Paddy Pimblett

American claims deserved points verdict after slugfest in Las Vegas

Patrick Reed breaks his UAE duck with Dubai Desert Classic title

American wins tournament after finishing four-strokes ahead of second-placed Andy Sullivan

What happens if Pakistan withdraw from 2026 T20 World Cup?

Bangladesh removed from tournament roster on Saturday

Whoop wearables founder defends Carlos Alcaraz amid device controversy at Australian Open

Spaniard was asked to remove fitness data tracker before match against American Tommy Paul

Dubai expands neighbourhood development plan to help build community spirit

Hewi scheme calls for more communal spaces in residential areas to strengthen societal bonds

'Heartbroken and angry': Family of Alex Pretti issues statement after fatal shooting by ICE agent

US President Donald Trump accuses demonstrators of 'fraud' and 'insurrection'

President Sheikh Mohamed meets Russian presidential envoy in Abu Dhabi

Key peace talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US praised in discussions between Sheikh Mohamed and Kirill Dmitriev

Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz glides into last eight as new serve becomes 'important weapon' in armoury

Spanish top seed will now take on home hope Alex de Minaur for semi-final spot in Melbourne

An insider’s guide to Cairo’s art scene: Five locations to know

From state museums to gallery districts, this is where to go in the Egyptian capital

US officials in Israel to discuss next steps in demilitarising Gaza

US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid visits Quoz Arts Fest at Alserkal Avenue

The 14th fair features a large-scale immersive piece titled Tape Dubai and the return of Reel Palestine

Saudi Arabia postpones 2029 Asian Winter Games at Neom

Kingdom unable to deliver event on time with no new dates put forward

Ramadan 2026: Capsule collections from Dolce & Gabbana and Dior to homegrown brands

Holy Month is now part of global fashion calendar, and these designs reflect deep cultural understanding

Ceasefire between Syrian army and Kurdish-led forces extended for 15 days

A previously agreed-upon truce had expired on Saturday

Airlines suspend Middle East flights amid US-Iran tensions

Carriers are avoiding airspace above possible conflict zones

My Dubai Rent: Creative director shares his Dh85,000-a-year townhouse with three cats

English native David Spours lives in three-bedroom house in Damac Hills 2

New 1.5km bridge linking Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Harbour to open this year

Scheme costing Dh431m built to cut travel times between main road and waterfront

IHC anchors growth in India and considers Europe despite Trump's EU criticisms

Chief executive Syed Basar Shueb says Asian giant will lead Abu Dhabi company's next phase of growth

Mercy director: ‘AI is learning from us at our worst – we must show it our best’

Timur Bekmambetov made his latest film as an act of optimism in an uncertain future – and his next movies will be made in the UAE

Abu Dhabi and Dubai hit by rain with more winter showers and fog to come

It was a soggy start to Sunday across the Emirates as colder winter weather takes hold

US nurse shot dead by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis

The Department of Homeland Security said the Border Patrol ‌agent fired in self-defence

Dr Sultan Al Jaber tops ICIS 2026 global chemicals leaders list

The energy leader is the executive chairman of XRG, which aims to become a top three global chemicals provider

Jordan's King Abdullah orders structural changes to the military

The kingdom, whose army numbers 100,000, has a defence pact with the US

Israeli strikes kill two in southern Lebanon

Israeli military says it was targeting Hezbollah

What to see and do at Sikka Art and Design Festival 2026

The Dubai art festival runs until February 1

Gold hits another high as Wall Street keeps tabs on Greenland drama and Fed move

Bets for a rate cut in March are now at just 16%, sharply down from 50% at the start of 2026

President Sheikh Mohamed says education is fundamental pillar of UAE's vision

Leader made comments to mark International Day of Education

Turkey says Syria-SDF ceasefire may be extended as ISIS detainee transfers raise fears of breakout

Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan raises security risks as US begins moving thousands of ISIS prisoners from Syria to Iraq

Air France and KLM join airlines suspending Middle East flights amid US-Iran tensions

Carriers are avoiding airspace above possible conflict zones

Emirates cancels US flights due to Storm Fern

Airline posts notice of cancellations on website

Any new US strike on Iran means ‘all-out war’, senior Iranian official warns

US President has said 'armada' was on its way to the Middle East

Could stem cell treatments bring about MS breakthrough?

UAE recently used stem cell therapy for disease for first time

Zelenskyy says it's too early to draw conclusions as US-Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi continue

Talks are first trilateral meeting since beginning of war

Will UAE salaries increase in 2026?

Companies not expected to raise wages across the board but to do so selectively for critical roles and high performers

Author Tim Mackintosh-Smith explains how to travel like Ibn Battuta

Faith, chance and close observation mattered more to the 14th-century traveller than maps or ambition

Egypt led Middle East growth in attracting international tourists in 2025

Study by UN Tourism finds Middle East beat other regions with highest growth in foreign visitors since 2019

Iran seeks to rebuild military forces, Pentagon says

US National Defence Strategy also says Nato allies have been taking a 'free ride' and blasts the international order as an 'abstraction'

Gaza's UNRWA staff in shock after pay cuts and layoffs

Decision by cash-strapped UN agency for Palestinian refugees affects hundreds in war-torn enclave

'We’ve had enough': Syrians brace for war as Kurdish ceasefire expires

Tanks roll towards Hasakah front line with Syrian government and SDF militia in a tense stand-off

Scotland replace Bangladesh at 2026 T20 World Cup, Pakistan to take call on participation

Tigers refuse to travel to India for showpiece event that begins on February 7

Patrick Reed within touching distance of Dubai Desert Classic glory

Reed looking to become fourth American to win tournament

Nouri Al Maliki nominated to form next Iraq government as prime minister

Former leader is blamed by many for the country’s deepening sectarian politics and corruption, which he denies

Egypt's El Sisi warns forced removal of Palestinians from Gaza would lead to migrant influx in Europe

Egyptian leader urges full implementation of ceasefire between Hamas and Israel

Libya to sign $20bn deal with US and French companies to boost oil output

The country plans to add 850,000 barrels per day with the new investment

Woman loses Dh10,000 in fake domestic worker job scam

Fake recruitment agency cut off contact as soon as full amount was transferred

Naomi Osaka says pulling out of Australian Open 'breaks my heart'

Japanese star had been playing in Melbourne despite injury and was forced to withdraw ahead of third round

Omar Marmoush ⁠and Antoine Semenyo end Manchester City's victory drought

Pep Guardiola's team defeat Wolves for first league win in nearly a month

US-Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi conclude

Trilateral meeting held over two days with officials from Moscow and Kyiv holding direct talks

Why May elections could be curtains for Keir, Kemi – or both

Voters are unhappy and increasing numbers of them may not vote at all

Will Cuba be the next target in Donald Trump's revamp of the Western Hemisphere?

Havana has been accused of engaging in subversive action across Latin America, and being a prime conduit for Russian and Chinese influence

Contracts, visas and renewals – why time feels different in the UAE

You learn to think in chapters rather than decades, from your job to your apartment, or even the version of the life you’re living

Can London convince the world it's a safe place to go shopping?

Whatever the crime statistics say, social media is flooded with content portraying the West End as lawless

Hands-on holidays: How 'skillcations' are changing the way we travel

From glassblowing in Vienna to weaving, sketching and cooking across continents, travellers are trading souvenirs for experiences – and returning home richer for it

US imposes sanctions on Iranian 'shadow fleet' amid Tehran's protest crackdown

Rights group says verified death toll has passed 5,000 while thousands more cases are being reviewed

From city to desert to mountain at 200kph: On board an Etihad Rail passenger train

The National takes a memorable trip on one of the services that will soon be up and running across the UAE

How emerging economies are changing the AI race

Such countries once leveraged their young populations, competitive labour costs and natural resources. Digital technology is changing that calculus

Five trends shaping Arabic music in 2026, according to Spotify's head of music

From genre-bending collaborations to renewed confidence in local identity, Mark Abou Jaoude outlines the developments he believes will define the region’s sound in the year ahead

Timeframe: When BTS performed in Abu Dhabi in 2016 before finding global fame

A decade before announcing their largest world tour, budding K-pop stars were in the UAE capital

The case against banning under-16s from social media

First it was Australia. Next it could be the UK. But is prohibition the best way to prepare youngsters for platforms that will be a fixture of their adult lives?

A loss of land and a sense of betrayal: How Syria’s Kurds saw their autonomy unravel

A week of government offensives represents a turning point for the Kurdish population in the region. Where do they go from here?

Iraqi Prime Minister confronts France's Macron over taking back ISIS prisoners

Europeans formerly held by Kurdish forces in Syria are being transferred to Iraq

Rory McIlroy retains Dubai Desert Classic hope despite struggles

Northern Irishman tied-20, on 2-under par, seven shots behind leader Patrick Reed

Keir Starmer condemns Donald Trump's Afghanistan remarks as 'appalling'

Nato forces were deployed to the country after 9/11

Sheikh Abdullah welcomes start of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi

US-brokered trilateral meeting seen as crucial step in ending years-long war

Powering up: Why UAE's Taqa is ready for the AI energy boom

Farid Al Awlaqi says sustainability and artificial intelligence can work hand in hand

'A year of rebuilding': Sri Lanka's central bank chief calls for UAE investment in recovery effort

On Dubai visit, senior officials say country is turning around fortunes after facing economic collapse and a devastating cyclone

Pedestrian and cyclist-friendly action plan boosts connectivity in Dubai's Al Quoz Creative Zone

New footbridge − complete with mural − opens under major strategy to reduce reliance on cars

Lawyer sees Shamima Begum returning to UK after Syrian leaders take over camp

Damascus authorities likely to seek repatriation agreement for wives and children of detained foreign ISIS fighters

Heathrow lifts 100ml liquid limit and lets passengers keep laptops in bags

Airport completes £1bn launch of new security scanning technology

UN to vote on Iran human rights inquiry after protest crackdown

Human Rights Council holds special session after thousands killed in wave of unrest

What Art Cairo 2026 says about Middle East's art scene

From rare abstract work to the fair’s role in connecting regional galleries, a look at what stood out this year

'No Palestinians involved': What Gazans think of Trump's glitzy makeover plan

Palestinians doubt US intentions but cling to hope that $30 billion reconstruction plan will restore dignified life

Territorial talks on the table at UAE meeting between Ukraine and Russia

Donbas debate at centre of US-mediated negotiations between warring sides

Paris Men's Fashion Week highlights: Louis Vuitton by Pharrell Williams, Louboutins by Jaden Smith

An aura of fun and joy is emerging in the French capital

Inside Syria’s 'Mad Max' oilfield: Scorched wasteland hides Damascus's next big prize

After years under SDF control, the country’s largest energy site is back in government hands but rebuilding requires billions and several years

Australian Open: Abu Dhabi-bound Victoria Mboko leads teenage surge

Canadian joins Iva Jovic in fourth round, with world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka up next

Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam set for talks in Paris over security forces support

Lebanese army under pressure over Hezbollah disarmament despite Israeli incursions

British jets sent to Qatar as fears rise over Iran conflict

RAF Typhoons deploy amid 'regional tensions' as US aircraft carrier strike group approaches Gulf

Cafu says it expects improvements in slot availability amid customer feedback

Delayed booking slots and unavailability in some fuel types are key issues facing some users

Oil prices rebound on supply disruption worries after Trump ramps up threats against Iran

Concerns over US 'armada' fleet heading to the Middle East helps crude bounce back from 2% drop

What we know about the reopening of Rafah border crossing in Gaza

Head of Palestinian enclave's interim government Ali Shaath says crossing will open next week in both directions

Araghchi criticises ‘confused clown’ Zelenskyy over protest remarks as US moves warships towards Iran

Trump orders 'armada' to sail to region amid escalating tensions with Tehran

Nayim on 'that' goal v Arsenal, being a Muslim player in England and why Gazza was the 'best in the world'

Spanish legend talks to The National about playing at Tottenham, teaming up with Pep Guardiola at La Masia and more

Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026: Eala, Rybakina and how you can watch the world's best players

Tournament kicks off on January 31 at Zayed Sports City with the final on February 7

UN set to manage Al Hol and other ISIS-linked detention camps in Syria

US praises Iraq as it prepares to take in thousands of militants and put them on trial

What the SDF's retreat in Syria means for Turkey

Syrian Democratic Forces' withdrawal marks a turning point Ankara's push for PKK dissolution

Primate's Troy Kotsur wants roles not defined by disability: 'Times have changed'

Academy Award-winning Coda star's new horror film was improved by incorporating his deafness in subtle ways, he says

Why awards still matter in a turbulent world

The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity and others like it highlight important problems and amplify the voices of those trying to solve them

Premier League predictions: Arsenal bring Manchester United back down to earth after derby victory

We pick out the winners and losers from this weekend's English top-flight fixtures

China is leading the AI-plus intelligence economy

The world can draw valuable lessons from the country's extraordinary manufacturing leap

Singapore's SGX seeks Gulf business boost with FX Tech and commodities push

Owner of Singapore Exchange is also open to M&A options, says group president Michael Syn

Your salary guide for UAE jobs in 2026: 'Pay hikes expected to be selective'

Companies not expected to raise wages across the board but to do so selectively for critical roles and high performers

TikTok makes deal for US joint venture to avoid ban

Abu Dhabi-based MGX is one of the investors in the deal

What happens next after Syrian army offensive against the SDF?

Once a key US partner in Syria, the Kurdish-led group has been left without support and under pressure to concede

How early warning test could help tackle Alzheimer's 10 years before symptoms appear

Dubai doctor says screening of younger patients aims to find 'tiny things' that hint at bigger health issues

UFC 324 talking points: Love him or hate him, Paddy 'The Baddy' gets his moment against Gaethje

Interim lightweight belt on the line as Sean O'Malley-Song Yadong promoted to co-main event in Las Vegas

Nato pressed to ensure Ukraine goals take priority over Greenland ‘side show’

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer had warned it would be 'foolhardy' to end US alliance and abandon Kyiv

Recovering Gaza's dead threatens lives of workers lacking safety equipment

Retrieving remains from rubble exposes civil defence and volunteers to toxic gases and deadly bacteria

We must support the next generation of humanitarians

Millions of young people already volunteer worldwide, but they must be ready to meet the challenges ahead

UAE jobs: Your salary guide for 2026

Companies not expected to raise wages across the board but to do so selectively for critical roles and high performers

Parents in the UAE now have a legal obligation to monitor children’s digital usage, experts say

The country’s new child online safety law should ensure an age-appropriate digital landscape

Mohamed Salah praised as Liverpool edge closer to top-eight finish with win at Marseille

Egyptian forward has only just returned from Afcon but was part of the team that beat the French side 3-0

What is in Jared Kushner's 'New Gaza' proposal?

'There'll be amazing investment opportunities,' Trump's son-in-law tells World Economic Forum

Trump sues JPMorgan and Jamie Dimon for $5bn over debanking allegations

US bank says lawsuit has no merit and it 'does not close accounts for political or religious reasons'

No victors or losers in Syria's future, says UN envoy amid SDF ceasefire

Damascus has given Kurdish-led group four days to present plan for merging its remaining territories

Police say they will 'intervene decisively' at Iranian embassy protests in London

Four officers have been injured and a flag ripped down in current demonstrations

Greenland's Prime Minister says sovereignty a 'red line' and does not know what's in Trump 'deal with Nato'

Jens-Frederik Nielsen says he did not participate in Davos meeting between US President and Nato chief Mark Rutte

Key Gaza border crossing to reopen as Trump expands Board of Peace

Members upbeat but admit scale of challenge ahead

President Sheikh Mohamed meets Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid in Abu Dhabi

UAE leader and Dubai Ruler discuss country's development journey during talks

French parliament backs call for EU to list Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organisation

This is 'the beginning of the fight', said Les Republicains' leader Laurent Wauquiez

Sheikh Mohamed hails UAE as innovation hub on visit to Abu Dhabi's Umex

President inspects latest technologies in autonomous vehicles, AI and robotics at major exhibition

Elon Musk promises solar-powered satellites ... and casts doubt on aliens

In Davos appearance, Tesla and Space X chief talks AI, energy, autonomous vehicles – and optimism

French Navy seizes sanctioned Russian oil tanker in Mediterranean

Operation is the eighth western detention of vessels from Moscow's shadow fleet, aimed at damaging its financing of Ukraine war

Emirati ship carrying 4,000 tonnes of Gaza aid sets sail from Ras Al Khaimah

Saqr Humanitarian Ship will transport critical supplies to Al Arish Port in Egypt

Iraq opens three prisons for Syria’s ISIS detainees but wants EU to take its citizens back

Security officials tell The National the US move was driven by distrust of Syrian pro-government forces and fears of sympathisers

Police operator told Barron Trump to ‘stop being rude’ during emergency transatlantic call

US President's son said ‘close’ friend was 'getting beat up' in call to UK police, court told

Turkey willing to send forces to Gaza to assist with reconstruction and aid, says foreign minister Fidan

In exclusive interview in Davos, he warns US on wisdom of Iran intervention

Brooklyn Beckham’s family estrangement drama shines a spotlight on the growing practice of ‘no contact’

The boundary is put in place to limit or cut-off communication altogether

Securing Assad's nuclear sites top priority amid militia clashes, says UN watchdog chief

Rafael Grossi tells The National that not all remnants of abandoned nuclear project have been accounted for

Nearly half of Sudan's schoolchildren have lost 500 days of lessons, says charity

Closure of schools is among world's longest, Save the Children says

Gaza-set The Voice of Hind Rajab makes Oscars history with nomination

Director Kaouther Ben Hania is the first Arab woman to receive three Academy Award nominations

Iranian films earn three Oscar nominations, with Jafar Panahi picking up two

Documentary about the first councilwoman in a rural village in the country is also nominated

NBA and Abu Dhabi announce long-term deal and launch of Global Academy

More games and activities to take place in UAE capital

Ukrainian and Russian officials to discuss ending war at Abu Dhabi meeting

Summit with US figures comes as fourth anniversary of war approaches

Francesco Molinari leads all-star cast after opening round of Dubai Desert Classic

Italian leads by two strokes in unusually cool and breezy conditions at Emirates Golf Club

Celebrating Emirati culture at Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi

Heritage specialists discuss annual festival and historic site at the heart of the capital

Snow joke: Sheikh Hamdan shares image of Dubai winter wonderland amid cold snap

Crown Prince of Dubai posted photoshopped picture of the city blanketed in snow and warned of wintry weather to come

Cyprus-style deal for US airbases in Greenland could solve annexation row

Trump to be offered arrangement similar to Britain’s territorial agreement with Cyprus

It’s the end of ‘the West’ as we know it – but critics shouldn’t rejoice its swift collapse

Global civilisation will survive its decline, but it will also miss some of its strengths

Masdar and EUDC explore development of 24/7 renewable energy project in Uzbekistan

Project is designed to deliver up to 1 gigawatt of baseload power

China’s Xingfa to invest $2bn in Egypt’s phosphate projects

Investments will be made in Golden Triangle along Red Sea coast

Middle East Film and Comic Con 2026 announces first celebrity guest, ticket prices and more

Pop culture event will be held in Abu Dhabi from April 24 to 26

UAE's FNC proposes remote work and 98-day maternity leave for Emirati mothers

Federal National Council says flexible work plan for public sector staff supports family balance and national development

Shakira announced as headliner for Abu Dhabi music festival Offlimits 2026

Singer will bring her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour to the UAE in April, her fourth concert here

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid launches Dh12.8 billion Dubai Silicon Oasis expansion plan

Major strategy to create 70,000 jobs and boost emirate's gross domestic product by Dh103 billion by 2036

Abhishek Sharma is still the glue that holds India's T20 batting together

Opening batter top-scored yet again to set up win over New Zealand in series opener

UAE to continue hosting WEF Global Future Councils for another five years

New phase of strategic partnership with World Economic Forum was announced at annual meeting in Davos

Australian Open: Novak Djokovic eyes more history while Jannik Sinner stays on course for hat-trick

Veteran Serb and Italian champion secure straight-sets wins in Melbourne

'Respect the family, habibi': The Beckham family rift has exposed a cultural fault line between East and West

Are you Team Victoria or Team Brooklyn? It may depend on where you come from...

'A little less conversation, a little more action': UAE envoy points way forward for AI

Badr Jafar tells The National global co-ordination is needed and the Emirates can take charge

Kante, Mane or Benzema on a free? Saudi Pro League clubs face tough calls on contracts

Time ticking down on three-year deals handed to first wave of elite players lured to kingdom in 2023

In a fragmented world, strategic autonomy is the UAE's North Star

This policy is necessary for middle powers to navigate uncertainty without surrendering agency

Europeans say they can work with Trump's Board of Peace if it focuses on Gaza

Key concerns include invitation extended to Vladimir Putin

Al Hol camp left in limbo after SDF withdrawal sparks unrest

Residents say they have gone days without food and medicine, as Damascus and the SDF trade blame over security vacuum at ISIS-linked site

Dubai boxer left almost blind in one eye after misusing steroid eye drops

Doctors offer tips on how to maintain eye health during glaucoma awareness month

'World on fire' and 'wipe it off': Iran and US trade harshest threats

Warnings follow comments by Trump in which he called for a change of leadership in Iran

Davos 2026 live: Rafah crossing 'to open' after Trump launches Gaza Board of Peace in Davos

At least 10 world leaders have accepted US invitation to join the board

Jordan Rudess on what keeps metal band Dream Theater going after 40 years

The band will bring their three-hour concert spectacular to Dubai

Iraqi militias' influence persists despite setbacks, Elizabeth Tsurkov says

Russian-Israeli researcher who was held captive for more than two years in Iraq describes her ordeal

Trump says he will not impose Greenland tariffs as progress made towards 'deal'

Western capitals have been in a panic since Mr Trump's renewed threats to seize the island from Denmark

More than 3,000 people killed in Iran protests, according to state media

Observers fear the true toll may be much higher

Could Trump's Board of Peace undermine the UN Security Council?

US President says world body 'has never lived up to its potential'

Israel kills at least one in strikes on Lebanon

Lebanese army chiefs warn attacks 'hinder its efforts' to disarm Hezbollah

US military launches mission to transfer ISIS detainees in Syria to Iraq

About 150 fighters held at facility in Hasakah have been moved to 'secure location' in Iraq, Centcom says

US issues sanctions against 'Hamas-affiliated' non-profits

Washington accuses six Gaza-based organisations of working with group's armed wing

UNHCR chief warns 'warfare and communal violence are not way forward' in Syria

Barham Salih calls for international community to ensure stability as government forces and SDF clash

Picasso exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi explores his enduring fixation with the human figure

Featuring works from the Musee National Picasso–Paris, the show explores seven decades of his art and its influence on the world

Israeli attacks in Gaza kill 11 including three Palestinian journalists

Colleagues say the journalists were making a film for Egyptian committee overseeing relief work

Trump presses claim to Greenland but says 'no force' will be used

In a rambling speech that had many audience members leaving early, he attacks 'ungrateful' Denmark, says Hamas will disarm, and claims Iran was just two months from a nuclear bomb

Palestinians frozen out of Donald Trump's Board of Peace, officials say

Concerns raised in Davos amid calls for urgent improvements in temporary shelter for Gazans

ADIB posts 18% rise in full-year profit on strong financing and deposit growth

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank reports record earnings as customer activity accelerates and balance sheet expands

Egypt's phone import tax branded 'unfair' as grace period comes to an end

The 38.5 per cent tariff will boost local smartphone manufacturing and curb smuggling, say officials

ICC rejects Bangladesh's plea to move its 2026 T20 World Cup matches out of India

Time running out for Tigers as tournament begins on February 7

Arab films at Berlinale 2026 showcase life in notorious Syrian prison to crisis-hit Beirut

This year's Berlin International Film Festival features movies from across Mena

Rethinking Emmanuel Macron’s Davos sunglasses – and what he could have worn instead

With mirrored aviators screaming 1970s, here is our guide to the styles the French President could have tried instead

France's viral plan to take on Trump with pithy social media blitz

New X account French Response ditches diplomacy and takes aim at US President and acolytes... but can it hit the mark?

UAE launches $3 million global drive to protect dugongs and other threatened species

Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund and Mubadala step up efforts to safeguard endangered animals

Dalio fears Greenland dispute could cause global capital war

Billionaire investor tells The National there could be a shift away from the dollar

ICE's rampage is a visual representation of how Trump has sullied American politics

The US President and the movement he leads are responsible for the country's alarming state of affairs

GPS jamming and cybersecurity loom large at Davos

Technology vulnerabilities abound with stakes higher than ever, says SandboxAQ chief executive

Palestinian football pitch spared demolition by Israel demolition after appeal to Fifa

Pressure campaign appears to have saved popular pitch in Bethlehem's Aida refugee camp

Watch live: US President Donald Trump delivers Davos speech to 'friends' and 'enemies'

Trump wants 'great beautiful piece of ice' and doubles down on his desire to seize Greenland from Denmark

What’s left for Rory McIlroy after career slam? Olympics and Open at St Andrews top his wish list

World No 2 will be going for a fifth Dubai Desert Classic title this week, and a first since becoming Masters champion

Trump at Davos 2026: US President arrives in Zurich ahead of World Economic Forum speech

American leader looms large over annual summit, with Middle East adding to tension

Donald Trump's Board of Peace: Who has joined and who will lead it?

More than 10 world leaders have so far confirmed their acceptance

Floods in Tunisia leave at least four dead

Some regions received heaviest rainfall in 70 years

Syria’s former vice president Rifaat Al Assad dies, aged 88

He was the brother of late president Hafez Al Assad and uncle of deposed president Bashar Al Assad

Make it rain: UAE issues $1.5m cloud-seeding grants for projects to address water security

Funds will be distributed to scientists over three years as part of efforts to increase rainfall

Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz maintains push for career Grand Slam as Aryna Sabalenka sails into next round

Spanish and Belarusian top seeds both secure straight-sets wins at Melbourne Park

Emirates airline to develop 'multi-billion dirham' project that can house up to 12,000 cabin crew

Development at Dubai Investments Park will consist of 20 residential buildings

Apple's foldable iPhone rumours highlight rising smartphone costs in 2026

Manufacturers are realigning strategies to balance price pressures and product quality

Egypt's Sisi says Palestinian cause remains 'at the forefront' of Middle East priorities

President stresses need for commitment to phase two of ceasefire

UAE agrees to send another $5 million worth of aid to Sudan

Country continues its urgent humanitarian response and 'stands in solidarity' with people affected by civil war

Diplomatic rush over Syria intensifies to avert ceasefire collapse

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump discuss developments in country

Iran arrests 470 alleged 'key figures' behind unrest

Tehran has repeatedly accused the US and Israel of orchestrating violence and armed attacks during demonstrations

Linkin Park review: Band prove they are here to stay with a polished Abu Dhabi show

A confident set shows they have found their footing again

Trump's genius ploy was to find an unseen link between Chagos and Greenland

By taking on Starmer over Mauritius deal, the US is playing for keeps with Denmark

Bahrain's King Hamad accepts Trump's invitation to join Gaza Board of Peace

Kingdom's Foreign Ministry expresses 'hope' board will achieve its goals of supporting stability

Shamima Begum's citizenship challenge gains new twist with Syria upheaval

The collapse of Kurdish control in north-east Syria raises risks for Britons stripped of citizenship

Orange uniforms, empty cells and bullets: Inside Syria’s Shaddadi prison after the ISIS breakout

The National, one of the first media outlets to visit the empty facility, speaks to security personnel and local residents to reconstruct the escape

Which 2026 Fifa World Cup countries does Trump's travel ban impact?

Many countries face total or partial travel restrictions to the US

In Iran, something irreversible has already taken place

A national will is asserting itself in Iran and among the diaspora

Uncharted territory for Nato amid deepening transatlantic uncertainty

Former UK commander warns alliance faces risks from US unpredictability and Greenland tension

Trump at Davos 2026: US President to address World Economic Forum amid storm over Greenland

American leader looms large over annual summit, with Middle East adding to tension

Trump vs Cook: US Supreme Court set to hear historic Fed case

Jerome Powell to attend arguments on case that will test limits of Federal Reserve independence

Syria’s energy sector set to get a boost after Kurdish oilfield takeover

Repair of damaged infrastructure and security remain key to increasing production, analysts say

UAE Weather: Red alert issued as heavy fog falls over parts of the country

Abu Dhabi Police reduce speed limits to 80kph in some areas

Celebrating the written word in an age of content

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature and events like it champion the immersive power of reading

Inter Milan v Arsenal player ratings: Sommer 4, Akanji 5; Jesus 9, Zubimendi 8

Arsenal guaranteed a top-two finish in Uefa Champions League group phase after comfortable 3-1 win at San Siro

What do Iranians want – and how can they achieve it?

Despite discontent with Islamic Republic rule, Iranians see few clear alternatives

Digital remittances will unlock financial inclusion in the Middle East

For workers without a bank account, a digital remittance history can help in accessing credit and insurance products

SO/ Ras Al Khaimah review: Inside the new all-inclusive resort on Al Marjan Island

New opening marks the first time the SO/ brand has adopted an all-inclusive concept outside Europe

Europe and allies fight back against Trump's actions

Speeches attack US President's disruption and the 'shift towards a world without rules'

My Own Home: How Dubai family hit a hole in one with Victory Heights villa boasting lush golf course views

Lucy Gibson paid Dh11.6 million for her five-bedroom home

Mubadala's Waleed Al Muhairi on investing through global fragmentation

Deputy CEO talks about investing with conviction and why long-term capital matters more than ever

Warning after stolen Toyota Land Cruisers destined for UAE intercepted by Australian police

Dealers tell how online vehicle checks can protect unsuspecting second-hand buyers

Two days in Sejong City, South Korea’s purpose-built city of the future

Administrative hub is designed as a solution rather than a showpiece

Momentoes from Concorde's Bahrain-bound maiden flight donated to museum

Items from the iconic aircraft's first commercial voyage were collected by a passenger

US seizes seventh oil tanker off Venezuela

Washington works to take control of Caracas's ailing oil industry after capture of president Nicolas Maduro

Dow leads Wall Street rout as Trump's Greenland threat roils US equities

Yields on Treasuries surge and dollar index falls on renewed trade threats

'We are ready': Israel's UN envoy warns Iran against testing its defence capabilities

Danny Danon accuses Tehran of spending billions of dollars supporting militant groups in the Middle East while ignoring urgent domestic issues

Freed Evin prisoner demands ‘action now’ in hunger strike at US London embassy

Nasrin Roshan calls on Donald Trump to follow through on promises to protesters

Military attack on Iran could further destabilise Middle East, Qatar warns

Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman told the World Economic Forum that the focus should be on diplomacy

Qatar's QIA and Goldman Sachs target $25bn investment goal

Wall Street bank says it will 'meaningfully' expand its headcount in Qatar as part of agreement

Meta says wearables are central to AI superintelligence

Executives at Davos say the company’s investments are already delivering benefits for users

Israel demolishes UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem

Destruction of offices is the latest in a series of Israeli punitive measures against UN agency for Palestinian refugees

Sudan puts RSF commander and former PM on trial in anti-terrorism court

Gen Mohamed Dagalo and Abdalla Hamdok, tried in their absence, face charges including inciting war, breaching the constitution and war crimes

Pioneer Omniyat celebrates 20 years of architectural firsts that have helped shape Dubai

Developer says its architecture is less about buildings and more about experience-led living

Love is Blind Habibi season two: Release date, new hosts, all we know so far

Wissam Breidy and Rym Saidi will take over as hosts after the exit of Khaled Saqer and Elham Ali

Art Jameel founder receives cultural honour in France

Fady Jameel awarded rank of Chevalier in Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by French Ministry of Culture

A managed US-Iran conflict will pose a constant challenge for countries like Iraq

This approach could yield tactical gains, but its regional repercussions remain open-ended

Valentino and the Middle East: A fashion legacy that spans decades

From the largest exhibition hosted for the brand to the designer's deep links to Arab royals

UAE hailed as 'test bed' for future of transport in the skies and seas

Experts reveal extensive safety checks before lift-off of flying taxis

Why is Emmanuel Macron wearing mirrored sunglasses at World Economic Forum in Davos?

President of France sporting blue-tinted frames indoors is causing a stir

Musk polls X users on buying Ryanair as CEO feud erupts

World's richest man asked how much it would cost to buy the Irish budget airline run by Michael O'Leary

Gateway to the UAE: First glimpse at the Abu Dhabi railway station set to usher in a new era of travel

The National is granted access to Mohamed bin Zayed City station, nearing completion in capital

Revealed: Etihad Rail's first passenger routes to link Abu Dhabi city, Dubai and Fujairah

Frequent trains expected on the Abu Dhabi to Dubai corridor as anticipation for new rail service builds

Iraq hopes to calm US-Iran tensions with Baghdad meeting, Iraqi PM says

Iran has accused the US and Israel of fuelling instability, while Washington has condemned Iran's clampdown on protesters

President Sheikh Mohamed accepts US invitation to join Board of Peace

UAE says it will support implementation of US President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan

Iraq urged to do more to protect women after ugly incident in Basra

Video of woman being harassed on New Year's Eve prompts calls for clampdown on gender-based violence

Macron launches attack on Trump's 'world without rules'

French president says Greenland crisis is example of global order 'without governance'

Trump's Fed feud lands before the Supreme Court

Justices to hear arguments on President's attempt to oust a Fed governor that could reshape the central bank

Al Shara expected to pay Washington for abandoning Kurdish ally, Syrian sources say

Pro-government advance in resource-rich east followed a meeting between Syria and Israel

How an AI bot changed the way Mubadala invests

High-level bot goes beyond fact-checking to challenge board members on their actions

Australian Open: Defending champion Madison Keys overcomes nerves and first-set fright in Melbourne

American recovers from nightmare start Down Under while men's title holder Jannik Sinner is through after opponent retires

UAE partnership will help US win AI race, says Trump adviser

David Sacks hails Emirates as 'great partner' at World Economic Forum annual meeting

Bessent dismisses concerns Europe could dump US Treasuries in retaliation for Greenland takeover push

US Treasury Secretary says speculation about mass sell-off of American assets is ‘media hysteria’

How an AI bot called Maya changed the way Mubadala invests

High-level bot goes beyond fact-checking to challenge board members on their actions

Europe on cusp of 'mother of all deals' with India

Ursula von der Leyen tells Davos she wants to create a trading bloc of two billion people

How Dubai Police are cracking down on scams involving real company names – but fake jobs

National campaign is raising awareness of key tactics used by fraudsters to steal money and personal data

Anger as Lebanon appoints new customs chief facing Beirut blast investigation

While Gracia Azzi has not been convicted, decision has led to an outcry from relatives of victims and their supporters

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid praises UAE's soft power status

Emirates secures 10th place in Global Soft Power Index

Adnoc enters list of top 100 most valuable brands globally

It retained its position as the UAE’s most valuable brand for an eighth year

Somalia and Qatar deepen defence ties with new co-operation agreement

Defence ministers sign deal on sidelines of DIMDEX 2026 in Doha

Egyptian minister says Ethiopia should compensate Cairo for Nile water losses

Comments came after Donald Trump's offer to mediate the dispute

Abu Dhabi's G42 unveils new operating model to deploy AI sovereignty

Initiatives mean governments could have 'full control over their data, systems and policies'

War crimes committed in Sudan’s El Fasher after prolonged RSF siege, ICC says

ICC deputy prosecutor tells UN Security Council of evidence of executions, rape and mass graves in Darfur region

Europeans divided on Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza as US President threatens more tariffs

US President says he will add a 200 per cent tariff if France's President Macron refuses to join

Iran 'just getting started' on punishing arrested protesters

Those 'deceived' by foreign powers into demonstrating will be shown 'Islamic compassion' and leniency, says regime

Arab teams at Afcon: what lessons will Morocco, Egypt, Algeria and Tunisia take to the World Cup?

Morocco were a penalty kick away from winning it all, but all four teams need to improve ahead of global finals this summer

More than 100 ISIS fighters break out of prison after violent clashes, Syria confirms

Interior Ministry says 81 of 120 Shaddadi prisoners recaptured

Donald Trump rails against UK’s ‘stupid’ Chagos deal as defence for ‘acquiring’ Greenland

US president suggests Britain’s decision to cede the Chagos Islands to Mauritius is among the reasons he wants to take over Greenland

Human versus machine: Drone racing in Abu Dhabi pushes AI to its limits

Six autonomous teams and six world-class pilots compete in a live demonstration at Umex

Fate of dozens of Assad regime figures in Lebanon to top Damascus–Beirut talks

Syria has been pressing Lebanese authorities over presence of 200 former regime figures in the country

US warnings to Al Shara as Syrian troops enter Kurdish-held areas despite truce

Lindsey Graham's message comes as Syrian and American presidents hold phone call

UAE denies Yemeni governor's allegations of 'secret prisons' and weapons in Mukalla

Defence ministry said the claims were "false and misleading"

Why Trump's peace board reminds some Palestinians of old British Mandate

Scholars fear aim is not to resolve Gaza conflict but make it an international zone without Palestinian nationhood

'We lost a true maestro': Tributes paid to Italian fashion designer Valentino

'Undisputed master of style and elegance' transformed industry after co-founding eponymous luxury brand that bears his name

How the UN can survive the era of Donald Trump

The global body's success will depend on whether it can bring its ethos to bear on a world where pressure is the determining factor

Adnoc Distribution 'mobility stations' stand ready to serve driverless vehicles

Company also plans to open EV charging stations in Saudi Arabia, chief operating officer says

13 inspiring sessions you can still get tickets for at Emirates Airline Festival of Literature

From a murder mystery, comic creation and poetry reading to reflections on Palestinian identity, there's something for all interests

Houthi TV station's back door to London survives in shadows

Al Masirah set up in the UK capital a decade ago but its directors are in the Middle East

Afcon 2025 takeaways: Mane makes Senegal see sense, Brahim can come back stronger and Salah has work to do

A look back on an entertaining Africa Cup of Nations that had it all

Al Maliki not expected to return for third term as Iraqi prime minister

Analysts suspect Mohammed Shia Al Sudani nominating his rival might be strategy to secure his own second term as PM

Why Davos is the right place to guide the global tech conversation

Bringing together tech chiefs, business figures and political leaders is a step in the right direction

Middle East set to track steady global growth trend but risks remain, IMF says

While AI's rapid evolution adds to economic momentum, concentration of investments in tech presents downside risk

Latest menswear styles channel casual comfort as spotted at Zegna, Prada and Qasimi at Milan Fashion Week

Several collections seem to be reacting to an unstable world by doubling down on warmth and familiarity

'CEOs must improve skills like everyone else': PwC charts sluggish push towards AI

Just one in eight global chief executives say AI has delivered financial benefits so far – but some of them may be the problem

Scott Bessent at Davos: 'America First doesn't mean America alone'

Treasury Secretary insists US is experiencing 'new decade of prosperity'

For Trump, Greenland is more than a land grab – it’s a necessity

The US President has had enough waiting for Europe to wake up to Russia's advances in the Arctic region

UAE to launch AI-driven foreign trade platform in boost to global impact

Agreement was signed with the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Abu Dhabi AI company Presight

Two babies dead and dozens in hospital after disaster at West Jerusalem nursery

Authorities have yet to reveal what caused the deaths, having initially ruled out hazardous materials

Marc Guehi joins Manchester City for £20m from Crystal Palace

England defender, who had just six months remaining on his contract, makes move to the Etihad Stadium

Discovery Gardens residents call for cut in ‘unfair’ Dh945 monthly fees for parking second car

Most residents appeal for reduction, while others relieved parking spaces now readily available

French aid shipment departs for Gaza aimed at undernourished babies

Almost all families in devastated enclave are dependent on food aid

Dubai restaurant Middle Child takes home One to Watch Award at Mena's 50 Best Restaurants

Three-in-one venue is brainchild of former Google executive Lynn Hazim

Afghan women's rights advocate among Zayed Award for Human Fraternity winners

Historic peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan also recognised in annual $1 million prize

Israel launches major Hebron operation as West Bank suffers violent new year

Residents report large troop presence, detentions and restricted movement as Israeli military says raid expected to last 'several days'

Crops need the right conditions to grow – so does food security

New technologies need a robust and supportive ecosystem to evolve into real-world solutions

Australian Open: Daniil Medvedev ends dismal Grand Slam run as Novak Djokovic reaches century of wins

Russian avoids fourth successive first-round exit at majors while Serbian great reaches yet another landmark

A year into his return, Donald Trump has changed the Middle East – but he is only getting started

One can also see some elements of continuity

Trump’s second term pairs aggressive foreign policy with peace-making

Bold moves abroad have defined US President’s return to office

President Sheikh Mohamed arrives in India to begin working visit

Sheikh Mohamed was welcomed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Iraq's Moqtada Al Sadr calls for security to be strengthened on Syrian border to deter ISIS resurgence

Shiite cleric and former militia leader says threat should be taken seriously

Algeria's state oil company ordered to pay $290m to British energy firm

London-based Sunny Hill Energy had sued Sonatrach after accusing it of seizing its interest in Ain Tsila gasfield

Russia says Vladimir Putin invited to join Donald Trump's Board of Peace

Kremlin indicates it has not decided whether to take part in US President's Gaza initiative

Lebanon’s army chief expected in Washington in February after cancelled trip

US 'not entirely happy' about Lebanon's decision to defer discussion of disarmament north of the Litani River

Netflix reveals 2026 Arabic releases, from Love Is Blind, Habibi to Dubai Bling

One of the streamer's most popular Arabic-language films is also getting a sequel

When Panenkas go wrong: Brahim Diaz, Lionel Messi and Gary Lineker among those to suffer humiliation

Morocco's Afcon defeat will be remembered for Diaz's calamity but he is not the first to make a mess of risky technique

Rights group documents surge in Iran protest death toll as internet access partially restored

'Limited and unstable' connectivity returns to parts of the country for the first time since January 8

Sudan pushed into 'unimaginable abyss’ by war, UN rights chief says

Volker Turk hears testimonies of atrocities and meets displaced families during five-day visit

Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara cancels visit to Germany

Deportations of Syrians to their home country was among planned topics of discussion

Europeans united in opposition to Trump's Greenland tariff move

Brussels at 'the limit' following US President's trade threat

Morocco’s Afcon ends in noise, controversy and deep regret

Senegal captain Sadio Mane ensured contentious final concluded following walkout threat, while Atlas Lions' 50-year wait for a continental title goes on

Stefanos Tsitsipas returns for Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships title defence

ATP 500 tournament begins on February 23 and immediately follows WTA 1000 event in emirate

WEF insists companies making AI work amid warning of 'trough of disillusionment'

New report highlights success stories of PepsiCo, Hyundai and Schneider Electric

Gold and silver hit new highs as Bitcoin falls on Trump's tariff threats on Europe

US President says he will impose an extra 10% on eight countries opposed to his takeover of Greenland

UAE Weather: Rain and fog expected through the week

Showers forecast for Tuesday, with more humid conditions on Thursday and Friday

Calls for 'united Syria' on the streets of Raqqa after end of Kurdish-led rule

Residents welcomed the takeover of Syrian government forces

SDF chief says group will protect Kurdish 'achievements' in Syria

Territory under the group's control was ceded to the Syrian government under a ceasefire agreement

At least 21 killed and dozens injured in high-speed train crash in southern Spain

Transport minister says derailment and collision with incoming train in Adamuz, Cordoba province, is 'really strange'

‘The work continues’: Lebanese composer Oussama Rahbani on preserving legacy after loss

Musician reflects on grief, duty and marking his father's centenary celebrations

Battlefield gains alone won't build a better Syria

As the country enters the second year of its post-Assad era, it must find new ways of resolving internal differences

Six things not to miss at the Ras Al Khaimah Arts Festival

Whether it's art, shopping, culture or food, there is something for everyone

Dubai Desert Classic 2026: Rory McIlroy’s anniversary, tournament history and ticket info

Northern Irishman will be bidding to reclaim the trophy he has won more times than anyone else at Emirates Golf Club

No end in sight for Iran’s chronic energy problems

Iranian oil sells for steep discounts versus international benchmarks even to China because of the hassle of circumventing sanctions

Senegal crowned Afcon champions after chaotic final against Morocco in Rabat

Pape Gueye struck in extra time after Senegal players earlier walked off pitch in protest at the award of a Morocco penalty late in the game

At least 21 killed in high-speed trains crash in Spain

The cause of the crash ​is not yet known

Davos cancels Iranian foreign minister's speech over civilian massacres

Abbas Araghchi claims US and Israel prevented him from speaking at World Economic Forum

Yemen faces its most severe food crisis in years, aid agencies say

Unprecedented funding shortfalls have disrupted nutrition and food-security pipelines in Yemen

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93

Valentino ⁠Garavani was ranked alongside Giorgio Armani ⁠and ‌Karl Lagerfeld

UN humanitarian chief: ‘Let’s save 87 million lives this year’

Tom Fletcher, in interview with The National in Davos, says 2026 will be spent fighting for access to help people who need it most

Dubai launches real estate diploma to encourage Emiratis to join growing sector

New qualification unveiled under partnership between Dubai Land Department and the Higher Colleges of Technology

Iran gives protesters three days to 'surrender' for light punishment

Police chief Ahmadreza Radan offers olive branch to young people 'deceived' over unrest

Iraqi FM Fuad Hussein in Tehran to help calm tension between US and Iran

Washington has threatened to intervene if Iranian regime violence against protesters persists

Joy Awards 2026 winners list: Mohammed Fadl Shaker, Forest Whitaker, Millie Bobby Brown, Angham and more

Annual award ceremony in Riyadh also featured musical performances by Katy Perry and Robbie Williams

Syrian military advances on Kurdish-held areas despite US calls to halt offensive

Army makes lightning advance towards the key city of Raqqa

Morocco v Senegal: Afcon glory on the line as Sadio Mane and Co stand in way of ambitious hosts

Walid Regragui's side under pressure to end 50-year wait for title but Lions of Teranga know how to excel in big games

Iran's Khamenei acknowledges thousands killed in protests and blames US

The supreme leader said some protesters had been killed in an 'inhuman, savage manner'

Masdar aims to strengthen its presence in US amid data centre boom

Company considering issuing more green bonds to fund its projects

Syrian Kurdish-led forces to surrender key provinces to government

Agreement follows army's lightning advance into territory controlled by the Syrian Democratic forces

Sam Elliott: ‘I’m not sure there are many American men left to look up to’

As Landman's second season closes, the actor explains how creator Taylor Sheridan drew him back to acting

US says it killed Al Qaeda-affiliated leader linked to deadly Syria ambush

Anti-ISIS operations launched in response to attack

UAE sends more than 100 delegates to Davos

Government ministers and private-sector leaders participate in World Economic Forum

My Ajman Rent: Italian swaps life in Dubai for Dh36,000 three-storey townhouse

Tommaso Li Vigni moved to Ajman to get more bang for his buck

Nacho Elvira holds off thrilling Rory McIlroy comeback and nerves to take Dubai Invitational crown

Spaniard copes with late pressure and a formidable chasing pack to claim title beside Dubai Creek

I spent a week in Tehran amid the protests, and what I saw on the ground was different from what we see on TV

The protest movement is complicated by foreign intervention, as is the regime's response

New Dubai nightlife hotspot 25 Jump Street opens: A buzzing place to socialise after work

Crowds formed at One Central to check out the launch weekend festivities

President Sheikh Mohamed to begin working visit to India on Monday

UAE leader will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Critics say Netanyahu 'abdicated Israel's sovereignty' amid anger over Gaza board

Israeli opposition blasts prime minister over positions for Turkish and Qatari officials on US-backed Gaza committee

What to see and do at Al Hosn Festival: From evening musical performances to coffee rituals

Here are different ways to experience the festival across the site

Palestinian committee pledges to work towards lasting Gaza prosperity

Mission statement goals include long-term economic growth and self-sustaining government

Australian Open: Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz ease into second round

Belarusian and Spaniard start Grand Slam with comfortable wins at Melbourne Court

Do Iranians want the US to strike?

Many Iranians want an end to clerical rule, but are divided on if US intervention would help