The Right Man, Ten Days Too Late — VD Satheesan and the Weight of a Mandate
VD Satheesan's elevation as Chief Minister is the correct...
UAE steps up gold souq AML compliance drive
DUBAI — UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla bin...
Explained: Dubai eases two-year property visas
DUBAI - Dubai has revised eligibility rules for its...
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UAE steps up gold souq AML compliance drive
DUBAI — UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla bin...
Hajj transport evolution: from caravans to AI network
MAKKAH — The journey of Hajj transport has evolved...
Thumbay Group launches psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital in Sharjah
SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates — Thumbay Group on Wednesday...
UAE, South Korea deepen AI and chip cooperation
SEOUL —The Ministry of Investment has led a high-level...
 Dubai Taxi buys National Taxi in $395m UAE deal
DUBAI - Dubai Taxi Company has agreed to fully...
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The Right Man, Ten Days Too Late — VD Satheesan and the Weight of a Mandate
VD Satheesan's elevation as Chief Minister is the correct decision — perhaps the only defensible one. But the manner in which Congress arrived at it,...
The Chair Kerala’s Congress Must Get Right
The United Democratic Front’s victory in the 2026 Kerala...
Khorfakkan set to become city of forests
SHARAH, United Arab Emirates: Khorfakkan has always been one...
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UAE steps up gold souq AML compliance drive
DUBAI — UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla bin...
BUSINESS & TRADE
UAE, South Korea deepen AI and chip cooperation
SEOUL —The Ministry of Investment has led a high-level...
BUSINESS & TRADE
 Dubai Taxi buys National Taxi in $395m UAE deal
DUBAI - Dubai Taxi Company has agreed to fully...
BUSINESS & TRADE
DFSA Fines Former Ed Broking Executive for Misleading Conduct
DUBAI — The Dubai Financial Services Authority, the independent...
BUSINESS & TRADE
From ancient terraces to tourist trail: Jazan’s mountain coffee farms find new life
JAZAN, Saudi Arabia - Â High in the terraced mountains...
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The Right Man, Ten Days Too Late — VD Satheesan and the Weight of a Mandate
VD Satheesan's elevation as Chief Minister is the correct...
The Man at the Wheel -M.A. YusuffaliÂ
When a billionaire takes the helm on the world's...
The Waiting Room of Power: Kerala’s Chief Minister Deadlock
NEW DELHI/THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - It was supposed to be the...
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Sharjah launches World Heritage Office after UNESCO listing of Faya
SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates — The Sharjah Archaeology Authority has launched the Sharjah World Heritage Office to strengthen the management and protection of World Heritage sites...
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LEISURE
Top UAE Iftars for Ramadan 2026: A Dining Guide
As Ramadan approaches, residents and visitors across the UAE...
LEISURE
Saudi Arabia Opens Its Largest Ultra All-Inclusive Resort
KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY, Saudi Arabia – Feb. 3,...
LEISURE
UAE hotels roll out curated Valentine’s Day experiences
DUBAI, Feb. 2026 (GDM)— Hotels and dining venues across...
LEISURE
Sofitel Dubai Downtown Unveils ‘Summer Club Encounter’ City Staycation Offer
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (June 2025) – Sofitel Dubai...
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Thumbay Group launches psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital in Sharjah
SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates — Thumbay Group on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for the Thumbay Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital at Sharjah Healthcare City, a 120-bed facility dedicated to psychiatric care, neuro-rehabilitation and addiction recovery.
The 110,000-square-foot hospital is expected...
CAREER & EDUCATION
Sheikha Mariam honoured with top UAE education award
ABU DHABI — The Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan...
UK Plans Nearly 5% Rise in PhD Stipends
LONDON — UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the country's...
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FIFA Congress approves record $14B budget cycle, Infantino announces re-election bid
VANCOUVER, Canada — FIFA's 76th Congress approved a record-breaking...
Emirati Driver Rashid Al Dhaheri Claims Historic Win at Red Bull Ring
SPIELBERG, Austria— Emirati racing driver Rashid Al Dhaheri secured...
India flop vs SA, Suryakumar’s Samson remark ignites row
Ahmedabad, INDIA — Defending champions India suffered a stunning...