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UAE establishes 'Ministry of Family', amends roles of other government entities

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the establishment of the "Ministry of Family", with Her Excellency Sanaa Suhail assuming its portfolio.
Sheikh Rashid Road to Infinity Bridge link opens in Dubai

A three-lane bridge linking Sheikh Rashid Road to Infinity Bridge has opened, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Sunday.
WeProtect Summit concludes with 'Abu Dhabi Call to Action'

The WeProtect Global Summit 2024 concluded in Abu Dhabi, marking the launch of the ‘’Abu Dhabi Call to Action'', a unified initiative to address current and emerging challenges in child protection within the digital world.
Arab Parliament praises UAE Gaza support

The Arab Parliament has commended the UAE for its substantial support to the Palestinian people in Gaza, while addressing the dire suffering and tragic conditions triggered by the war.
Dubai to transform into year-round pedestrian-friendly city

Dubai is set to transform into a year-round pedestrian-friendly city with a 6,500-plus km network of modern walkways across 160 areas.
UAE students top Arab world in science, maths report

The UAE has ranked first in the Arab world in the TIMSS 2023 International Report, which measures student progress in grades four and eight in science and mathematics.
Five Emirati aid convoys reach Gaza

Five convoys carrying vital humanitarian aid from the UAE crossed into the Gaza Strip through Egypt's Rafah Crossing, this week, as part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'.
UAE takes action against gang of 15 for tax fraud, money laundering

Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi, the Attorney-General of the UAE, has ordered the referral of 15 individuals to criminal court.

Business News

ZHO opens food packaging centre employing People of Determination

The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination has inaugurated a centre for assembling, packaging, storing, and distributing food products at its Innovation Centre in Al Bahia.
FCSC participates in first GCC Economic Competitiveness Forum

The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC) has participated in the first GCC Economic Competitiveness Forum, organised by Qatar in collaboration with the World Economic Forum.
World Bank Group announces record $100 billion IDA replenishment

The World Bank Group unveiled a record $100 billion replenishment of the International Development Association (IDA), marking a significant moment for global development.
South American farmers hail Mercosur-EU deal, wary of fine print

South America's agricultural sector, a key source of global food, celebrated on Friday as the regional Mercosur bloc and the European Union struck a free trade agreement, though farmers said they wanted to see the small print of the deal.

Sports News

Lando Norris wins Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, McLaren take constructors' title

Lando Norris won the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday to secure McLaren's first Formula One constructors' title since 1998 after teammate Oscar Piastri collided with Max Verstappen on the opening lap and finished 10th.
Man Utd's sporting director leaves after five months

Dan Ashworth has left his role as sporting director at Manchester United after five months in the job by mutual agreement, the Premier League club said on Sunday.
Rampant England pummel New Zealand

England romped to a second comfortable victory over New Zealand in two weeks to secure a test series triumph on Sunday with skipper Ben Stokes apparently enjoying a Midas touch with his every decision turning to gold.
Australia beat India by 10 wickets to level series 1-1

Australia beat India by 10 wickets in the day-night second test at Adelaide Oval on Sunday to level the series 1-1.

International News

Syrian rebels topple Assad, his whereabouts unknown

Syrian rebels declared President Bashar al-Assad ousted after seizing control of Damascus on Sunday, forcing him to flee and ending his family's decades of rule after more than 13 years of civil war in a seismic moment for the Middle East.
Israel shells north Gaza hospital

Palestinian health officials said on Sunday that Israeli forces had shelled the Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza town of Beit Lahiya, damaging electricity and oxygen pumps and disrupting urgent surgeries.
Trump says Russia abandoned Syria's president

US President-elect Donald Trump said on Sunday that Russia's abandonment of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad led to his downfall, adding Moscow never should have protected him in the first place and then lost interest because of a war in Ukraine that never should have started.
Russia open to Ukraine peace talks, says Kremlin

The Kremlin said on Sunday that Russia was open to talks on Ukraine after US President-elect Donald Trump called for "an immediate ceasefire and negotiations".

Entertainment News

Maroon 5 dazzle fans in Abu Dhabi

A night of unforgettable music unfolded at Etihad Park on Friday as Maroon 5 headlined the second evening of the FAB After-Race Concerts as part of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, captivating fans with their iconic sound and electrifying stage presence.
Ed Sheeran to headline Offlimits festival in Abu Dhabi

International pop singer Ed Sheeran will be headlining a new festival in Abu Dhabi in 2025.
New docs reveal legal woes behind Beatles split

Recently found legal documents that shed new light on the demise of The Beatles are to go on sale next week, UK auction house Dawsons said Monday.
'Moana 2' and 'Wicked' top Thanksgiving weekend record

Walt Disney's animated musical "Moana 2" debuted with an estimated $368 million in global ticket sales through Sunday and combined with "Wicked" and "Gladiator II" to deliver the biggest Thanksgiving weekend in US and Canadian box office history.
Lady Gaga to perform at a free concert in Brazil

Pop star Lady Gaga is expected to perform a free concert at Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana Beach on May 3, 2025.