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Washington: US President Donald Trump is set to headline a first-of-its-kind auto race through the streets of Washington on Sunday, capping celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.The IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix will take drivers through the heart of the capital, passing iconic landmarks including the National Mall, the US Capitol, Pennsylvania…

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has opened a new 102-metre bridge at Mushrif National Park, creating a continuous mountain biking trail through Dubai's largest forest and enhancing safety for cyclists, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.The new bridge connects previously separated sections of the park's mountain biking trail, eliminating the need for riders to cross a road used by…

Dubai: Mada Media, the company responsible for organising, developing and managing Dubai's out-of-home (OOH) advertising sector, signed contracts worth approximately AED1.5 billion during the first half of 2026, underscoring the strength of the emirate's advertising market and growing investor confidence.The contracts covered 683 advertising assets, while 80 local and regional advertising companies participated in…

Dubai: Dubai Police have urged motorists to review their traffic records and settle outstanding fines promptly, warning that accumulated violations could lead to vehicle impoundment, legal action and disruption of vehicle-related transactions.Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan, Director of the General Department of Traffic at Dubai Police, said field teams impounded 497 vehicles during inspection campaigns…

Al Ain: The Al Ain Court for Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases has ordered a former employee to pay AED619,989 to his employer after being found liable for embezzling more than one kilogram of gold from the company.The court also ordered the defendant to pay AED10,000 in compensation and AED500 in legal fees.According to court…

Dubai: The Dubai Civil Court of First Instance has ordered a seller to hand over a luxury car and transfer ownership of a distinctive licence plate to a buyer, ruling that a sales agreement concluded through WhatsApp messages constituted a valid and binding contract.The dispute centred on a transaction worth AED1.3 million, involving a luxury…

US-protected ‘dark’ tankers keep millions of barrels flowing, easing oil prices DUBAI: Something extraordinary is happening in the Strait of Hormuz. Tankers carrying millions of barrels of Gulf crude are effectively disappearing from public view as they approach the world’s most important oil chokepoint — only to reappear hours later on the other s…

Dubai: Esha Oza will lead a 15-member UAE squad at the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2026, starting August 28 at the Dubai International Stadium. The tournament, which will conclude on September 13, marks the first time UAE will host the continental event, with all matches played under lights.The hosts have been placed in Group B…

100 of 101 actively traded companies submitted their second-quarter financial statements Dubai: Companies listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange recorded a 38% increase in aggregate profits during the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to data released by the exchange on Friday. The increase comes alongside a…

Investors buying by August 27 qualify, with payment expected within 30 days Dubai: Borouge Plc shareholders are set to receive an interim dividend of 8.1 fils per share for the first half of 2026 after the company approved a $656 million payout. Investors seeking entitlement to the dividend have until August 27 to purchase the…

Martyn Day and Nidhin Chand hold traditional ceremony a decade after their UK wedding Scottish National Party politician Martyn Day and his Kerala-born wife Nidhin Chand have celebrated their marriage with a traditional ceremony at Guruvayur, a decade after the couple first married in the UK. The ceremony fulfilled a long-held wish of Nidhin, who…

Washington: US Open organisers announced on Thursday a prize fund of $108 million for this year's tournament, the largest in tennis history and 20 percent higher than last year's total.The men's and women's singles champions at the tournament, which will be held in New York from 23rd August to 13th September, will each receive $5.5…

Lower US yields, ETF inflows and fresh regulatory hopes push crypto prices higher Dubai: Bitcoin climbed above $70,000 for the first time in more than two months on Thursday, extending a two-day rally that has brought buyers back into the cryptocurrency market following lower US Treasury yields, fresh institutional inflows and renewed hopes of regu…

Amanat plans Dh1.5b expansion as healthcare gaps and rising UAE enrolments fuel growth Dubai: For Amanat Holdings CEO John Ireland, the case for healthcare and education is becoming less about surviving economic cycles and more about capturing structural growth. The Dubai-listed investment company, which has built its portfolio around healthcare an…

Cape Canaveral, Fla.: The mission to save NASA’s sinking Swift Observatory was called off Wednesday, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.NASA and Katalyst Space Technologies announced the news more than a month after the startup's Link spacecraft rocketed away to the telescope's rescue.Katalyst said Link will not attempt to capture Swift…

Manav Suthar claimed six second-innings wickets in a spin-bowling masterclass to fashion India's ‌165-run victory in the opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Wednesday.Having set Sri Lanka a victory target of 372, India bowled out the hosts for 206 in the post-lunch session on ⁠the final day of the contest, minutes before it…

Abu Dhabi: The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) has affirmed that the UAE plays a prominent role and is a true leader in developing the sport of mixed martial arts, whether by showcasing emerging talent, hosting competitions, or launching impactful initiatives that contribute to promoting the sport.Wissam Abi Nader, Vice President of the IMMAF,…

Jerusalem: US Middle East negotiator Jared Kushner met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday after holding lengthy talks with Hamas leaders in Egypt, as Washington stepped up efforts to secure support for a US-backed roadmap aimed at advancing a ceasefire in Gaza.Kushner's meeting with Netanyahu came after the Israeli leader rejected the 15-point proposal,…

Washington/Seoul: US President Donald Trump has instructed the Pentagon to "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing the cost of the drills, tensions with North Korea and Seoul's refusal to participate in US military action against Iran.The announcement came just hours before the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises were due to begin.In a…

Washington: El Niño is expected to strengthen further during the Northern Hemisphere autumn and winter, with a greater than 90% probability of a very strong event developing during the 2026-27 season, according to the U.S. Climate Prediction Center (CPC).The CPC said on Thursday that forecasts indicate increasing confidence that the climate pattern will intensify over…

Soccer legend Lionel Messi doubts his playing career will last "much longer" following the recent death of his father.Jorge Messi died on Saturday at the age of 68 after being hospitalized during this summer's World Cup.Lionel Messi, 39, posted a statement on social media on Wednesday saying he "does not know how to carry on.""All…

BOGOTA: Rescue efforts across western Colombia carried into a second day on Tuesday as emergency workers dug through collapsed buildings and flattened homes, amid expectations that the death toll from the country's most powerful earthquake in decades could rise. The 7.4-magnitude earthquake tore through Colombia's coffee-growing heartland early on Monday, killing at least 164 people.The…

New York: The United Nations warned on Monday that children and young people face increasing risks in the digital environment, including disinformation, harassment, algorithmic bias, and the malicious use of artificial intelligence, at a time when more than 80% of youth aged 15 to 24 worldwide use the internet.In a new briefing note published ahead…

The fourth edition of Qatar Toy Festival (QTF) concluded after welcoming more than 148,000 visitors, marking its highest attendance to date. The month-long festival, held at the Doha Exhibition and Co...

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Türkiye,...

Food security is a critical and complex policy priority for governments worldwide, involving deep-rooted and systemic challenges across global and national food systems. Population growth, geopolitical risks, trade fragility, technology, and climate change are intensifying these issues, according to a report from Strategy&.

Pakistan secured their first away test win in three years with an eight-wicket victory over West Indies in Port of ‌Spain on Wednesday, levelling the series at 1-1 and ending an eight-match losing streak away from home.Pakistan's last victory in an away test came against Sri Lanka in July 2023 under Babar Azam, who returned…

Dubai, UAE – July 30, 2026: Gaganpreet Singh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Film Master Media Distribution LLC, was honoured with the Outstanding International Movie Distribution in the Gulf Region award during the 12th edition of the Emirates Film Festival, held on 26 July 2026 in Dubai. The award recognises Singh’s outstanding contribution to…

ABU DHABI, UAE , Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi today announced the appointment of Dr. Valerie Hillings as the inaugural Director of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Appoints Inaugural Museum Director Guggenheim Abu Dhabi is a cornerstone of Saadiyat Cultural District, one of the world's…

Qatar on Monday called for greater Gulf coordination to implement the US-Iran memorandum of understanding in separate calls between Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and his counterparts in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, Anadolu reports. The talks focused on regional developments, particularly diplomatic efforts…

Doha, Qatar: Oman has exempted citizens of more than 100 countries and territories from entry visa requirements for stays of up to 14 days, as part of efforts to facilitate tourism and enhance visitor services. According to Omani authorities, the countries benefiting from the exemption are divided into two groups, with separate eligibility criteria. Visitors…

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The UAE has approved Lipfendra, a once-daily pill designed to sharply reduce harmful cholesterol, becoming the second country after the United States to authorise the first oral treatment targeting the PCSK9 protein. The Emirates Drug Establishment approved the medicine for adults with elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, or LDL-C, including those with…

In a world where quiet luxury reigns supreme, these UAE-based fashion homegrown labels have nailed the art of minimal elegance. Overall, these brands have even made a mark for themselves on a global map. Having achieved viral status both in the UAE and internationally, these capsule pieces can be worn on any occasion. When it…

TEHRAN – A total of 465 Iranian teams, comprising 1,035 participants from 30 provinces, attended the national artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics competition, known as AiroCup, on Thursday and Friday in Tehran.

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed Iranian hostile attack targeting Kuwait with drones. In a statement, the UAE Foreign Ministry affirmed that this hostile attack constitutes a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability. It expressed the UAE's full…

A new way to share your music with friends, straight from Spotify Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 30 July 2026: Snapchat has introduced Now Playing on Snap Map, a new way for Snapchatters to share what they’re listening to with friends. Snap Map is already one of the most popular maps on mobile, with more…

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 30 July 2026: Emirates Global Aluminium, the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside oil and gas, today announced that the second cohort of UAE National engineers has successfully completed an EGA Technical Leadership programme in Switzerland. Conducted in collaboration with R&D Carbon, a leading Swiss consultancy specialising…

Israel dragged America into another war, then sat back on the spectator bench and watched U.S. taxpayers foot the bill. Borrowed money burned into bombs. Billions more bled out at gas stations and in inflation, all to reopen a strait that was open before Donald was duped into fighting Benjamin’s war. Now Benjamin Netanyahu watches…

Khalifa University Professor of Practice Marcos López de Prado has been elected an International Member of Spain’s Royal Academy of Engineering, the country’s national academy in the field. He joins a select group of globally distinguished scientists, engineers and technology leaders. The lifetime distinction recognizes his pioneering contributions to computational science and financial machine learning…

Israeli and Emirati officials have reportedly held a series of confidential meetings in recent weeks to coordinate positions on Iran and discuss possible joint initiatives in international forums, according to a report by Israel’s Channel 12. The broadcaster said the meetings took place in a third country, whose identity was not disclosed, and coincided with…

By Steve Holland, Gram Slattery and Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump voiced irritation with Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of their White House meeting on Tuesday, complaining that details of the Israeli prime minister's planned talking points on Iran had surfaced publicly, in a fresh sign of strain between the two…

TEHRAN — When history writes the epitaph of the nonproliferation regime, July 22, 2026, may serve as its final chapter. That Wednesday, United States Energy Secretary Chris Wright sat beneath American and Saudi flags in Washington to sign a 30-year civilian nuclear cooperation agreement.

United Arab Emirates President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received the top-performing Year 12 students for the 2025-2026 academic year, along with a number of outstanding teachers and education leaders.

PureHealth and National Multiple Sclerosis Society partner to strengthen MScare, research and awareness in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE24 July 2026: PureHealth has partneredwith the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS)to strengthen awareness, support earlier diagnosis and improve care for MS patients across the UAE. Established through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)signed at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical…

US presidents’ National Security Strategies accurately reflect the direction of their foreign policies, which are governed by American interests that are not always explicitly stated, yet are not difficult to surmise. The National Security Strategy is an official presidential document issued by the President of the United States outlining the country’s national security and foreign…

You’re not ready for the waterworks that will come by for this story. A precious little two-year-old Filipino girl, who spent years under dedicated care in Dubai after being abandoned, has finally made her way back home to the Philippines Thanks to some incredible teamwork and a whole lot of heart. This little one’s journey…

Months ago, when I wrote 'Building Resilience: The Infrastructure You Didn’t See,' I argued that the UAE had spent decades quietly building systems designed to protect, ones the world overlooked while it watched the skyline. I believed in every word. What I did not anticipate was how completely the evidence would arrive, or how fast.Within…

The figures emerging from Dubai’s office sales market in the first half of 2026 are not merely a passing real estate surge. And they are more than another real estate milestone.They are a highly significant economic indicator of a deeper shift in the emirate’s position as a global hub for business, capital, and cross-border companies.Multinationals…