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Prince Harry hopes ‘to draw line’ under past battles
Britain’s Prince Harry has said he hopes to
France announces nightly curfews in Paris, other big cities
Fresh curfews were being imposed across the city centers of Paris and Lyon on Tuesday after the first quiet night since France’s most destructive rioting in…
UAE urges residents to exercise caution and avoid going near sea due to anticipated fluctuations in weather conditions
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has called on motorists to remain cautious and lower their driving speed due to expected weather conditions across the country….
Make-A-Wish UAE, Mediclinic Middle East sign deal to support children
Make-A-Wish UAE has signed a cooperation agreement with Mediclinic Middle East, aimed at granting the wishes of children receiving medical care at Mediclinic….
DoH publishes AI Clinician Framework to guide responsible research into AI clinician systems
Abu Dhabi DoH releases world-first AI Clinician Framework to regulate research, authorisation and oversight of AI systems performing clinical activities with patient safety and physician accountability at the core
Sharjah redevelops Al Ittihad Square Park with new cycling track and sports facilities
Sharjah City Municipality redeveloped Al Ittihad Square Park, carrying out a range of improvements that included upgrading pathways, constructing an 800-meter…
Rain, hail hit parts of UAE as weather body expects drop in temperatures by next Saturday
Heavy to light rain continued to affect several areas of the country on Tuesday, including Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Sharjah, Dubai, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra…
Advertising in Dubai? The new municipality guide bans these phrases, images and clothing standards on billboards
Dubai Municipality’s new advertising guide bans misleading medical claims, exaggerated discounts, provocative phrases, and inappropriate clothing on billboards, mandates Arabic be more prominent than English, restricts use of Emirati national dress by non-citizens, and tightens rules on children’s images in ads
Kuwaiti artist Raja Mohammed passes away at 64, leaving behind a lasting legacy
Grief and shock have swept through the Gulf entertainment industry following the announcement of the death of retired Kuwaiti artist Raja Mohammed on Tuesday,…
Dubai November 2026 events guide: Dubai Fitness Challenge, rides, runs, rowing and Arabian Soul Fest
Discover Dubai’s November 2026 fitness and sports events, from the Dubai Fitness Challenge to Dubai Ride, Dubai Run, Rowing Challenge at Hatta Dam, Arabian Soul Fest, Emirates NBD Unity Run and Ultra Trail Dubai in Hatta
Five decades of dentistry, now powered by solar
Tracing a legacy of compassion and innovation in UAE dentistry
A thousand years of Ottoman and Anatolian bridal traditions unveiled in Abu Dhabi
Discover a thousand years of Ottoman and Anatolian bridal traditions at Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, showcasing silk, gold, and cultural heritage.
Ahmed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan: Developing national teams enhances the sustainability of the achievements of sailing and modern rowing
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The President of the State receives a delegation of participants in the “Future Health Summit in Abu Dhabi 2026”
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Emirates Health Services first worldwide to earn Healthcare Sustainability Certification
Emirates Health Services (EHS) has become the first health system worldwide to achieve international Healthcare Sustainability Certification, developed by Joint…
The Head of State and the French President visit the Tawazun Industrial Complex in Abu Dhabi
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IAEA praises UAE’s preparedness, response capabilities at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant
Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) commended the United Arab Emirates’ robust emergency preparedness and response capabilities during…
Dubai parks are for everyone: Here are more reasons to love them, beyond the greenery
All the facilities and amenities that make Dubai Public Parks inclusive and accessible
A wearable pilot in Abu Dhabi looks for Multiple Sclerosis before symptoms are obvious
Abu Dhabi pilot explores wearable solutions for early MS detection and treatment
Rain, 50km/h winds in UAE today: What happens next?
Rain and strong winds forecast in UAE today, with temperatures soaring to 41°C. Dusty conditions expected as convective clouds bring a chance of rainfall.
Mid-week dining deals in Dubai
Discover mid-week dining deals in Dubai with a five-course Emirati menu blending tradition and modernity. Available Wednesdays at top locations.
Princess Kate Dipped Into the Most Elegant Curtsy While Greeting the Sultan of Oman Today
Princess Catherine will always master a curtsy, and she pulled off a particularly elegant one today, as she greeted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the sultan of Oman, in Windsor, England.
Yemen’s Taiz faces deadly siege, as Shabwah death toll rises
Government forces launch major offensives across multiple Yemeni front lines as a tightening blockade threatens Taiz.
Prince Harry says he wants to reconcile with Charles and William
Duke of Sussex says ‘there’s enough drama in the world’ without continuing to have issues with family
Conjoined twin influencers José Luis and José Armando Cevallos die minutes apart at 27
Ecuadorian conjoined twin influencers José Luis and José Armando Cevallos Herrera died on October 15 at age 27 following a medical emergency.
2 men rearrested in UK on suspicion of assisting Iran over suspected plot at a US-run air base
British police have rearrested two men suspected of assisting Iran’s intelligence service in a plot at a U.S.-run air base.
Ghost Shark Extra-Large Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles’ Payload Bay Seen For First Time
Ghost Shark will deploy aerial drones, lay mines, and execute seabed resupply missions as part of Australia’s new undersea arsenal. Ghost Shark will deploy aerial drones, lay mines, and execute seabed resupply missions as part of Australia’s new undersea arsenal.
Egypt moves toward sending troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend against attacks by Iran-backed Houthis
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have intensified their attacks on Saudi Arabia, targeting airports and oil infrastructure.
Two men rearrested on suspicion of assisting Iran’s intelligence service in RAF Fairford incident
British counterterrorism police said Tuesday they have rearrested two men in their investigation into last month’s incident at RAF Fairford in England, where US B-1 bombers were based.
French presidential race largely unaffected by unrest, first post-riot poll shows
Far-right front-runner Marine Le Pen is still ahead of the pack, and far-left candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon remains in a close race for second place.
Kallas Says US Negotiators Tried to Push Ukraine Into Surrender for 1.5 Years
Kallas says Europe must have a seat at peace talks, argues sanctions are working and calls for stronger pressure on Moscow over ceasefires.
2 men rearrested on suspicion of spying for Iran over suspected plot at U.S.-run air base in England
Police said a 24-year-old British national and a 25-year-old dual U.K.-Iranian national were arrested under the National Security Act.
Germany Mongolia
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier speaks at a banquet attended by Mongolia’s President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh at Bellevue Palace in Berlin, Germany, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. (Axel Schmidt/Pool Photo via AP)
‘Ring Boys’ case moving forward
(The Center Square) – Clients in the case commonly known as the “Ring Boys” are able to move forward following a federal judge’s rejection on Monday of a constitutional challenge
Woke French student mocked owners who lost stores in riots — then her jet-set life was revealed
Lola-Fleur Whittaker, a political influencer, has a jet-set social media presence, which critics dug up after her remarks on French TV.
$16M not enough to address federal office vacancies
(The Center Square) — Federal agencies have spent $16 million since January 2025 to assess how office buildings are being used across the government, but a new report said it
Nigeria confirms an Ebola case in Abuja as a woman arriving from Uganda tests positive
Nigeria is the latest country to report an Ebola case as the outbreak spreads across the region. Kenya confirmed its first case earlier this month and has since recorded nine infections.
Brendan Nugent silent and emotionless as he faces court over alleged attack on Australian MP
Brendan Nugent is charged with intentionally hitting Helen Haines with a car. The MP remains in a critical condition.
Haiti Security
Armored police vehicles that are part of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) patrol near the airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Odelyn Joseph)
Elon Musk behind Starlink slowdown order that disrupted Ukraine’s drones
Elon Musk reportedly spoke to some Trump administration officials, including with the POTUS, before imposing the new speed cap order. | World News
APTOPIX Albania Protests
Riot police take cover behind their shields as fireworks explode nearby and a water cannon sprays protesters during an anti-government protest in Tirana, Albania, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Boris
Macron jets out of riot-torn France for Gulf trip as political pressure mounts
Emmanuel Macron left France for energy negotiations in the Arabian Gulf as riots swept the country, citing fuel prices as a cause behind the social unrest.
Al Ain to introduce Dh2 hourly paid parking in three sectors from October 26
Al Ain introduces Dh2 hourly paid parking in three sectors starting October 26, covering 1,455 spaces to improve traffic flow and accessibility.
UAE President receives delegation participating in Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets global health leaders at Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026, highlighting the UAE’s top priority on health and investment in a sustainable healthcare system to improve quality of life
UAE to establish integrated national healthcare system linking medical services
UAE unveils plans for a unified healthcare system to enhance efficiency, focus on prevention, and improve public health under President Sheikh Mohamed’s directives.
‘A great honour’: Kerala-born Rizwan joins Gulf Giants coaching staff in ILT20
Former UAE captain, who led the country at the 2022 T20 World Cup, will work alongside batting coach Michael Klinger and head coach Simon Helmot in the fifth edition
The Forbes Sustainability Leaders Summit 2026 sessions showcase innovative projects that shape a sustainable future
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President Sheikh Mohamed and France’s Macron tour Abu Dhabi defence companies
Leaders witness signing of defence partnership as nations bolster ties
Sharjah bans renting out agricultural land for any purpose, even farming
Sharjah prohibits renting agricultural land, even for farming, warning of legal action against landowners and tenants violating the law.








