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Rebuilding Lebanon shorthand gif

Special reportRebuilding Lebanon after Israel’s war: The vast costs and political challenges

Getting hold of a preferred unit at a property launch is very challenging. Going through an agency can help you secure your unit of choice. EPA

UAE Property‘Do I need a real estate agent when buying off-plan?’

The gold vending machine in the lobby of the Emirates Palace Hotel in 2012. Getty Images

TimeframeWhen world's first 'gold to go' ATM was launched at Emirates Palace

Quiz of the week

Find out how well you’ve kept up with the news of the past seven days

In the UAE’s heat, a lightweight crepe or chiffon abaya wins hands down over a formal blazer. The National

ColumnFalling for the abaya - an unexpected love story

In this Nasa false-colour image, the blue and purple shows the hole in Earth's protective ozone layer over Antarctica on October 5, 2022. Photo: AP

How the global space race could blast another hole in the ozone layer

The Isle of Cumbrae off the Ayrshire coast of Scotland, where oceanographers are studying the seabed. Photo: Matt Jervis

What can the UK's muddy shores tell us about marine conservation in the Gulf?

Compassion is rarely thought of as a policy tool but now some researchers are rethinking this. Nick Donaldson, Getty Images, Reuters and EPA

Weekend EssayIf we find a way to measure compassion, can we use it to solve global problems?


Gunfire broke out after Gazans set out early on Sunday morning to collect food from an aid centre in Rafah. AFP

'This is an ambush': Gazans walk into gunfire near US-backed aid centres

  • Latest: Gaza doctor who lost nine children in air strike dies of injuries
  • 'Totally unacceptable': US rejects Hamas response to Gaza truce plan
  • 'Freedom Flotilla' setting sail for Gaza with Greta Thunberg on board

Flydubai plane lands at Damascus airport to end 12-year absence

UAE
Emirates President Tim Clark says Boeing also faces the challenge of ramping up production as quickly as it can. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Emirates boss says Boeing conveying 'cautious optimism' on 777X deliveries

Aviation

Syra's Shara in Kuwait seeking stabilisation support

MENA
A helicopter douses Saturday's fire at Al Hamriyah Port in Sharjah. Wam

Large blaze contained at Sharjah's Al Hamriyah fuel depot after 24-hour battle

UAE

Two dead and hundreds arrested in France after PSG's Champions League win

Football

Iran's Araghchi says nuclear programme within framework of agreements in call with IAEA chief

MENA


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Eid al Fitr morning prayers in Bur Dubai. Antonie Robertson/The National

What is the difference between Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha?

Content Creator Jacquelyn May's latest post on modest fashion guidelines at Dubai Mall sparked a lively discussion. Photo: Instagram

Viral post on Dubai Mall dress code etiquette sparks debate

Cities such as Abu Dhabi have emerged as architectural landmarks and models of integrated infrastructure. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

CommentWith its new UN role, the UAE can shape the conversation on urbanisation

Isaac Del Toro of UAE Team Emirates-XRG after crossing the finish line on Stage 20 of the Giro d'Italia. EPA

UAE Team Emirates rider Del Toro 'proud and happy' despite Giro disappointment

The 12-course ultimate set menu, for Dh950 per person, at Japanese yakiniku restaurant Akabeko in Palm Jumeirah. Photo: Akabeko

Ten Eid Al Adha dining deals and special menus in Dubai

PSG head coach Luis Enrique lifts the trophy after the team won the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Internazionale Milano in Munich, Germany 31 May 2025. PSG won 5-0. EPA / FRIEDEMANN VOGEL

Enrique ‘very emotional’ after PSG secure famous Champions League triumph

Venkatesh Iyer of Kolkata Knight Riders had an IPL to forget. Sportzpics for IPL

Venkatesh Iyer, Glenn Maxwell and other IPL 2025 flops

The Eneron Magnus hybrid electric armoured vehicle in Abu Dhabi. Pawan Singh for The National

Abu Dhabi Police unveil UAE-made supercharged patrol car

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Israeli military vehicle rams bus carrying Palestinian Hajj pilgrims in Jenin

Palestinian officials said it was a deliberate act by Israeli military

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Bees native to the UAE find a new home in Hatta

Bees native to the UAE find a new home in Hatta

Gazan girl receives life-saving treatment in Abu Dhabi for malnutrition

Gazan girl receives life-saving treatment in Abu Dhabi for malnutrition

Elon Musk appears with black eye at White House farewell

Elon Musk appears with black eye at White House farewell

From Syria’s war to US uncertainty: A refugee caught in Trump’s aid freeze

From Syria’s war to US uncertainty: A refugee caught in Trump’s aid freeze



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An Abu Dhabi health campaign has raised more than Dh500 million to fund the care of patients with chronic diseases. Photo: AFP

Abu Dhabi health drive raises Dh500 million for patients with chronic diseases

The Life Endowment campaign will deliver a crucial lifeline to the needy

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Kazakhstan looks to Gulf investment as it develops the next Silk Road

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Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani, right, receives Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at Baghdad International Airport. AFP

Lebanon's President Aoun in Baghdad to bolster ties

MENA

Grow more with less: Al Dahra chief plots global growth from the ground up

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Kalyon Karapinar Solar Power Plant in Konya, Turkey. Getty Images

Turkey’s Kalyon Enerji aims global expansion of its renewable business

Energy

Lord Mayor of London expects UK-UAE business ties to strengthen

Economy

Opec+ agrees another accelerated oil output for July

Energy

Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister pledges financial support for Syria state staff

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Israel attacks western Syria as indirect talks take place

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Opec has been losing market share in recent years and is trying to enforce quota discipline among its members. Reuters

Opec+ agrees another accelerated oil output for July

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UAE-Serbia trade to accelerate as Cepa comes into effect

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Stock markets feel renewed heat as Trump accuses China of violating trade deal

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The 24 best Arabic songs of 2025 so far

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Controversial 'lost' Jerry Lewis film discovered in Sweden after 53 years

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Staircases are a key component of Time Reclaiming Structures. Photo: Dima Srouji

Gaza shelters reimagined as memorials at Venice Architecture Biennale

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Pope Leo XIV arrives on his pope mobile before celebrating a Mass for the Jubilee of Families in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican. AP Photo
Pope Leo XIV arrives on his pope mobile before celebrating a Mass for the Jubilee of Families in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican. AP Photo
Pope Leo XIV arrives on his pope mobile before celebrating a Mass for the Jubilee of Families in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican. AP Photo
Pope Leo XIV arrives on his pope mobile before celebrating a Mass for the Jubilee of Families in St Peter's Square, at the Vatican. AP Photo
Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli at the French Open. Reuters
Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli at the French Open. Reuters
Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli at the French Open. Reuters
Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli at the French Open. Reuters
Emergency services gather near a destroyed carriage after a road bridge collapsed onto railway tracks derailing an approaching train in the Bryansk region, Russia. Reuters
Emergency services gather near a destroyed carriage after a road bridge collapsed onto railway tracks derailing an approaching train in the Bryansk region, Russia. Reuters
Emergency services gather near a destroyed carriage after a road bridge collapsed onto railway tracks derailing an approaching train in the Bryansk region, Russia. Reuters
Emergency services gather near a destroyed carriage after a road bridge collapsed onto railway tracks derailing an approaching train in the Bryansk region, Russia. Reuters
Paris St Germain fans celebrate a goal scored by Desire Doue during the Champions League Final against Inter Milan. Reuters
Paris St Germain fans celebrate a goal scored by Desire Doue during the Champions League Final against Inter Milan. Reuters
Paris St Germain fans celebrate a goal scored by Desire Doue during the Champions League Final against Inter Milan. Reuters
Paris St Germain fans celebrate a goal scored by Desire Doue during the Champions League Final against Inter Milan. Reuters
A man tends to sacrificial camels for sale while awaiting customers at a local livestock market ahead of Eid Al Adha in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
A man tends to sacrificial camels for sale while awaiting customers at a local livestock market ahead of Eid Al Adha in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
A man tends to sacrificial camels for sale while awaiting customers at a local livestock market ahead of Eid Al Adha in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
A man tends to sacrificial camels for sale while awaiting customers at a local livestock market ahead of Eid Al Adha in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
A motorcyclist performs during the Day of Moscow Sports Festival. The festival, organised by Moscow authorities, aims to promote a healthy lifestyle. EPA
A motorcyclist performs during the Day of Moscow Sports Festival. The festival, organised by Moscow authorities, aims to promote a healthy lifestyle. EPA
A motorcyclist performs during the Day of Moscow Sports Festival. The festival, organised by Moscow authorities, aims to promote a healthy lifestyle. EPA
A motorcyclist performs during the Day of Moscow Sports Festival. The festival, organised by Moscow authorities, aims to promote a healthy lifestyle. EPA
Check dams on the Lonza river, Switzerland. EPA
Check dams on the Lonza river, Switzerland. EPA
Check dams on the Lonza river, Switzerland. EPA
Check dams on the Lonza river, Switzerland. EPA
Contestants compete in the 72nd Miss World grand finale at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, in Hyderabad, India. EPA
Contestants compete in the 72nd Miss World grand finale at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, in Hyderabad, India. EPA
Contestants compete in the 72nd Miss World grand finale at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, in Hyderabad, India. EPA
Contestants compete in the 72nd Miss World grand finale at the HITEX Exhibition Centre, in Hyderabad, India. EPA

Swiatek survives French Open scare while Sabalenka powers into quarter-finals

'We've not seen a plan,' WFP director says of Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Syra's Shara in Kuwait seeking stabilisation support

Flydubai plane lands at Damascus airport to end 12-year absence

Piastri wins Spanish GP as Verstappen pays penalty for late collision

Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday announced for private sector

'This is how you dress at Dubai Mall': Viral post sparks fashion etiquette debate

Large blaze contained at Sharjah's Al Hamriyah fuel depot after 24-hour battle

Eid Al Adha 2025 holidays announced for UAE public sector employees

'This is an ambush': Gazans walk into gunfire near US-backed aid centres

Eneron Magnus: Abu Dhabi police's new autonomous vehicle with a cell inside

Eneron Magnus: Abu Dhabi police's new autonomous vehicle with a cell inside

Raging fire at Sharjah's Al Hamriyah Port brought under control

Raging fire at Sharjah's Al Hamriyah Port brought under control


Opinion

With its new UN role, the UAE can shape the conversation on urbanisation

Suhail
Al Mazrouei

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is the best of bad options

Mukesh Kapila

If we find a way to measure compassion, can we use it to solve global problems?

Kailash Satyarthi

'Gulf citizenship' is a powerful idea in a region growing stronger together

Omar Al-Ubaydli

Trump's Harvard assault is more about power than Palestine

Hussein Ibish

We should consume information like we eat our food – at intervals

Mustafa Alrawi
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Weekend cartoonShadi's take on new US student visa restrictions


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