Wed, Dec 17, 2025

Layla Al Mansoori

Emirates
Dubai Government's 2026-2028 Budget Approved by Sheikh Mohammed, Totaling AED 302.7 Billion

Dubai just approved its biggest budget ever - a massive 302.7 billion dirhams in spending over three years (2026-2028) with revenues of 329.2 billion...

International
Devastating Fire Ravages Japan, Forcing Mass Evacuation

A massive fire swept through a residential neighborhood in southwestern Japan on Wednesday, killing one person, injuring another, and forcing over 170...

Emirates
UAE Rushes Vital Aid and Advanced Rescue Gear to Flood-Ravaged Sri Lanka

The UAE has sent multiple aircraft loaded with emergency aid to Sri Lanka following a devastating cyclone that severely damaged infrastructure and res...

Emirates
UAE Expands Humanitarian and Development Efforts in Gaza: Driving Positive Change

The UAE announced plans to expand its humanitarian and development efforts in Gaza following the ceasefire agreement, as international partners gather...

International
UAE Envoy Reaffirms Commitment to Shared Efforts for a More Peaceful World

UAE Pushes for UN Reform as Global Crises Mount The United Arab Emirates is leading a diplomatic charge to reshape the United Nations into a more eff...

Economy
Advanced Mobility Hub and Etihad Airways Partner for Cutting-Edge Air Transport Projects

Abu Dhabi is making a major push into flying taxis and electric aircraft. Advanced Mobility Hub from Multi Level Group just signed a deal with Abu Dha...

International
Venezuelan Activist Maria Corina Machado Wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado for her persistent efforts t...

Emirates
Fajairah Crown Prince Outlines Vision for Developing People and Driving Comprehensive Growth with Sheikh Mohammed's Attendance

Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, outlined his emirate's comprehensive approach to human development during the UAE gover...

Economy
Soaring Profits: Adnoc Group Nets $7.4 Billion, up 11.4% YoY

Six ADNOC subsidiaries listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange posted combined profits of 27.41 billion dirhams in the first nine months of 2025,...

Emirates
UAE's Diplomatic Efforts to Resolve the Sudanese Crisis

The UAE is leading major diplomatic efforts to end Sudan's civil war through the UN Security Council and the International Quartet. Experts say this i...

Economy
Emirates Soars with Starlink: 232 Aircraft Equipped for Seamless In-Flight Connectivity

Emirates Airlines announced it will install Starlink high-speed internet across its entire fleet of 232 aircraft, starting with Boeing 777s in Novembe...

Emirates
Abu Dhabi Festival's 23rd Edition Celebrates the Wisdom of Culture

The Abu Dhabi Festival returns for its 23rd edition in 2026 under the theme "Wisdom of Culture," celebrating 50 years of UAE-US diplomatic relations w...

International
EU and Ukraine Endorse Biden's Plan to Resolve Ukraine Crisis

European leaders joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a joint statement today, declaring their unity in pursuing a just and lasting peace...

International
Powerful Hurricane Imelda Batters Bahamas, Claims Life in Cuba

Tropical Storm Imelda is battering the Bahamas, forcing school closures and mandatory evacuations across multiple islands. The storm sits just 35 mile...

Economy
Adnoc Distribution Posts Robust $579 Million Net Profit in 9 Months, Showcasing Resilience in Challenging Times.

ADNOC Distribution posted record profits of $885 million (EBITDA) in the first nine months of 2025, marking a 12% jump and the company's strongest nin...

International
Powerful Earthquake Rattles Colombia, Prompting Widespread Concern and Response

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck northern Colombia on Wednesday, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The quake hit at a dep...

Economy
UAE and Cyprus Deepen Trade and Investment Ties: Unlocking Lucrative Opportunities

The UAE and Cyprus are building stronger economic ties after signing a deal to create a joint business council. Trade between the two countries jumped...

Economy
Dollar Rebounds as Trade Tension Worries Ease

The dollar held steady Tuesday as growing hopes for a potential meeting between President Trump and his Chinese counterpart boosted expectations that...

Emirates
UAE Rescue Teams Wrap Up Vital Humanitarian Mission in Sri Lanka

UAE relief teams have completed their humanitarian mission in Sri Lanka after delivering 116 tons of emergency aid to victims of Cyclone Belal and dev...

Economy
OPEC+ Freezes Production Hikes for Q1 2026, Maintaining Market Stability

Eight major oil-producing nations, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Russia, agreed to slightly increase oil production starting December 2025 whil...

International
16 Killed in Gaza as Deadly Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc

At least 16 people died in Gaza over the past 24 hours as winter storm "Byron" battered the territory, including three children who froze to death in...