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January 31, 2026

Mohamed discusses pressing issues with Syria, Iran leaders

Presidents underline the importance of advancing dialogue and diplomatic solutions in addressing various challenges as a means of safeguarding the region’s security.

3 mins

UAE gifts memorial to Kuwait in celebration of enduring relations

ABU DHABI: The UAE government announced on Friday it will present a memorial monument to the Kuwaiti people to be installed at Al Shaheed Park in Kuwait City.

3 mins

Sheikh Sultan extends Sharjah's cultural vision globally

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, President of the Portuguese Republic, awarded His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the Grand Collar of the Order of Camões (Grande Colar da Ordem de Camões), the highest sovereign cultural honour in Portugal.

2 mins

Sultan first Arab figure to receive Order of Camoes

3 mins

Court orders woman to pay another Dhs150,000

The Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases Court ordered a woman to pay Dhs140,000 and fined her Dhs10,000 as compensation to another woman.

1 mins

President grants Al Eter, Hashimi rank of 'Ministers'

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree granting Saeed Mohammed Saif Al Eter Al Dhanhani the rank of \"Minister.

1 mins

Digital trust can be improved, not fully restored, say experts

Trust, which has been compromised, because of the challenges in the World Wide Web, is not totally lost.

3 mins

Photojournalist reflects on a storied career

Two-time World Press Photo award winner Ilvy Njiokiktjien captivated the audience at Xposure International Photography Festival (Xposure 2026) with a masterclass in narrative storytelling that revealed the dramatic and often dangerous journey behind her groundbreaking 18-year project documenting South Africa's first post-apartheid generation.

1 mins

AURAK conference highlights AI, entrepreneurship

A number of global experts, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers across disciplines highlighted the need to integrate businessmanagement practices, entrepreneurship, and sustainable circular-economy principles at the 2nd International Conference.

1 mins

Dubai court declares GCC national insolvent

The Dubai Civil Court has declared a Gulf national insolvent, who owes a bank Dhs265,364, after it was proved that he was unable to meet his financial obligations and incapable of making payments on time, and no funds could be found to settle the debt.

1 mins

Films, filmmaking in focus at Xposure 2026 in Sharjah

Film plays a central role at the Xposure International Photography Festival 2026, with a dedicated Cinema programme and an expanded slate of film-focused workshops shaping a comprehensive space for moving-image storytelling.

2 mins

Passion is key to success, says Joffe at Xposure

Careers in nature and investigative filmmaking are rarely shaped by speed or spectacle.

1 mins

Nobody leaves home unless they are forced to: Muheisen

\"Nobody leaves home unless they are forced.\"

1 mins

Ras Al Khaimah floats largest wastewater project

The Government of Ras Al Khaimah, represented by the Public Services Department, has signed a long-term Sewage Treatment Agreement (STA) with a consortium of companies, comprising Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), TAQA Water Solutions, and Saur International.

1 mins

If you don't tell your story, someone else will: Experts

Three leaders from film, architecture and cultural diplomacy convened at the IOth edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival 2026 to discuss how visual storytelling operates as soft power and why global entertainment is increasingly shifting away from longstanding Hollywood dominance.

2 mins

Israel accepts death toll of 70,000 in Gaza

Israel's military has accepted that around 70,000 Palestinians were killed during the war in Gaza, after having earlier cast doubt on death tolls reported by the enclave’s health officials, Israeli media reported on Friday citing senior military officials.

1 mins

Italian officials go on trial over migrant shipwreck

Six members of Italy’s police and coastguard go on trial on Friday over a 2023 shipwreck that killed at least 94 migrants, accused of failing to intervene on time.

2 mins

Syria govt, Kurds reach comprehensive agreement

Syria’s government and Kurdish forces reached a comprehensive deal on Friday to gradually integrate the Kurds’ military and civilian institutions into the state, which Washington described as a “historic milestone”.

1 mins

US blocked graphic Gaza humanitarian reports

US Agency for International Development staffers in early 2024 drafted a warning to senior officials in Joe Biden's administration: Northern Gaza had turned into an \"Apocalyptic Wasteland\" with dire shortages of food and medical aid.

2 mins

Rain collapses house, killing mother, 6 children

A mother and her six children have been killed in eastern Afghanistan after heavy rain caused their home to collapse while they were sleeping at night, authorities said - the latest of dozens of casualties caused by extreme weather in the impoverished country in recent days.

1 mins

170 civilians killed in Myanmar air strikes during election: UN

At least 170 civilians were killed in more than 400 military air strikes in Myanmar in the weeks surrounding its widely-criticised elections, the United Nations said on Friday.

2 mins

Kim vows to 'transform' N.Korea with building drive

Kim Jong Un vowed to \"transform\" North Korea with a drive to build public health facilities, leisure complexes and industrial plants over a third of the country, state media said on Friday.

1 mins

Real estate tycoon Roy shoots himself in office during tax raid

Confident Group Founder and Chairman CJ Roy allegedly shot himself dead at his office in Bengaluru on Friday.

3 mins

Social media is distorting our democracy

Big Tech is not merely reshaping how Americans consume information; it is warping how our democracy functions.

2 mins

Singer Nicki Minaj decides to support American president

Nicki Minaj's spectacular rise and surprising fall from public favour has been undeniably bizarre to watch.

3 mins

Everyone can see student loans are unfair except chancellor

Every so often a government comes along and makes a stupid but epoch-making change that becomes so culturally entrenched and embedded in the public finances that it’s virtually impossible to reform, let alone reverse, and does incalculable damage for generations.

2 mins

Bootcamp workouts became a lifeline beyond fitness goals

A decade ago, bootcamp workouts had little to do with appearance or chasing personal records.

3 mins

Owner, manager held in Kolkata warehouse fire

Indian police have arrested the owner and manager of a warehouse in Kolkata where at least 25 people died in a blaze, officials said.

2 mins

Apex court lauds Kerala judiciary's digital drive

The Supreme Court has commended the innovative case management system (CMS) implemented by the Kerala High Court, which aims to automate court processes and establish a paperless environment fully.

1 mins

'Metroman' slams Kerala govt's rapid rail plan

Renowned technocrat E Sreedharan launched a scathing attack on the Kerala government's decision to push ahead with a Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), accusing it of technical impracticality, policy inconsistency and political opportunism ahead of the Assembly elections.

1 mins

BJP slams Rahul for maligning 'Make in India' initiative

The BJP on Friday slammed the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of creating doubts and attempting to malign India's 'Make in India' initiative, particularly in the manufacturing sector.

2 mins

Dhaka-Karachi direct flights resume after 14 years

Direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi resumed after more than a decade, as ties warm between the two nations that have long had an uneasy relationship.

1 mins

Afridi seeks CJ help to arrange Imran, personal doctors' meet

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi ended his hours-long sit-in demonstration near Adiala Jail Rawalpindi in the wee hours of Friday following authorities’ refusal yet again to grant him access to imprisoned Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan.

2 mins

ECP upholds Sadaf's reserved seat; JUI-F terms decision 'biased'

After a suspension of nearly two years amid a “mistaken identity” controversy, Sadaf Ihsan has been reinstated as a Member of the National Assembly (MNA) on a reserved seat for women from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), drawing condemnation from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F).

1 mins

Army swiftly embracing modern technologies for 'future warfare'

Field Marshal Asim Munir lauds troops' high morale, says armed forces remain fully prepared to defend Pakistan's sovereignty against all threats

2 mins

Thousands expected as SEF 2026 opens today in Sharjah

The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF 2026) opens today (Saturday) as a flagship, two-day entrepreneurship gathering, reinforcing its position as the largest festival of its kind in the region.

2 mins

Trump taps ex-Fed insider Warsh to lead world's top central bank

President Donald Trump on Friday chose former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh to head the US central bank when Jerome Powell's leadership term ends in May, giving a frequent Fed critic a chance to put his idea of monetary policy “regime change” into practice at a moment when the White House has pushed for more control over the setting of interest rates.

3 mins

SCCI showcases food investment openings

SHARJAH: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Centre (SEDC), took part in the 31st edition of Gulfood 2026, the world's largest food and beverage sourcing exhibition, held at Dubai World Trade Centre until January 30.

1 mins

EDC reports total revenue of Dhs770m in 2025

Emirates Driving Company (EDC) announced strong financial results for the fiscal year ended 31st December, 2025, recording solid revenue growth, higher profitability and a resilient financial position.

1 mins

UAE, Scotland sign MoU to strengthen business ties

The Ministry of Investment of the United Arab Emirates and the Scottish Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral investment cooperation and promote increased mutual investment flows between both countries.

1 mins

UAE and India discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation in aviation

Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), held discussions with Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Minister of Civil Aviation of India, on ways to enhance joint cooperation in the civil aviation sector and further develop the bilateral partnership in support of economic and investment growth between the two countries.

3 mins

SRERD, SIB activate electronic services

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD) signed a memorandum of cooperation with Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) to activate a direct electronic link between the two parties.

1 mins

Resolution to consolidate assets of L'IMAD, ADQ

The Supreme Council for Financial and Economic Affairs (SCFEA) has issued a resolution to consolidate the assets and investments of L'IMAD Holding Company (L'IMAD), and the Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Group (ADQ) under the umbrella of L'IMAD.

1 mins

UAE and Chinese firms boost ties at Asian Financial Forum

The UAE took part in the 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) and Global Business Summit, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre with the Ministry of Finance leading a high-level official delegation headed by Younis Haji AlKhoori, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Finance.

2 mins

Ajman Chamber reports 17% rise in Kuwaiti membership

The Ajman Chamber revealed a 17 per cent increase in its membership from Kuwaiti nationals during 2025 compared to 2024.

1 mins

FANR launches first UAE Regulatory Forum to boost national oversight

The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) organised the first UAERegulatory Forum to strengthen cooperation, enhance regulatory effectiveness, andsupport the efficient implementation of regulations and laws across the UAE.

2 mins

Merath launches project on Yas Island

ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi’s real estate market is experiencing a dynamic phase of growth, driven by investor confidence and strong demand for premium island living.

1 mins

Al Seer Marine 2025 revenue hits Dhs1.35 billion

Al Seer Marine, a frontrunner in advanced maritime solutions and a subsidiary of IHC, on Friday announced its financial results for the year 2025, delivering a strong performance marked by an IO percent year-on-year increase in operational profit to Dhs209 million, alongside a 5.21 per cent rise in revenue to Dhs1.35 billion.

1 mins

Dubai SME launches new accelerator programme

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in strategic partnership with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has launched GameForward, a new accelerator programme designed to empower Emirati game developers and strengthen Dubai’s emerging game development ecosystem.

1 mins

Masdar City FZ wins 3 'Business Tabloid' awards

Business Tabloid Publications has honoured Masdar City Free Zone (Masdar City FZ) with three major awards, cementing its position as the UAE's fastest growing free zone and a catalyst for entrepreneurship and technology advancement.

1 mins

Tepco targets $20b in cost cuts over 10 years

Japan's Tokyo Electric Power plans to cut about 3.1 trillion yen ($20 billion) in costs over 10 years through restructuring, while seeking alliances to advance reforms and capture demand from data centres, it said on Monday.

1 mins

German industry leaders convene in RAK to strengthen trade collaboration

Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), jointly with the German Emirati Joint Council for Industry & Commerce (AHK), hosted a successful Business Breakfast in Ras Al Khaimah, aimed at strengthening engagement and collaboration among German businesses operating in the UAE.

2 mins

Hyundai Steel plans $2.9 billion capital increase for US steel plant

South Korea's Hyundai Steel said in a regulatory filing on Monday its affiliate Hyundai-POSCO Louisiana LLC plans a capital increase worth $2.9 billion for facilities investment in a US steel plant.

1 mins

Vietnam designer Phan Huy makes history as Paris Haute Couture wraps up

Vietnam's Phan

4 mins

Sundance Film Festival's big moments and breakout movies

The last Sundance Film Festival in Utah is drawing to a close this weekend.

3 mins

Kiara Advani turns heads with hot red lipstick, fans speculate ‘lip filler'

Actress Kiara Advani, on Thursday shared a video on social media flaunting her Thursday mood, where she was seen looking gorgeous in a closeup video.

2 mins

15 UAE teams to compete in all sports at AWST

Fifteen UAE teams will take part in the eighth edition of the Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST 2026), set to be held in Sharjah from Feb 2 to 12, competing across all nine sports featured in the tournament.

2 mins

Bani Yas return to winning ways with Al Nasr romp

Bani

2 mins

Seemar, Ghadayer jostle for honours at Jebel Ali Racecourse's 8th meeting

The Goffs Stakes promises a compelling clash as three-year-old juveniles step up in class. Seemar holds a strong hand with four runners, led by Ashwaan, a promising colt who made an impressive winning debut

3 mins

Winter signing Musiala returns to boost weary Bayern

Midfielder Jamal Musiala has made a timely return for a Bayern Munich side who have grown weary in recent weeks as they continue to fight on three fronts.

1 mins

PSG return to Ligue 1 action post Champions League setback

Old rivals Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Marseille come back to Ligue I with a sour taste after completing the Champions League phase.

1 mins

Coach Conte focussed on Italian League after Napoli's CL exit

Injury-hit Napoli must now refocus on the defence of their league title following their ignominious Champions League elimination, coach Antonio Conte said.

1 mins

Lyon secure Europa League top spot as Roma through to last eight

A 4-2 win at home against Greek side PAOK secured Olympique Lyonnais a top finish in the Europa League standings as Italian side AS Roma scraped into eighth place and direct passage to the last 16 on the final league phase matchday on Thursday.

2 mins

USWNT great Crystal Dunn retires from soccer at 33

Decorated defender Crystal Dunn announced her retirement from soccer on Thursday at age 33.

1 mins

Goretzka to stay at Bayern until end of season

Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka will stay at the club despite interest from overseas but will part ways with the German giants at the end of the season when his contract expires, the Germany international said on Friday.

1 mins

Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts

Arsenal travel to Leeds on Saturday desperate to prevent a English Premier League (EPL) wobble becoming something more serious as Manchester City and Aston Villa wait to pounce.

3 mins

Real refocus on Spanish League after stunning CL loss against Benfica

A day after a stunning last-minute loss to Benfica in the Champions League, Real Madrid return their focus to La Liga knowing that they need to improve.

1 mins

Rose leads at Torrey Pines as Koepka makes PGA Tour return

Justin Rose conjured a bogey-free 10-under par 62 to grab the first-round lead at Torrey Pines, where Brooks Koepka showed signs of rust but basked in a warm welcome on his return to the PGA Tour on Thursday.

1 mins

Winter Olympic dream not over, Vonn says after crash

US speed queen Lindsey Vonn insisted her dream of competing at next week's Winter Olympics was “not over” despite a crash during the Crans-Montana downhill on Friday.

1 mins

De Kock ton powers South Africa to series win against West Indies

Quinton de Kock used a borrowed bat to hammer a series-clinching century for South Africa in the second T20 international against the West Indies at SuperSport Park on Thursday.

1 mins

Sabalenka's new mentality faces Rybakina's resolve in Melbourne final

Sabalenka hasn't dropped a set en route to the final, her fourth in succession at the Australian Open, nor has Rybakina. That hasn’t happened at a Grand Slam since 2008

3 mins

Pakistan skipper Agha confirms he will bat at No. 3 in T20 WC

As Pakistan provided hints to a new-look top six during the first T20I against Australia, captain Salman Ali Agha has confirmed he will bat at No. 3 for the side during the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

2 mins

Djokovic sees off Sinner to set up title showdown with Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic stunned reigning champion Jannik Sinner early Saturday to set up a blockbuster Australian Open final with Carlos Alcaraz after the Spaniard survived a five-set clash of his own with Alexander Zverev.

3 mins

Samson under spotlight as India aim to win series finale versus New Zealand

All eyes will once again be on hometown hero Sanju Samson as Team India looks to sign off the five-match T20I series on a winning note against New Zealand at the Greenfield Stadium here on Saturday.

2 mins

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