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Finding Home in the UAE: A Journey of growth and belonging

Home in UAE: A journey of growth and belongingKRITA COELHO

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DreamFolks expands global reach with strategic acquisition of Dubai's 'Easy to Travel'

DreamFolks acquires Dubai's Easy to TravelGULF NEWS REPORT

Miss Jamaica, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, was rushed to hospital after she stumbled off the stage during the Miss Universe competition.

Miss Jamaica on the mend and recovering: MUO LAKSHANA N PALAT

UAE residents opt for meaningful escapes over quick getaways this Eid Al Etihad

UAE residents seek meaningful Eid Al Etihad escapesFRIDAY

The defendant had paid only Dh5,000, leaving Dh20,174 outstanding.

COURT AND CRIME

Man to pay Dh20,174 for unpaid 114-day car rentalKHITAM AL AMIR

Director John M Chu's 'Wicked', starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.

Golden Globes 2026 nominee list: Snubs and surprises LAKSHANA N PALAT

Men's Wellness Travel: A new path to mental health and connection

New path to mental health and connectionKEITH FERNANDEZ

From Physics to Partition: Sam Dalrymple's quest to reconnect lost histories

Sam Dalrymple's quest to reconnect lost historiesFRIDAY

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

SAVING AND INVESTMENT

Remit now? Rupee, peso exchange rates stay weak in UAENIVETHA DAYANAND

‘Sholay: The Final Cut’ returns with original ending and restored 4K magic

‘Sholay: The Final Cut’ returns with original endingDEVADASAN K P

IndiGo cancels up to 2,000 flights, leaving thousands of passengers stranded across India. Aviation authorities are redistributing its slots to competitors.

IndiGo cancellations: Rival airlines to get 110 slots JAY HILOTIN

Watch: Dazzling DSF fireworks thrill visitors at Dubai Festival City Mall

DSF fireworks dazzle at Dubai Festival City mallDEVADASAN K P

Over the first nine days of December, Dubai’s retail gold prices have seen minimal movement.

Dubai gold steady as bullion cools ahead of Fed callNIVETHA DAYANAND

Road maintenance work Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi road closure adds to UAE traffic delaysCHRISTIAN BORBON

Partly cloudy skies in Dubai

UAE weather: Partly cloudy skies and rising humidityCHRISTIAN BORBON

This videograb taken from handout footage released by Benin TV on December 7, 2025, shows soldiers from the "Military Committee for Refoundation" (CMR), appearing on state television in Cotonou, after a reported attempted coup in the West African nation.

Benin coup attempt: Nigerian jets strike rebelsAFP

Dubai skyline 2025

UAE businesses confident despite trade, tariff risksJUSTIN VARGHESE

Dubai e-scooter crash leaves rider with three spinal fractures

Dubai e-scooter crash leaves man with spinal fracturesAGHADDIR ALI

Anthony Black of the Orlando Magic dunks the ball during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2025-26 NBA Emirates Cup on November 25.

December to fuel playoff rush for Emirates NBA CupBY MOHAMMAD AKKAWI, SPECIAL TO GULF NEWS

The Philippine Social Security System (SSS) headquaters on East Avenue, Quezon City, Metro Manila.

Manila: Tissue paper tsunami, ghost pensions at SSSJAY HILOTIN

Kangana Ranaut, Mahua Moitra and Supriya Sule, from rival political parties, dance together at a wedding, generating chatter within their parties and outrage among the public.

Celebrity politicians: India's new era of camaraderieSWATI CHATURVEDI

Meet the cast of The Unfriend: Kat Kinsella, Seb Murphy, Mannon Maindivide, Harry Apostoleris, Brittany Wood, Tanush Singh and Danni Thomas.

Inside a Dubai play: How UAE stage actors spin magic LAKSHANA N PALAT

Adam Mitchell #3 of Auckland City FC takes a hydration break during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group C match between SL Benfica and Auckland City FC at Inter&Co Stadium on June 20, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Mandatory 3-minute hydration breaks at 2026 World CupJAYDIP SENGUPTA

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a news conference. File photo taken on Aug. 12, 2025, in Tampa, Florida

Florida governor declares CAIR, MB 'terrorist groups'AP

Dileep acquitted: How Judge Honey Varghese handled the controversial 2017 case

Who is Honey Varghese, judge behind Dileep verdictLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Margarida Corceiro (left), Portuguese television actress and model and girlfriend of McLaren's British driver Lando Norris follows the race during the Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring circuit in Mogyorod near Budapest.

Who is F1 champion Lando Norris’ girlfriend?JAI RAI

Dubai resident shocked: He rented his India flat for Dh4,000—but lost Dh1,200

He rents a house for Dh4,000 but ends up losing Dh1,200JUSTIN VARGHESE

A tsunami warning flashes over live footage of a waterfront area, on a television screen in Sapporo, in Japan’s northern Hokkaido prefecture on December 9, 2025.

M7.6 quake in Japan: 10 hurt, more tremors expectedAFP

US President Donald Trump and Ilhan Omar, Minnesota’s most prominent Somali American and Democratic US Representative.

Donald Trump vs Ilhan Omar: What to knowAP

US President Donald Trump (L), backdropped by Turbines at the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre, also known as the Aberdeen Bay Wind Farm, walks on the first fairway after playing off the first tee to officially open the Trump International Golf Links course in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire, north east Scotland on July 29, 2025.

US judge throws out Trump's order blocking wind energyAP

FILE - Plastic bottles of Pepsi are displayed at a grocery store, Nov. 15, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)

PepsiCo to cut prices, eliminate products in new driveAP

The Warner Bros. water tower is seen at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, Calif., Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros: What to knowAP

The IMF has taken note of the implementation of reforms in Pakistan that helped preserve macroeconomic stability despite recent shocks to the country.

IMF releases $1.2 billion to PakistanAFP

President Donald Trump speaks during a roundtable on farm subsidies in the Cabinet Room of the White House, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

What Trump said about strike on drug boat survivorsAP

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (back) is welcomed by France's President Emmanuel Macron at a European Council meeting gathering the 27 EU leaders to discuss Ukraine, European defence, recent developments in the Middle East, competitiveness, housing and migration, in Brussels on October 23, 2025.

European allies back Zelensky after Trump criticismAFP

Bruno Fernandes

Man Utd back on tract after Fernandez's doubleAFP

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has acted as an ambassador for the technology and sought to get governments, as well as private enterprise, to buy early or risk being left behind by those who embrace AI.

US will allow sale of Nvidia AI chips to China: TrumpAFP

Reddit says Australia's under-16 social media ban 'legally erroneous'

Australia's socmed ban 'legally erroneous': RedditAFP

UAE launches new AI ecosystem for global agricultural development

UAE's AI ecosystem to transform global agricultureHUDA ATA

Indian rupee crashes again: UAE dirham now gets you ₹24.55, remittances surge

Indian rupee crashes again: UAE dirham gets you ₹24.6JUSTIN VARGHESE

From horses to K9 demos: 300 students join Dubai Police winter forum

Dubai Police trains 300 students in horsemanshipAGHADDIR ALI

Saudi schools in Jeddah, Rabigh and Khulais move online as red alert issued

Severe weather: Jeddah schools shift to online classesHUDA ATA

'Will my Netflix UAE membership change?': 7 viewer questions, answered

Netflix UAE membership to change soon? 7 FAQs, answeredJUSTIN VARGHESE

From transfer tips to global influence: Romano’s journey in independent reporting

Fabrizio Romano on scoops and building audience trustLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

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Dubai launches ‘Jabr’ to support families after a deathSAJILA SASEENDRAN

A window into the Emirate’s thriving present and ambitious future

RAK's sustainable journey highlighted at BRIDGE SummitLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Official accreditation under child-friendly programme

Sharjah Police honoured for child and family supportAGHADDIR ALI

A search had been underway for the accused, identified as Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra.

Goa club fire: Owners fled to Thailand hours after fireSTEPHEN N R

Mohamed Salah has been dropped from Liverpool's squad for their Champions League tie away to Inter Milan following incendiary remarks about his relationship with manager Arne Slot and his treatment by the Premier League club.

Salah out of Liverpool squad for Inter Milan tripAFP

“The creation of the Defence Forces Headquarters is a vital move in this direction,” Field Marshal Munir said

Munir hails new CDF HQ, stresses integrationGULF NEWS REPORT

Players, men’s and women’s teams head coaches and dignitaries from the ECB and Bisleri pose at the Dubai International Stadium.

UAE preparing well for T20 World Cup: Captain WaseemJAI RAI

Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of BRIDGE, at the opening of the event.

UAE sets global media agenda as BRIDGE Summit beginsBALARAM MENON

Winners with the officials at Al Habtoor Tennis

Champion Marcinko promises to be back to defend crownGULF NEWS REPORT

Gold bangles on sale at a jewellery store in India.

UAE NRIs may soon find it easier to carry gold homeJUSTIN VARGHESE

Authorities warn of tsunami waves reaching up to 3 metres

7.6 earthquake hits Japan, tsunami warning issuedAP

The schedule includes seven weekly flights from Tehran, three from Lamerd, two from Qeshm, and one each from Shiraz and Bandar Abbas.

Sharjah Airport adds new Caspian Airlines routesBALARAM MENON

Al Wathba to host UAE’s massive New Year’s Eve celebration

UAE to welcome New Year with 62-minute fireworks showALI AL HAMMADI

The project is considered one of the most significant modern infrastructure undertakings between two Gulf nations, and envisaged as a major artery for high-speed travel.

New 785km rail to cut Riyadh–Doha travel to 2 hoursHUDA ATA

Lulu's Yusuffali leads UAE residents' aid for Sri Lanka with LKR 32 million donation

Lulu boss donates LKR 32m for Sri Lanka cyclone reliefSAJILA SASEENDRAN

Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025 highlights future economic transformations

Sheikh Khaled attends opening of Abu Dhabi Finance WeekWAM

Abu Dhabi is in the grip of Ronaldo fever as global football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived in the city with his Saudi club Al Nassr

Why is Cristiano Ronaldo visiting Abu Dhabi? SHAMSEER MOHAMMED

Ishan Shivanand’s bestseller 'The Practice of Immortality' captivates audiences at Sharjah Book Fair 2025

Ishan Shivanand’s bestseller shines at Sharjah FairFRIDAY

The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025, Osaka.

UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 wins silver at Asia AwardsASHWANI KUMAR

Dubai hosts global green AI conference to tackle environmental challenges

Dubai to host pioneering green AI conference in 2026GULF NEWS REPORT

Vehicle collides with pickup, bursts into flames on Eastern Desert Road

Four judges killed in tragic Minya road crash KHITAM AL AMIR

IIndia’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming US Vice President JD Vance, wife Usha Vance and their children at his residence in New Delhi in April.

'Isn’t your wife Indian?' JD Vance faces backlash STEPHEN N R

Grandmother, daughter kill 14-year-old boy; commit suicide over financial distress in Bengaluru

Grandmom, daughter kill 14-year-old boy; commit suicideIANS

UAE cracks down on e-invoicing breaches with fines

UAE tax alert: Up to Dh5,000 fine for flouting rulesLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Branding photo of Aldar, Abu Dhabi's leading regional developer.

Affordable living key to Abu Dhabi’s growth: Aldar CEONIVETHA DAYANAND

The case involves the fatal shooting of a 66-year-old mother and her two daughters, aged 36 and 38

COURT AND CRIME

RAK triple murder trial on, family seeks death penaltyAGHADDIR ALI

Organiser of the Eid Al Etihad Festival in Ajman Naveed Ahmed (R) with OPF Chairman Syed Qamar Raza (L) at the event.

Pakistani community marks Eid Al Etihad Festival 2025A AHMED

For newsrooms juggling breaking stories, limited staffing, and the pressure of constant coverage, AI serves as an accelerator rather than a replacement.

Is AI replacing journalists? AREEBA HASHMI

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Dubai to get 152 new parks, 33km cycling tracksSAJILA SASEENDRAN

Abu Dhabi’s Smart City program, launched two and a half years ago, has introduced technologies such as autonomous vehicles on city roads.

Abu Dhabi to invest Dh240b in new infrastructure driveNIVETHA DAYANAND

Today’s pledging moment is the third hosted in Abu Dhabi, following summits in 2013 and 2019 that collectively raised $6.6 billion for GPEI’s work to end polio.

Global leaders pledge $1.9b in Abu Dhabi to end polioWAM

Should you ditch Chrome? Apple flags privacy threat on iPhone and Mac

iPhone, Mac users alert: Is Chrome spying on you?LEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Drivers during the end of the season group photograph at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025.

No more DRS, but more overtakes to mark 2026 F1 seasonJAYDIP SENGUPTA

From Left: Neil Mandt, Produce & Entrepreneur ; Jatin Deepchandani, CEO Eventyst Global.

Neil Mandt to reveal AI’s real estate futureGULF NEWS REPORT

Dr Jaffer Khan

Dr Jaffer Khan elevates precision in plastic surgeryBY FRIDAY

Machines Can Think 2026 launches in Abu Dhabi, fueling UAE’s $100 billion AI push

Machines Can Think 2026 launches in Abu DhabiGULF NEWS REPORT

The decision follows the strong success the initiative has achieved since its launch last year

Dubai expands taxi ride-sharing trial to more locationsANUPAM VARMA

After wedding is called off, Smriti Mandhana returns to practice ahead of Sri Lanka T20 series

Smriti back to practice ahead of Sri Lanka T20 seriesJAI RAI

IndiGo refunds Dh41 million, operates 1800+ flights with 91% punctuality amid recovery.

IndiGo refunds Dh41 million amid flight recoveryDHANUSHA GOKULAN

In India, the government has capped airfares to avoid a price surge.

Will IndiGo’s chaos hit UAE airfares?DHANUSHA GOKULAN

Abu-Dhabi-Skyline

UAE ranks among top 10 globally for project managementJUSTIN VARGHESE

Youniq: A new fashion brand for trend-conscious youthGN FOCUS REPORT

UAE National Day: Aster plants 2,000 mangrove saplings to boost coastal restoration in Ras Al Khaimah

Aster leads mangrove plantation drive in Ras Al KhaimahCHRISTIAN BORBON

The minister reaffirmed the UAE’s position as one of the region’s most diversified economies.

UAE’s future growth lies in infrastructure: AlsuwaidiNIVETHA DAYANAND

A one-time waiver allows free changes or cancellations for tickets booked till December 4 for travel through December 15.

IndiGo crisis: Air India refunds and waivers explainedLEKSHMY PAVITHRAN

Asyad Group executes a complex air transport from Italy to Oman for OQRPI

Asyad Group airlifts cargo from Italy to Oman for OQRPIGULF NEWS REPORT

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UAE ministry strips university of accreditationSAJILA SASEENDRAN

Santas ski, race and ride camels as Christmas spirit spreads worldwide

Santas race, ski and ride camels as Christmas nearsDEVADASAN K P

Alejandro Helbling, Chief Patient Experience Officer at PureHealth

Abu Dhabi unveils region's 1st luxury hospitality modelALI AL HAMMADI

Over 60,000 media, tech, and arts professionals gather for three days of ideas, innovation, and partnerships.

Bridge Summit 2025 kicks off in Abu DhabiAALIYA ALZAROONI

File photo of Jihad Azour, director of Middle East and Central Asia at the International Monetary Fund.

BANKING & INSURANCE

What the IMF says to watch in 2026NIVETHA DAYANAND

Al Maryah Island is home to the Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Dh60 bn expansion planned for Al Maryah Island DHANUSHA GOKULAN

UAE firm ordered to pay worker Dh223,000 in withheld wages

Employee denied salary for 30 months wins Dh223,000KHITAM AL AMIR

Global Village stands out as a top spot for food lovers, with every corner showcasing a different culture. Guests can enjoy a full meal or grab a quick bite from its wide mix of restaurants, cafes and kiosks.

Six new food spots to try at Global VillageBALARAM MENON

For those looking to book, the carrier noted that flight purchases and optional add-ons can be secured through various payment options.

Airline launches Dh1 flights from DubaiCHRISTIAN BORBON

Alan Howard

How Abu Dhabi became Brevan Howard’s most powerful hubNIVETHA DAYANAND

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