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In a world that is fast, divided, and distracted, kindness is not soft; it is essential.

Kindness: The leadership secret too many people ignore

How small acts of care can inspire, build trust, and leave a lasting legacy

A global cyber treaty for a safer digital world

UN pact on cybercrime aims to harmonise laws, boost cooperation, defend the vulnerable

Leveraging modern technologies, cybercriminals can launch attacks from anywhere in the world, exploiting vulnerabilities swiftly and widely.

Climate change has a communication problem

Fear-based storytelling has hit its limit — next shift is clarity, empathy and credibility

Indigenous people pose next to a giant inflatable globe during the "Indigenous People Global March" at the COP30 UN Climate Change Conference in Belem, Para state, Brazil, on November 17, 2025.

Rahul Gandhi and the politics of disappearing acts

How Congress scion’s missteps expose a leadership vacuum his party can no longer ignore

Rahul Gandhi needs to end his relentless negativity and offer solutions if he wants to continue in politics.

Why learning is key to building social cohesion

Shared learning builds empathy, confidence and stronger communities across the UAE

Education – in its broadest sense – is one of the most powerful ways to bring people together.

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Bihar’s landslide verdict reshapes political narrative

Women voters, welfare schemes and political discipline shaped a decisive NDA sweep

While Bihar was important for the BJP, it was even more important for the opposition to change the narrative.

Autonomous cars and the future of Middle East mobility

From decarbonisation to safety, self-driving vehicles are pillar of green transition

Self-driving cars can communicate with each other to coordinate speeds and improve traffic flow, which reduces congestion and enhances transport efficiency.

What surprised me most in a driverless Abu Dhabi taxi

Abu Dhabi tests fully autonomous taxis as Uber and WeRide move closer to public rollout

Trial run of Uber autonomous vehicle at Yas Island as Uber has partnered with WeRide to offer autonomous vehicle rides in Abu Dhabi.

How corporate leaders stay ahead of the game

High performers align on outcomes and build learning rhythms that turn noise into judgment

High performing firms run a weekly “sense-making” rhythm. Rather than long status meetings, teams submit short, comparative briefs.

What if there were no Abraham Accords?

UAE’s intervention countered isolation and helped preserve space for Palestinian state

In Gaza, the UAE has emerged as one of the largest providers of humanitarian aid, contributing nearly half of all international assistance entering the Strip through air, land, and sea.

Birthdays then and now: From saying cheese to selfies

A look at childhood parties, family traditions, and how celebrations have changed in UAE

Celebrations are meant to be joyful, not stressful. The gifts, the venue, the tech — they’re just icing on the cake.

How the UAE is redesigning education for workforce

Training and digital fluency are reshaping how students learn — and how employers hire

Foomscrolling makes one believe that AI is replacing human professionals - an impoverished view of who we humans are.

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