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Rihanna’s catchy bop Work turns 10

A billion streams later, the 2016 era is officially back online

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Rihanna attends The Gotham Awards at Cipriani Wall Street on December 01, 2025 in New York City.

Why UAE does not respond to the frenzied media campaign

Media attacks on the UAE abandon ethics, evidence and statecraft

The UAE’s decision not to respond directly to social media campaigns against it can be understood as a wise and calculated choice, consistent with its ethical and political vision.

France to vote on social media ban for children

Legislation also provides for a ban on mobile phones in high schools

As social media has grown around the world, so has concern that too much screen time is arresting child development and contributing to declining mental health in minors.

This law changes how parents must protect kids online

Find out what caregivers in the UAE must do to protect children online under the new law

The Child Digital Safety Law now places clear legal responsibilities on caregivers from monitoring activity to reporting harmful content.

UAE law now requires parents to monitor children online

Parents and caregivers are now required by law to supervise children’s online use

UAE’s new Child Digital Safety Law now makes parents legally responsible for children’s online activity

UK, France mull social media bans for youth

Australia became the first nation to prohibit under-16s from using social media platforms

A new book “The Anxious Generation” has said that too much time looking at screens - particularly social media - was rewiring children’s brains and “causing an epidemic of mental illness”.

Viral video leads to Kerala man’s tragic suicide

Relatives say man was in severe mental distress after video went viral

Viral harassment video blamed in Kerala man’s suicide

Viral choking game: Dubai Police issue strong warning

Authorities urge families to warn teens as deadly social media challenges spread

From choking games to dangerous stunts, social media challenges are putting teens’ lives at risk

UAE tightens child safety rules for foreign apps

Comply or be blocked: Foreign platforms have one year to comply with new law

The Child Digital Safety Law (CDS Law) protects children from harmful content, including any online material that could negatively affect their morals, mental well-being, or social values and that breaks media standards.

Meet Meta’s new president: Dina Powell McCormick

Former Trump adviser and Egyptian-American banker joins Meta to lead AI and global growth

Meta names former Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman

UAE: Pet gazelle goes missing in Ras Al Khaimah

Owner appeals for help to find gazelle last seen near Sheikh Khalifa Mosque in Al Riffa

A baby pet gazelle has gone missing in Ras Al Khaimah.

Why Emaar’s Alabbar says the UAE is winning

Mohamed Alabbar shares candid insights on why the UAE is the ultimate hub for success

At the 1 Billion Followers Summit, Alabbar discusses why some countries grow while others fall behind.

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