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The ultimate guide to Coldplay's Abu Dhabi concerts

Here's everything you need to know before the British band's epic performance kicks off a Zayed Sports City tonigh

Ukraine claims attack on oil depot serving air base for Russian nuclear bombers

Ukraine launched an overnight strike deep inside Russia that set fire to an oil depot in the city of Engels that serves an air base for Russian nuclear bomber planes, the Ukrainian military said on Wednesday.

Germany says borders must not be moved by force after Trump statement

Trump has refused to rule out using military or economic action to pursue an acquisition of the Panama Canal and Greenland

France warns Trump against threatening 'sovereign borders' on Greenland

France on Wednesday warned Donald Trump against threatening \"sovereign borders\" after the US president-elect refused to rule out military action to take Greenland, an autonomous territory of European Union member Denmark.

Tens of thousands flee as wildfires tear through LA

More than 30,000 people evacuated their homes as a wildfire tore through a coastal area of Los Angeles in just a few hours, and a second blaze some 50km inland was rapidly spreading on Wednesday.

Vietnam to reward traffic offender snitches

Vietnam is to pay residents who snitch on traffic offenders up to five million dong ($200) as the Southeast Asian country strives to bring rule-breaking drivers into line on its notoriously chaotic roads.

Deschamps confirms he will leave France job in 2026, successor not yet named

France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed on Wednesday he will leave the national team after the 2026 World Cup, saying it was time to stop as Zinedine Zidane appears as the heavy favourite to take over.

RAK grooming one of oldest villages into a tourist spot

Among the oldest villages in the UAE, Al Jazeera Al Hamra serves as living proof of centuries of traditional Emirati architecture.

Once dark spaces, gaming cafés are now hubs that offer big prizes

Gaming cafés, once dark, techdated spaces, have undergone a dramatic transformation into RGB-lit bustling hubs of social interaction, national tournaments, and training grounds for international champions.

Tie still alive, says Howe, despite Newcastle United's win at Arsenal

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe urged caution despite a 2-0 victory at Arsenal on Tuesday, putting his in-form side within touching distance of a place in the League Cup final.

Dh421M water saving projects are under way

Water-saving projects worth Dh421 million are under way across the UAE, which include the construction of 20 new water facilities and expansions of three existing dams across 12 areas in the country.

Aussie showman Kyrgios makes long-awaited comeback to Melbourne

Grand Slam fans have been starved of showman Nick Kyrgios for over two years but will lap up every minute when the tennis maverick returns to his home Australian Open next week.

Yash shares glimpse of new film on 39th birthday

Actor Yash who gained fame with KGF turned 39 on January 8.

Novak makes another push for the summit

The blazing fire of the golden era of men's tennis has been reduced to dying embers without Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal but Novak Djokovic can send one last flame shooting into the Melbourne sky at this year's Australian Open.

Be disciplined in life: John's advice to students

Bollywood actor John Abraham attended the anti-drug awareness campaign event in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday. The actor called himself an example of a disciplined life and encouraged students to stay away from drugs.

One body recovered from flooded Indian mine as rescuers search for trapped men

The body of a miner was recovered from a flooded coal mine in a remote district of India's northeastern state of Assam on Wednesday, two days into the search for nine men trapped below ground.

Ananya Panday reveals marriage plans

Bollywood actor Ananya Panday has been making waves in both her personal and professional life. From her recent box-office successes to rumoured relationships, the young starlet continues to capture the attention of fans and media alike.

Second accused in Liam Payne drug death surrenders: Argentine police

The second of two men accused of supplying drugs to British singer Liam Payne, who plunged to his death from a third-floor hotel room in Buenos Aires last year, has turned himself in, Argentine police said Tuesday.

Rybakina to defend Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open title

Reigning champion Elena Rybakina will defend her title at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, taking place from February 1-8 at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City, and is back fully fit after missing much of the end of last season because of illness and injury.

'Comeback' queen Demi Moore 'has always been here,' says director

Demi Moore's Golden Globe best actress win for The Substance has, almost overnight, transformed the 1990s megastar into a seemingly unlikely favourite for the Oscars.

UAE issues new law, sets age limit for marriage, penalties for abusing parents

The UAE Government issued a new decree-law on Wednesday that supports family stability and community cohesion.

Rents could drop in some old buildings with smart rental index

New buildings could see rent hikes of up to 15 per cent

Indian media made me more responsible, says Hrithik Roshan

Hrithik Roshan debuted in Bollywood with the 2000 film Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai and now on January 14, he will mark his 25th year as an actor in the Indian film industry.

Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan exude royal vibes in new pics

Bollywood couple Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan never fail to dress to impress.

RAKBank primed to cash in on UAE growth

The UAE continues to demonstrate resilience, supported by its diverse and robust economy, a senior banking official said.

Alia Bhatt 'back to the grind' post family vacation in Thailand

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is back at work after a long vacation with family in Thailand.

Consortium led by Arab Energy Fund completes Metito acquisition

The Arab Energy Fund (TAEF), formerly known as Apicorp, a leading multilateral impact financial institution focused on the MENA energy sector, has successfully led a consortium to acquire a 100 per cent stake in, and provide further growth capital to, Metito Utilities, a global investor, developer and operator of sustainable water management solutions and climate resilient water assets.

Sobha Group gives Dh150M in bonuses to employees

Sobha Group, a major private developer in Dubai, on Wednesday announced that it awarded Dh150 million bonus to its employees in December who were not covered under its incentive programmes.

Easing gold prices a welcome trend for consumers

Prospective jewellery and bullion buyers have reason to celebrate as the recent record rally in gold prices shows signs of cooling. Analysts are now revising their bullish gold price projections, pushing the anticipated $3,000 per ounce target from the end of 2025 to mid2026.

Alia Bhatt 'back to the grind' post family vacation in Thailand

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is back at work after a long vacation with family in Thailand.