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Austrian far-right leader tasked with forming govt

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen tasked the leader of the far-right Freedom Party (FPO) on Monday with forming a coalition government after a centrist bid to assemble one without the FPO collapsed unexpectedly over the weekend.

Chefs give a modern touch to traditional Emirati cuisine

Iconic dishes like Aseeda and Umm Ali are presented in ways that attract both younger generation and non-Arab diners

US to ease Syria aid restrictions while keeping sanctions in place

The US is set to announce an easing of restrictions on providing humanitarian aid and other basic services such as electricity to Syria while maintaining its strict sanctions regime, people briefed on the matter told Reuters.

No chores for women as Irish expats celebrate Little Christmas

The day, called Nollaig na mBan, is meant to serve as a big thanks to women who have worked hard over the festive season, preparing food and presents

Israel medics, army say three killed in West Bank shooting

Gunmen opened fire on Monday on a bus and other vehicles near a village in the occupied West Bank, killing three people and wounding seven, the Israeli military and emergency services said.

India’s services sector ends 2024 on a strong footing

PMI data shows activity in the sector has been in expansionary territory for more than three years

Blinken calls for push to get Gaza truce deal over 'finish line'

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called on Monday for a final push for a Gaza ceasefire before President Joe Biden leaves office, after a Hamas official told Reuters the group had cleared a list of 34 hostages as first to go free under a truce.

UAE skies saw more than Im planes in 2024

The UAE achieved a milestone in the aviation sector with 1 million air movements in 2024, as air traffic grew 10.3 per cent in 2024 compared to 2023, said the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).

Dollar falls sharply after report on narrower tariffs

The US dollar was lower on Monday in volatile trading after conflicting reports about how aggressive President-elect Donald Trump's planned tariffs would be when he takes office.

UAE visit visa approvals rising, say travel agents

Lately, approval of visit visas has been on the rise, with applicants increasingly providing all necessary documents, say travel industry executives. Visitors coming to the UAE are required to carry a return air ticket, proof of accommodation and a certain amount of funds.

Steelmakers sue Biden administration over decision to block merger

US President Joe Biden violated the Constitution by blocking Nippon Steel's $14.9 billion bid for US Steel through a sham national security review, the companies alleged in a lawsuit they said was filed on Monday.

Scholarships and simplified accreditation in HEIs for Emirati students

Dubai is boosting support for Emirati students by offering continued scholarships and simplifying the accreditation process for higher education institutions across the emirate.

‘Why am I going to school at night?’

When Zoya, a nursery student living in AI Majaz 3, Sharjah, stepped outside at 5.50am to board her school bus on Monday, she asked her mother, \"Why am I going to school at night?\"

Gen Z workers embrace conscious unbossing’

Radwa AI Amin, a 25-year-old marketing specialist in Dubai, thrives as a contributor and is content with her career.

Schools report nearly 100% attendance after winter break

For many students, the return to school marked the start of a busy period, with exams approaching

After a drop below 2°C, UAE to witness stable weather

Over the weekend, heavy rains swept across several regions of the UAE, accompanied by near-freezing temperatures in multiple areas.

Motorists lost 35 hrs in Dubai traffic snarls in 2024: Study

Dubai motorists lost an average of around 35 hours in traffic jams in 2024 two hours more than the previous year - as the city's population and vehicle numbers grew.

UAE-based gamers reveal the most anticipated video games of 2025

Gaming influencers and content creators share their thoughts on the upcoming releases including Grand Theft Auto 6

Bezos's Blue Origin poised for first orbital launch next week

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's company Blue Origin is poised to launch its first orbital rocket next week, marking a pivotal moment in the commercial space race currently dominated by Elon Musk's SpaceX.

NYC starts driver congestion charging despite opposition

Similar driver-tolling schemes have been operated for years in other megacities including London and Stockholm

Video games to watch out for

The year promises several big titles for players across platforms

Serbia says 2024 was its hottest year in history

Serbia recorded its hottest year in history in 2024, the Balcountry's meteorological office said this week.

39 bell tolls begin 6-day final national sendoff for Carter

Mourners began paying their respects to Jimmy Carter on Saturday, as a carefully choreographed six-day farewell for America's longest-lived president got underway.

Sabalenka rallies past Kudermetova for Brisbane title

Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka geared up for her title defence at the year's opening Grand Slam with a battling 4-6 6-3 6-2 win over Russian qualifier Polina Kudermetova in the final of the Brisbane International on Sunday.

Guardiola still waiting for 'old' Man City's return

No, you judge the results. We saw in many years our level. We are not at our level.\" Pep Guardiola Man City coach after his team's 4-1 win over West Ham

Unstoppable Gauff outplays Swiatek as Team USA lift United Cup title

Coco Gauff roared past Iga Swiatek to inspire team USA on Sunday before Taylor Fritz sealed the United Cup title with victory over Poland's Hubert Hurkacz in Sydney.

Two top Fed officials say job not yet done on inflation

Two Federal Reserve policymakers on Saturday said they feel the US central bank's job on taming inflation is not yet done, but also signaled they do not want to risk damaging the labor market as they try to finish that job.

Arsenal boss Arteta aghast at Brighton penalty

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said he had never seen anything like Brighton's controversial penalty to earn a 1-1 draw on Saturday that dealt another seismic blow to the Gunners' Premier League title challenge.

Jimenez rises to the occasion as Fulham survive big scare

Raul Jimenez scored two equalisers from the penalty spot in a dramatic second half as Fulham held Ipswich Town to a 2-2 draw at Craven Cottage in the Premier League on Sunday, extending the hosts' unbeaten streak to eight league matches.

Poker Face, Tuz shine as Meydan welcomes New Year

Meydan’s Sword of Honour racenight produced a battle worthy of the name when Poker Face edged out Holloway Boy in the featured G2 Zabeel Mile.