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Pogacar delighted after winning UAE Tour title

Tadej Pogacar was delighted after producing a vintage display on Jebel Hafeet to win the seventh and final stage of the UAE Tour.

Strengthening global trade partnerships for the future

The Thailand pavilion at Gulfood 2025 has once again demonstrated the country's leadership in food innovation, quality, and international trade.

EU suspends sanctions on key Syria economic sectors

The European Union on Monday eased sanctions on Syria's energy, transport and banking sectors in a bid to help the country's reconstruction after the fall of Bashar Al Assad.

UAE reduces working hours for private sector staff during Ramadan

The UAE has announced reduced working hours for private sector employees during the month of Ramadan.

Bybit operations back to normal after crypto hack

Dubai-headquartered crypto exchange By-bit processed over 350,000 withdrawal requests within 12 hours after the largest hack in crypto history.

Jesse Eisenberg calls Emma Stone his 'fairy godmother'

Jesse Eisenberg called actress Emma Stone his \"fairy godmother\" during his acceptance speech for best screenplay at the 2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards, said The Hollywood Reporter.

After three years of war, Trump hands Russian economy a lifeline

Russia's overheating economy is on the cusp of serious cooling, as huge fiscal stimulus, soaring interest rates, stubbornly high inflation and Western sanctions take their toll, but after three years of war, Washington may just have thrown Moscow a lifeline. US President Donald Trump is pushing for a quick deal to end the war in Ukraine, alarming Washington's European allies by leaving them and Ukraine out of initial talks with Russia and blaming Kyiv for Russia's 2022 invasion, political gifts for Moscow that could also bring strong economic benefits.

Lebanon not battleground for 'wars of others', leader tells Iran

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun told a visiting Iranian delegation on Sunday that the war-scarred country was \"tired\" of external conflicts playing out on its territory.

Modi uses mega Hindu festival to burnish credentials

The quest of millions seeking salvation at the world's largest religious festival has also been a golden opportunity for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to burnish Hindu nationalist credentials.

Ex-PM Thaksin apologises over massacre in south Thailand

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra apologised on Sunday over the deaths of scores of Muslim protesters who suffocated in army trucks two decades ago in the country's south.

Pope, in critical condition, had tranquil night: Vatican

Francis has been in hospital since Feb 14 after experiencing difficulty breathing and subsequently had pneumonia diagnosed in lungs

Macron, Starmer to meet Trump to discuss Ukraine-Russia war

The leaders are expected to try to convince US president not to rush to a ceasefire deal with Putin

Gaza truce gravely endangered after Israel's prisoner delay, says Hamas

Hamas on Sunday said Israel has gravely endangered a five-week-old Gaza truce by delaying the release of Palestinian prisoners under the deal because of the manner it has freed Israeli hostages.

Dubai Ruler crowns Arab Hope Maker

Ahmed Zeinoon from Morocco crowned Arab Hope Maker 2025 for his efforts in helping children with rare disease; 3 winners awarded Dh1 million prize money each

Following the threads of memory

When Vino Supraja decided on sustainable fashion, she looked homewards for the tools - and the canvas - to create

French nuclear-powered carrier makes first visit to Philippines

Rising tensions in the South China Sea have made freedom of navigation exercises \"even more important\", France's ambassador to the Philippines said on Sunday, as the nuclear-powered Charles De Gaulle made its first port visit to the country.

'Worst is over' as Chile's 'stolen' babies reunite with mother

Four decades after they were cruelly forced apart, US-raised Adamary Garcia and her birth mother fell into each other's arms Saturday at the airport in Santiago, Chile.

Japan's emperor hopes for peace, 80 years after WWII end

Japan's Emperor Naruhito renewed his wish for world peace on his birthday, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the Imperial Household Agency said on Sunday.

UAE-based Ibrahim Gailani completes artwork for ICC Champions Trophy

The container he designed is equipped with 250 bespoke kits including bats and gloves

This is not a unicorn, but Apple gets close

You don't look for audiophile quality sound in any in-ear or open ear headphone.

Pee-wee's Playhouse actor Lynne Marie Stewart passes away

Lynne Marie Stewart, best known for her role as Miss Yvonne in Pee-wee's Playhouse and appearances in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, passed away at the age of 78.

Rumble and Trump Media file motion in US court over decision by Brazilian judge

The motion seeks to stop orders issued by the judge, as they said Moraes' rulings 'violate American sovereignty, the US Constitution, and US laws.'

Willing to give up presidency if it means peace in Ukraine, says Zelensky

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he was willing to give up his position if it meant peace in Ukraine, quipping that he could exchange his departure for Ukraine's entry into Nato.

UAE minister joins 5km Kannur beach run in Kerala

In a gesture of global unity, a UAE minister participated in a community run in the southern state of Kerala on Sunday, highlighting the deep-rooted ties between the UAE and India.

Dubai assessing situation as $1.5в crypto theft unnerves investors

The news about Dubai based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit losing, in one fell swoop, $1.5 billion (approximately Dh5.51 billion) worth of digital assets following a \"sophisticated attack\" by hackers, has once again raised the question of security and volatility of cryptocurrency.

How can tenants negotiate unfair rental hikes in Dubai?

In Dubai, the percentage increase in rent may depend on the average hike of rented properties in the designated area

20% cheaper: Why UAE developers are launching projects in UAQ

Umm Al Quwain is rapidly shedding its under-the-radar status as a wave of high-profile real estate developments positions it as the next frontier for affordable luxury living and investment.

Syrian national dialogue conference to begin tomorrow

Syria's new authorities will hold a national dialogue conference starting on February 25 to discuss a new path for the nation after the overthrow of Bashar Al Assad in December, two members of its preparatory committee said on Sunday.

'Daddy's home': Trump gets rock star welcome at convention

Greeted by wild applause and chants of \"USA! USA!\" from a packed hall, US President Donald Trump received a triumphant welcome on Saturday at the annual conservative convention near Washington.

Dubai Ruler pays tributes to expat who lived here for 45 yrs

Dubai Ruler paid a heartfelt tribute on Saturday to Hala Al Maidani, a Syrian resident who passed away after living in the emirate for 45 years.