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Abu Dhabi Airports Boosts Efficiency with ‘Smart Travel’

Abu Dhabi Airports has entered into an agreement to improve passenger flow and enhance border control and customs services across the emirates’ five airports. This partnership with the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) introduces…

Syrian Talks Amid Clashes in Aleppo

The delegation, which includes alongside Abdi, the leader of the Women’s Protection Units, Rojhat Afrin, and the co-chair of the Foreign Relations Office, Ilham Ahmed, is scheduled to meet with the Syrian interim president, Ahmad Al-Sharaa, and the Foreign Minister,…

Iran’s Diplomatic Moves Amid Sanctions

This was stated by Fatemeh Mahjourani, spokesperson for the Iranian government, according to the Iranian news agency ‘Tasnim’ on Tuesday. She continued, “Iran was in negotiations before the outbreak that lasted 12 days, which reflects its commitment to diplomatic solutions,”…

Tom Williams: Financial Clarity in Dubai

For St James’s Place Middle East adviser Tom Williams, money goes beyond mere numbers. Growing up in the UK, he noticed how financial decisions could significantly impact people’s futures, often without their awareness until it was too late. With nearly…

ATP Considers Heat Rule After Shanghai Masters Retirements

The men’s tennis governing body may soon consider introducing a formal heat rule following multiple player retirements at the Shanghai Masters this week. The tournament saw top athletes struggling with high temperatures and oppressive humidity, leaving the competition wide open.…

Emirates Film Festival Opens for 2026 Submissions

The Emirates Film Festival (EFF), the UAE’s pioneering independent film festival, has commenced submissions for its 12th edition. Filmmakers worldwide are invited to submit their short films through the new website, emiratesfilmfest.com. Embracing a fresh era, this year’s festival highlights…

Palestinians Recall October 7 Events

In the Burj Al-Barajneh camp in Beirut, Palestinians recall the details of October 7, 2023, as if it happened yesterday. Fatima Mohayesh remembers the morning of that day, saying: “We woke up to an indescribable joy, but then things turned…

California Bans Loud TV Commercials

On Monday, California enacted a law banning loud TV commercials, requiring advertisers to lower the volume. For years, viewers in the United States have been frustrated by ads that blast much louder than the shows they’re watching. One moment they’re…