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AD Ports to invest in Kazakh port

Under the deal, AD Ports Group owns 51% stake.

PIF acquires stake in Saudi Re

The acquisition was made by way of a capital increase.

ADNOC Gas awards contracts

The $2.1bn contracts are aimed at enhancing LNG supply infrastructure.

ADNOC L&S buys stake in Navig8

The company will acquire the remaining stake in mid-2027.

DAE to acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

The terms of the transaction have not been disclosed.

RAK cultivates communities with arts and culture

“Culture and arts are an integral part of building communities and a key pillar of Ras Al Khaimah’s sustainable development,”...

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Iran ‘following dreams’ in trying to win first Asian Cup since 1976

Doha, Qatar - Iran are "following our dreams" in trying to win the Asian Cup for the first time in 48...

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Sharjah and France to boost cooperation in cultural tourism, creative industries

Sharjah and France have discussed ways to strengthen collaboration between Sharjah and French cities, particularly in cultural tourism and the...
  • Sharjah keen on exploring potential opportunities with French cities, says Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, Chairman Sharjah’s DGR.
  • France’s support for the development of art, literature and culture is exemplary, Al Qasimi said.
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Saudi Fashion Commission to host Global Fashion Exchange in Riyadh

The GFX Swap Shop represents the latest development for the Fashion Commission as they continue to spearhead the growth of...
  • The GFX Fashion Swap will take place at Personage concept store in Riyadh on December 11 and 12
  • The swap is built upon a simple yet effective concept; no money changes hands and everyone is invited
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Egypt unveils Rams Road at Karnak Temple in Luxor

The road is nearly 3 km (2 miles) long and named The Path of God in ancient Egyptian mythology.
  • Dubbed the Rams Road, the sandstone-paved path connects the temples of Karnak and Luxor
  • It was officially opened by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and a host of senior officials in a night-time ceremony
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From crypto to Covid: Why auction prices are rocketing

Crypto "whale" Justin Sun has bought works by Picasso and Andy Warhol this year, and paid $78.4 million for Alberto...
  • Crypto "whale" Justin Sun has bought works by Picasso and Andy Warhol this year, and paid $78.4 million for Alberto Giacometti's "The Nose" sculpture this month
  • The auction houses were very behind the times. But Covid forced them to modernise and the result is that online sales have been spectacular
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New restoration works shore-up Iraq’s historic Arch of Ctesiphon

Construction of the arch began in AD 540 during the Persian Sassanid dynasty's long wars with the Byzantine Empire.
  • Construction of the arch began in AD 540 during the Persian Sassanid dynasty's long wars with the Byzantine Empire
  • Restoration work on the arch, also known as Taq-i Kisra from its Persian name, was carried out in 2013 after a massive slab fell off due to damp caused by heavy rain
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Qatar is first MENA country to host POW! WOW! Festival

The POW! WOW! international mural festival is being hosted by Qatar Museums under the umbrella of the JEDARIART initiative.
  • This weeklong event featuring 12 international and Qatari artists will be located right outside the Al Saad metro station
  • In 2010, the first edition of POW! WOW! was held in Honolulu, Hawaii
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Saudi Film Commission to announce strategy on Sunday

The move is believed to be part of the Saudi Vision 2030 strategy, through which the country looks to diversify...
  • The Saudi Film Commission will on Sunday announce its strategy to develop the film sector in the country
  • It is also expected to support employees and actors in a country where public screening of films was banned for nearly 35 years
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Morikawa first American winner of Race to Dubai

World number two Morikawa made five birdies in his last seven holes at Jumeirah Golf Estates' Earth course to close...
  • Rory McIlroy, who led the tournament heading into the last few holes, fell back with consecutive bogeys on the 15th and 16th holes.
  • Nicolai Hojgaard (67) of Denmark and Scotland's Robert MacIntyre (71) were tied for fourth place at 13-under par.
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Hamilton cruises in Qatar to maintain title momentum

Lewis Hamilton won Sunday's inaugural Qatar Grand Prix with a commanding performance from pole to cut Max Verstappen's world championship...
  • With this win, Hamilton cut Max Verstappen's world championship lead to eight points.
  • The 20th race of the season was being held one year to the day to the World Cup.
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5000 volunteers will participate in FIFA Arab Cup in Qatar

The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) announced that 5,000 volunteers will participate in the 10th edition FIFA Arab...
  • The volunteers will provide support hospitality, information and media services, tickets and protocol.
  • Among the volunteers are the elderly and people with special needs, who are also a part of the preparation and training phase.

RAK cultivates communities with arts and culture

“Culture and arts are an integral part of building communities and a key pillar of Ras Al Khaimah’s sustainable development,”...
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Sheikh Khalifa: A legacy of progress and empowerment

He continued his predecessor's remarkable legacy until his own passing on May 13, 2022. Under his leadership, the UAE flourished,...
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Iraqi museum damaged by IS works toward reopening

IS militants used sledgehammers and power tools to deface ancient statues and pre-Islamic treasures housed in the museum.
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Rare Hebrew Bible, Rousseau up for sale in New York

At Christie's, the star lot is Henri Rousseau's "Les Flamants," which is set to smash the record price at auction...

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Cleopatra had white skin, Hellenistic features, Egypt to Netflix

Cairo, Egypt - Egypt's antiquities ministry insisted on Thursday that Cleopatra had "white skin and Hellenistic characteristics" in an ongoing row...
  • "Queen Cleopatra", produced by Jada Pinkett Smith and starring Adele James, is due for release on the streaming platform on May 10
  • Legend hails the queen born in around 69 BC as a great beauty, but the colour of her skin is largely open to interpretation
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Hollywood sensation Jason Momoa is new ‘Chief Island Officer’ of Yas Island Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the country’s leisure and entertainment destination, appoints Jason Momoa to be the...
  • American actor Momoa assumes the former role of stand-up comedian Kevin Hart who announced the end of his reign as Chief Island Officer earlier this year
  • In the new trailer video, Jason is seen making a casual yet epic entrance on a paddle board announcing that his calling has led him to “this ridiculously awesome job.”
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Are online greetings widening social distance?

Al-Ruwayeh, however, acknowledged that the contacts in the virtual realm have helped some people who suffer from loneliness to compensate...
  • Experts say virtual communication eliminates emotional expressions, but also creates channels for dialogue for many individuals
  • Posting too many Eid greetings simultaneously can create distractions and communication difficulties, they point out