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TSMC’s H1 revenue up 40 percent

Robust demand for AI technology behind the surge.

‘Wadeem’ sold out for $1.49bn

This is the highest Abu Dhabi real-estate release to date.

Tesla Q2 sales down 13.5%

Shares rally after the disclosure, better than some forecasts.

TomTom cuts 300 jobs

The firm said it was realigning its organization as it embraces AI.

Aldar nets $953m in sales at Fahid

Aldar said 42 percent of the buyers are under the age of 45.

Iran says no nuclear talks if US insists it stop uranium enrichment

Washington and Tehran had been engaged in several rounds of negotiations seeking to strike a deal on the Islamic Republic's nuclear programme, but Israel derailed the talks when it launched a wave of surprise strikes on its regional nemesis.

Trump gives Russia 50 days to make Ukraine deal or face new economic sanctions

US President Donald Trump told Russia on Monday to end its Ukraine war within 50 days or face massive new economic sanctions as he laid out plans for new infusions of weaponry for Kyiv via NATO.

Technology and Short-Term Rentals in Dubai

Proptech is redefining luxury in Dubai’s short-term rentals. High-net-worth guests can enjoy app-controlled stays with automated climate settings, personalized concierge services, and AI that remembers preferences. With blockchain set to streamline payments and contracts, the future is seamless. Companies like Frank Porter, with proprietary tech platforms, are setting the standard for operational excellence and guest satisfaction, the author adds.

Dubai’s short-term rental sector is being reshaped by cutting-edge proptech. From AI-driven guest personalization and immersive VR tours to smart home automation and sustainable energy solutions, technology is enhancing guest satisfaction and owner efficiency. With its strong digital infrastructure and appetite for innovation, Dubai is poised to lead the global shift toward intelligent, mobile-first hospitality...

Blending AI with a Human Touch: Al Rais Travel Eyes the Future of Tourism

Executive Director Mohamed Al Rais unveils a tech-human hybrid approach to personalize travel experiences — and announces a strategic India office to tap into Dubai’s largest source market.

A hospitality trailblazer talks resilience in a shifting global landscape

Duncan O’Rourke, CEO, Premium, Midscale, and Economy Division for Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Accor, spells out the Group's motto of "pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures with heartfelt care."

GCC healthcare: Transforming the region and impacting the world

PwC forecasts that AI could contribute US$320 billion to Middle Eastern economies by 2030, with healthcare predicted to see some...

Use of eco-friendly rice bricks surges in water-scarce Kyrgyzstan

Rice blocks require less cement, which is responsible for approximately eight percent of global carbon dioxide emissions, according to 2023 figures from the World Economic Forum.

UAE’s steady economic rise fertile ground for growth of facilities management

A steady stream of development projects and year-round tourism in the country propel demand for tech-enabled facilities management, says Adnan Jabri, General Manager of Ontegra Facilities Management.

Media’s Role in the Age of Algorithms

In a world where 5 billion people are active on social media, our digital voices shape culture, foster belonging, and carry the responsibility to inspire positive change, writes HH Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

AI is learning to lie, scheme, and threaten its creators

In one particularly jarring example, under threat of being unplugged, Anthropic's latest creation Claude 4 lashed back by blackmailing an engineer and threatened to reveal an extramarital affair.

More microplastics in glass bottles than plastic

For water, both flat and sparkling, the amount of microplastic was relatively low in all cases, ranging from 4.5 particles per liter in glass bottles to 1.6 particles in plastic.

Iran says no nuclear talks if US insists it stop uranium enrichment

Washington and Tehran had been engaged in several rounds of negotiations seeking to strike a deal on the Islamic Republic's...

Trump gives Russia 50 days to make Ukraine deal or face new economic sanctions

US President Donald Trump told Russia on Monday to end its Ukraine war within 50 days or face massive new...

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Trump’s state visit to Britain set for September 17 to 19: palace

US President Donald Trump's second state visit to the United Kingdom will be between September 17 to 19, Buckingham Palace...

Russia’s Lavrov visits Beijing to discuss Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Sunday in Beijing with his Chinese counterpart to discuss Ukraine and relations with the...

Macron calls on EU to ‘defend European interests’ in US tariff talks

French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday condemned US President Donald Trump's threat to impose 30-percent tariffs on the European Union,...

Released pro-Palestinian protest leader sues Trump for $20 mn

Mahmoud Khalil, one of the most prominent leaders of US pro-Palestinian campus protests, sued the Trump administration Thursday for $20...

European Union says Israel has agreed to ‘expand’ Gaza aid access

"This deal means more crossings open, aid and food trucks entering Gaza, repair of vital infrastructure and protection of aid...

Technology and Short-Term Rentals in Dubai

Dubai’s short-term rental sector is being reshaped by cutting-edge proptech. From AI-driven guest personalization and immersive VR tours to smart home automation and sustainable energy solutions, technology...

Blending AI with a Human Touch: Al Rais Travel Eyes the Future of Tourism

Executive Director Mohamed Al Rais unveils a tech-human hybrid approach to personalize travel experiences — and announces a strategic India...

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3 ways travel drives economic growth while enhancing global connections and sustainability

WTTC research shows that, having endured estimated losses of $4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs...

EVs just the start, urban mobility needs a holistic approach

Cities must adopt EVs alongside shared transport, robust infrastructure, clean energy, and inclusivity, says Jamie...

Exclusive: Private military companies look at $366.8bn market as their demand, role in global conflicts rise

Rising security concerns, confrontational geopolitics, and chaotic global changes have fueled the demand for private...

TikTok under fire: Espionage claims, election influence campaigns and controversies

The platform faces accusations of espionage in the United States, while the European Union has...

Use of eco-friendly rice bricks surges in water-scarce Kyrgyzstan

Rice blocks require less cement, which is responsible for approximately eight percent of global carbon dioxide emissions, according to 2023...

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European Union says Israel has agreed to ‘expand’ Gaza aid access

"This deal means more crossings open, aid and food trucks entering Gaza, repair of vital infrastructure and protection of aid...

Demand for crude will continue to expand through 2050, says OPEC

In its latest annual report on the outlook for oil demand, OPEC sees global oil demand rising by 18.6 percent...

Israeli army says intercepted missile launched from Yemen

The Israeli army said early Thursday it had intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, days after carrying out strikes on...

Nvidia tops $4 trillion as US stocks shrug off latest tariffs

After Congress gave Trump a big win last week with his fiscal package, the Republican's aggressive trade posture has returned...

Iran nuclear programme ‘very delayed’ by strikes: French intel chief

Iran's nuclear programme has been "very, very delayed" by US and Israeli strikes, France's foreign intelligence chief said on Tuesday,...

A hospitality trailblazer talks resilience in a shifting global landscape

Duncan O’Rourke, CEO, Premium, Midscale, and Economy Division for Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific at Accor, spells out the...

AI is learning to lie, scheme, and threaten its creators

In one particularly jarring example, under threat of being unplugged, Anthropic's latest creation Claude 4 lashed back by blackmailing an...

GCC healthcare: Transforming the region and impacting the world

PwC forecasts that AI could contribute US$320 billion to Middle Eastern economies by 2030, with healthcare predicted to see some...

UAE’s steady economic rise fertile ground for growth of facilities management

A steady stream of development projects and year-round tourism in the country propel demand for tech-enabled facilities management, says Adnan...

Media’s Role in the Age of Algorithms

In a world where 5 billion people are active on social media, our digital voices shape culture, foster belonging, and...

More microplastics in glass bottles than plastic

For water, both flat and sparkling, the amount of microplastic was relatively low in all cases, ranging from 4.5 particles...

Gaza civil defence says Israeli strikes kill 43 as truce talks deadlocked

Israel's military blamed it on a "technical error" when targeting a militant in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza,...
  • Delegations from Israel and the Palestinian militant group have now spent a week trying to agree on a temporary truce to halt 21 months of devastating fighting in the Gaza Strip
  • Washington is Israel's top ally and Donald Trump has been pushing for a ceasefire, with the US president saying Sunday he was hopeful of a deal

Russia’s Lavrov visits Beijing to discuss Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Sunday in Beijing with his Chinese counterpart to discuss Ukraine and relations with the...
  • Russia's top diplomat arrived in China following a visit to North Korea, where he received assurances of support in its conflict with Ukraine
  • Lavrov and Wang Yi "discussed relations with the United States and the outlook for settling the Ukrainian crisis," Russia's foreign ministry said in a statement

Tourist coins pose giant problem at N. Ireland’s famous causeway site

Bushmills, United Kingdom -- Northern Ireland's Giant Causeway draws close to one million visitors a year but their habit of...
  • Tourists' habit of wedging tiny coins in cracks between the rocks -- to bring love or luck -- is damaging the world-famous wonder.
  • Some 40,000 columns mark the causeway, Northern Ireland's first UNESCO World Heritage Site.