Our favourite desert films - in pictures

Foundations of a great friendship: Sheikh Zayed’s 1990 visit to China

Return of the Ap: Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas talks music, philanthropy and the Philippines

Emiratis turn out to register for Sharjah elections

Sharjah’s young motorists targeted with safety campaign

Japan badminton stars Kento Momota and Nozomi Okuhara find their feet at Dubai Superseries finals

Dubai economy picks up with tourist activity on the rise

Market analysis: global security weighs on sentiment

Yohan Cabaye the catalyst as Crystal Palace climb into sixth – in pictures

The end of a period

Emirates emblazons Airbus A380 with Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid teammates

Get pedalling for a healthier lifestyle

Who will win IPTL Dubai match: Roger Federer and UAE Royals or Andy Murray and Singapore Slammers?

Director Tom McCarthy and actor Mark Ruffalo on the challenges they faced during the making of journalism drama Spotlight

Etihad digs deep for charitable causes

Outlook gloomy for Middle East economies as oil prices plumb new depths

Scepticism surrounds new Pakistan T20 cricket league, so what else is new?

Sunday cover: Yaya Toure and Kelechi Iheanacho save the day for Manchester City

Foods that fuel your mood

Health briefs: Connecting coffee to diabetes

Conor McGregor knocks out Jose Aldo cold to win UFC featherweight title – in pictures

Paulinho’s late winner for Guangzhou sets up Club World Cup semi-final showdown with Barcelona

Bollywood Parks Dubai’s talent hunt kicks off

Mistreatment of animals must be seen as a crime

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed’s China visit an opportunity to lead GCC’s energy future

Stamps to honour one of the oldest national organisations in the UAE

Philip Van Avermaet brings his colourful smoke art back to the UAE with Imagination

Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan and more shine at the Filmfare ME gala at Diff

Low liquidity leads to rise in syndicated loans

Kelly Rowland’s new destiny is to find the next girl super-group

Conor McGregor drops Jose Aldo, delivers on promised ‘new era’ at UFC 194

Dubai-based Aster opens Bahrain hospital, looking for further Gulf expansion

Dubai council award supports women setting up in business

UAE debt stories: Filipina housemaid sees no way out as loan sharks circle

Five things to do and watch in the UAE this week: Federer in Dubai, Barcelona at Club World Cup

Al Reef horse trainer Abdullah Al Hammadi bags three capital wins with three jockeys

Oil-rich Venezuela mired in uncertainty

Letter from Chennai: saving a home from the floods

A question of liquidity as UAE banks ‘creak’ amid low oil

Tottenham’s silver lining in the cloud after Newcastle cast a shadow

Will the UAE foster the next Google, Apple or Facebook?

Weird and wacky Star Wars merchandise - in pictures

The case of Marissa Mayer and Yahoo: good leaders don’t depend on luck

Dubai stocks dragged down with Brent oil at lowest since 2004

Chelsea’s Jose Mourinho envies Ranieri and Leicester’s ‘conditions to enjoy playing free’

How UAE residents can become debt-free faster

Public sector holiday for Prophet Mohammed’s birthday

First Saudi Arabian women win council seats in historic polls

Conor McGregor seizes the moment in an explosion of what-just-happened

Rundholz opens boutique in Dubai’s Box Park

Ryan Moore the merrier with victory double at Sha Tin Racecourse in Japan

Abu Dhabi tourist arrivals to pass 4 million as new cruise terminal opens

Secrets and lies exposed in J K Rowling’s adult drama The Casual Vacancy

Observing life: don’t be a helicopter parent

Get into the great outdoors: activities to try during the cooler months in the UAE

Anthony Joshua wins British boxing heavyweight title with 15th knockout

Tech will be key to tackling climate change

Drydocks World $2.3bn debt talks hit roadblock

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed begins China visit at Great Wall

Bradley Wiggins in for third Dubai Tour, now featuring Fujairah

The stars visit Diff’s VIP Lounge - in pictures

Abu Dhabi school inspections reveal challenges of corporal punishment and absent teachers

Louis van Gaal admits ‘very difficult position’ for Manchester United

UAE to Miami business class with British Airways – review

Jurgen Klopp rewards Liverpool loyal and goes berserk after late equaliser against West Brom

Diploma in combating human trafficking launched by Dubai Judicial Institute

Data set to drive business strategy, but connecting the dots remains a problem

UAE doctors reveal benefits of cycling for both body and mind

In South Africa, loyalty trumps experience

Bank manager fined for alcohol offence by Dubai court

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed arrives in China

Federal Reserve rate rise is imminent

Falconry championship off to strong start

Abu Dhabi Wildcats cruise past Al Ain Foxes in Emirates American Football League

Dejan Lovren on crutches but Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp defends Craig Gardner’s tackle

Streak ends, and Steph Curry and Warriors can get back to getting after title defence

Euro 2016: England coach Roy Hodgson rejects talk of Wales’ being a ‘one-man team’ in Gareth Bale

Brazil international Pato puts Premier League clubs on alert: ‘I would like to come to England’

International Premier Tennis League (IPTL) in Dubai – everything you need to know

Effective communication key to good governance

May the merch be with you: where in the UAE to purchase the best Star Wars toys

A breakdown of dealings between UAE and China - graphic

Roger Federer feels ‘strange kind of pressure’ ahead of IPTL action in Dubai

Film review: Halal Love’s strong ensemble cast and a feel-good mood ensure for a smash hit

World Air Games take over Dubai skies - in pictures

Princess Haya closes out the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters - People & Politics in pictures

Terrence Howard debuts new track with Omar Kamal at Diff 2015

Stateside Classics menu at The Black Lion offer a taste of home this holiday season

At least 24 dead in Pakistan market blast

Richard Dreyfuss talks Jaws, ISIL and upcoming drama, Madoff

Lionel Messi and Ivan Rakitic jumpstart Barcelona but Depor claw back late – in pictures

At Bayer Leverkusen, Javier Hernandez continues goals glut as Stefan Kiessling hints at move

#cycletoworkuae 2016 ambassador: Peter England - video

Trump signage returns at Akoya site in Dubai

Andres Iniesta: Barcelona slip ‘a little inexplicable ... we lost control’

‘Feeling of relief’ for Pellegrini as Manchester City stay on title contention track

World in focus — best photos for December 13, 2015

Seasonal scents by perfumer Mohammed Ne’emah

Meraas delves into medical tourism in Dubai