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Banks can withhold a customer’s final settlement depending on internal policies and the contract signed, legal experts say. Getty Images

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RevealedNew Israeli supply roads hint at long war in Lebanon

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - OCTOBER 12: Artur Beterbiev punches Dmitrii Bivol during the IBF, IBO, WBC and WBO World Light Heavyweight titles' fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitrii Bivol as part of the Riyadh Season - IV Crown Showdown card at Kingdom Arena on October 12, 2024 in Riyadh. (Photo by Richard Pelham / Getty Images)

Beterbiev edges Bivol in undisputed Riyadh thriller as rematch calls begin

The Club in Abu Dhabi during the 1970s. All pics courtesy: The Club

CommentAn Abu Dhabi club diving into its history lends a peek at the future

Children often form a strong bond and connection while sharing a room, though prioritise privacy as they grow older, say experts. Getty Images

Experts reveal benefits and drawbacks of siblings sharing a bedroom

The Mangrove view from Hydra Avenue Towers. Vidhyaa Chandramohan for The National

My Abu Dhabi Rent: Studio flat is a five-minute walk from work

AI will continue to be a transformative force in government and society, making Abu Dhabi a global model for digital governance. Department of Government Enablement

CommentAbu Dhabi will continue to be a global leader in digital innovation

Olympian Manu Bhaker modeling at Lakme Fashion Week. IG Lakmefashionwk

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Abdul Qader Al Rais, the first Emirati visual artist who features in the book. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

Balancing tradition and modernity to explore Emirati art's identity

Yaroun

RevealedNew Israeli supply roads hint at long war in Lebanon

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - OCTOBER 12: Artur Beterbiev punches Dmitrii Bivol during the IBF, IBO, WBC and WBO World Light Heavyweight titles' fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitrii Bivol as part of the Riyadh Season - IV Crown Showdown card at Kingdom Arena on October 12, 2024 in Riyadh. (Photo by Richard Pelham / Getty Images)

Beterbiev edges Bivol in undisputed Riyadh thriller as rematch calls begin

The Club in Abu Dhabi during the 1970s. All pics courtesy: The Club

CommentAn Abu Dhabi club diving into its history lends a peek at the future

Children often form a strong bond and connection while sharing a room, though prioritise privacy as they grow older, say experts. Getty Images

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