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Idyllic beaches of Nosy Iranja, one of several destinations to visit in Madagascar. Getty Images

Why now is the time to visit Madagascar

An island of contrasts, this Indian Ocean escape offers pioneering travellers everything from untouched beaches to exotic animals

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Etihad resumes flights to Lebanon and Icehotel reopens

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What are the ambitious mega-projects shaping Saudi Arabia's future?

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Christmas attractions worth travelling for, from Germany to Denmark

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Airports as luxury destinations? It's an idea taking off

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Abu Dhabi's Zayed International named world’s most beautiful airport

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10 times Burj Al Arab helipad has stolen the show

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An AI-generated artwork by Turkish-American media artist Refik Anadol on display at the World Economic Forum in Davos. EPA

Ghost in the machine: Technology makes its way into the artist studio

From generative artificial intelligence to robotics, tech is more present than ever in the artistic process

Art & Design

Prada is a luxury goods star but it's a devil of a time for the rest

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Black Book: D&G, L'Afshar x Samsung, Missoni, IWC and Garrard

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Brunello Cucinelli on philosophy, sustainability and living a full life

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Aesop co-founder Suzanne Santos shares the secrets behind the company's success

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What makes a great daily watch and how should you pick one?

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Yves Gastou's incredible ring collection on display in Dubai

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Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental is famed for its New Year's Eve fireworks. Photo: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental

Where to watch New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks in the UAE

From ticketed events to free-to-see shows, here are some of the most popular places to be when the clock strikes midnight

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Inside the new pavilions at Riyadh's Boulevard World

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How I spent a month entertaining my children for free in the UAE

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Things to do in the UAE this week, from festive fun to Arabic Language Day

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Two Emiratis killed and three injured in Saudi car crash

In picturesHot air balloon festival in Qatar to ice skating in Japan

Christmas in the UAE: Where to see the best holiday decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Samsung awarded $4.8bn incentive to help boost US production under Chips Act

ExclusiveInside the abandoned Hezbollah training base in Syria's Al Qusayr

IMF approves $1.1bn disbursement for Ukraine and praises 's

Sixteen injured in Houthi-claimed attack in Tel Aviv

ExclusiveSabalenka determined to stay world No 1 as she steps up pre-season in UAE

Timeframe: When Emirates Palace unveiled the world's most expensive Christmas tree in 2010

Christmas in the UAE: Where to see the best holiday decorations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

What does habibi mean? When and when not to use the term in the UAE

New Year's Eve meals and parties for under Dh500 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Inside the vintage school bus that's a mobile art studio for children

Global Village is now open: Everything you need to know, from tickets and timings to new attractions

Eight Christmas-themed world records: Dubai Mall's largest bauble and India's human tree

The real Santa Claus: How 4th-century Greek Saint Nicholas became a symbol of gift giving

Assad regime forces surrender their weapons in Hama

Assad regime forces surrender their weapons in Hama

Israeli air strikes in Yemen after Houthi missile intercepted over Israel

Israeli air strikes in Yemen after Houthi missile intercepted over Israel

Vladimir Putin proposes missile duel with the US

Vladimir Putin proposes missile duel with the US

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