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The messages between leading US figures, exchanged in the hours leading up to American air strikes against the Houthi rebel group in Yemen, contained sensitive intelligence. Getty

EditorialWhat Signalgate says about America's attitude to Yemen

MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Daniil Medvedev of Russia has a drink in his match against Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstan during the Mutua Madrid Open 2024, ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000, tournament celebrated at Caja Magica on April 30, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo By Irina R. Hipolito/Europa Press via Getty Images)

ExclusiveTop tennis stars reveal ‘paranoia’ over taking contaminated supplements

Apple's Hearing Test and Hearing Aid, available on the AirPods Pro 2, support those with mild to moderate hearing loss. AP

Apple launches Hearing Aid services in Saudi Arabia

Blair Hoover says her family could possibly pay cash for a home if they continue growing their assets. Victor Besa / The National

My Abu Dhabi Salary: 'I saved 65 per cent of my income and became financially free at 42'

The UAE Rescue Team has 300 active volunteers. Chris Whiteoak / The National

How one Emirati’s act of kindness led to the creation of UAE rescue team

Airbus chief executive Guillaume Faury speaks during the Airbus Summit 2025 at the plane maker's headquarters in Toulouse, southern France, on Monday. AFP

US tariff war to make planes more expensive and may hurt Boeing, says Airbus CEO

UAE players prior to their Asian qualifier against Iran in Tehran. AP

All hands on deck for UAE in World Cup qualifier against North Korea

A man inspects a site in the southern port city of Tyre, Lebanon, after it was targeted in an Israeli air strike. EPA

ExclusiveIsrael builds pressure on Lebanon through truce violations

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed spoke with US President Donald Trump about economic partnerships and regional developments. Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed discusses UAE-US bilateral relations with Donald Trump

UAE leader also reaffirms support for two-state solution to Palestinian-Israeli conflict

Ukraine and Russia agree to safe navigation in Black Sea, US says

Hamdan Ballal is released from a police station in the West Bank settlement of Kiryat Arba. AP

Oscar-winning Palestinian film director released from Israeli custody

King of Jordan received by President Sheikh Mohamed

The UAE's Sultan Adil celebrates scoring the national team's second goal against North Korea, giving his teammates a 2-1 win in their World Cup qualifying match at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, Riyadh, on Tuesday night. Reuters

Adil returns to clinch UAE victory with late goal against North Korea

AnalysisSignal leak reveals Trump administration’s strategic thinking

Hundreds to appear before Turkish judiciary over Istanbul mayor protests

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Meet the UAE volunteers rescuing stranded victims in the desert

The UAE rescue team has helped more than 100,000 people in distress across the country

Activist group films Israeli settler attack that injured Hamdan Ballal

Activist group films Israeli settler attack that injured Hamdan Ballal

Dubai’s new variable parking fees explained

Dubai’s new variable parking fees explained

UK charity hosts Ramadan iftar for Palestine

UK charity hosts Ramadan iftar for Palestine

Donald Trump says 'more and more' countries want to join Abraham Accords

Donald Trump says 'more and more' countries want to join Abraham Accords

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Lebanese singer Shana made an impression on The Voice France. Photo: YouTube

'I want to represent my country': Lebanese singer impresses on The Voice France

Residents are gearing up to celebrate the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE hotels primed for 'exceptional' Eid as staycation bookings surge

Long-term compensation incentives are not sector-specific in the Gulf, according to Cooper Fitch. Pawan Singh / The National

UAE and Saudi companies use long-term salary bonuses to attract CEO talent

The note uses multi-coloured security chip technology to combat counterfeiting. Photo: CBUAE

Etihad Rail features on UAE’s new Dh100 banknote

Amid all the rumours about a deal from companies like Oracle to keep TikTok operating in the US, some legislators insist that ByteDance, which owns the platform, completely divest control. Photo: EPA

TikTok ban deadline: inside the platform's final obstacle to survival in the US

Delhi Capitals' Ashutosh Sharma, left, pulled off a stunning win over Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL in Visakhapatnam. AFP

Uncapped players make early mark in IPL 2025

Street vendors in Lahore, Pakistan, prepare fried food as the day's fasting for Ramadan comes to an end on Monday March 24. Getty Images

In picturesRamadan in Lahore to coup anniversary in Buenos Aires

Mirwais Azizi shorthand gif

Special reportA Dubai property tycoon’s $10 billion plan to save Afghanistan

Tens of thousands of people are expected daily at the Baps Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi during the Eid break. Victor Besa / The National

Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi gears up for ‘tens of thousands’ of visitors in Eid holiday rush

Temple authorities and Abu Dhabi police issue entry guidelines to remind residents and tourists about mandatory online registration

Plot to smuggle 150kg of drugs foiled by Dubai Customs

An Israeli army tank and bulldozer at the Abu Diab military post on the southern outskirts of the Syrian border town of Quneitra. AFP

Israel continues strikes on Syria and Lebanon despite EU warning

Kurds gain asylum in UK over threat from Iraqi Shiite militia

Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen in Snow White. Photo: Disney

UAE Disney fans say they are boycotting Snow White because of Gal Gadot

UAE public and private sector targeted in global hack

Dubai’s variable parking fees: From premium zones to prices

Afghanistan signs landmark deal to set up cricket base in Abu Dhabi

Border row delays formation of new German government

Eid Al Fitr 2025

Yas Bay Waterfront will once against host fireworks for the Eid holiday in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Eid Al Fitr 2025 fireworks and free events in the UAE

Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

The Ninja Woodfire 8 in 1 pizza oven is the solution to all your pizzaiolo ambitions. Photo: Ninja

Eid Al Fitr 2025 tech gift guide: what to buy aspiring hobbyists, from writers to DJs

Revered Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum is one of many Arab artists to have recorded a song for Eid. IMA

Twenty-five of the best Eid songs, from Umm Kulthum to Fairouz

Private sector workers will receive up to four days off for Eid Al Fitr. Victor Besa / The National

Eid Al Fitr 2025: UAE announces private sector holidays

The Muhammad Yaseen Ladies Tailoring shop in Dubai's Meena Bazaar. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dubai’s tailors work extra hours to stitch in time for Eid Al Fitr business boom

Young children take part in Eid Al Fitr prayers in Dubai in 2023. EPA

UAE astronomer forecasts extended Ramadan - but a longer Eid Al Fitr break

A Minecraft Movie will bring the video game to life. Photo: Warner Bros.

Eid Al Fitr: The biggest movies coming to Middle East cinemas

An Airbus A321 XLR on display during the Airbus Summit in Toulouse running on March 24 to March 25, 2025. Deena Kamel / The National

Airbus fears embracing hydrogen now could lead to Concorde-style failure

Warner Bros invests in Dubai's OSN in Middle East streaming drive

Overseas owners face paying twice as much tax on UK properties

Culture

UAE-founded halal football prediction app gives fans ‘skin in the game’

Disney's Snow White opens to low box office numbers and scathing reviews

Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal with his Oscar for Best Documentary Feature for No Other Land. AFP

Film industry condemns attack on Palestinian Oscar winner Hamdan Ballal

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