Dubai: Brainy n Bright, a leading name in technology and innovation education in the Middle East, has unveiled a comprehensive portfolio of initiatives for 2026, aligning its vision closely with the UAE’s declaration of the Year of The Family. Having upskilled learners across age groups since 2019,»»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, shared a glimpse of a striking new art installation on his Instagram stories on Thursday. The piece, now adorning the Nad Al Sh»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates, in collaboration with Qatar’s Years of Culture, a national initiative that brings people together through cultural exchange, has released its first Latin America town hall, “How Should We Reinvent the City?” Held at Buenos Aires’ Usina del Arte, the eve»»»

Abu Dhabi: With winter camping and outdoor gatherings surging across the country, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has launched a targeted awareness campaign warning desert-goers and park visitors against food safety lapses that could put public health at risk. Timed wit»»»

Fujairah: A total of 740 kilograms of marine debris were removed from the seabed off Fujairah during a major volunteer clean-up involving 134 professional divers and community members, organisers said. The effort marked the seventh and final activity of the national initiative “7 Volunteering Oppor»»»

Abu Dhabi: In the heart of the golden sand dunes, amid the vibrant atmosphere of the Liwa International Festival, the “Desert Rally” adventure in Liwa Village stands out as one of the festival’s most exciting entertainment attractions. It combines the spirit of challenge with the thrill of driving,»»»

Doha, Qatar: As part of the efforts of the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs to promote Islamic values and firmly establish Prophetic guidance in everyday life, the Women Section of the Da‘wah and Religious Guidance Department organised an exhibition of the Prophetic Sunnah Campaign murals for »»»

Cool Carriers, the world’s largest  operator of specialised refrigerated cargo vessels, known as reefers, has rejected allegations broadcast by Danish TV2 linking the group to a cocaine-smuggling scheme off Denmark’s coast, insisting it had no operational control over the ships or the crew inv»»»

Ocean upwelling zones are acidifying at a frightening pace, threatening fisheries that supply 20% of the world's catch and putting millions of livelihoods at risk, Scottish academics have warned. Because atmospheric CO2 an»»»

The Prime Minister of Republika Srpska Savo Minić stated that Republic Day – January 9 – will be marked in the entity with a series of ceremonies. “Ceremonies are planned for January 5, 8, and 9. In Trebinje, we will inaugurate a newly built hospital on January 5, and on January 8 in Banja Luka, th»»»

Cool Carriers, the world’s largest  operator of specialised refrigerated cargo vessels, known as reefers, has rejected allegations broadcast by Danish TV2 linking the group to a cocaine-smuggling scheme off Denmark’s coast, insisting it had no operational control over the ships or the crew inv»»»

Serious horse trading between Russia and Ukraine is underway as the Kremlin responds to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy 20-point peace plan (20PPP) submitted to the Kremlin on December 24. Encouragingly, the Kremli»»»

Serious horse trading between Russia and Ukraine is underway as the Kremlin responds to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy 20-point peace plan (20PPP) submitted to the Kremlin on December 24. Encouragingly, the Kremli»»»

Dubai: Dubai-Riyadh has ranked among the top 10 busiest international flight routes in the world in 2025, proving there is strong and growing travel demand between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.According to a new report by aviation data firm»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Sidra Medicine has successfully completed its first paediatric allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), marking an important step forward in the hospital’s mission to deliver advanced, life-saving care for children with complex and high-risk conditions. »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates, in collaboration with Qatar’s Years of Culture, a national initiative that brings people together through cultural exchange, has released its first Latin America town hall, “How Should We Reinvent the City?” Held at Buenos Aires’ Usina del »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation’s Rumailah Hospital has achieved a major international milestone after its Department of Geriatrics became the first service worldwide outside the United Kingdom to receive Developmental Accreditation from the Memory Services National Accreditatio»»»

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Addis Ababa: The Chinese Embassy in Ethiopia has donated dozens of motorcycles to the Ethiopian Federal Police Commission to support traffic control and security efforts. The motorcycles were handed over on Tuesday at the commission's headquarters in Addis Ababa, the country's capital, in a ceremon»»»

As Christmas and New Year holidays drive a surge in passenger traffic, Sharjah Airport has issued a travel advisory urging travellers to plan ahead and arrive early to ensure a smooth journey during the peak travel period. The airport shared a checklist on social media, highlighting essential steps»»»

Ankara: Israel fails to deliver on its promises and constantly places hindrances in the way of life-saving humanitarian aid entering Gaza under various pretexts, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday. Speaking during the extended meeting of the heads of the Justice and Developmen»»»

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri extended his Christmas greetings, highlighting the Palestinian suffering as well as the resilience in south Lebanon in face of the Israeli aggression. In a statement on the occasion, Speaker Berri Christmas offered “warmest congratulations and best wishes to »»»

Doha: Sidra Medicine has announced the successful completion of its first pediatric allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), marking an important milestone in its mission to deliver advanced, life-saving care for children with complex and high-risk conditions. A first for Qatar, t»»»

DOHA: Hamad Medical Corporation’s Rumailah Hospital has achieved a major international milestone after its Department of Geriatrics became the first service worldwide outside the United Kingdom to receive Developmental Accreditation from the Memory Services National Accreditation Programme (MSNAP) »»»

The governments and media elites of the West pride themselves on providing and promoting freedom of thought, opinion, and debate. Together with a selective feminism that easily sacrifices the women of, say, Libya, Iraq, and Palestine, and a very odd understanding of “democracy” that includes the us»»»

Dubai: Buckle up, because 2025 was a rollercoaster of drama, diva moments, and jaw-dropping plot twists. From Hollywood scandals that made us spit out our coffee, to Bollywood diva power moves (looking at you, Deepika), viral social media chaos, jaw-dropping ad campaigns, and iconic engagements (ye»»»

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution said that Iran has defeated decades of Western pressure, stressing that the country will continue to progress despite existing challenges. Iran commemorated the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahra with nationwide celebrations on Thursday, as thousands of e»»»

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro asserted on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump should concentrate on domestic social problems, stating that Venezuela is fully capable of managing its own affairs. “Seventy percent of his speeches and statements are about Venezuela,” Maduro said, addressing»»»

BUENOSAIRES: Qatar Foundation’s Doha Debates, in collaboration with Qatar’s Years of Culture, a national initiative that brings people together through cultural exchange, has released its first Latin America town hall, “How Should We Reinvent the City?” Held at Buenos Aires’ Usina del Arte, the eve»»»

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi-based sovereign investor ADQ has closed a $5 billion syndicated financing deal with Asian financial institutions, marking its first borrowing in the Greater China region and drawing demand more than three times the initial target. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheq»»»

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation’s Rumailah Hospital has achieved a major international milestone after its Department of Geriatrics became the first service worldwide outside the United Kingdom to receive Developmental Accreditation from the Memory Services National Accreditation Programme (»»»

As Bulgaria prepares to join the eurozone on January 1, 2026, businesses and consumers are making last-minute adjustments for the currency switch. The Association of Bulgarian Banks confirmed that starter packs of euro coins, valued at €10.23, are available online for 20 leva, though payments by ca»»»

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announced that the Sharaan and Wadi Nakhlah reserves received official accreditation from the DarkSky International, registering them as internationally recognized Dark Sky Places and joining more than 250 locations worldwide that are protected from l»»»

Damascus, Dec. 24 (SANA) Head of Syria’s Investment Authority met Tuesday with a delegation from U.S. energy giant GE Vernova to discuss potential investments and technology transfer to the Syrian market. The Authority’s Director-General, Talal al-Hilali, outlined Syria’s investment law, highlighti»»»

Fes, Morocco: Ademola Lookman secured a 2-1 win for a wasteful Nigeria against Tanzania in Fes yesterday in their opening Africa Cup of Nations match. After the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, Nigeria coach Eric Chelle would have hoped for more goals given the opportuni»»»

Panoro Energy ASA has named longtime Perenco executive Eric d’Argentré as its new chief operating officer and president. The appointment comes as the independent Africa-focused exploration and production (E&P) company seeks to build on recent output gains and advance upcoming development projec»»»

Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has long been pivotal to Europe’s industrial ecosystem. Over the past few decades, manufacturing gradually shifted from Western Europe to countries like Czechia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia, as companies were attracted by their strategic location, skilled yet lower»»»

Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has long been pivotal to Europe’s industrial ecosystem. Over the past few decades, manufacturing gradually shifted from Western Europe to countries like Czechia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia, as companies were attracted by their strategic location, skilled yet lower»»»

José Antonio Kast secured a decisive victory in Chile's December 14 presidential runoff, winning 58.16% against Communist Party-backed Jeannette Jara's 41.84% with 99.97% of votes counted, marking a dramatic swing from leftist governance to hard-right administration following President Gabriel Bori»»»

Nelson Mandela was sufficiently worried that the 2007 film ‘Blood Diamond’ would have a negative impact on those African economies which were reliant on diamond sales, that he reached out to Warner Brothers before its release. In his letter to director Ed Zwick, he wrote: “it would be deeply r»»»

Panoro Energy ASA has named longtime Perenco executive Eric d’Argentré as its new chief operating officer and president. The appointment comes as the independent Africa-focused exploration and production (E&P) company seeks to build on recent output gains and advance upcoming development projec»»»

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has hosted its first ever Africa summit, underscoring Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's (MbS) growing focus on the continent. Leaders from more than 50 countries gathered in the Saudi capital, »»»

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has hosted its first ever Africa summit, underscoring Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's (MbS) growing focus on the continent. Leaders from more than 50 countries gathered in the Saudi capital, »»»

Once defined by war and blood diamonds, Sierra Leone is now looking to turn its rich but underdeveloped mineral base – iron ore, gold, rutile and bauxite – into a driver of economic recovery and long-term investments. The »»»

The Iranian Red Crescent Society has reported seven deaths from floods in southern Iran, while more than 23,000 people affected by snow, blizzards and flooding have received support on December 19. A Red Crescent rescue wo»»»

Residents in Syria's coastal regions are approaching Christmas and New Year celebrations with unprecedented caution amid security tensions and rising influence of hardline Islamist currents, local sources said to the Syrian Observatory on Human Rights on December 17. »»»

Ocean upwelling zones are acidifying at a frightening pace, threatening fisheries that supply 20% of the world's catch and putting millions of livelihoods at risk, Scottish academics have warned. Because atmospheric CO2 an»»»

The Iranian Red Crescent Society has reported seven deaths from floods in southern Iran, while more than 23,000 people affected by snow, blizzards and flooding have received support on December 19. A Red Crescent rescue wo»»»

Ocean upwelling zones are acidifying at a frightening pace, threatening fisheries that supply 20% of the world's catch and putting millions of livelihoods at risk, Scottish academics have warned. Because atmospheric CO2 an»»»

The most useful & interesting books published in 2025: this is a list of the most useful books covering the Eurasia region published in 2025. Our definition of usefulness is from the perspective of strategic investors and businesses who want to better understand the region as a backdrop to thei»»»