Most companies and bosses would squirm at the idea of being called "woke" and may even regard it as an insult. But not Mark Constantine. Lush's outspoken co-founder and chief executive wears it like a badge of honour and is not ashamed of turning it into a business philosophy. The firm is renowned »»»

Dubai: Politics, technology and entertainment dominated global search behaviour in 2025, with a small group of public figures accounting for a disproportionate share of online attention, according to an analysis by PlayersTime using Ahrefs search volume data. Sign up for our daily business newslett»»»

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Dubai: Dubai continues to set a global benchmark in government efficiency with its integrated, whole-of-government approach. The model ensures quick decision-making, clear communication, and citizen-focused services. Through integrated communication strategies, innovative services, and proactive en»»»

More than 4,700 residents took part in the Al Wuheida Community Forum organised by Dubai Police, highlighting strong community engagement and cooperation. Held by the Positive Spirit Council and Al Muraqqabat Police Station under the Ministry of Interior, the forum aimed to enhance security awarene»»»

Ras Al Khaimah Police have launched an integrated smart services and partnerships system aimed at streamlining procedures, enhancing service efficiency and improving the overall customer journey. The new system focuses on strengthening strategic partnerships with government and private-sector entit»»»

US President Donald Trump has sparked a renewed disagreement with Denmark after appointing a special envoy to Greenland, the Arctic island he seeks to annex. Trump announced on Sunday that Jeff Landry, the Republican governor of Louisiana, would become the US's special envoy to Greenland, a semi-au»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police reported a surge in public enquiries during recent unstable weather conditions, handling 39,299 calls over Thursday and Friday. Emergency lines received 32,391 calls through 999, while 6,908 were handled via 901, the non-emergency number. Call centre teams also responded to 427 »»»

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump announced Sunday the appointment of Louisiana's Republican governor as the country's special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory coveted by Washington. After his return to office in January, the Republican leader said that he "nee»»»

Political factions in Iraq have been maneuvering since the parliamentary election more than a month ago to form alliances that will shape the next government. The November election didn't produce a bloc with a decisive majority, opening the door to a prolonged period of negotiations. The government»»»

A high-level Turkish delegation is set to meet Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus Monday, Turkey's foreign ministry announced. Both countries have developed close ties since the toppling of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, and the visit by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and De»»»

A pair of US lawmakers have threatened legal action against US Attorney General Pam Bondi, after her deadline to release all government files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was met only in part. The release of the Department of Justice (DoJ) documents was highly anticipa»»»

Datamysite (DMS), a Dubai-based digital marketing agency, has delivered campaigns worth Dh46.3 million between December 2024 and December 2025, solidifying its position in the UAE’s competitive marketing landscape Founded in 2020, DMS has expanded from digital services into a full-service marketing»»»

Washington: In a parallel reality, Queen Elizabeth II gushes over cheese puffs, a gun-toting Saddam Hussein struts into a wrestling ring, and Pope John Paul II attempts skateboarding. Hyper-realistic AI videos of dead celebrities - created with apps such as OpenAI’s easy-to-use Sora - have rapidly »»»

Members of the Rio de Janeiro Police carry out an operation in Rio de Janeiro in October. The police launched a major operation in two favelas aimed at arresting the leaders of the Red Command, the largest criminal gang in the city, and to halt its territorial expansion. File Photo by Antonio Lacer»»»

Deliveries more than doubled from 2024 to 1.6 million metric tons last month, Bloomberg reports, citing China Customs Office data. The jump saw Russia overtake Australia to become China’s biggest supplier after Qatar. Australian LNG supplies to China fell by a third from 2024.China started importin»»»

Nolte Küchen, Germany’s leading premium kitchen brand, concludes 2025 marked by strategic growth across the Middle East and key global markets. The company’s regional entity, Nolte FZE, strengthened its position in the UAE, advanced large-scale initiatives in Saudi Arabia, expanded its dealer and p»»»

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has called for renewed military action against Hamas and Hezbollah if they fail to disarm and accused the Palestinian Islamist group of consolidating its power in Gaza. The Republican politician, on a visit to Israel, is a staunch ally of U.S. President Donald Trump. Beg»»»

Rabat: Morocco coach Walid Regragui said Sunday he would continue to be "very careful" with star man Achraf Hakimi at the Africa Cup of Nations as the Paris Saint-Germain full-back recovers from an ankle injury. Regragui suggested on the eve of the tournament's opening game against Comoros that Hak»»»

Dubai: As Christmas approaches and offices across the UAE enter the year-end slowdown, many employees are asking a familiar question: Is Christmas Day a public holiday in the UAE? The short answer is no. Christmas is not listed among the UAE’s official public holidays under the Cabinet resolution r»»»

US President Donald Trump named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Sunday as his special envoy to Greenland, reigniting Danish and Greenlandic alarm over Washington's plans for the vast, mineral-rich Arctic island. Trump has said several times over the years that Greenland, a Danish territory that i»»»

Dubai: Pop icon Justin Bieber is once again at the center of online speculation about his marriage to Hailey Bieber. The 31-year-old singer was recently spotted in Tokyo with Kendall Jenner, who is rumored to be his ex, reigniting chatter about his personal life. Earlier, Justin and Hailey were see»»»

Dubai: Shurooq reported Dh5.8 billion in real estate sales with 96% of units sold across three major projects. More than 4,000 units went to local and international buyers in Maryam Island, Sharjah Sustainable City and Ajwan Khorfakkan. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.»»»

At a rail yard near Milton Keynes, a group of men in orange outfits are making final checks on huge slabs of railway track, preparing them so that they are ready to be installed over Christmas and New Year. At a time when many commuters stop work to enjoy celebrations with friends and family, rail »»»

Dubai: The UAE is entering a decisive phase of airport expansion, with more runways, larger terminals and smart infrastructure coming online from Dubai World Central to Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah by the second half of the decade. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Industr»»»

Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is taking Dubai Metro operations to the next level with the deployment of advanced drone technology for tunnel inspections. The initiative, implemented in collaboration with metro operator Keolis MHI, promises faster, safer, and more efficient monitori»»»

The African Development Fund (ADF), the concessional financing arm of the African Development Bank Group, has secured a record $11 billion from 43 partners for its 17th Replenishment (ADF-17)—the largest funding round in the Fund’s history—despite tightening global fiscal conditions and declining a»»»

Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Education has clarified that meeting the new age cut-off requirement alone will not guarantee school admission for students from the 2026-2027 academic year onwards. The ministry made this crucial clarification while presenting answers to frequently asked questions regard»»»

The Danish foreign minister said Monday his country insists that everyone, including the United States, must respect “the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark” after US President Donald Trump ‍ announced the appointment of Louisiana's governor as the US ‌special envoy to Greenland. Trump»»»

Dubai: It was a soggy, chaotic Friday in Dubai when Bollywood’s IT couple, Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, touched down to promote their new rom-com, hitting UAE cinemas on December 26. Rain poured relentlessly, the streets gleamed like Korean glass-skin, and I low-key wondered if my car would sur»»»

Sydney: Australia is reckoning with its deadliest mass shooting in decades after a father and son opened fire on crowds gathered for a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach. Using newly released police allegations, witness testimony, and official statements, AFP pieced together a timeline of the December »»»

BusinessUnited States of AmericaWhy Trump is backing Bayer in weedkiller cancer battleNik MartinThe Trump administration has diverged from the position of former US President Biden, throwing its weight behind the German chemical giant in its courtroom battle over the pesticide Roundup. https://p.dw»»»

Dubai: This winter, the UAE is celebrating more than just the season. Citizen-owned farms across the country are emerging as unexpected winter hotspots, where visitors can explore lush landscapes, taste fresh produce, and witness the country’s pioneering approach to sustainable agriculture. More th»»»

POLITICS Trud covers the creation in Nessebar of the Treti Mart [March 3, Bulgaria's Liberation Day] Movement, whose founders describe President Rumen Radev as an informal leader, while Radev distances himself in advance from similar formations. Political scientist Pervan Simeonov says on bTV the n»»»

The mid-December period of 2025 has been marked by a tragic convergence of violence across three continents, shattering the festive atmosphere of Hanukkah and the pre-Christmas season. The events at Bondi Beach in Australia, Brown University in the United States, and a cluster of Germany-related ho»»»

Dubai: K-pop fans, listen up. Two huge stars are set to headline a special one-night-only concert at Dubai Festival City. Chung Ha and Onew will take to the stage as part of the ongoing e& DSF Nights series during the Dubai Shopping Festival. The performanceThe two K-pop idols will perform at Festi»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Reports that Russia is allegedly planning to restore the spheres of influence of the USSR are untrue, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday. "Well, first of all, we do not know how reliable they are. That is the first thing. We have seen some scattered reports on this ma»»»

Dubai: Middle East mergers and acquisitions rebounded sharply in 2025, with deal values surging 260% to $53 billion in the first nine months of the year, defying earlier market volatility and reinforcing the region’s reputation as one of the world’s most resilient dealmaking hubs. Sign up for our d»»»

Dubai: Boeing has appointed Emirati aerospace leader Fahad Al Mheiri as vice president for the Middle East, Gulf and North Africa, marking a significant step in its regional leadership strategy. Based in Dubai, Al Mheiri will assume his new role in January 2026. However, Boeing’s presence in Saudi »»»

Gold prices surged dramatically in 2025, posting gains of over 40% year-to-date by September and reaching around 70% this month. Driven by central bank purchases of the yellow metal, alongside expectations of more Fed rate cuts, spot gold prices hit $4,445.4 per ounce as of December 22, 2025 (3:22:»»»

Dubai: As Dubai prepares for one of its busiest travel periods of the year, Dubai Customs has announced plans to manage the surge in passenger traffic during the New Year holidays, reinforcing the emirate’s status as a leading global destination for tourism, shopping and business. The authority sai»»»

The Sand Dune Showdown Championship wrapped up after two days of high-energy competition, featuring 67 competitors from the UAE and abroad. The event formed part of the Liwa International Festival 2026, which continues to offer a diverse programme of sports, cultural activities, and entertainment. »»»

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday said Tehran “does not rule out” the possibility of a new Israeli or US attack on its nuclear facilities, but remains “fully prepared, even more than before.” “This doesn't mean that we welcome another war, but it is exactly to prevent a war. And the »»»

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has called for renewed military action against Hamas and Hezbollah if they fail to disarm and accused the Palestinian Islamist group of consolidating its power in Gaza. The Republican politician, on a visit to Israel, is a staunch ally of U.S. President Donald Trump. Beg»»»

Dubai: Dhurandhar is soaking up praise from critics and cash from the box office in equal measure. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film unfolds in Pakistan — but here’s the plot twist no one saw coming: not a single frame was shot there. Or in India, for that matter. Instead, the makers went all out t»»»

Doha, Dec. 22 (SANA) Head of the Syrian Central Authority for Auditing and Inspection, Amer al-Ali held separate talks with Russian and Turkish officials on anti-corruption and asset recovery cooperation in Doha, Qatar. The meetings, held during the 11th session of the Conference of the States Part»»»

For nearly three decades, American lawyer Bryan W. Jardine has witnessed, and contributed to, Romania’s transformation. As Wolf Theiss marks 20 years locally, he reflects on legal reform, major deals, and the country’s evolution. By Mihai Cristea You first arrived in Romania in 1996. How would you »»»

Mustafa Tiftikcioglu, the CEO of Garanti BBVA Romania, talked to Business Review about one of the most extensive investment programmes in the lender’s history on the local market, which involves a complete overhaul of its core banking infrastructure. By Anda Sebesi What were your company’s key achi»»»

Romania is on the cusp of a transformative shift in its energy landscape, with electric mobility leading the charge. As the expansion of fast and ultra-fast charging stations picks up pace, the sector is poised to become a cornerstone for decarbonising transport and modernising the grid. The journe»»»

Interviewed by bTV on Sunday evening, GERB-UDF Deputy Floor Leader Denitsa Sacheva said the Rosen Zhelyazkov government was brought down by overambition, which had collided with what she called the opposition's "overpopulism". The government resigned on December 11 after massive protests across Bul»»»