Middle East

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John Sanei furture stragetist: "prepare for all eventualities"

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Future strategist and bestselling author John Sanei says that society should "prepare for all eventualities" when contemplating the future, despite adding that there is no way to actually "future-proof the future." John was speaking at the Dubai Future Forum at the Museum of the Future.

24/10/2022

Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan proposes a referendum on right to wear headscarf

The Turkish president has proposed a referendum on a constitutional change to guarantee the right to wear a headscarf in civil institutions.

23/10/2022

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XPeng flying car takes to the sky in Dubai

A futuristic flying two-seater car flew over Dubai’s skyline during GITEX 2022.

21/10/2022

Football Now

Qatar 2022: Ronaldo's World Cup curtain call?

In partnership with Media City

It's been a glistening 19-year international career for Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo. Will the winter World Cup in Qatar be his last tournament?

20/10/2022

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GITEX: world's biggest technology show

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Held in Dubai, GITEX is the world's biggest technology show and on display was an array of science-fiction, being turned into science-fact. One of the stand-out attractions was a two-seater carbon-neutral flying car, and others included robot dogs and driverless taxis.

20/10/2022

Green News

COP27 to ‘amplify the youth’s voice’
 with new children’s platform

The Children and Youth Pavilion will be positioned front and centre in the Blue Zone, where world leaders enter negotiations.

20/10/2022

Qatar 365

Qatar's entrepreneurs prepare to welcome World Cup crowds

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With an estimated 1.5 million football fans descending on Qatar in November for the World Cup, there are plenty of opportunities for savvy businesses.

19/10/2022

Travel News

Cappadocia: Two tourists killed in a sunrise hot air balloon accident

Three people were also injured out of a group of 30 when a surge in wind speed forced the balloon to make a hard landing.

18/10/2022

Scenes

Meet the dance crew taking steps towards success in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

"I just hope they have fun dancing and continue to dream. They can do anything if they can believe it."

17/10/2022

Tech News

AI-powered guns being deployed by the Israeli army in the West bank

The artificial intelligence-powered guns can track targets to enhance accuracy when firing tear gas, stun grenades and sponge-tipped bullets.

17/10/2022

Food and Drink

Meet Fatih Tutak, Turkey's first 2-Michelin Star chef in Istanbul

Fatih Tutak says he's not only proud to be Turkey's first 2-Michelin Star chef in Istanbul. He also wants to promote the best of Turkish cuisine around the world.

17/10/2022

Turkey

Blaze at a 24-story skyscraper in Istanbul brought under control

The fire quickly climbed up the building via the exterior cladding, but the building was quickly evacuated. No injuries were reported.

16/10/2022

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Dubai's 'Yogi with a Lamborghini' on bridging the gap between money and spirituality

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Master Sri Akarshana opens up about his journey from businessman to educational motivator, and his latest projects in Dubai's yoga and NFT scenes.

16/10/2022

Climate

7 big questions for Egypt’s chief climate negotiator ahead of COP27

In an exclusive Q&A, Ambassador Mohamed Nasr lays out Egypt's ambitions for the UN climate conference in Sharm el-Sheikh.

16/10/2022

Turkey

Turkish MP smashes phone in furious speech over social media law

"We fear that it may further curtail freedoms, freedom of expression and independent media in Turkey", said one European Commission spokesperson.

14/10/2022

Turkey

Turkey coal mine blast death toll reaches 41, president says

The country's leader also said that rescue operations were concluded on Saturday evening but that the investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing.

14/10/2022

Football Now

Can Brazil win a sixth World Cup?

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20 years on from Brazil's last World Cup win, can they add a sixth title in Qatar this winter?

13/10/2022

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UAE Green Visa launched

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The United Arab Emirates has updated its visa rules related to work, investment and innovation to keep attracting global workers to the country.

13/10/2022

Mobility

Bye-bye traffic jams? Chinese-made flying taxi takes off in Dubai

The XPeng X2, an electric aircraft that looks like a drone but can go as fast as a car, offers a glimpse into the future of urban mobility.

13/10/2022

The Exchange

Sneaker market thriving

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Did you know that you can invest in sneakers like stocks? If you know your stuff, you can also make a bumper profit selling limited-edition sneakers. Shoes have become a financial asset as much as a style choice, with some pairs costing up to $50,000.

12/10/2022

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Chinese firm tests a two-passenger electric flying taxi in Dubai

Is it a car? Or a plane? Or a drone? Created by Chinese company XPENG AEROHT, this test of the electric flying taxi offers a glimpse into the future, where people may one day soar through over the city to their destination, leaving traffic jams far below.

12/10/2022

Destinations

Looking for a great value autumn getaway? Turkey ticks all the boxes

Your travel money will go further in Turkey. Here are the 5 best things to do once you get there.

12/10/2022

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Worshippers pray by Western Wall during Sukkot

Thousands of Jewish worshippers attended the Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. The traditional blessing, usually attended by tens of thousands of worshippers, is held three times a year on the holidays of Sukkot, Shavuot and Passover.

12/10/2022

Israel

Israel and Lebanon reach 'historic' US-brokered maritime border deal

The agreement would mark a major breakthrough in relations between the countries which have been formally at war since 1948 — but obstacles remain.

11/10/2022

Scenes

Meet the team changing autistic children’s lives with horses in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

Horses are great therapeutic animals because of their energy. They really match your energy. If you're excited, they will mirror that. If you are calm, they reflect that back to you. They get you to focus on controlling your energy.

10/10/2022

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Swiss filmmaker in conversation at 2022 Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival

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Claudio Von Planta is a Swiss filmmaker, best known for his work with Hollywood actor Ewan McGregor and British presenter Charley Boorman on The Long Way Up, Long Way Down, and Long Way Round TV series, in conversation with Euronews at the 2022 Dubai Film Festival.

09/10/2022