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Long queues at Beirut bakeries as Lebanon bread crisis continues

Long lines form in front of bakeries and supermarkets in the Lebanese capital Beirut.

27/07/2022

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This exhausted Euphrates tortoise was brought back to life

This exhausted Euphrates tortoise was brought back to life with the efforts of the teams.

27/07/2022

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Saudi Arabia unveils plans for a city of two 170km-long skyscrapers

The Line makes up a major part of the wider Neom project first announced in 2017.

27/07/2022

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Film festival jury members floating on the Dead Sea

Jordan’s first international film festival that showcases Arab and international movies was long overdue. The Jordanian local film industry has begun to show what it can do, with talented directors winning international acclaim.

26/07/2022

Scenes

Meet the Qatari farmer growing medicinal plants in the desert

In partnership with Media City

“Torba preserves traditional native plants of the Gulf region. We have heritage seeds and plants, and we grow many other plants from around the world.”

25/07/2022

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InClassica 2022: Stars Lit up Dubai at 11th Edition of World’s Biggest Musical Observatory

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Following a raucous reception at the 10th-anniversary celebration which took place last year, the InClassica International Music Festival recently returned to Dubai for its 11th edition.

22/07/2022

Syria

Four children killed in deadly Russian airstrike in Syria

A human rights group says the airstrike was carried out by a Russian warplane following four other Russian airstrikes in a town further north.

22/07/2022

Turkey

Ukraine and Russia sign vital grain export deal in Istanbul

The deal took place amid soaring food prices and growing concerns over worldwide food shortage and famine as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues.

21/07/2022

Cyprus

Cyprus president tests positive for COVID-19

President Nicos Anastasiades is in a good condition and has exhibited only mild symptoms, according to a government spokesperson.

19/07/2022

Gaza

Israel strikes Gaza Strip hours after US President Biden's visit

The strike on Saturday hit a Hamas weapons manufacturing facility, IDF claimed.

16/07/2022

Saudi Arabia

Joe Biden and Saudi crown prince begin big meeting with fist bump

The US president arrived in Jeddah on the third day of a four-day visit to the Middle East. The Saudi leg is one of the most delicate trips he has faced on the world stage.

15/07/2022

Turkey

Teenagers arrested on suspicion of vandalising famous Jewish cemetery

Turkish Interior Minister Süleyman Soylu has described the incident as a "heinous attack".

15/07/2022

Culture news

Call to prayer competition searches for Turkey's best religious voice

At the Grand mosque in Turkey's Edirne region, muezzins (call to prayer singers) compete to be crowned the countries most melodic voice. But what does it take to master this art form?

15/07/2022

Saudi Arabia

Biden to visit Saudi Arabia despite Khashoggi killing criticism

US President Joe Biden promised to make Saudi Arabia a "pariah" on his campaign trail two years ago, but energy and security concerns have forced a changed stance.

15/07/2022

Israel

US and Israel vow never to let Iran get nuclear weapons

The US president met the Israeli prime minister but neither can agree how to proceed.

14/07/2022

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Fintech: Dubai looks at the financing technology of the future

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Rising inflation and political uncertainties are destablizing the global economy. But one sector has fared better than others: financial technology or Fintech. Dubai is seizing the opporutnity to bank on its promises.

14/07/2022

Israel

Biden praises 'bone deep' bond on first presidential visit to Israel

The US president wlll meet with Palestinian officials on Friday, and continue to Saudi Arabia on his first Middle East tour since taking office.

13/07/2022

Qatar 365

Qatar’s growing contribution to the health and wellness sector

In partnership with Media City

From luxury health resorts for families to an eco-friendly farm offering a down-to-earth experience, Qatar 365 discovers how wellness is gaining more significance and becoming big business in the Gulf country.

13/07/2022

Culture news

Meet the Cypriot women determined to keep Fythkiotika weaving alive

At 82, Irene Diomidous is one of the last remaining Fythkiotika weavers, an artform which has been passed down through generations of women. But why is the practice dying out?

13/07/2022

Turkey

UN cautious over Ukraine claim that end to grain blockade is close

Military officials from the two countries are holding their first face-to-face meetings for months in Istanbul, to discuss a UN plan to export grain and ease global shortages.

13/07/2022

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Fintech - Will it replace traditional banks?

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Open banking has facilitated the rise of embedded finance – but is this a safe way to enhance the consumer experience or does it carry hidden risks?

13/07/2022

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WrestleFest DXB power slams into the hearts of UAE wrestling fans

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Part sport, part entertainment, wrestling is a theatrical battle – and it’s bringing competitors together in Dubai

13/07/2022

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How to fund a startup and stay afloat

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Around 20% of small businesses fail in their first year. Here are guidelines for staying afloat, from how to secure funding to investment pitfalls to avoid

13/07/2022

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How a new breed of robots could revolutionise the workplace

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Cobots – collaborative robots – are designed for human interaction and could soon be working alongside people in factories and offices

13/07/2022

Food and Drink

Dubai’s first-ever Michelin star winners revealed

History is made as two Dubai restaurants scoop two stars, while nine score one star in the Middle East's first-ever Michelin guide

13/07/2022

Syria

Leader of ISIS killed by US drone strike in Syria, says Pentagon

Maher al-Agal was reportedly killed in a strike near Syria's northern border with Turkey.

12/07/2022