Middle East

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Sand science: Dubai researchers dig up secrets to sustain life on Earth & Mars

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It’s predicted that 90% of Earth’s land will be degraded by 2050, as urbanisation and climate change desertify it, turning the planet’s surface into dust and sand. This sediment makes up 75% of UAE land, where researchers are using nanotechnology and living organisms to unlock its hidden potential

09/06/2021

My Europe Series

Prague is the only EU state to keep a Syrian embassy since 2012. Why?

The embassy in Damascus has only one Czech employee.

09/06/2021

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New falcon training device 'BerghWing' aims to revolutionise sport

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The 'BerghWing' is the brainchild of a Dubai-based falconer, who trains some of the world's most elite birds.

09/06/2021

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Members of Hamas' armed wing parade in Gaza City

Members of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, armed wing of the Palestinian Hamas movement, parade in Gaza City after Hamas threatened a renewed escalation over a planned right-wing Israeli march through flashpoint areas of annexed east Jerusalem on Thursday

08/06/2021

Cyprus

Cyprus wrongly issued passports despite warnings, probe concludes

More than 6,700 passports were issued by Cyprus over its investment-for-citizenship programme's 13-year run but over half of them were issued not to the investors themselves but to family members or top company executives.

08/06/2021

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How to make ceviche like celebrity chef Richard Sandoval

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Richard Sandoval had a dream: to introduce made-from-scratch Latin American food to the world.

07/06/2021

Destinations

From Sharjah to Fujairah: The five most beautiful hidden emirates

Mountains, white sand beaches and cities of towering minarets adorn the UAE's five forgotten emirates.

07/06/2021

Israel

Israel arrests Jerusalem activists in contested neighbourhood

Israeli police arrested 23-year-old Muna al-Kurd who has led protests against attempts by Jewish settlers to evict Palestinian families from their homes. She was later released.

06/06/2021

Turkey

Turkey promises action on 'sea snot' engulfing the coast

A thick layer of slime has engulfed boats moored in the Sea of Marmara, to the south of Istanbul. Warm water temperatures and industrial waste have been blamed for this record build up of algae

06/06/2021

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Israel launches vaccination campaign for teens aged 12 to 15 years old

Young Israelis aged between 12 and 15 years old head to Misgav Ladach hospital to receive a dose of the Covid-19 vaccine.

06/06/2021

Sport

EURO 2020: This is your quick guide to Turkey

Turkey lost only one of their ten qualifying matches for EURO 2020, conceding just three goals.

04/06/2021

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How Dubai is embracing Cryptocurrencies

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People around the world have heard of cryptocurrencies, but they are still poorly understood. Dubai plans to remedy that at the AIBC summit.

04/06/2021

Israel

Thousands join Jerusalem Pride march in call for LGBT rights

"It is very important to come to parades like this, not only to party... but also to protest for our rights.”

04/06/2021

Israel

Israel: PM Netanyahu's opponents strike coalition deal to oust him

Centrist Yair Lapid and ultranationalist Naftali Bennett said they reached a deal to form a new governing coalition, which also includes a small Islamist party.

02/06/2021

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The best of Dubai on a budget

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Dubai may be home to some of the most decadent experiences in the world, but it’s also a destination that explorers can enjoy on a budget.

02/06/2021

Israel

Isaac Herzog, son of former president, elected president of Israel

Isaac Herzog has been elected as the new President of Israel, as opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu try to reach a last-ditch agreement on a new coalition government.

02/06/2021

Health news

Small number of heart inflammation cases linked to Pfizer vaccine

275 reported cases of myocarditis were found among the 5 million people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, Israel's health ministry said.

02/06/2021

Israel

Israel: Netanyahu opponents in race against time to form government

Opponents of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu are racing against time to finalise a coalition government ahead of a midnight deadline on Wednesday.

02/06/2021

Gaza

Children share their experiences of the recent Israel-Gaza violence

"The houses were falling down on people," said one 11-year-old. "We lost hope. Some people ran away and the paramedics told us to run to the hospital."

31/05/2021

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Biohacking in Dubai rises in popularity

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Biohacking, a type of do-it-yourself biology, is becoming popular in Dubai. For enthusiasts, its practices can range from big or small changes to improve health and well-being to more extreme examples of implants and gene editing. But some critics are warning about potential health risks.

31/05/2021

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Gazans head to the beach as ceasefire holds

Families flocked to Gaza's beaches on Sunday after spending almost two weeks largely confined to their homes during the latest war between Israel and the territory's militant Hamas rulers.

31/05/2021

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The show must go on! Puppeteers pick up the pieces of destroyed theatre in Gaza

Two weeks after a ceasefire brought an end to 11 days of hostilities between Israel and Hamas, Nabil al-Khatib, Palestinian artist and founder of Beit al-Fann (the house of art) salvages puppets from his theatre studio in Gaza City to keep bringing smiles to the faces of Palestinian children.

31/05/2021

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Dubai conference spells start of new chapter for tourism industry

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Leading travel companies, airlines and tourism boards from over 80 countries showcased at the exhibition, with 10,000 people attending the event - a feat that would have been unimaginable 12 months ago.

31/05/2021

Israel

Israeli right-wing leader joins with centrists to oust Netanyahu

Naftali Bennett, the leader of Israel's hardline Yamina party, has confirmed plans to form a coalition with centrists to seize a majority in parliament.

30/05/2021

Egypt

High-level talks ensue over Gaza reconstruction after Israel-Hamas war

An Egyptian official said on Sunday that funds to Gaza will be overseen by an international body like the United Nations to ensure they do not end up with Hamas.

30/05/2021

Saudi Arabia

First UNWTO regional office opens in Riyadh

The hub will co-ordinate initiatives across 13 countries in the Middle East.

30/05/2021