Middle East

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Dubai sees a bumper year for property sales

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Dubai sees a bumper year for property sales in 2022 with over 97,000 properties changing hands.

17/01/2023

Football Now

What legacy will the 2022 World Cup leave for Qatar?

In partnership with Media City

One of the best World Cups of all time, but what legacy will it leave on the country of its hosts, Qatar?

17/01/2023

Turkey

'Hand over your terrorists': Turkey pressures Nordic NATO hopefuls

Sweden and Finland must deport 130 "terrorists" to Turkey before Ankara will approve their NATO bids, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Monday.

16/01/2023

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How social media has transformed the travel industry

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Beautiful Destinations CEO Jeremy Jauncey made travel his trade and practices what he preaches in terms of being an environmental change maker.

13/01/2023

Israel

Israeli lawyers march against plans to overhaul judicial system

Hundreds of Israeli lawyers decried the government's controversial plan to overhaul the judicial system on Thursday in a rare demonstration in the capital, Tel Aviv. Attornies said the proposal is a threat to democracy and will erode the Supreme Court's independence.

13/01/2023

United Arab Emirates

Top oil executive named as president of COP28

Environmentalists are criticising a decision by the United Arab Emirates to name top oil executive Sultan Ahmed al-Jaber as the president of this year's COP28 climate talks.

12/01/2023

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Watch: Heavy rain flood streets in Alexandria

Heavy rain hit areas of the Egyptian city of Alexandria, leaving motorists driving through flooded streets.

12/01/2023

Green News

Why has a Big Oil CEO been selected to lead COP28 climate talks?

Al Jaber says the UAE will take an “inclusive approach” that encompasses all stakeholders - especially those from the Global South who are most impacted by climate change.

12/01/2023

Turkey

Turkish Medical Association chief has been convicted of terror charge

A court convicted the president of the Turkish Medical Association of spreading “terror organisation propaganda” but rights groups think it's an attempt to silence government critics.

12/01/2023

Qatar 365

Qatar opens its doors to the performing arts

In partnership with Media City

From aerial arts to street jazz, visiting musicians, and Bollywood musicals, Qatar is opening up to a vibrant dance and performance scene

11/01/2023

Culture news

Here's how Cristiano Ronaldo may be allowed to break Saudi Arabia law

It's been reported that Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez will be allowed to share a home in Saudi Arabia despite the Kingdom's laws which forbid unmarried couples from living together

10/01/2023

Culture news

Artist Sacha Jafri on how to link humanity, charity and Rolls-Royces

"My work is quite average, when it's not linked to humanity." Sacha Jafri explains the meaning behind his collaboration with the luxury car manufacturer.

09/01/2023

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Israelis protest Benjamin Netanyahu's new government

Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to denounce Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s newly approved government.

08/01/2023

Culture news

Türkiye's top 10 Spotify songs in 2022

The cultural crossroads. The geopolitical axis point. Türkiye has been called many things as the country lies between Europe and Asia and you'll find rich musical pickings from both in the most listened to tracks from 2022.

07/01/2023

Destinations

Turkey: There’s more to Cappadocia than hot air balloons

Cappadocia is best known for hot air balloon rides and martian landscapes, but there’s plenty more to the popular Turkish destination.

07/01/2023

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UAE tourism scores an uptick as sporting events boost trade

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The latest figures from Dubai Sports Council show the sports sector has added more than €2 billion to the economy.

06/01/2023

Tech News

Saudi Arabia jails two Wikipedia staff to 'control content'

Two Saudi Wikipedia administrators were jailed for 32 years and eight years in government efforts to control information, say NGOs.

06/01/2023

Culture news

US authorities return stolen ancient sarcophagus to Egypt

As Egyptian authorities continue increasing their efforts to reclaim stolen artefacts and bring them back to the country, US authorities have returned a looted ancient sarcophagus to Cairo

06/01/2023

Football Now

How Qatar delivered on its 2022 promise

In partnership with Media City

One of the best World Cups of all time, but how did Qatar deliver on its promise to give us an amazing tournament?

05/01/2023

Series

The UAE: Discover thrilling adventure and eye-opening culture

In partnership with Visit Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is a mix of magnificent architecture, stunning beaches, traditional and cultural monuments, adventure sports and other inspiring locations which are off the beaten track.

05/01/2023

Eco-Innovation

How this Turkish city is transforming its energy supply

The Antalya region accounts for one fifth of Turkish fruit and vegetable exports and is being reinvigorated by solar power.

05/01/2023

Travel News

Holidays in Dubai just got cheaper as 30 per cent alcohol tax scrapped

The move is expected to further the appeal of Dubai to tourists drawn by its more liberal lifestyle, compared to other Gulf cities.

04/01/2023

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Ronaldo welcomed in Riyadh by his new club Al Nassr

Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo received a thunderous reception at a packed, 25,000-capacity Mrsool Park in Riyadh, which erupts in cheers and pyrotechnics as he appears in Al Nassr's yellow and blue kit.

04/01/2023

Green News

'Brazil is back' as a global climate leader, says President Lula

Brazil's new President has been sworn in and is making good on his vow to end deforestation in the Amazon.

03/01/2023

Partner content

Why increasing numbers of people are relocating to Dubai

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Many of us dream of relocating to a sunny tax haven, and Dubai is one destination that’s banking on attracting expats to populate its workforce and power its economy.

02/01/2023

Scenes

Meet the kitesurfing instructor harnessing the wind and waves in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

Kitesurfing gives me an amazing feeling. If I am feeling anxious or stressed, I go kitesurfing

02/01/2023