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Cloud seeding, flash floods, and a thirsty city: The UAE’s fragile relationship with rain

As the UAE grapples with water scarcity and flash floods, rain is both a blessing and a warning.

Euronews

Promise and peril drive the fascination with rain in the parched deserts of the United Arab Emirates

Rainfall long has fascinated the people of the United Arab Emirates, a desert nation on the Arabian Peninsula

The Independent UK

Who is French Montana's Fiancée, Princess Sheikha Mahra? Age, Net Worth, Controversial Divorce and More

Rapper French Montana is engaged to Dubai royal Princess Sheikha Mahra. Here's what to know about her age, wealth, background and the controversies surrounding her previous marriage.

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Who is Sheikha Mahra, the Dubai princess engaged to rapper French Montana?

She is daughter of UAE vice president Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Greek socialite Zoe Grigorakos

The Independent UK

Quick Facts On French Montana: Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra's Fiancee - Age, Net Worth And What Is He Known For

Rapper French Montana and Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra confirm engagement after Paris Fashion Week 2025, sparking global headlines and online buzz.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra, French Montana's New Girlfriend? Age, Net Worth, and Details on Her Recent Divorce

Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Dubai's ruler, is rumoured to be dating rapper French Montana after a public outing in Paris. Learn more about her age, background, net worth, and recent divorce.

International Business Times UK

British Teen Jailed in Dubai After Romance Gone Wrong Pleads for Freedom

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British teenager Marcus Fakana jailed in Dubai over sex with girl, 17, pleads for clemency

The 19-year-old has written to the UAE government asking to be released

The Independent UK

Succession power struggles as Mall of the Emirates owners ordered to restructure

Authorities likely want to avoid any further infighting that could slow down the growth of a firm that long has made hiring Emiratis a key goal

The Independent UK

Kentucky Derby: Sovereignty cemented UAE's horse racing dominance

Dubai’s Godolphin has become the world’s most dominant horse racing stable, but its owner has faced serious accusations.

Fortune

Sovereignty wins muddy 151st Kentucky Derby over Journalism

It was the second Derby win for trainer Bill Mott won his first Derby in 2019

The Independent UK

Dubai International Airport, busiest for world travel, sees record 92.3 million passengers in 2024

Officials say Dubai International Airport saw a record 92.3 million passengers pass through its terminals in 2024

The Independent UK

Dubai faces a new problem after becoming a victim of its own popularity

An increasingly popular Dubai is having to contend with massive traffic jams and skyrocketing house prices

The Independent UK

Dubai Airport sees record numbers as tourism continues to skyrocket

Dubai International Airport has seen a record 44.9 million travelers pass through its terminals in the first half of this year

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Dubai princess appears to divorce husband via Instagram

‘As you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce,’ writes Sheikha Mahra

Dynamite News

Ahead of PM Modi's address at World Government Summit, Burj Khalifa lit up with 'Guest of Honor - Republic of India'

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the World Government Summit, Burj Khalifa in Dubai lit up with the words 'Guest of Honor - Republic of India.' Read further on Dynamite News:

The Guardian - UK

‘Brand Dubai’: how the city-state is using Cop28 climate talks to build influence

The emirate hosting the UN’s climate conference is selling a gilded vision of aspiration built on oil and everything it powers

The Hindu

Moon, Mars and beyond: the UAE makes an ambitious foray into space

An analysis on the entry of the UAE and other West Asian nations into the field of space research and their ambitions and prospects

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Gulf Cities: Global Destinations at Arabian Travel Market

The countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) showcased their touristic highlights, including culture, heritage and natural diversity, at the Arabian Travel Market, which is being held in Dubai. The pavilions of the Gulf countries and cities attracted the largest rate of visitors and businessmen who are looking for investment…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Plans to Double Re-Exports by 2030

The UAE approved 24 national initiatives seeking to double its re-export by 100 percent within the seven coming years through benefiting from the 50 commercial offices worldwide. The initiatives include the establishment of a national re-export committee, which mainly contributes to supporting an increase in re-export rates.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Amirabdollahian Denies Differences Over Iran's Foreign Policy

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian denied on Saturday any local differences over Iran’s novel foreign policy, stressing that all parties were in coordination under "the supervision of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi." Amirabdollahian confirmed that the Supreme National Security Council Secretary, Ali Shamkhani, would soon visit Iraq. Earlier, observers questioned the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Leaders Congratulate President of China on Re-Election

United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent on Friday a message of congratulations to Xi Jinping on his re-election as President of China, reported the UAE's state news agency WAM. Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also sent…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Approves Developing the Circular Economy Policy 2031

The Emirati Cabinet approved developing the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2031, as an updated framework to achieve the objectives of the UAE in the circular economy, the UAE's Green Agenda 2030, and the UAE Centennial 2071. The Agenda includes developing 22 policies in various fields, including sustainable transport, sustainable food…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Underlines Importance of Tourism as Major Contributor to the Economy

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has visited Atlantis The Royal, a new iconic landmark on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah Island. Surging 43 stories high and spanning 406,000 square meters, the ultra-luxury resort is a unique addition to Dubai’s spectacular skyline as…

Liverpool Echo

Liverpool takeover reality clear amid fan theories as Dubai trip explained

Liverpool play their first friendly out in Dubai later today amid reminders of what could have been in an alternate reality for the club

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