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Fadi Ghandour, executive chairman of Wamda, says racism and Islamophobia have no place in the Middle East's business landscape. Pawan Singh / The National

InterviewWamda chairman hits back after Sequoia partner's Islamophobic post

The latest Superman film, which stars David Corenswet as the lead, garnered rave reviews from early screenings. Photo: Warner Bros Pictures

Superman is an immigrant: James Gunn's political stance sparks controversy

For more than 600 consecutive days, Yusuke Furusawa, 49, has been protesting Israel's war on Gaza in the streets of Tokyo

InterviewFrom Tokyo to Gaza: One man's 600-day protest for Palestine

Norman Tebbit served in Margaret Thatcher’s Cabinet from 1981 to 1987. Getty Images

Norman Tebbit obituary: Former pilot flew high in UK politics as Thatcherite

Palestinians cover the grave of victims of Israeli army strikes after their funeral in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. AP

Even Gaza’s dead struggle for peace as war leads to shortage of graves

Eisa Al Dah, right, on his way to victory over Ignasi Caballero Perez in Dubai in 2011. Mike Young / The National

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People on the bridge to the Bluewaters Island in Dubai. There are no fines for uncovered shoulders or short skirts in most spaces. The UAE does not enforce rigid public dress codes. Reuters

CommentThere's no dress code in the UAE but how appropriate is your outfit?

The Lebanese government has given US Special Envoy Thomas Barrack, pictured, an 'unbelievably satisfying' response in regards to the disarming of Hezbollah. EPA

ExclusiveKey points from Lebanon’s response to US demand to disarm Hezbollah


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US President Donald Trump with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington. Reuters

Donald Trump wants Gaza ceasefire to automatically extend

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  • Backlash grows over Israel’s proposal for prison-like city in Gaza

Gargash hails UAE’s pivotal role in Syria’s recovery

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President Donald Trump and Syria's interim President Ahmad Al Shara in Riyadh. AP

AnalysisUS accommodates Syria's former 'terrorist' HTS but maintains pressure

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Egyptian lorry driver sentenced to 15 years over deadly crash

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The Liberian-flagged bulk carrier Eternity C in Split, Croatia in January 2023. AP

Three crew dead after second Greek-owned ship attacked off Yemen

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Backlash grows over Israel’s proposal for prison-like city in Gaza

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Evacuations in Syria's Latakia countryside as wildfires advance on homes

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UAE Team Emirates rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates winning Stage 4 of the Tour de France in Rouen. AP

Tour de France 2025: Pogacar sprints to 100 career wins

The latest Superman film, which stars David Corenswet as the lead, garnered rave reviews from early screenings. Photo: Warner Bros Pictures

Superman is an immigrant: James Gunn's political stance sparks controversy

The vehicle drove past lines of cars stuck in standstill traffic. Dubai Police

Dubai Police release footage of driver overtaking on hard shoulder at high speed

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New malaria drug to treat babies and young children receives approval

Those who apply for a golden visa can acquire a second passport, or at least residency in another country. Getty Images

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Mehdi Asgari was the victim of an online financial scam. Photo: Mehdi Asgari

How a Dubai resident lost Dh700,000 in a gold mining scam

The 100ml policy has been in place since 2006. Reuters

British airports start to drop 100ml rule for hand luggage

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Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize as Gaza talks drag on

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu handed US President Donald Trump a nomination letter during a meeting at the White House

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US envoy hails Lebanese response to proposal on Hezbollah disarmament

US envoy hails Lebanese response to proposal on Hezbollah disarmament

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Trump open to lifting Iran sanctions 'at the right time'

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Paramedics inspect a burnt vehicle, which was targeted in an Israeli strike, in the Ayrouniyeh area near Lebanon's northern port city of Tripoli on July 8, 2025. AFP

LatestThree killed as Israel bombs alleged Hamas official in north Lebanon

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Firefighters battle the blaze at the Ramses Central telecoms hub. The fire burnt for six hours before it was contained. Reuters

Egypt’s parliament summons minister over deadly Cairo fire amid outcry

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Macron begins state visit to UK amid migrant crisis

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German Minister for Education Karin Prien has suggested capping the number of migrant pupils in German classes. AFP

Germany’s education minister suggests classroom cap on immigrant pupils

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US revokes foreign terrorist designation for Syria's HTS

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Camp grieves loss of 27 girls and counsellors in Texas floods that killed more than 100 people

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Italy and Germany threaten to withdraw from Eurovision if Israel is excluded

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Real Madrid's Francisco Garcia, right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal in their Club World Cup quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund at the MetLife Stadium. AFP

Madrid survive Dortmund scare to set up showdown with PSG

Paris Saint-Germain's Joao Neves, left, embraces teammate Vitinh. The pair have been instrumental in the French club's record-breaking campaign that could culminate in being crowed world champions. AP

PSG v Bayern: How a defeat in Munich turbocharged Luis Enrique's record breakers

Al Hilal's Kaio Cesar, left, and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic battle for the ball against Fluminense's Jhon Arias. AFP

Al Hilal's Club World Cup over as Chelsea advance to semi-finals

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe and Juventus' Randal Kolo Muani shake hands after the match. AP

Alonso upbeat over Mbappe fitness as Real Madrid set up Dortmund showdown

Manchester City's Omar Marmoush celebrates after the Club World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Manchester City and Al Hilal in Orlando, Fla. , Monday, June 30, 2025. (AP Photo / Phelan Ebenhack)

Al Hilal face Fluminense buoyed by 'inexplicable' Man City win

Soccer Football - FIFA Club World Cup - Round of 16 - Manchester City v Al Hilal - Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida, U. S. - June 30, 2025 Al Hilal's Kalidou Koulibaly celebrates scoring their third goal REUTERS / Lee Smith

Is Al Hilal’s landmark win over City the moment Saudi football arrived?

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Flamengo. Reuters

Kane's double helps Bayern set up quarter-final against PSG

Chelsea players celebrate their win over Benfica. AP

Chelsea boss Maresca proud as they beat Benfica and weather at Club World Cup


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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shows a tariffs letter from US President Donald Trump to South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. Reuters

Trump tariffs: Tunisia among countries hit with trade letters

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Terror financing investigations have 'significant holes' globally, report says

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UAE Central Bank fines three exchange houses Dh4.1 million

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Why the Outlawz remain one of hip-hop’s most tragic groups

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Artists 'find some light' on return to Beirut after 14 years

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An Academy Award aside, Egyptian-American actor Rami Malek has also won an Emmy, a Bafta and a Golden Globe. Getty Images

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