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Mr Biden announces his national security nominees and appointees at his transition headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. Reuters

US Government agencies begin the transition to Biden as Trump considers pardons

Tim Draper, who founded Draper Associates in 1985, recently invested in Dubai-based Global Ventures. Antonie Robertson / The National

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Jonathan Pollard, an American who spent 30 years in US prison for spying for Israel, arrives at US District Court in the Manhattan borough of New York, July 22, 2016. Reuters

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The Americas

The Duchess of Sussex has disclosed that she suffered a miscarriage in July. AP

Duchess of Sussex reveals she suffered a miscarriage

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The Hope Consortium will store and distribute Covid-19 vaccines across the world. Courtesy: Hope Consortium

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Health

The Iranian diplomat Assadollah Assadi goes on trial this week accused over an alleged plot to blow up a dissidents' rally.

The Iranian spy whose Paris 'bomb plot' could have sparked a war

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10 reasons to feel grateful this Thanksgiving

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US Elections

US President-elect Joe Biden stands with his nominees for his national security team at his transition headquarters in the Queen Theatre in Wilmington, Delaware, November 24, 2020. Reuters

America is back, says Joe Biden as he unveils Cabinet

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US president-elect introduced his Cabinet choices so far, describing a policy vision for the next four years

Joe Biden in Ramadi, Iraq, in 2007. Photo by HO / Joe Biden / AFP

Joe Biden could help Iraq by defusing US-Iran tensions, Iraqi adviser says

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In this file photo Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks to supporters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 3, 2020. Pennsylvania officially certified Democrat Joe Biden's election victory in the state over Donald Trump on November 24, 2020. AFP

Pennsylvania certifies election results cementing Biden’s victory

The Americas

Michele Flournoy (left), a politically moderate Pentagon veteran, is regarded by US officials and political insiders as a top choice for President-elect Joe Biden to choose to head the Pentagon. AP Photo

Who are Biden’s front-runners for the Defence and Treasury posts

The Americas

epa08840146 (FILE) - US singer Beyonce poses in the press room during the 59th annual Grammy Awards ceremony at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, USA (reissued 24 November 2020). Beyonce was nominated for nine awards at the 63rd Grammy Awards, making her the most-nominated female artist in Grammy history with a total of 79 in her career. The 63rd Grammy Awards will be broadcasted on 31 January 2021. EPA/MIKE NELSON

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Tristram Shapeero, left, has identified himself as the director caught speaking about actor Lukas Gage's apartment in an unmuted Zoom call.

Tristram Shapeero apologises for unmuted actor apartment critique

Alex Bailey, 14 years old, from Dublin, Ireland, made this Lego model of Manhattan in one week.Courtesy Laura Bailey

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"Rockefeller", was found in a Christmas tree transported from Oneonta to Rockefeller Centre in New York. AFP

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 22: Daniil Medvedev of Russia poses with the winners trophy and Dominic Thiem of Austria poses with runners up plate after their singles final match during day eight of the Nitto ATP World Tour Finals at The O2 Arena on November 22, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Medvedev and Thiem show that Big Three's reign is finally being challenged

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Cara Delevingne, Jennifer Lopez and Bebe Rexa arrive at the 2020 American Music Awards

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ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - November 21, 2020: HH General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces (C), meets with Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State of the United States of America (L), at Al Shati Palace. Seen with HH Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE National Security Advisor (R). ( Hamad Al Mansoori / Ministry of Presidential Affairs ) ---

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Mike Pompeo in Abu Dhabi

Coronavirus

Italy is calling for a blanket ban on holidays in the Alps over Christmas. AFP

Italy calls for ban on Alpine skiing over Christmas

Europe

Neighbouring countries unconvinced by plan to keep Europe’s ski resorts closed

A worshipper performs prayers at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE worshippers rejoice as mosques prepare to reopen for Friday prayers

UAE Government

Photographer Ramesh Shukla at his home in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National

How residents are preparing to enjoy National Day after a tough year

UAE

King Abdullah II inaugurates a field hospital on the premises of the Royal Medical Services’ Prince Hashim bin Al Hussein Hospital in Zarqa Governorate. Courtesy The Royal Hashemite Court

Jordan’s king lends high profile to combat coronavirus surge

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World

A car crashed into the gate of the office of German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin. Reuters

Car crashes into gates of Angela Merkel's office

Europe

Vehicle had slogans scrawled on the doors

Jordan’s king lends high profile to combat coronavirus surge

MENA

Sheikh Mohamed and Netanyahu nominated for Nobel Peace Prize after Abraham Accord

GCC

Israeli PM announces possible Bahrain visit

World

Business

To date, the Targeted Economic Supprt Scheme has benefited more than 310,000 retail customers, nearly 10,000 small and medium sized enterprises and more than 1,500 private sector corporates. Ryan Carter / The National

Lenders welcome Tess extension by UAE Central Bank

Money

Regulatory body says the industry has survived 'extraordinary times'

Britain slashes foreign aid budget to 0.5% of national income

Economy

Mubadala looks to step up tech investments in Europe and India

Technology

FinTech agreements with Israel to expand market access and funding, ADGM exec says

Technology

Opinion

There will be smaller numbers at this year's Thanksgiving celebrations around the US. The National

Finding hope this Thanksgiving

Comment

epa08839994 The children of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, Arabella and Theodore, greet Corn, the National Thanksgiving Turkey, before President Trump pardoned the bird, at the White House, in Washington, DC, USA, 24 November 2020. EPA/KEVIN DIETSCH / POOL

10 reasons to feel grateful this Thanksgiving

Comment

Leaders listen to the opening remarks of King Salman of Saudi Arabia at this year's G20. AFP

The voice of the UAE at the G20

Comment

Thousands of Afghans have sought asylum in Australia in recent years, but their applications are rarely accepted. NurPhoto via Getty

After evidence of brutal war crimes, what Australia owes Afghans

Comment

Sunset at the Souq Al Anshetah Masjid Mosque at the New Mina Port area in Abu Dhabi. Humans have always relied on the sun. Victor Besa / The National

UAE is putting the sun back at the centre of our world

Comment

Exclusives

Lebanon’s caretaker finance minister Ghazi Wazni says the country has lost faith in the banking system. AFP

Lebanon: caretaker finance minister warns of 'the end' of the country

World

He says he backs the French initiative to support Lebanon

SoftBank Group's profit rebounded after a global rally in tech shares helped it improve its start-ups' valuations. AFP

SoftBank Vision Fund to boost tech investments and eyes more IPOs

Technology

Al Batool Hospital in Mosul, where many war-damaged medical facilities are operating out of caravans. Courtesy: Facebook

‘We’re treating patients in caravans’: corruption and neglect intensify Mosul’s coronavirus crisis

MENA

Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE Ambassador to the United States. Evelyn Hockstein for The National

Yousef Al Otaiba: 'The biggest fault line right now is how to deal with Iran'

World

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Mina Plaza will be demolished on Friday. Victor Besa / The National

Mina Zayed demolition: Abu Dhabi announces major road closures

Abu Dhabi's Yas Island to become the Hollywood of the Middle East

Dubai foils biggest drug-smuggling attempt at port

UAE National Day car rules revealed by Abu Dhabi Police

Thousands visit Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival in just four days

Arts & Culture

Emirati poet Hoor Al Nuaimi is set to study at Oxford University in the UK next year. NYU Abu Dhabi

How Emirati poet Hoor Al Nuaimi fuses the best of Arabic and English in her work

From club to Dh,2000 caviar: how White Dubai transformed into a fine-dining lounge

Justin Bieber, The Weeknd and Nicki Minaj slam Grammy nominations

'Delhi Crime' and 'For Sama' win top prizes at International Emmys

Sharjah Film Platform awards: Syria's Yaser Kassab among filmmakers honoured

Lifestyle

Gigi Hadid has voiced her support for Halima Aden after the hijabi model expressed her regret over past fashion shoots.

Gigi Hadid expresses support for hijabi model Halima Aden: 'You make me proud'

Bespoke bikes: Dubai cafe Pedal offers coffee and customised cycles

16 National Day staycations under Dh1,500: Getaways across the emirates

Duchess of Sussex reveals she suffered a miscarriage

Emirates to take delivery of first A380 Premium Economy cabin in December

Travel

The moon rises behind the CN Tower and skyline in Toronto - a sight much of the world would like to go to bed to. Getty

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Emirates to take delivery of first A380 Premium Economy cabin in December

Feel 38,000 feet high at home: British Airways sells accessories from planes

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Technology

Mubadala looks to step up tech investments in Europe and India

Technology

Abu Dhabi Global Market rolls out new digital lab

Technology

Richard Teng, chief executive of the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority. Chris Whiteoak / The National

FinTech agreements with Israel to expand market access and funding, ADGM exec says

Technology

Abu Dhabi Global Market will sign a memorandum of understanding with Israel Securities Authority and Israel's biggest lender, Bank Hapoalim, to support the FinTech sector. Mona Al Marzooqi / The National

ADGM to sign MoU with Israel Securities Authority to develop FinTech sector

Technology

FinTech Abu Dhabi begins as Covid-19 pandemic brings digital payments in focus

Technology

Motoring

The Taycan Turbo should return 450 kilometres of range; the 4S gets 463km when fitted with the Performance Battery Plus package, while the high-performance Turbo S gets 412km

Porsche Taycan Turbo: Road testing the luxury electric vehicle

Artwork or automotive? Emirati designer reimagines one-off Land Cruiser

Lighter but mightier: Road testing Lamborghini's Huracan STO

Testing the Rolls-Royce Ghost: Less is more when it comes to the luxury ride

General Motors delivers breakthrough battery tech with Cadillac Lyriq crossover

Sport

Diego Maradona Diego Maradona, holds up the trophy, after Argentina beat West Germany 3-2 in their World Cup soccer final match, at the Atzeca Stadium, in Mexico City. On this day: Maradona leads Argentina to its second World Cup triumph Soccer WCup On This Day, Mexico City, Mexico Carlo Fumagalli/AP/Shutterstock

Argentina legend Diego Maradona dies age 60

Jack Wilshere interview: Returning to Arsenal would be a dream come true

UAE confirmed to play in 22-nation Fifa Arab Cup

'I was star struck' - UAE spinner's IPL exile with the Bangalore stars

UAE Warriors 14: Fiorot 'looking for a knockout' against Campo

Podcasts

Changes to the Commercial Companies' law are expected to boost FDI to the UAE and spur business activity. Reem Mohammed/The National

What changes to UAE company foreign ownership rules mean for you

Mosques to reopen, National Day car rules, 1,310 new cases - The Daily Update

Meet the three female artists from Abu Dhabi Art’s commissions programme

Business ownership changes, Trump agrees transition, 1,065 new cases - The Daily Update

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Natasha Sideris's second book, about cooking and entertaining at home, is a timely tome that will help amateur chefs perfect their signature dishes. Courtesy Natasha Sideris

Tashas founder aims to turn homes into restaurant-worthy settings with new book

'Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War' returns with fresh thrills and intense action

Where to enjoy an American Thanksgiving turkey feast in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

A campaign of its own: 6 memoirs written by former US presidents

Review: Why new controller helps PlayStation 5 strike a blow in console wars

LONG READS

Bodo/Glimt, in yellow, took on AC Milan in the Europa League third qualifying round and narrowly came up short. Next season, the soon-to-be Norwegian champions will have the chance to compete in the Champions League. Getty Images

The Big Read: Bodø Glimt – Remarkable rise of Norway's next champions despite challenges and perpetual change

Football

Andy Mitten visits the town of Bodø to discover how the club has emerged as a major force in Norwegian football, speaking to key figures including the dynastic Berg family

The threat of ISIS has been reborn in Africa. The National

ISIS operating on a military scale in Africa as it aims for territory and riches

World

Khabib Nurmagomedov at the weigh-in for UFC 254. Courtesy UFC

UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov, a 'crazy' destroyer from the very first special day

Sport

Construction worker Sabah Abdulamir Al Sultani had just completed vocational training when he was killed in the Al Qa Qaa explosion. He had been married just over a month. Courtesy Safa Al Ameedee

'Like a nuclear bomb': the untold story of Iraq’s 1989 Al Qa Qaa disaster

MENA

2021 Grammys: Beyonce dominates nominations

Tristram Shapeero apologises for unmuted actor apartment critique

Lego Manhattan: Irish teen builds 'freestyle' NYC model

New Yorkers get two celebrity owls for Christmas

Medvedev and Thiem show that Big Three's reign is finally being challenged

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Stars shine on the American Music Awards red carpet

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Mike Pompeo in Abu Dhabi