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Russia-Ukraine latest
Russia claims to have taken full control of Mariupol
Russian Ministry of Defence claims 'total liberation' of Azovstal steel complex
US judge keeps pandemic Title 42 border measures in place
US
Elon Musk denies sexually harassing flight attendant on private jet
US
Saudi Arabia's Prince Khalid to meet Antony Blinken at US State Department
US
US removes five groups from terror blacklist but retains Al Qaeda
US
Biden lauds US and South Korea alliance as 'linchpin of peace'
US
Israel identifies rifle that may have killed journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
MENA
WEEKEND EDITION
Dispatch from Appalachia: the new opioid crisis provoked by the pandemic
Inside the lucrative illegal trade in Middle East artefacts
How the Taliban reversed the rights won by Afghan women
Where better to celebrate the Queen's jubilee than Belgravia's own Elizabeth St?
Weekend Essay: Reflections on an historic week in the UAE's evolution
'Jealous, controlling, drunk' Johnny Depp's ship was already sinking
What is the best tea, from masala chai to English breakfast?
Deepika Padukone and Aishwarya Rai dazzle on Cannes red carpet
NYU holds on-site commencement ceremony for Abu Dhabi students
Rihanna welcomes first child after high-fashion pregnancy
World Bee Day: beekeepers around the world celebrate pollinators
Today's best photos: from a shark in the deep to an activist covered in rubbish
She-Hulk smashes her way into the Marvel universe
UKRAINE CRISIS
Russia has not used laser weapons in Ukraine, says Pentagon
US
Europe told not to let Ukraine war eclipse other global crises
Europe
UK ambassador: Putin will strike Kyiv if Ukrainians drop their guard
Europe
Former German leader Schroeder quits Russian oil post
Europe
US NEWS
Oklahoma passes ban on nearly all abortions
New legislation expected to be signed off by governor of US state
US
Two killed and eight wounded in Chicago shooting
US
US to use military-contracted planes to fly in baby formula
US
Buffalo shooting: grand jury indicts suspected gunman on murder charge
US
BUSINESS
Global economy on the brink of recession, IIF says
There is a growing risk of a 'market tantrum' as investors are now less tolerant of monetary policy tightening
Economy
Iraq's economy to reach pre-pandemic level this year on oil windfall, IMF says
Economy
Middle East assets under management set to grow further after 52% gain
Business
Russian rouble breaks past the 60 mark against dollar despite economic crisis
Money
DAVOS 2022
All you need to know about Davos 2022
World
What's on the agenda at Davos 2022: Business Extra
Business Extra
Cold comfort awaits a springtime Davos
Comment
Davos 2022 'most timely and consequential' forum in history, says Schwab
Business
WORLD
UK sees 'immense opportunities' in Mexico trade talks
UK
Jordan offers to send firefighting aircraft to Cyprus for wildfire season
MENA
Fuel shortage leads to school closures in crisis-hit Sri Lanka
Asia
Climate change exacerbating severe dust storms in Iraq, experts say
Iraq
EXCLUSIVES
Iran nuclear deal is unrelated to IRGC terrorist designation, top US official says
Derek Chollet speaks to 'The National' about the need to prepare for a long war in Ukraine and regional developments
US
Military-shy Sweden 'must join Nato or risk stabbing Finland in the back'
Europe
Taqa to boost renewable portfolio through acquisitions and greenfield projects
Energy
Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Iran still believes I’m a spy
UK
CORONAVIRUS
Omicron mutations BA.4 and BA.5 named as Covid variants of concern in UK
New strains are likely to have a 'growth advantage' over the current dominant variant
UK
Questions raised over North Korea's low Covid death tally
Asia
Coronavirus: UAE reports 362 new cases
Health
Covid-19 may be linked to severe hepatitis in children, study finds
UAE
OPINION
Lebanon's independents secured a victory - is it one worth celebrating?
Comment
Scandal shakes the UN and gives us lessons in how to reform it
Comment
Coming in from the cold: What Sweden and Finland bring to Nato
Comment
Davos has a rich history of building a better future
Comment
UAE
Sheikh Mohamed accepts further condolences from world leaders
Government
Monkeypox virus: Abu Dhabi and Dubai step up monitoring
Health
Dubai green tariff to apply to all single-use bags including paper and biodegradable
Environment
Great Place to Work survey ranks UAE companies with happiest employees
UAE
UAE plans world-class national library
Government
ARTS & CULTURE
'50U': UAE tribute book celebrates the country's diversity
Books
Inside Oman's first Venice Biennale pavilion
Arts & Culture
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2022: 10 unmissable sessions
Books
India celebrated at Cannes as first-ever ‘Country of Honour’
Film
UAE cultural landscape transformed under Sheikh Khalifa's leadership
Arts & Culture
TRAVEL
This $300-million private jet will fly travellers and their luxury motorbikes around the world
News
US wellness hotel Miraval to open on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast
Hotels
Seven eco retreats to open soon in the UAE
Hotels
Driving from Dubai to Muscat? Here's what you need to know before you go
Destinations
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches 'city check-in' services
UAE
LIFESTYLE
Inside Dubai's first metaverse wedding
Family
What is the best tea, from masala chai to English breakfast?
Food
World Bee Day: why Angelina Jolie has set out to save the humble insect
Luxury
Deepika Padukone and Aishwarya Rai dazzle on Cannes red carpet
Fashion
What are nap dresses? 10 pieces inspired by the comfortable cottagecore trend
Fashion
TECHNOLOGY
Elon Musk denies sexually harassing flight attendant on private jet
US
Elon Musk discusses Amazon forest plans with Jair Bolsonaro
US
Apple car: design, self-driving technology and what we know so far
Technology
Mastodon, a decentralised alternative to Twitter
Technology
MOTORING
Most valuable car in the world sold in secret auction
Motoring
Tesla Cybertruck orders stopped outside US, Canada and Mexico
Road to Net Zero
How automotive industry became more profitable in midst of car-supply crisis
UK
New Ranger Rover Sport has global reveal in Dubai
Motoring
Chevrolet Groove 2022 review: a zippy new ride arrives
Motoring
SPORT
Lampard offers Vieira support after altercation with Everton fan
Football
Inter and AC Milan Serie A title battle goes down to wire
Football
Everton fans go wild after stunning comeback saves Premier League status - in pictures
Football
McIlroy 'not getting ahead of myself' as Woods suffers 'frustrating day'
Golf
'We called her Federer': How Ons Jabeur made her mark in Tunisia
Tennis
LUXURY
World Bee Day: why Angelina Jolie has set out to save the humble insect
Luxury
UK retailer doubles luxury watch sales despite Rolex shortage
Luxury
Stories behind Queen Elizabeth II's Delhi Durbar necklace and Sri Lanka brooch
Luxury
The Saudi-British singer behind Loewe's all-star campaign with Anthony Hopkins
Luxury
'Luxury' May 2022: taking stock of sustainability
Luxury
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