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Aditya Gupta, operations manager at a UAE-based start-up, took a lower salary for higher equity in the company. Photo: Alaan

My Dubai Salary‘I'm 26 and earn around Dh18,000 a month at a start-up’

Gems Founders School in Dubai. The group serves about 80,000 pupils across the UAE. Reem Mohammed / The National

How Dubai's affordable education plans can ease pressure on pupils

A refrigerated lorry carrying the remains of unidentified Palestinians returned by Israel, outside Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza. AFP

From names to numbers: How Israel is dehumanising Palestinians

From left, Justice Smith as Charlie, Ariana Greenblatt as June, Dominic Sessa as Bosco, Jesse Eisenberg as Daniel Atlas, Isla Fisher as Henley Reeves, and Dave Franco as Jack Wilder seen at Louvre Abu Dhabi in Now You See Me: Now You Don't. Photo: Lionsgate

Abu Dhabi ‘made the magic real’ in Now You See Me: Now You Don't, say actors

Luan Pereira (R) of the UAE celebrates after scoring the 1-1 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian qualifiers play-off 1st leg soccer match between UAE and Iraq in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. EPA

Iraq v UAE: All you need to know about World Cup play-off second leg

Abu Dhabi Art is featuring three focus areas this year, highlighting artists from Turkey, Nigeria and the Gulf. Victor Besa / The National

In focusWhat to expect at this year's Abu Dhabi Art

Manus Cranny in conversation with Bombardier chief executive Eric Martel at Dubai Airshow 2025. Suhail Rather / The National

Manus on MarketsBombardier boss on Gulf's wealth surge

GCC member states' flags hang in Kuwait City's Mubarakiya Market. Coexistance is good for residents but it is also a competitive advantage valued by global businesses and investors. Reuters

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Etihad Airways orders 32 Airbus planes to grow capacity

Christian Scherer, commercial aircraft chief of Airbus, left, with the Etihad Airways chief executive Antonoaldo Neves. AP

Etihad Airways orders 32 Airbus planes to grow capacity

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President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh in May. Getty Images

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UN Security Council adopts Trump plan for international force in Gaza

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UK MPs to demand answers over settler employee at embassy in Israel

MENA
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed receives South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung. Wam

President Sheikh Mohamed welcomes South Korean President Lee Jae Myung

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Saudi developer Arabian Dyar targets foreign buyers for Makkah project

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Sole survivor jumps from window as Saudi bus crash kills 45 pilgrims

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Iraq fans out on the streets in Basra ahead of the World Cup qualifier against UAE. Aymen Al Ameri / The National

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From left, Team Australia's Eddie Williams, Robert Whittaker and Eloni Vunakece in Physical: Asia. Photo: Netflix

Who wins Physical: Asia? Netflix releases the long-awaited finale

Ons Jabeur said the maternity programme created by the WTA and Saudi Arabia’s PIF will help her plan her comeback to competition. Getty Images

Exclusive'Baby boy joining the team': Ons Jabeur on pregnancy and plans for Dubai academy

DarGlobal chief executive Ziad El Chaar says Trump International Hotel Maldives 'marks a global first'. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Trump Organisation and Dar Global to develop tokenised luxury hotel in Maldives

UAE workers will be granted an extended break next month for national day celebrations. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

UAE National Day holidays announced for private and public sector

England's Ben Stokes celebrates hitting the winning runs in the 2019 Leeds Test against Australia - one of the greatest Test innings of all time. AFP

Ashes quiz: Don Bradman, Alastair Cook and Australia v England history

Manar Abu Dhabi presents its second public light art exhibition. Organized by the Department of Culture and Tourism. KAWS, located at Souq Al Mina, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Manar art exhibition lights up Abu Dhabi

The number of tickets sold for the Friday a few days after it opened was more than the Grand Egyptian Museum had capacity for. Bloomberg

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Bitcoin, which hit a high of $126,251 in early October, has now dropped to about $90,000. Reuters

Bitcoin loses all gains it made in Trump crypto boom era


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Foreign minister Ronald Lamola said South Africa was 'suspicious' about the plane's arrival. Reuters

South Africa says flight carrying Palestinians part of 'agenda' to clear Gaza

Arrival in Johannesburg of 153 Gazans without proper documentation was 'orchestrated operation', foreign minister says

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UAE concludes aid mission to help Afghanistan earthquake survivors

UAE
Anunay Sood had 1.4 million followers on Instagram and was known for his luxurious lifestyle. Anunay Sood / Instagram

Anunay Sood cause of death: Las Vegas police report details final moments

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First crude oil shipment under Saudi grant reaches Syria

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A flydubai display at the Dubai Airshow. The airline expects to add Starlink to the majority of its fleet next year. Reuters

Flydubai joins Emirates in adding Starlink for superfast inflight Wi-Fi

Aviation

Epstein victims say it's time to 'shine a light into the darkness'

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Settlers spark West Bank bulldozer brawl as Israeli outpost is demolished

MENA

Syrian and Russian defence officials tour southern Syria

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Britain accused of diluting 'proud tradition' of protecting political refugees

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Emirati artist Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim. Photo: Hussein Mardini

TN MagazineOut of the fire: How Emirati artist Mohamed Ahmed Ibrahim found his voice

Jumeirah joins some of the biggest names in hospitality in launching its own fashion capsule. Photo: Jumeirah

New Bouguessa-designed capsule rooted in Jumeirah's hotel legacy

Dubai Watch Week has been going strong since 2015, growing year on year. Photo: Breitling

What to expect at the biggest Dubai Watch Week yet

Every plate at Gerbou tells a story of the Emirates through its culinary traditions and design. Photo: Sebastian Boettcher

Five home-grown Dubai restaurants redefining the city's cuisine

A high-octane sport without the octane. Photo: SailGP

SailGP: Star sailors in Rolexes fly above water at 100kph in thrilling contest

Vivienne Westwood dresses made in collaboration with Saudi organisation Art Of Heritage. Photo: Riyadh Fashion Week

Vivienne Westwood makes Riyadh debut with Saudi-inspired collection

From crowdfunding his tuition to rejecting a major prize, the designer’s journey has been as defiant as his collection. Photo: Ayham Hassan

Tatreez, slogans and slingshots: Palestinian designer embraces his culture

Ghazi Al Mulaifi performing with Boom.Diwan and Arturo O' Farrill at Womex festival in Manchester. Photo: Rina Srabonian

One Last Thing: Ghazi Al Mulaifi on motorcycles, Miles Davis and not taking life too seriously


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Bombardier CEO says Middle East a 'great market' as Dubai Airshow gets under way

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Bitcoin, which hit a high of $126,251 in early October, has now dropped to about $90,000. Reuters

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Wall Street slides as Nvidia earnings and jobs data come into focus

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Syria's economy showing signs of recovery, IMF says

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Zayed National Museum’s garden traces the UAE’s roots through the ghaf tree

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AlserkArt Week examines a fractured world through shows, films and performances

Art & Design

The Voice of Hind Rajab, directed by Kaouther Ben Hania, will open this year's Doha Film Festival with a screening on November 21. Photo: Mime Films & Tanit Films

Gaza stories, Sudan narratives and homegrown talent at Doha Film Festival 2025

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Hindu devotees light Diyas, oil lamps made from clay or mud, to mark the auspicious last Monday of the Kartika month, at a temple in Bangalore, India. EPA
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The second Manar Abu Dhabi second public light art exhibition has opened in the UAE capital. Victor Besa / The National
The second Manar Abu Dhabi second public light art exhibition has opened in the UAE capital. Victor Besa / The National
The second Manar Abu Dhabi second public light art exhibition has opened in the UAE capital. Victor Besa / The National
The second Manar Abu Dhabi second public light art exhibition has opened in the UAE capital. Victor Besa / The National
An Australian farmer surrounded by sheep as he directs his dogs to move them in New South Wales. AFP
An Australian farmer surrounded by sheep as he directs his dogs to move them in New South Wales. AFP
An Australian farmer surrounded by sheep as he directs his dogs to move them in New South Wales. AFP
An Australian farmer surrounded by sheep as he directs his dogs to move them in New South Wales. AFP
This two-toed sloth is a new resident of the Lodz Zoo in Poland. EPA
This two-toed sloth is a new resident of the Lodz Zoo in Poland. EPA
This two-toed sloth is a new resident of the Lodz Zoo in Poland. EPA
This two-toed sloth is a new resident of the Lodz Zoo in Poland. EPA
People dressed as Pepino, a harlequin-type character, demonstrate in La Paz, Bolivia, against the alleged appropriation of the character in a religious festival. EPA
People dressed as Pepino, a harlequin-type character, demonstrate in La Paz, Bolivia, against the alleged appropriation of the character in a religious festival. EPA
People dressed as Pepino, a harlequin-type character, demonstrate in La Paz, Bolivia, against the alleged appropriation of the character in a religious festival. EPA
People dressed as Pepino, a harlequin-type character, demonstrate in La Paz, Bolivia, against the alleged appropriation of the character in a religious festival. EPA
The Saint Laurent Chapel in Montmorillon, central France, is deteriorating due to lack of use, prompting ministerial attention this week. AFP
The Saint Laurent Chapel in Montmorillon, central France, is deteriorating due to lack of use, prompting ministerial attention this week. AFP
The Saint Laurent Chapel in Montmorillon, central France, is deteriorating due to lack of use, prompting ministerial attention this week. AFP
The Saint Laurent Chapel in Montmorillon, central France, is deteriorating due to lack of use, prompting ministerial attention this week. AFP
Fursan Al Emarat display team put on a spectacular performance at the Dubai Airshow 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Fursan Al Emarat display team put on a spectacular performance at the Dubai Airshow 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Fursan Al Emarat display team put on a spectacular performance at the Dubai Airshow 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Fursan Al Emarat display team put on a spectacular performance at the Dubai Airshow 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani serves food in a soup kitchen in the Bronx as the grapples with food insecurity affecting nearly 1.8 million residents. EPA
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani serves food in a soup kitchen in the Bronx as the grapples with food insecurity affecting nearly 1.8 million residents. EPA
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani serves food in a soup kitchen in the Bronx as the grapples with food insecurity affecting nearly 1.8 million residents. EPA
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