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Stevi Lowmass says Dubai Silicon Oasis offers good value for money. Pawan Singh for The National

My Dubai RentSoapmaker loves life in Dh205,000-a-year villa close to her factory

Rob Reiner, seen here at the Democratic National Convention in Boston in 2004, made films that spanned politics and pop culture. AFP

How Rob Reiner’s political activism led to film about US invasion of Iraq

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Cardi B during her fun and relentless set at Soundstorm festival in Riyadh. Photo: Soundstorm

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US Central Command forces have been working with partners in Syria to defeat ISIS. Centcom

EditorialOnly a united Syria can defeat ISIS

A worker at the oil and gas platform at Miubarek field off the coast of Sharjah. Jeff Topping / The National

Business InsightsHow necessity is driving innovation in Gulf gas sector

The Dubai to Sharjah road that was opened in 1966. Deira Clock Tower can be seen in the distance. Photo: Michael Hamilton-Clark

How the E11 motorway drove Sheikh Zayed's vision for the UAE

The US under the current National Security Strategy shows little concern for notions such as a 'unipolar' or 'multipolar' world. AFP

CommentTrump's security strategy is clear: the US will stay engaged with the world


Australia to consider stricter gun laws after Bondi shooting

Australia to consider stricter gun laws after Bondi shooting

Government is prepared to take 'whatever action is necessary', Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says

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UAE opens medical centre in Gaza to deliver emergency care

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Motorists tackle a flooded car park in Dubai, after rain hit the UAE at the weekend. Antonie Robertson / The National

UAE set for heavy rain, high winds and 'significant drop' in temperatures

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Pressure on Syria to quell extremists after killing of US troops

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Director Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle Reiner in Beverly Hills in 2014. Getty Images

Director Rob Reiner and wife found dead at Los Angeles home

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Egypt restores colossal statues of pharaoh 3,200 years after earthquake

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Israeli army kills three in Lebanon as Hezbollah threatens 'crushing response'

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Petr Yan did what few thought possible and dethroned UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323 on December 7. Getty Images

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Dubai Police has a dedicated website where all e-crime can be reported. You don’t have to be a victim of a scam to report one. PA

'How can I report scam messages in the UAE?'

Callum Hudson-Odoi scored twice for Nottingham Forest in their win over Spurs. AFP

Nottingham Forest v Tottenham ratings: Hudson-Odoi 9; Vicario 4

The video, directed by Lina Makoul, shows both destruction and tender family moments in Gaza and Jerusalem. Photo: Together For Palestine

Palestinian folk song aims to top UK Christmas chart to support Gaza's children

Erling Haaland celebrates with Phil Foden after scoring Manchester City's first goal against Crystal Palace. PA

Haaland double guides Man City to win over Palace

Suad Amiry has documented and revitalised thousands of buildings, transforming many into vibrant community spaces. Photo: PMO

Suad Amiry wins Great Arab Minds award for preserving Palestinian architecture

The Fifa World Cup trophy during the draw for the 2026 finals in in Washington this month. AFP

Fans left fuming over exorbitant price of 2026 Fifa World Cup tickets

Queen Rania wears Oscar de la Renta and pumps by the family's trusted shoemaker. Photo: Queen Rania / Instagram

Jordan's Queen Rania and family match in pastel shades for end-of-year portrait


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Zand Bank offices in Dubai's Emaar Business Park. The lender is on track to achieve about 60 per cent annual growth this year. Photo: Zand Bank

ExclusiveUAE digital lender Zand plans expansion into Gulf and Africa within three years

Bank has already been approached by potential partners for joint venture opportunities, says Michael Chan

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President Sheikh Mohamed discusses economic ties with President of Cyprus on official visit

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Tight security around the city of Providence as police continue their manhunt. AP

Gunman kills two students and wounds nine at Brown University

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UN condemns Sudan drone attack that killed six peacekeepers

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Hamas commander Raed Saad. Photo: Handout

Hamas confirms senior commander Raed Saad killed in Israeli strike

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UAE ride Hamad Al Meqbaali heroics into Fifa Arab Cup semi-final against Morocco

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Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to advance ties

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Liverpool boss Arne Slot says 'no issue to resolve' with Mohamed Salah

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Iran seizes foreign tanker allegedly carrying smuggled diesel in Gulf of Oman

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With its slim case, leather strap and silvered dial, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso is an apt dress watch for the season. Photo: Jaeger-LeCoultre

Winter watches: Four designs that settle naturally into the season’s palette

3Fils serves Japanese-inspired dishes, including gyu grab, a beef dish meant to be eaten by hand. Photo: 3Fils

Japanese restaurant grows from tiny Dubai gem to sprawling Abu Dhabi hot spot

New 4K Blu-ray of Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure arrives in packaging as considered as the film itself. Photo: Criterion Collection

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The first generation of the modern GranTurismo was launched in 2007. Photo: Maserati

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In a decade and a half, On has become one of the leading brands of trainers in the world, taking on industry giants such as Nike and Adidas. Photo: On

On shoes co-founder reveals how it became running’s most innovative brand

Two Arab Sheikhs (1978) by Munira Nusseibeh. Photo: Munira Nusseibeh

Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi on art: Two Arab Sheikhs by Munira Nusseibeh

Brunello: The Gracious Visionary weaves documentary with fictionalised retellings of major moments in Cucinelli’s life. Photo: Brunello Cucinelli

Brunello Cucinelli lays out his legacy in new film


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A worker at the oil and gas platform at Miubarek field off the coast of Sharjah. Jeff Topping / The National

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IHC raises Invictus stake to 40% as it pushes deeper into global trade

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Billionaire investor Jim Mellon plans biotech ‘clean food’ factories in UAE

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Of Land and Water: Inside Sharjah Art Foundation's monumental exhibition at the Kalba Ice Factory

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Bollywood spy film Dhurandhar will not be released in the Gulf

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A Geminid meteor shower streaks across the night sky over Skopska Crna Gora mountain, in North Macedonia. EPA
A Geminid meteor shower streaks across the night sky over Skopska Crna Gora mountain, in North Macedonia. EPA
A Geminid meteor shower streaks across the night sky over Skopska Crna Gora mountain, in North Macedonia. EPA
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Pigeons fly near the clock tower on a cold morning in Srinagar, India. EPA
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Buses partially buried by a landslide in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, in Maspanna, Sri Lanka. AFP
Buses partially buried by a landslide in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, in Maspanna, Sri Lanka. AFP
Buses partially buried by a landslide in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, in Maspanna, Sri Lanka. AFP
A memorial ceremony to mark the 88th anniversary of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, in Nanjing, China. Reuters
A memorial ceremony to mark the 88th anniversary of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, in Nanjing, China. Reuters
A memorial ceremony to mark the 88th anniversary of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, in Nanjing, China. Reuters
A memorial ceremony to mark the 88th anniversary of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, in Nanjing, China. Reuters
Palestinian children play near temporary shelters where hundreds of displaced families live, in Al Tuffah, east of Gaza city. EPA
Palestinian children play near temporary shelters where hundreds of displaced families live, in Al Tuffah, east of Gaza city. EPA
Palestinian children play near temporary shelters where hundreds of displaced families live, in Al Tuffah, east of Gaza city. EPA
Palestinian children play near temporary shelters where hundreds of displaced families live, in Al Tuffah, east of Gaza city. EPA
Joao Chianca of Brazil rides a wave during a WSL big wave challenge surfing session in Nazare, Portugal. AFP
Joao Chianca of Brazil rides a wave during a WSL big wave challenge surfing session in Nazare, Portugal. AFP
Joao Chianca of Brazil rides a wave during a WSL big wave challenge surfing session in Nazare, Portugal. AFP
Joao Chianca of Brazil rides a wave during a WSL big wave challenge surfing session in Nazare, Portugal. AFP
A displaced woman walks with her belongings, following the takeover of the city of Uvira by the M23 rebels, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. AFP
A displaced woman walks with her belongings, following the takeover of the city of Uvira by the M23 rebels, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. AFP
A displaced woman walks with her belongings, following the takeover of the city of Uvira by the M23 rebels, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. AFP
A displaced woman walks with her belongings, following the takeover of the city of Uvira by the M23 rebels, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. AFP
Dancers perform in front of a float as they take part in the Festival of Light in San Jose. AFP
Dancers perform in front of a float as they take part in the Festival of Light in San Jose. AFP
Dancers perform in front of a float as they take part in the Festival of Light in San Jose. AFP
Dancers perform in front of a float as they take part in the Festival of Light in San Jose. AFP
Fans throw bottles and chairs, vandalising hoardings at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, India. Following Lionel Messi's brief five-minute appearance, unrest broke out among fans who had paid a significant amount but were unable to see the Argentine football legend. EPA
Fans throw bottles and chairs, vandalising hoardings at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, India. Following Lionel Messi's brief five-minute appearance, unrest broke out among fans who had paid a significant amount but were unable to see the Argentine football legend. EPA
Fans throw bottles and chairs, vandalising hoardings at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, India. Following Lionel Messi's brief five-minute appearance, unrest broke out among fans who had paid a significant amount but were unable to see the Argentine football legend. EPA
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