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New high-speed train to link Dubai, Abu Dhabi in 30 minutes

In a groundbreaking move for the UAE's transport sector, a new high-speed train project has been announced, connecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
RTA steps up checks to tackle passenger transport violations

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) conducted 25 inspection campaigns in 2024, completing as many as 606,430 inspections across various passenger transport services.
Abdullah bin Zayed, US Secretary of State discuss strategic relations

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio strategic relations between the two countries.
UAE helps boost food security in Chad

In line with the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has provided extensive aid to Chad to boost food security.
Parkin UAE announces expansion and new payment tech

Parkin UAE has announced plans to expand its infrastructure in Dubai with the opening of a new customer call centre which will use advanced smart technology, while also confirming new "AutoPay" and "PayLater" features.
MBRGI strengthens UNICEF cooperation at WEF

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) and UNICEF have met to discuss the results of their collaborations, during the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.
H.H. Sheikha Latifa praises Dubai culture at WEF

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), participated in a session titled “Mass Events: Massive Gains” during the World Economic Forum in Davos.
UAE confirms safety of pepperoni beef after contamination concerns

The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has reassured the public that all necessary precautions are in place to ensure consumer safety following concerns over potential contamination of pepperoni beef with listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

Business News

AD Ports Group signs Egypt MoU for Alexandria Port operation

AD Ports Group and the Egyptian Ministry of Industry and Transport have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore logistics infrastructure collaborations in Alexandria.
Netflix shares jump as subscribers surge

Netflix shares soared in US premarket trading on Wednesday after the company reported a blockbuster holiday quarter as a robust content line-up and its entry into live sports streaming brought in a record number of new subscribers.
Economy Minister highlights UAE's business ecosystem at Davos 2025

The UAE's Minister of Economy, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, has spotlighted the country's competitive advantages and vibrant business ecosystem at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
ADNOC Distribution expands service station solar power project

ADNOC Distribution announced on Tuesday the launch of the second phase of its service station solarisation programme in collaboration with Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group.

Sports News

Keys topples Swiatek to reach Australian Open final

Madison Keys stunned second seed Iga Swiatek 5-7 6-1 7-6(8) in a thriller to reach her first Australian Open final.
Tour de France legends to headline inaugural L’Étape Dubai

Cycling legends and former Tour de France stage winners Ján Svorada and Peter Velits have announced their participation in the inaugural L’Étape Dubai by Tour de France, from February 1-2.
Sabalenka grinds down Badosa to reach Australian Open final

Double defending champion Aryna Sabalenka overpowered Paula Badosa 6-4 6-2 to reach her third successive Australian Open final on Thursday.
Man City sign forward Marmoush from Frankfurt

Manchester City have signed Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt on a four-and-a-half-year contract, the Premier League club announced on Thursday.

International News

Gazans ready tent camps for families returning to north

Palestinians in northern Gaza prepared tent encampments for displaced families on Thursday, two days before they were expected to return to their home areas in accordance with the timeline of a ceasefire deal agreed between Israel and Hamas.
NATO chief says Europe will fund US weapons for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday called for the US to continue supplying Ukraine and said Europe would pay the bill.
Nothing new in Trump's threat of sanctions and tariffs, says Kremlin

The Kremlin said on Thursday it saw nothing particularly new in a threat by US President Donald Trump to hit Russia with new sanctions and tariffs if it did not agree to end the war in Ukraine.
New wildfire near LA forces evacuations

A new wildfire that broke out north of Los Angeles on Wednesday rapidly spread to more than 38 square km, fuelled by strong winds and dry brush, forcing mandatory evacuation orders for more than 31,000 people.

Entertainment News

Netflix musical 'Emilia Perez' leads Oscar nominations

Netflix's Spanish-language musical 'Emilia Perez' topped the list of movies nominated on Thursday for Academy Awards, followed by 'The Brutalist' and 'Wicked.'
RTA extends Dubai Metro hours for Green Day gig

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that Dubai Metro services will be extended on Monday to co-inside with Green Day's concert at Expo City Dubai.
'Joker 2', Phoenix and Gaga nominated for Razzies

"Joker: Folie a Deux" was nominated for seven Razzies on Tuesday, leaving the sad clown atop the annual tongue-in-cheek list of the worst movies of the year.
Bollywood actor leaves hospital days after knife attack

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan left a hospital in India's financial capital Mumbai on Tuesday, less than a week after he suffered knife injuries in a scuffle with an intruder at his house.
Suspect arrested over Bollywood star stabbing

A man thought to be a citizen of Bangladesh was arrested in India's financial capital Mumbai on Sunday and is considered the prime suspect in the stabbing of Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan, police said.