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Technology war fuelling communications paranoia
Amid the deadly missile strikes exchanged between Israel and Iran in recent days, another battle is taking place involving communications, technology and the control of information that might prove decisive in the conflict. Minutes after the first...

Peace takes time and trust. US strikes on Iran deal a blow to both
America’s overnight strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities have not only raised the stakes in this crisis to another level – they have injected yet more uncertainty into international efforts to find a way out of this escalating conflict. On Friday,...
Exclusive Syria expels top pro-Iran militant
Syria has expelled a radical Palestinian leader, officials said on Sunday, in the latest move against pro-Iran remnants as the US enters the war in the Middle East. Talal Naji, who heads the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General...

How the UAE is cutting back on red tape with technology
Applying for a visa, obtaining a driving licence, renting a property or signing up for health insurance … what is sometimes called “personal admin” can be a time-consuming part of modern life. Most people, already busy with family and careers,...

EditorialHow the UAE is cutting back on red tape with technology
Applying for a visa, obtaining a driving licence, renting a property or signing up for health insurance … what is sometimes called “personal admin” can be a time-consuming part of modern life. Most people, already busy with family and careers,...

Bahrain issues public guidance following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites
Bahrain, home to the US Central Command’s regional base, issued public safety guidance on Sunday in the wake of American strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The Gulf nation is strategically close to Iran. It hosts US personnel and military officials...

Major expansion plan for Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station unveiled
Transport authorities on Sunday launched a major expansion project for the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station that will increase capacity by more than 5,000 passengers an hour. Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has joined forces with...

Iran attacks Israel after US bombs nuclear facilities
Iran launched at least 27 missiles at Israel on Sunday morning, hours after the US attacked three Iranian nuclear sites, escalating the Middle East conflict. Israeli medical workers said 86 people were injured in the attacks, two moderately and 77...

Highlights: Comoros 0-0 Botswana in COFASA Cup
EVENT ENDED A very lively duel, despite attempts generated by both teams, neither managed to open the scoring, the match ended goalless and Comoros and Botswana split points in this second round of this important Cup. 6:01 PM10 hours ago 5:54 PM10...

Brazil Cooperates With Comoros In Waste Management
(MENAFN- Brazil-Arab News Agency (ANBA)) São Paulo - A delegation from the Comoros Islands visited Brazil last week for tours and meetings focused on solid waste management strategies that could be implemented in their own territory. According to...

Highlights: Comoros 0-0 Botswana in COFASA Cup
EVENT ENDED A very lively duel, despite attempts generated by both teams, neither managed to open the scoring, the match ended goalless and Comoros and Botswana split points in this second round of this important Cup. 6:01 PM5 hours ago 5:54 PM5...

Fordow: Everything you need to know about Iran’s nuclear crown jewel
Fordow was Iran’s nuclear stronghold: deeply buried, heavily fortified, and politically charged. More than just a uranium enrichment site, it was a symbol of Iran’s defiance. To Tehran, Fordow acted as insurance and a bargaining chip in nuclear...

RB Salzburg talent Daghim out to make his mark against Al Hilal
Jurgen Klopp sat in the VIP seats, a special observer making his first appearance at an RB Salzburg home match since his appointment as Red Bull Football’s head of global soccer. It’s a job that prioritises talent development, at which Salzburg...

Why womenomics is becoming a mathematical necessity
The theory of “womenomics” – that increasing women’s workforce participation boosts economic growth – was popularised nearly three decades ago by Kathy Matsui, a former Goldman Sachs executive, based on her study of imbalances in Japan. The...

Dubai Basketball to join EuroLeague as 'dream becomes a reality'
Dubai Basketball will join the EuroLeague on a five-year contract from September 2025, just a year after being founded. The competition, regarded as one of the toughest basketball leagues in the world, announced its expansion from 18 to 20 teams...

Summary: Zambia 0-1 Comoros in Cosafa Cup
EVENT ENDED Comoros defeated Zambia 1-0 in Matchday 1 of the Cosafa Cup, taking all three points. Image: VAVEL 6:02 PM2 hours ago The match ends with a final score of Zambia 0-1 Comoros. The two teams gave us a great match, but in the end, the...

Zambia vs Comoros Prediction and Betting Tips | June 6th 2025
Zambia and Comoros will battle for three points in the COSAFA Cup on Friday (June 6th). The game will be played at The Toyota Stadium. The Chipolopolo prepared for this game by suffering a 5-0 thrashing against Russia in a friendly. The hosts went...

My Dubai Rent: Content creator considers buying home he has rented for past four years
My Dubai Rent takes you inside a reader’s home to have a look at what they get for their money, how much they pay in rent and asks them what they like and don’t like Four years after first renting a villa in Dubai as a temporary base, Jordanian...
Pope ton leads England's fightback in Leeds Test against India
England fought back brilliantly on the second day of the first Test against India at Leeds, restricting the visitors to under 500 and then chipping away at the runs with minimal damage on Saturday. India looked set to bat England out of the...

Yemen's Houthis vow to strike US ships if America joins Israel’s war on Iran
Yemen's Houthi rebels vowed on Saturday to resume attacks on US ships if American forces join Israel's war on Iran. The warning came hours before the US struck Iran's Fordow nuclear enrichment site on Sunday in the first direct involvement by...