Mohammed bin Rashid Attends Dubai World Cup 30th Edition

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended the 30th edition of the Dubai World Cup at the iconic Meydan Racecourse. Joining Sheikh Mohammed at the prestigious global horse racing tournament was Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime […]

UAE Remains strong one month after Iran’s attacks

One month after the launch of Iran’s aggressive missile and drone attacks against the United Arab Emirates and several Gulf states—beginning on February 28, 2026—targeting both civilian and military infrastructure in the UAE as part of a broader regional escalation that included strikes on ports and critical facilities, the contours of a complex landscape are […]

UAE braces for fresh spell of unstable weather this week

A period of unstable weather could affect parts of the UAE and Qatar from Monday evening through Wednesday, driven by the passage of a cold upper trough, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomical Society and a member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences (AUASS). […]

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah diagnoses hidden surgical condition behind severe vomiting after semaglutide

Sharjah: Doctors at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah have successfully diagnosed and treated a rare congenital surgical condition in a 55-year-old man whose severe vomiting and rapid weight loss worsened after starting semaglutide, highlighting an important message for both clinicians and patients in the era of widely used diabetes and weight-management medications. The patient, who had […]

US-Israel War Day 29: Kuwait Airport Hit, Yemen Blames Israel

UAE authorities have reassured residents that the situation is safe after air defences intercepted missile and drone threats amid escalating regional conflict. A nationwide alert confirmed normal activities can resume, while urging vigilance. Meanwhile, missile exchanges, strikes and attacks across Israel, Iran and neighbouring countries highlight intensifying tensions and growing risks to regional security and […]

US-Israel War Day 29: What to Know

Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to fires near KEZAD after debris from intercepted missiles fell in the area, as the UAE remains on high alert amid ongoing regional tensions. Safety alerts have been issued nationwide, with officials urging residents to stay cautious, follow guidance and avoid handling debris while emergency teams manage the incidents. A […]

Italy probes beauty brands over girls’ mental health

Italian regulators are investigating Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics over the apparent use of “covert marketing strategies” to sell beauty products to young girls that might be fuelling an unhealthy skincare obsession known as “cosmeticorexia”. The Italian Competition Authority said it was looking into promotions for skincare products such as face masks, serums and anti-ageing creams […]

Gucci owner to sell beauty division to L’Oréal for €4bn

The Gucci owner, Kering, is selling its beauty division to L’Oréal for €4bn (£3.5bn), as its new chief executive, Luca de Meo, seeks to turn around the French luxury company. The deal will give the French beauty group L’Oréal Kering’s fragrance line Creed, which was founded in 1760. The deal also includes rights to develop fragrance and […]

Kids & teens: best new books

Musical inspiration from Corinne Bailey Rae; danger in a magical academy; the adventures of an otter pup; a YA queer gothic fantasy, and more The Bear and the Seed by Poonam Mistry, Templar, £12.99When Bear’s glorious forest disappears, he finds hope in a tiny seed – but he needs help from other animals to tend it […]

What’s happening with Iran-US ‘talks’?

Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war are gathering pace, even though Tehran continues to insist talks with the United States are not happening. Here is what we know about the behind-the-scenes mediation efforts: What is on the table?  After announcing “very good” talks with an unnamed “top person” in Iran on Monday, Trump said […]