Middle East

UAE's real estate sector on upward trajectory in H1 2024

The UAE's real estate sector continued to thrive and attract investment during the first half of 2024, supported by the country's economic and financial stability, and the launch of new world-class projects to meet the rising demand for various property units.

2024-08-03T17:15:35.244522+00:00 IST

Iran News anchor says the world will see “extraordinary scenes”

"In coming hours, the world will witness extraordinary scenes and very important developments," the reporter said

2024-08-03T07:32:36.372034+00:00 IST

Rashid bin Humaid participates in a coordination meeting

Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Vice President of the National Olympic Committee and Head of the UAE delegation participating in the Paris Olympic Games, participated in a coordination meeting for the heads of the Gulf Olympic Committees on the sidelines of the 33rd Summer Olympic Games in Paris 2024, in the presence of Faris Mohammed Al Mutawa, Secretary-General of the National Olympic Committee.

2024-08-03T01:46:13.155540+00:00 IST

UAE Jiu-Jitsu National team raises medal tally to 24

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team participating at the JJAU Regional Championship West Asia in Jordan raised its tally of medals to 24, including 11 gold, 8 silver, and 5 bronze.

2024-08-03T01:45:36.651979+00:00 IST

World Record: US mixed 4x400m relay team makes history in Paris

The US mixed 4x400m relay team smashed the world record by over a full second on Friday evening at Stade de France, blazing to victory in 3:07.41.

2024-08-03T01:41:13.597358+00:00 IST

US sending warships, fighter squadron to Middle East

The United States is sending a carrier strike group, a fighter squadron and additional warships to the Middle East as the region braces for possible Iranian retaliation to the killing of a senior Hamas leader, Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this week.

2024-08-03T01:36:56.249835+00:00 IST

Operation 'Chivalrous Knight 3' provides humanitarian aid

As part of "Chivalrous Knight 3" Operation, 70 tonnes of relief aid and tents have been distributed to hundreds of families in the Gaza Strip.

2024-08-02T17:33:47.364056+00:00 IST

Rashid bin Humaid participates in a coordination meeting

Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Vice President of the National Olympic Committee and Head of the UAE delegation participating in the Paris Olympic Games, participated in a coordination meeting for the heads of the Gulf Olympic Committees on the sidelines of the 33rd Summer Olympic Games in Paris 2024, in the presence of Faris Mohammed Al Mutawa, Secretary-General of the National Olympic Committee.

2024-08-02T17:30:26.740256+00:00 IST

UAE: Provided by DoH, innovative Gene transfer therapy administer

The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH) has provided revolutionary gene transfer therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy for the first time in the emirate.

2024-08-02T17:24:35.231570+00:00 IST

UAE Olympic House hosts high-level roundtable to discuss future o

The UAE Olympic House in Paris, in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hosted a high-level roundtable titled "Beyond the Games: Olympics and Public Diplomacy in Shaping National Identity."

2024-08-02T17:21:09.053495+00:00 IST

On behalf of UAE President, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan attends i

On behalf of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, attended the inauguration ceremony of Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, who was re-elected as President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania after winning presidential elections.

2024-08-02T17:20:44.645298+00:00 IST

Egyptian Housing Minister praises deep, strong ties with UAE

Egyptian Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities, Engineer Sherif El-Sherbiny, has emphasised the deep and strong fraternal relations between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the UAE. He pointed out that there are significant investment opportunities in various fields, especially in new cities, particularly fourth-generation cities, with ongoing cooperation with Emirati investors in this regard.

2024-08-02T17:19:57.488859+00:00 IST

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh's funeral held in Doha

Hundreds of people gathered at a mosque in Qatar on Friday for the funeral of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was eliminated in Iran, reported The Times of Israel.

2024-08-02T15:12:05.303544+00:00 IST

Second Temple Era Quarry Discovered in Jerusalem Hi-Tech Park

One of the largest quarries ever found in Jerusalem was discovered in a hi-tech park, providing a glimpse into the city's Second Temple period, the Israeli Antiquities Authority said on Thursday

2024-08-02T10:46:05.717487+00:00 IST

Students’ Research Could Impact Long-Term Space Missions

The study -- conducted both on Earth and aboard the International Space Station (ISS) -- was led by the students of the Shehakim School in Nahariya in collaboration with researchers from the University of Haifa and Oranim College

2024-08-02T10:42:17.528755+00:00 IST

Abu Dhabi Police, ADNOC Distribution launch free car inspection

Inspections will be available at 12 locations across ADNOC Distribution's service and vehicle inspection centres. It covers inspections of engine oil, brake fluid, coolant, and air filters, among others.

2024-08-02T09:10:24.486735+00:00 IST

UAE: 11 pc increase in DEWA’s digital transactions in H1 2024

In a press release on Friday, DEWA announced that customers conducted over 1.1 million digital transactions via DEWA's website, over 2.2 million transactions via its smart app, and more than 3.3 million transactions through various digital channels provided in collaboration with partners.

2024-08-02T09:01:48.892108+00:00 IST

Israel: Millions allocated for security essentials

The Ministry said the budget will allow the local authorities to purchase essential security equipment to deal with any scenario, as well as give the residents in the line of fire various breaks in the field of culture and sports.

2024-08-02T09:01:25.360409+00:00 IST

Turkiye blocks access to Instagram

The decision comes after a top government official slammed Instagram for "censoring" Hamas-related content.

2024-08-02T07:51:11.038367+00:00 IST

Israel admits killing journalist, says he was Hamas militant

The IDF further said that the journalist, Ismail al-Ghoul, instructed other operatives on how to record operations and was actively involved in recording and publicizing attacks against IDF troops

2024-08-02T05:40:53.438077+00:00 IST

Muslim Council of Elders, to hold Baku Faith Summit

The Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam has met with Mukhtar Babayev, President of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.

2024-08-02T01:20:50.962567+00:00 IST