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Tehran is playing catch-up in the tech race - can it overcome the obstacles of sanctions, a brain drain and depleted state coffers to realise its ambitions?
Smart drones and smuggled chips: How Iran wants to join the AI revolution | The National
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December 7, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Tehran is playing catch-up in the tech race - can it overcome the obstacles of sanctions, a brain drain and depleted state coffers to realise its ambitions?
Max Verstappen took charge of the season-ending Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as he secured pole position with McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris alongside on the front row and Oscar Piastri qualifying third.
Abu Dhabi GP 2025: Max Verstappen secures pole position for season finale | The National
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December 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Max Verstappen took charge of the season-ending Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as he secured pole position with McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris alongside on the front row and Oscar Piastri qualifying third.
Obituary: Renowned architect Frank Gehry has died at the age of 96.
Rare in the world of architecture, the Canadian-born American became a household name thanks to his decades spent subverting norms in the industry.
Rare in the world of architecture, the Canadian-born American became a household name thanks to his decades spent subverting norms in the industry.
A visionary whose work upended the idea of what buildings could look like | The National
The world-renowned architect designed the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island
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December 6, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Obituary: Renowned architect Frank Gehry has died at the age of 96.
Rare in the world of architecture, the Canadian-born American became a household name thanks to his decades spent subverting norms in the industry.
Rare in the world of architecture, the Canadian-born American became a household name thanks to his decades spent subverting norms in the industry.
Microsoft shareholders reject Gaza-related human rights review proposal
Microsoft shareholders reject Gaza-related human rights review proposal | The National
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December 5, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Microsoft shareholders reject Gaza-related human rights review proposal
Marking one year since Bashar Al Assad’s fall, The National's experts discuss Syria’s fragile recovery and ambitious reforms in a live webinar. Register to join the conversation: news.ae/48nNoee
December 5, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Marking one year since Bashar Al Assad’s fall, The National's experts discuss Syria’s fragile recovery and ambitious reforms in a live webinar. Register to join the conversation: news.ae/48nNoee
UAE officials announced a new scholarship to support students at Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
UAE announces new AI scholarship | The National
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December 5, 2025 at 3:18 AM
UAE officials announced a new scholarship to support students at Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
McLaren unveiled a special fan-designed livery in Abu Dhabi as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri prepare for a title showdown at Yas Marina Circuit.
McLaren embrace fan power with Abu Dhabi livery reveal before F1 title showdown | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 5:22 PM
McLaren unveiled a special fan-designed livery in Abu Dhabi as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri prepare for a title showdown at Yas Marina Circuit.
Travel trends for 2026 show UAE residents looking towards new cities, quieter coastlines and emerging cultural hubs.
The top 13 travel destinations for UAE residents in 2026 | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Travel trends for 2026 show UAE residents looking towards new cities, quieter coastlines and emerging cultural hubs.
Opinion:
"The push for sovereignty, both in the context of data and AI overall, will truly be achieved when all that processing power is put in the hands of average consumers everywhere," Cody Combs writes
"The push for sovereignty, both in the context of data and AI overall, will truly be achieved when all that processing power is put in the hands of average consumers everywhere," Cody Combs writes
Why the goal of AI sovereignty remains so elusive | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Opinion:
"The push for sovereignty, both in the context of data and AI overall, will truly be achieved when all that processing power is put in the hands of average consumers everywhere," Cody Combs writes
"The push for sovereignty, both in the context of data and AI overall, will truly be achieved when all that processing power is put in the hands of average consumers everywhere," Cody Combs writes
Will Ahmed, the Egyptian-American founder of wearable fitness tracker Whoop, says the success of the company and its products can be linked to his upbringing
Whoop's Egyptian-American founder credits upbringing as secret to company's success | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Will Ahmed, the Egyptian-American founder of wearable fitness tracker Whoop, says the success of the company and its products can be linked to his upbringing
An investigation has confirmed that two drones were used in last week’s attack on the Khor Mor gasfield, one of the largest energy sites in Iraq’s Kurdistan region.
Two drones used to attack Khor Mor gasfield in Iraq’s Kurdistan region | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 12:17 PM
An investigation has confirmed that two drones were used in last week’s attack on the Khor Mor gasfield, one of the largest energy sites in Iraq’s Kurdistan region.
Four times the F1 title was decided in Abu Dhabi, including the most controversial race finish in history
Four times the F1 title was decided in Abu Dhabi, including the most controversial race finish in history | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Four times the F1 title was decided in Abu Dhabi, including the most controversial race finish in history
"China has twice the amount of energy we have as a nation and our economy is larger than theirs – it makes no sense to me," Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang tells event in Washington
Nvidia's Jensen Huang courts Washington amid China chip export debate | The National
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December 4, 2025 at 12:43 AM
"China has twice the amount of energy we have as a nation and our economy is larger than theirs – it makes no sense to me," Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang tells event in Washington
Our cartoonist's take on Syria's efforts to tackle drug smuggling
Cartoon for December 3, 2025 | The National
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December 3, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Our cartoonist's take on Syria's efforts to tackle drug smuggling
'Pressure must be exerted through sanctions, and not merely against a handful of settlers, but against those who enable the violence'
Read more from The National's Editorial.
Read more from The National's Editorial.
Israel's risk in enabling violence in the West Bank | The National
West Bank anarchy undermines Israel claims to sovereignty and highlights its failures
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December 3, 2025 at 6:27 AM
'Pressure must be exerted through sanctions, and not merely against a handful of settlers, but against those who enable the violence'
Read more from The National's Editorial.
Read more from The National's Editorial.
A year has passed since the historic regime change in Syria. Join The National for an expert discussion on politics, economy and peacebuilding on Dec 8 at 5pm UAE time. Sign up to attend: news.ae/48nNoee
December 3, 2025 at 4:11 AM
A year has passed since the historic regime change in Syria. Join The National for an expert discussion on politics, economy and peacebuilding on Dec 8 at 5pm UAE time. Sign up to attend: news.ae/48nNoee
Zayed National Museum was the shining star of the 54th National Day show ahead of its grand opening, as the UAE's remarkable journey took centre stage.
Zayed National Museum takes centre stage as Eid Al Etihad show tells UAE's story | The National
Ambition stretching back thousands of years unfolds in spectacular 54th National Day celebration
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December 2, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Zayed National Museum was the shining star of the 54th National Day show ahead of its grand opening, as the UAE's remarkable journey took centre stage.
'As we mark the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, we look back with gratitude and pride at the journey we have taken together. We honour the progress we have made and the milestones we have reached,' said President Sheikh Mohamed.
President Sheikh Mohamed urges Emiratis to drive UAE progress in National Day message | The National
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December 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
'As we mark the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, we look back with gratitude and pride at the journey we have taken together. We honour the progress we have made and the milestones we have reached,' said President Sheikh Mohamed.
One year after Assad’s fall, what does Syria’s future look like? Join The National live on Dec 8 at 5pm UAE time as our panel examines recovery, reform and the road ahead. Register here: news.ae/48nNoee
December 1, 2025 at 3:07 AM
One year after Assad’s fall, what does Syria’s future look like? Join The National live on Dec 8 at 5pm UAE time as our panel examines recovery, reform and the road ahead. Register here: news.ae/48nNoee
In south Lebanon, Israeli attacks on reconstruction efforts despite a ceasefire amount to an "occupation without troops", say experts. Read our full report from the country's devastated border villages here:
Bombing the builders: How Israel is blocking reconstruction in Lebanon to carve out a buffer zone | The National
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November 30, 2025 at 8:02 PM
In south Lebanon, Israeli attacks on reconstruction efforts despite a ceasefire amount to an "occupation without troops", say experts. Read our full report from the country's devastated border villages here:
Driving to Oman from the UAE requires the right paperwork, insurance and in some cases a visa. We break down fees, requirements and border procedure step by step.
National Day holiday: Everything you need to know about driving to Oman | The National
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November 30, 2025 at 6:52 AM
Driving to Oman from the UAE requires the right paperwork, insurance and in some cases a visa. We break down fees, requirements and border procedure step by step.
With a two-day National Day break confirmed, many residents may look to local accommodation instead of travelling. Here is a clear overview of what hotels are offering during the holiday window.
UAE National Day 2025 staycations: Hotel deals and offers for the long weekend | The National
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November 30, 2025 at 4:12 AM
With a two-day National Day break confirmed, many residents may look to local accommodation instead of travelling. Here is a clear overview of what hotels are offering during the holiday window.
“An occupation without troops”
Special report: Why Israel has been systematically targeting reconstruction efforts in south Lebanon since the ceasefire
Special report: Why Israel has been systematically targeting reconstruction efforts in south Lebanon since the ceasefire
Bombing the builders: How Israel is blocking reconstruction in Lebanon to carve out a buffer zone | The National
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November 30, 2025 at 1:16 AM
“An occupation without troops”
Special report: Why Israel has been systematically targeting reconstruction efforts in south Lebanon since the ceasefire
Special report: Why Israel has been systematically targeting reconstruction efforts in south Lebanon since the ceasefire
Drivers have been urged to celebrate responsibly this National Day, with rules on flags, music and vehicle decoration now confirmed. Authorities warn that reckless behaviour, stunts and obscured plates will lead to penalties.
Rules for National Day celebrations in UAE, from flag waving to car decorations | The National
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November 29, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Drivers have been urged to celebrate responsibly this National Day, with rules on flags, music and vehicle decoration now confirmed. Authorities warn that reckless behaviour, stunts and obscured plates will lead to penalties.
Coastal, desert and island retreats are all on offer for National Day. Here are the properties running packages across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah.
UAE National Day 2025 staycations: Hotel deals and offers for the long weekend | The National
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November 29, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Coastal, desert and island retreats are all on offer for National Day. Here are the properties running packages across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah.