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Travel times are targeted at about one hour Abu Dhabi–Dubai and 90 minutes Abu Dhabi–Fujairah, with trains up to 200kph carrying 400 passengers.
Revealed: Etihad Rail's first passenger routes to link Abu Dhabi city, Dubai and Fujairah | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Travel times are targeted at about one hour Abu Dhabi–Dubai and 90 minutes Abu Dhabi–Fujairah, with trains up to 200kph carrying 400 passengers.
US President Donald Trump is due to address the World Economic Forum at 2.30pm (5.30pm UAE) local time. Follow The National’s live blog from Davos for developments, reaction and analysis ⬇️
Trump at Davos 2026: US President arrives ahead of World Economic Forum speech | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 1:15 PM
US President Donald Trump is due to address the World Economic Forum at 2.30pm (5.30pm UAE) local time. Follow The National’s live blog from Davos for developments, reaction and analysis ⬇️
Featuring works from the Musee National Picasso–Paris, the show explores seven decades of his art and its influence on the world
Picasso exhibition at Louvre Abu Dhabi explores his enduring fixation with the human figure | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Featuring works from the Musee National Picasso–Paris, the show explores seven decades of his art and its influence on the world
More than 10 world leaders have so far confirmed their acceptance
Donald Trump's Board of Peace: Who has joined and who will lead it? | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 12:37 PM
More than 10 world leaders have so far confirmed their acceptance
He was the brother of late president Hafez Al Assad and uncle of deposed president Bashar Al Assad
Syria’s former vice president Rifaat Al Assad dies, aged 88 | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 12:15 PM
He was the brother of late president Hafez Al Assad and uncle of deposed president Bashar Al Assad
Some regions received heaviest rainfall in 70 years
Floods in Tunisia leave at least four dead | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Some regions received heaviest rainfall in 70 years
Etihad Rail has announced the first routes on its eagerly awaited passenger service, in a milestone moment for the country's largest infrastructure project.
It confirmed exclusively to The National the first services will connect Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah in the network's opening phase.
It confirmed exclusively to The National the first services will connect Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah in the network's opening phase.
Revealed: Etihad Rail's first passenger routes to link Abu Dhabi city, Dubai and Fujairah | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Etihad Rail has announced the first routes on its eagerly awaited passenger service, in a milestone moment for the country's largest infrastructure project.
It confirmed exclusively to The National the first services will connect Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah in the network's opening phase.
It confirmed exclusively to The National the first services will connect Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Fujairah in the network's opening phase.
Funds will be distributed to scientists over three years as part of efforts to increase rainfall
Make it rain: UAE issues $1.5m cloud-seeding grants for projects to address water security | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 11:45 AM
Funds will be distributed to scientists over three years as part of efforts to increase rainfall
President stressed need for commitment to phase two of Gaza ceasefire
Egypt's El Sisi says Palestinian cause remains 'at the forefront' of Middle East priorities | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 11:30 AM
President stressed need for commitment to phase two of Gaza ceasefire
Spanish and Belarusian top seeds both secure straight-sets wins at Melbourne Park
Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz maintains push for career Grand Slam as Aryna Sabalenka sails into next round | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Spanish and Belarusian top seeds both secure straight-sets wins at Melbourne Park
A confident set shows they have found their footing again
Linkin Park review: Band prove they are here to stay with a polished Abu Dhabi show | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 10:52 AM
A confident set shows they have found their footing again
My Own Home: British mum Lucy Gibson bought her Victory Heights villa for Dh11.6 million, 13 years ago, when the area was still seen as far out. She tells The National why space, privacy and long-term thinking made it the right decision.
My Own Home: How Dubai family found a good deal with Victory Heights villa boasting lush golf course views | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 10:35 AM
My Own Home: British mum Lucy Gibson bought her Victory Heights villa for Dh11.6 million, 13 years ago, when the area was still seen as far out. She tells The National why space, privacy and long-term thinking made it the right decision.
Country continues its urgent humanitarian response and 'stands in solidarity' with people affected by civil war
UAE agrees to send another $5 million worth of aid to Sudan | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Country continues its urgent humanitarian response and 'stands in solidarity' with people affected by civil war
Warnings follow comments by Trump in which he called for a change of leadership in Iran
'World on fire' and 'wipe it off': Iran and US trade harshest threats | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Warnings follow comments by Trump in which he called for a change of leadership in Iran
The collapse of Kurdish control in north-east Syria raises risks for Britons stripped of citizenship
Shamima Begum's citizenship challenge gains new twist with Syria upheaval | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 9:22 AM
The collapse of Kurdish control in north-east Syria raises risks for Britons stripped of citizenship
Tehran has repeatedly accused the US and Israel of orchestrating violence and armed attacks during demonstrations
Iran arrests 470 alleged 'key figures' behind unrest | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 8:51 AM
Tehran has repeatedly accused the US and Israel of orchestrating violence and armed attacks during demonstrations
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump discuss developments in country
Diplomatic rush over Syria intensifies to avert ceasefire collapse | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump discuss developments in country
Kingdom's Foreign Ministry expresses 'hope' board will achieve its goals of supporting stability
Bahrain's King Hamad accepts Trump's invitation to join Gaza Board of Peace | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Kingdom's Foreign Ministry expresses 'hope' board will achieve its goals of supporting stability
The National, one of the first media outlets to visit the empty facility, speaks to security personnel and local residents to reconstruct the escape
Orange uniforms, empty cells and bullets: Inside Syria’s Shaddadi prison after the ISIS breakout | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 8:02 AM
The National, one of the first media outlets to visit the empty facility, speaks to security personnel and local residents to reconstruct the escape
Many countries face total or partial travel restrictions to the US
Which 2026 Fifa World Cup countries does Trump's travel ban impact? | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 7:43 AM
Many countries face total or partial travel restrictions to the US
Former UK commander warns alliance faces risks from US unpredictability and Greenland tension
Uncharted territory for Nato amid deepening transatlantic uncertainty | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Former UK commander warns alliance faces risks from US unpredictability and Greenland tension
Jerome Powell to attend arguments on case that will test limits of Federal Reserve independence
Trump vs Cook: US Supreme Court set to hear historic Fed case | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 7:06 AM
Jerome Powell to attend arguments on case that will test limits of Federal Reserve independence
Emirati racing prodigy says goal is 'to reach Formula One and to represent the UAE'
A question from Lewis Hamilton and a career in motion for Rashid Al Dhaheri | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 6:46 AM
Emirati racing prodigy says goal is 'to reach Formula One and to represent the UAE'
Frenchman scores twice against former club Monaco in resounding 6-1 Uefa Champions League win
Kylian Mbappe leads ruthless Real Madrid to victory as PSG and Man City both lose | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Frenchman scores twice against former club Monaco in resounding 6-1 Uefa Champions League win
Despite discontent with Islamic Republic rule, Iranians see few clear alternatives
What do Iranians want – and how can they achieve it? | The National
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January 21, 2026 at 6:06 AM
Despite discontent with Islamic Republic rule, Iranians see few clear alternatives