Some 117 governments pledged to triple the world's renewable energy capacity by 2030 at the U.N.'s COP28 climate summit on Saturday, as a route to cut the share of fossil fuels in the world's energy production.
As many as 50 companies, representing over 40 per cent of global oil production, have signed the Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC), committing to near-zero methane emissions and ending routine flaring by 2030, and to total net-zero operations by 2050 at COP28.
The COP28 Presidency joined with the World Health Organisation to announce a new 'COP28 UAE Declaration on Climate and Health' to accelerate actions to protect people’s health from growing climate impacts.
Global business leaders and philanthropists have announced a range of transformative climate and nature initiatives, and commitments to mobilise $5 billion in collective funding at COP28.
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 UAE President-Designate, emphasised the need to mobilise resources and partnerships toward a bold and transformative approach to climate action.
Enthralling light shows, sparkling fireworks displays, Ramadan-themed music performances, and joyful surprises will light up hearts and destinations across the emirate this holy month as part of the #RamadanInDubai campaign.
Global Village is bringing the world together this Ramadan with special activities and offerings, from 6:00 pm until 2:00 am.
The participants of the annual 'Camel Trek' arrived in the Heritage Village of the Global Village on Sunday after embarking on a continuous 12-day journey through the UAE desert, starting from the Arada area in Abu Dhabi and concluding in Dubai.
Global Village is set to turn into a winter wonderland this festive season where visitors will be greeted by Santa and his little helpers, the elves, until January 4.
Spanish fashion retailer Zara is expanding its service to sell, repair or donate second-hand clothes in several European countries from December 12, the company said on Tuesday, as the market for used apparel grows.
The UAE passport's validity period has been extended from five to ten years for individuals aged 21 and above.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed Phase III of a project to retrofit its buildings to make them accessible and friendly for people of determination.
The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has announced the expansion of its relief programme to support the people of Gaza during Ramadan.
The UAE has joined an international network, which provides assistance to countries during a nuclear or radiological emergency.
India's Supreme Court has ordered the State Bank of India to submit all the details of so-called electoral bonds issued under an opaque political funding system, just a month before general elections.
Israeli troops raided the compound of Gaza's Al Shifa Hospital early on Monday in an operation that Palestinian health authorities said caused multiple casualties and set off a fierce fire in one of the buildings.
President Vladimir Putin won a record post-Soviet landslide in Russia's election on Sunday, cementing his already tight grip on power in a victory he said showed Moscow had been right to stand up to the West and send its troops into Ukraine.
Ukrainian air defence systems shot down 17 out of 22 Russian drones over nine Ukrainian regions in an attack that caused a fire in a residential building in the early hours of Monday, officials said.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he would keep on with the military campaign against Hamas in Gaza, where aid agencies say famine is looming, while ceasefire talks were set to resume.
Pakistan's central bank on Monday held its key interest rate at 22 per cent as expected for a sixth straight policy meeting as inflation risks continued to loom.
Major real estate developers Nakheel and Meydan will now come under the portfolio of Dubai Holding.
Dubai welcomed 1.77 million international tourists in January, which was an increase of 21 per cent compared to 1.47 million visitors in the same period last year.
Italy's competition watchdog has fined three units of social media giant TikTok $10.94 million (AED 36.7 million) for inadequate checks on content potentially harmful to young or vulnerable users.
The UAE recorded government revenues of AED 155.9 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the finance ministry's preliminary data, up 9 per cent from the same period in 2022.
Egypt became the fifth country to be selected as host of a new series of friendly games introduced by FIFA to allow teams from different confederations to play each other.
Carlos Alcaraz said his successful Indian Wells title defence was all the sweeter because he felt he had found himself in the California desert after a difficult few months.
Scottie Scheffler fired a final-round, 8-under 64 to become the first player in the 50-year history of The Players Championship to win at TPC Sawgrass in consecutive years.
Manchester United saw off rivals Liverpool 4-3 in extra time in the FA Cup quarter-finals to keep their trophy dreams alive. Manager Erik ten Hag now hopes it will also be the catalyst to turn around their Premier League fortunes.
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz of Spain and Russian fourth seed Daniil Medvedev will clash in Sunday's final of the Indian Wells in a rematch of last year's summit clash after both prevailed in intense three-setters on Saturday.
While "The Color Purple" actor Danielle Brooks didn't take home the Oscar for best supporting actress at the Oscars last weekend, she and cast members took home the NAACP Image award on Saturday for outstanding motion picture.
Actor Pierce Brosnan has said he deeply regrets walking off trail in Yellowstone National Park in the United States after he was fined by a court in Wyoming for getting too close to a thermal area.
Texas native and singer-songwriter Denitia was deeply moved when she heard the first notes of Beyoncé's hit country song, "Texas Hold ‘Em."
Celebrating the legacy of late actor Patrick Swayze was essential in remaking his 1989 hit movie "Road House," says the new film's star Jake Gyllenhaal.
Kids under the age of 12 can enter Al Ain Zoo free of charge on Friday in celebration of Emirati Children's Day.
China's rapidly aging population is fuelling a promising and fast-growing market for companies providing recreational classes and activities for the elderly middle class, from yoga to African drumming and smartphone photography.
A shop has opened in Brussels selling still-sealed unwanted Amazon parcels by the kilo, effectively a lottery ticket which could win the holder a connected watch, a smartphone - or a worthless trinket.
Ostriches are normally territorial and aggressive birds best approached with caution, but at a Belgian animal rescue farm, the hand-reared birds are so gentle they will cuddle with visitors.
In her tiny Athens apartment, 93-year-old Ioanna Matsouka has knit thousands of brightly coloured scarves for children in need from Greece to Ukraine - and she has no plans to quit just yet.
They are among the wonders of our deserts: star dunes, the vaguely pyramid-shaped sand formations up to about 300 meters tall with arms stretching out from a central peak to give them a star-like appearance when viewed from above.
With road tolls set to be introduced in Abu Dhabi from October 15, here is everything you need to know about registering your car for the system before it's too late.
From fresh seafood to beautiful weather and stunning beaches, Phuket is a perfect destination for your next getaway.
If you love the sun, sand and the beach, then you are bound to fall in love with Seychelles.
This tiny island in South East Asia is the perfect place for an all-in-one Asian holiday.