Dubai private schools must report pupils absent for five consecutive days without explanation
KHDA guidance also sets a reporting threshold for unexplained absences reaching 10 per cent of a pupil’s school days in a term.
Baghdad Jewish museum opens in former school, The National reports
The Shamash Jewish Museum preserves school records and family documents while prompting debate over heritage and relations with Israel.
FAA lifts nationwide departure halt after telecommunications outage
Thousands of flights were cancelled or delayed as the disruption affected US airports and international services.
Jeffries calls for two-state solution and changes in Middle East policy
Reuters reported that the House Democratic leader also sought changes to the US military-aid agreement with Israel.
Guterres urges roughly 50% rise in global grid investment by 2030
The UN chief called for faster grid development and expanded financing, pointing to stalled energy projects and electricity needs in…
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Most Americans want Congress to end Iran war, Reuters reports
A Reuters/Ipsos survey found support for legislation to end the war among 93% of Democrats and 51% of Republicans.
Lewis Hamilton visits Egypt’s Rafah crossing to see Gaza aid efforts
France attributes cyberattacks to Iranian units after supermarket refrigeration hit
How Jordan’s monarchy, refugee populations and regional ties shape the country
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Libya central bank announces completion of governor handover
The bank says signed transfer documents completed the administrative process for Fauzi Abokhzam to succeed Naji Mohamed Issa.
Zain Hisham wins second Dakar 2026 gold, Egypt Independent reports
Security Council weighs Abyei mission renewal as UN warns of Sudan conflict spillover
Morocco’s crown prince opens first container terminal at Nador West Med
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Oman and Liberia sign joint statement establishing diplomatic relations
The foreign ministers also discussed economic cooperation, private-sector contacts and regional affairs.
How Oman uses dialogue to manage relations with Iran and Gulf neighbours
How Qatar’s mediation works, from Lebanon and Afghanistan to Gaza
United Arab EmiratesBusiness & Economy
Sheikh Mohammed honours UAE government excellence award winners for 2026
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Turkish, Egyptian ministers discuss Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean, Anadolu reports
Israel’s Herzog to announce Sunday who will try to form government
Which Arab states joined the Abraham Accords with Israel?
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Israeli demolitions displace more than 100 Palestinians in Biddu
Saudi ArabiaBusiness & Economy
Saudi Vision 2030 seeks economic diversification through reforms and major projects
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Borouge International raises 2030 capacity target to 13.8 million tonnes
Culture
More CultureAbu Dhabi event recreates 1990s shops and arcade games, The National reports
Oman takes Guest of Honour role at 2026 Sharjah International Book Fair
Dubai artist Sharan Budhrani shares experiences of disability and art in new book
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More WorldOman extends prison penalty to insults against national anthem, newspaper reports
Flydubai extends Tel Aviv flight suspension to Nov. 30, Israeli media report
Morocco’s military inspector general meets MINURSO commander in Agadir, reports say
Madagascar freezes recognition of so-called Sahrawi Republic
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