Dive deeper into the week’s biggest stories from the Middle East and around the world with The National’s foreign desk. Nuances are often missed in day-to-day headlines. We go Beyond the Headlines by bringing together the voices of experts and those living the news to provide a clearer picture of the region’s shifting political and social landscape.
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As one of the world’s most influential business hubs, the Middle East requires expert attention. Business Extra provides those experts, as well as news and insights from The National’s esteemed team of business editors and reporters, who are on top of the markets, technology, the energy sector and more.
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Join hosts Enas Refaei, Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal as they guide you through the arts and culture scene in the UAE, the Middle East and the world. A new episode of Culture Bites drops every week from The National News in Abu Dhabi.
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Conversations with Arab athletes on their journeys to the Paris 2024 Olympics
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Every weekday from 3-7pm Lachlan Kitchen and Neeil Ojha, host "T.S.B." Talk, Sport & Business on TALK 100.3 The show is a daily mix of news and information from Dubai and across the United Arab Emirates, with all the breaking news from World Sport. Follow the show online. @talk100.3uae Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The UK Financial Intelligence Unit (UKFIU), housed within the National Crime Agency, has national responsibility for receiving, analysing and disseminating financial intelligence submitted through the Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) regime. SARs alert law enforcement to potential instances of money laundering and terrorist financing and are a vital source of intelligence, not only on economic crime but on a wider range of criminal activity. These educational podcasts are part of the UKFIU ...
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Inspiring Arab women. ‘Seera’ is Arabic for ‘biography’ or 'her story' and will cover real and raw topics discussed with incredible women from the Middle East. These women are challenging stereotypes, disrupting the status quo and breaking the glass ceiling. We ask, what is her story?
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Through a series of expert interviews, this podcast mini-series explores some of the most pressing questions raised by the CSIS Middle East Program report, “Citizens in Training: Conscription and Nation-building in the United Arab Emirates.” Hear from leading experts on the Gulf, the UAE, and modern militaries in general what the UAE’s bold experiment in military conscription as a nationbuilding tool reveals about the leadership’s diagnosis of its key challenges at a pivotal moment in its na ...
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Voices from Asia is a four-part podcast series by the National University of Singapore. Launched in November 2023, the episodes aim to relate discussions at the annual United Nations climate conference, COP28, to audiences in Asia.
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ख़बरनामा brings you the top headlines and news in Hindi from different categories such as National, Politics, World, Cricket, Entertainment, Business, Tech and Auto.Its updated daily and brought to you from Jagran.com, the online version of the worlds largest read daily newspaper. Visit us www.jagran.com
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From shifting alliances to great power politics, and from security in a post-pandemic world to rapid technological innovation, our world is constantly in flux. On State of the World, Megan Torrey, CEO of the World Affairs Council of Connecticut, sits down with experts and leaders on the frontlines of foreign policy and national security. Each episode is a deep dive into one of the world’s most pressing issues and it asks the question: how can global events impact our everyday lives? And how ...
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Israeli union strikes and Salah scores for Liverpool
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Israel agrees to 'staggered pauses' in Gaza and Egypt arms Somalia
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What stands in the way of a Gaza ceasefire agreement?
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The cycle of Gaza ceasefire talks has started to become predictable. Headlines initially spark hope with announcements of progress, only for other regional incidents to derail negotiations, leading to yet another collapse. Last Sunday, Lebanon’s Hezbollah launched 320 drones and rockets towards Israel in response to the assassination of its command…
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WFP pauses Gaza staff travel and Paralympics begin
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Episode 44: What does fine art smell like?
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In this week's episode of Culture Bites, hosts Enas Refaei, Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal imagine what it would be like if art were appreciated not just visually, but also through scent. Inspired by a project at the National Museum in Krakow, The National speaks to curators at Louvre Abu Dhabi to decipher the smell of selected pieces in their collec…
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When was the last time you had a full health check up? Smart Salem CEO Amanda Gravitis 28/8/24.
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As the weather cools down in Dubai and everyone becomes more active, it's important to assess your health fitness. Amanda Gravitis is the CEO of Smart Salem and joined Kitch and Neeil to discuss the importance of general health checks and wellness testing. And how DNA testing is available to asses your genetic profile to help with your medical choi…
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Israeli operation in occupied West Bank and Russia condemns arrest of Durov
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Property and Real Estate Hour with Jotun Paints. Sandeep Jadwani. 27/8/24
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Financial Adviser Sandeep Jadwani has been in the UAE for 15 years, and he joined Kitch and Neeil to for the Real Estate and Property Hour thanks to Jotun Paints. Instagram: Kitch/. Instagram: Neeil/. Instagram: Producer Pranav/. Instagram: Producer Errol/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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UN forced to halt Gaza operations, Zuckerberg says Meta 'censored'
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Israel and Lebanon witness escalation, UAE students go back to school
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Kitch goes back to School! Live from JINS. 22/8/24.
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School resumes on Monday August 26 in UAE. Kitch visited the Jumeriah International Nurseries to speak to many of the teachers and school leaders, to discover how the the wonderful world of JINS is preparing for the new school year. Guests Include (In this order). 00:00 Managing Director - Katrina Mankani 05:20 General Manager - Samina Khanyari 11:…
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Harris calls for Gaza ceasefire as Israel displaces 250,000 in enclave
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The challenges in containing a looming polio outbreak in Gaza
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Children’s lives in Gaza are riddled with uncertainty. They don’t know when the next bomb will fall, where their next meal will come from or even if their families and friends are still alive. Now, another variable poses a grave risk to Gaza’s children: polio. The first case was confirmed after a 10-month-old baby tested positive for the virus in m…
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The changing nature of the UAE Legal System. Lawyer Vishal Tinani 22/8/24.
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Vishal Tinani is a distinguished lawyer currently serving as the Head of Corporate at Mohamed Eid Al Suwaidi Advocates and Legal Consultants. Vishal is renowned for his expertise in corporate, commercial, and white-collar crimes, he specializes in cross-jurisdictional recovery, mergers, acquisitions, and complex liability cases. He spoke to Kitch a…
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As the US Fed Reserve hints at a September rate cut, how will Indian markets react? Vinay Chaudhury. 22/8/24.
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As the US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hints at a potential rate cut in September, its sparked expectation of positive impact on Indian equity markets and emerging market investments. Kitch and Neeil spoke to Investment Expert Vinay Chaudhury Instagram: Kitch/. Instagram: Neeil/. Instagram: Producer Pranav/. Instagram: Producer Errol/. Ho…
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Walz accepts VP nomination, Lebanon moves to pay debts to Iraq
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Episode 43: Has Blake Lively proved there is such thing as bad movie publicity?
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In this week's episode of the Culture Bites podcast, hosts Enas Refaei, Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal break down the press tour drama surrounding new film It Ends with Us. Beyond reported rifts on set between lead actress Blake Lively and co-star and director Justin Baldoni, critics are unimpressed with Lively’s movie marketing approach. Farah point…
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Dh500,000, 5 years in Jail. Online content that is banned in the UAE. Lawyer Hari Wadhwana. 21/8/24.
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Hari Wadhwana from OGH Legal joined Kitch and Neeil to discuss changes in UAE social media laws. In the UAE, you could get penalised for forwarded a post that turns out to be fake or for trolling people. Spreading misinformation, rumours or defaming someone online can land you in serious trouble in the country. Instagram: Kitch/. Instagram: Neeil/.…
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Barack Obama speaks at DNC, Iraqi militias end US truce
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The Property and Real Estate Hour, powered by Jotun. Nameer Khan from Fils. 20/8/24
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On the Property and Real Estate Hour, powered by Jotun - Kitch and Neeil were joined by Nameer Khan. Nameer Khan is one of the leading Fintech Influencers and Thought Leader in the UAE. He's the Chairman of MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) and advisor to leading fintechs. https://filsnow.com/ https://www.jotun.com/ae-en/. Instagram: Kitch/. Instagra…
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Israel accepts 'bridging' proposal, Harris expected to accept DNC nomination
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Gaza ceasefire talks stall and Chicago braces for DNC protests
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Gaza death toll passes 40,000 and mpox outbreak reaches Sweden
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How Israeli prisons became 'a network of torture camps'
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In recent weeks, human rights organisations and media investigations have documented the worsening conditions in Israeli prisons over the past 10 months. They reveal beatings and other forms of brutal physical and psychological abuse of Palestinian detainees have become common practice since October 7. A UN report on the ill-treatment of detainees …
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Columbia University president resigns, Khelif names individuals in lawsuit
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Episode 42: What do Banksy's animal artworks really mean?
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Enas Refaei is back for this episode of Culture Bites, joining Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal to preview the popular 1990s and 2000s music artists coming to the UAE this season. The Backstreet Boys are returning to Abu Dhabi this October, a little more than a year since their last performance in the capital. But they are not the only act bringing nos…
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National Financial Awareness Day. Sandeep Jadwani. 14/8/24
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August 14 is National Financial Awareness Day. Financial Expert and friend of show Sandeep Jadwani returned to discuss key investment and financial advice. Instagram: Kitch/. Instagram: Neeil/. Instagram: Producer Pranav/. Instagram: Producer Errol/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Twin babies killed in Israeli strike, Ilhan Omar wins primary
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How FinTech is evolving in the Middle East
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In this episode of Business Extra, we explore the rapidly evolving FinTech landscape in the Middle East, where new apps and products are constantly emerging with promises of easier financial transactions and innovative money management solutions. Among these players, Dubai-based start-up Ziina stands out for its methodical rise over the past few ye…
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Property and Real Estate Hour, powered by Jotun. Junaid from IGL Real Estate. 13/8/24
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Sales Specialist from Interglobal Luxury Real Estate, Junaid, joined Kitch and Neeil to discuss the latest news and developments in Dubai Real Estate, thanks to Jotun Paints. https://www.jotun.com/ae-en/. Instagram: Kitch/. Instagram: Neeil/. Instagram: Producer Pranav/. Instagram: Producer Errol/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…
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Earthquake in Jordan and Syria, stabbing in London
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Paris closes 2024 Olympics and Imane Khelif files legal complaint
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France’s racial gap between the Olympics and reality
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Olympic fanfare has swept across Paris in recent weeks, but there is an elephant in the room that’s difficult to ignore – the glaring disparity between France hosting one of the most multicultural events in the world, while at the same time cracking down on diversity. Only weeks before the Games started, the far right gained huge momentum in a tens…
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Dubai's working week trial, Taylor Swift cancels concert and Pakistan wins gold - Trending
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Episode 41: Why shawarmas are an unexpected star of Marvel movies
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This week on Culture Bites podcast, hosts Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal give a roundup of House of the Dragon as season two ends. With eight episodes, it was already short, but the finale also left the hosts feeling short changed. They review the show and discuss the challenges of adapting fantasy novels into TV series. With the Olympics almost comi…
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Harris shuts down protesters and thousands rally in London
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The weight of Israel and Hezbollah’s warfare on life in Lebanon
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On Tuesday, Israeli warplanes broke the sound barrier in the skies over Lebanon, a stunt timed to coincide with Hassan Nasrallah’s speech amid a series of threats by Hezbollah towards Israel and vice versa. In his address, Nasrallah mocked the intimidation attempt and said an uncomfortable wait for Hezbollah's retaliation is part of the punishment …
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How to improve your cloud technology, to secure remote working. Ayman Kaouri, Scope Solutions. 7/8/24
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Ayman Kaouri is the Co-Founder & Regional Director of Scope Solutions (Middle East). He joined Kitch and Neeil live from Jotun Paints. With 16 years of professional experience, he discussed his work with Scope Solutions and the services they can provide. And their recent partnership with accounting firms and SMEs to enhance their operations with to…
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Yahya Sinwar chosen to lead Hamas, and Mena Olympian victories
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What to expect after the global stock market slump
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A global market sell-off kicked off the week, marking the biggest sell-off in decades. Japan’s Nikkei started things off, dropping 12 per cent, which was the index’s worst day since the Black Monday crash of 1987. Following this, the rest of the world followed suit. The Dow Jones dropped more than 1000 points, causing even the most casual of observ…
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Sheikh Hasina arrives in India and Imane Khelif speaks out amid gender row
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Rising airfares in Lebanon and a historic Algerian Olympic gold
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How to maintain mental fitness during Dubai's Summer. Sarmistha Mitra. 2/7/24
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Sarmistha Mitra is a Holistic Health Expert and Founder & CEO of The Wellbeing Sanctuary Training LLC/. She joined Kitch and Neeil to share her experience as the founder of one of the best stress management centers in Dubai. Sarmistha believes that mental fitness can provide the roadmap to curing various ailments, from stress and anxiety to sleepin…
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Gershkovich back in US after Russia prisoner swap and Hezbollah warns Israel - Trending
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What happens next after the Hamas and Hezbollah assassinations?
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The anxiety in the Middle East has been palpable since Tuesday night. The killing of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran happened only hours after Israel struck a south Beirut suburb, claiming to have killed Hezbollah commander Fouad Shukr. Mr Haniyeh was on a trip to Iran for the inauguration of president Masoud Pezeshkian when he was …
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Thousands in Istanbul march for Palestine and South Sudan in Paris – Trending
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Episode 40: What we’ve watched, read, listened to and enjoyed this year so far
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It’s a special summer edition of Culture Bites this week. To mark the halfway point of the year, hosts Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal take the opportunity to look back at their favourite cultural experiences so far. From books and movies to art exhibitions and music concerts, the hosts share their top picks in a moment to celebrate all the year has h…
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Hamas leader Haniyeh killed and Israel strikes southern Beirut - Trending
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Paris 2024: How AI is a game changer for the Olympics
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The Olympics have always been a stage for showcasing human excellence in sports. But this year, technology and artificial intelligence play a pivotal role in enhancing the experience for everyone involved. By integrating AI into various aspects of the Olympics, the event hopes to become more efficient, engaging, and inclusive. In this episode of th…
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Travel warnings in Lebanon and Iran to inaugurate president - Trending
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