Trump links common painkiller ingredient to autism and announces new guidance

President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that an over-the-counter painkiller is linked to autism, and said US physicians would be notified immediately of the risk for use in pregnancy. Medical groups pushed back against the guidance, saying the...

Declaration For Protection Of Humanitarian Personnel

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 1. We commit, at the highest political level, to take action and uphold the principles outlined in this Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel before, during and after conflict. We reaffirm...

ExclusivePeace in the Middle East is an illusion, says Trump envoy Tom Barrack

US special envoy Tom Barrack has said Middle East peace is an illusion and described recognition of Palestinian statehood by some UN Security Council members as unhelpful. “When we say peace, it's an illusion,” the US special envoy to Syria told...

Malta officially recognises the State of Palestine

Malta has officially recognised the state of Palestine. Prime Minister Robert Abela was speaking at the United Nations Conference on the Two-State Solution which took place in New York. Abela, in his speech, stated, "clearly and unequivocally that...

Macron Announces France Recognizes Palestinian State

French President Emmanuel Macron formally announced Monday that France recognizes the State of Palestine, making it the first Western member of the United Nations (UN) Security Council and first G7 nation to take this diplomatic step. Speaking at...

CommentThe funds to stop diseases have been cut. Where does that leave global health?

The Geneva-based organisation, The Global Fund, since it was established in 2002, has undoubtedly been a force for good. But its worldwide impact in the future is clouded by global political shifts, like that of the Swiss city itself. Two big...

Trump links common painkiller ingredient to autism and announces new guidance

President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that an over-the-counter painkiller is linked to autism, and said US physicians would be notified immediately of the risk for use in pregnancy. Medical groups pushed back against the guidance, saying the...

Egypt's President El Sisi pardons activist Alaa Abdel Fattah

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on Monday pardoned Egyptian-British activist and blogger Alaa Abdel Fattah, according to an announcement published in the state's official gazette. Mr Abdel Fattah has been jailed several times for lobbying...

What Syria’s President should say in his historic UN speech

All eyes will be on Syria’s transitional President, Ahmad Al Shara, when he arrives in New York next week for the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The symbolism is hard to miss. For the first time in nearly six decades, a...

Interview'Opportunity not to be squandered': UAE ambassador outlines priorities for UNGA

For the UAE, the UN’s 80th high-level debate is not just another annual gathering, but an opportunity to revive multilateralism as the world faces several pressing challenges. Mohamed Abushahab, the UAE's Permanent Representative to the UN, told...

Abu Dhabi issues attendance rules for private schools

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) on Monday updated its rules on attendance and absence for private schools. Issued with immediate effect, the update specifies what constitutes excused or unexcused absence and what...

World Bank boosts Middle East presence with new office in Saudi Arabia

The World Bank has opened a new office in Saudi Arabia, boosting its presence in the region as it aims to strengthen global co-operation from a city it says has become a “global convener” of knowledge development. The office, located in the...

CommentNetanyahu tried to kill Palestine. Instead, he gave it new life

After decades spent trying to kill the idea of Palestinian statehood, Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is now watching it take shape in real time. The two-state conference co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia demolished the very...

UAE launches campaign to become 'start-up capital of the world'

The UAE is seeking to boost the number of companies operating in the country by nearly 67 per cent to 2 million by 2031, with a focus on developing the small-and-medium enterprises critical to its economy. The Arab world's second-largest economy...

Gulf region could scoop up top global talent after US H-1B restrictions

The UAE and other Gulf countries are in a “great position” to take advantage of new US recruitment restrictions by attracting the best up-and-coming talent from across the globe, experts have told The National. The US has announced new visa...

Why the Hindu festival of Navratri will be longer this year

The nine-day Indian festival of Navratri begins this year on Monday, September 22, and will culminate in Dussehra, which usually falls on the 10th day. Celebrated by many Hindus around the world, the festival is an homage to divine femininity,...

Four things to watch for at the UN's biggest meeting of the year

World leaders are arriving in New York for the annual High-level Week at the United Nations General Assembly. And for the first time, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is among them. In amongst a packed schedule of events, here are four...

Djamel Sedjati, Salwa Eid Naser and the top Arab performers at World Athletics Championships

The World Athletics Championships have wrapped up in Tokyo, where a host of athletes from the Middle East and North Africa left their mark on the global stage. Here are some of the biggest takeaways from their performances. Bronze for Naser in...

Newsom Signs Immigration Bills Authored by Pasadena’s Senator Pérez

[Photo by Office of Governor Newsom]Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two immigration-related bills authored by Sen. Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena) on Saturday in Los Angeles, enacting measures that immediately affect school safety protocols and law...

Martinelli rescues point for Arsenal with last-gasp goal against Man City

Substitute Gabriel Martinelli lobbed home an injury-time leveller for Arsenal to deny Premier League title rivals Manchester City victory at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Pep Guardiola's side has taken an early lead in North London with striker...