Strikes hit south Beirut after Israeli army warnings

Celebrate the UAE's 53rd Eid Al Etihad at Yas Island Abu Dhabi with exclusive deals, upgrades, and experiences, including fireworks displays at Yas Bay Waterfront and Yas Marina on December 2, 2024. Enjoy unity-themed activities at Yas Marina Circuit, participate in the Stay & Play package for hotel perks and fast passes at top attractions, and embrace special offers at Yas Neighbour Hotels. Explore traditional festivities at Yas Island's theme parks, such as Ferrari World...

A group of Israeli volunteer rescue workers from Zaka, who were deeply affected by a brutal attack in southern Israel, participated in a therapy retreat involving bonfires, singing, and releasing negative thoughts. Led by psychologist Vered Atzmon Meshulam, the retreat aimed to help the rescuers cope with the trauma they experienced. Zaka has now implemented a resilience department and therapy programs to support their volunteers in dealing with extreme trauma, acknowledging the importance of taking...

Lebanese carpenter Samir awoke to explosions and screams, mistaking a nearby air strike for an attack on his own central Beirut building. The strike targeted a Hezbollah figure, causing 11 deaths and 63 injuries, leading to residents fleeing in fear and witnessing the aftermath of destruction. The densely populated area has been repeatedly targeted, causing widespread fear and displacement among residents, with ongoing tensions and casualties escalating since September. Full Article

Dubai's commercial office market is experiencing significant growth, driven by a surge in new business registrations and expansion activities in sectors like finance and technology, leading to high occupancy rates and rental growth in prime business districts. Average Grade A rental values have surged by 25% year-on-year, with key areas like Business Bay and Downtown seeing increases of 44% and 36%, respectively. The rise of hybrid working models has resulted in a growing demand for...

Negotiators at the UN climate talks in Baku were struggling to reach a deal on Saturday, with past sessions often failing due to a lack of consensus since the first conference in 1995. COP6 in The Hague in 2000 was the only time talks were suspended, later resuming as COP6-2 in Bonn. Full Article

Shamal, a diversified investment firm in Dubai, has launched The Square at Nad Al Sheba Gardens, a 21,000 sqm community destination featuring six unique food and beverage concepts like Entourage Three and Home Bakery. Additionally, The Square offers fitness and wellness options, including padel courts and on-site classes, catering to Dubai's active lifestyle goal. Designed with the community in mind, The Square provides a serene atmosphere for social connections, complete with family-friendly amenities and convenient...