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U.S. Wins Arab Support For Syria/Iraq Military Campaign

The Arab states agreed in a communique to do more to stop the flow of funds and fighters to Islamic State and help rebuild communities “brutalised” by the group.

Germany – Europe’s Lone Star

There are both risks and opportunities in German equities, writes Matein Khalid, a global equities investor and advisor to regional family offices.

As Air Accidents Rise, Will Aviation Insurance Premiums Follow Suit?

The rise in accidents has set the bills soaring for aviation insurers, with firms looking at annual losses worth $2 billion this year.

Terrible Timing For Saudi Arabia’s Giant New Oil Refinery

The Yanbu refinery is coming online at a time when crude demand growth in Asia is dropping, writes Reuters’ columnist Clyde Russell.

Why Libya Desperately Needs To Clean Up Its Act

Without a settlement, Libya’s economy could run dry.

Car Review: Porsche Turbo 911 S

Lurking in the shadow of Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren, the Porsche Turbo 911 S continues to be the supercar that will never go away.

Dubai Aluminium Approaches Banks For Rare Corporate Loan

Talks are at a preliminary stage to sound out banks about what Dubal could raise in the loan market, the sources said on condition of anonymity because the information is not public.

GCC Firms Commit Investments Worth $19bn In West Africa

Abu Dhabi firm Trojan General Contracting committed investments worth $16 billion in various infrastructure projects in West Africa.

Mandarin Oriental To Open Dubai Hotel In 2017

Luxury brand to follow Four Seasons on Jumeirah Beach Road

Dubai World Offers Collateral, Early Cash To Revise $25bn Debt Deal

The company is also offering to return cash throughout the loan’s lifespan, more assets as collateral, a higher interest rate and an early repayment of a first tranche of money due next year.

Saudi Arabia Tells OPEC To Cut Output In August As Oil Nears $100

The reduction comes as oil prices have come under downward pressure from ample supply and concerns about slower global demand.

Stock News: Dubai Investors Cash Out For Emaar Malls IPO

The company plans to float its unit Emaar Malls Group (EMG) this month and subscriptions for the shares will open on Sept. 14.

Fashion World Divided On First Look At Apple Watch

Many praised the watch for its clean aesthetic, but some bloggers and editors said it had a masculine aura.

Kuwait Says Plans For Refinery Capacity Boost On Track

Tenders to build Kuwait’s fourth refinery, al-Zour, have been extended after delays and political opposition in the past.

MAF Launches Angry Birds Branded Prepaid Card In The UAE

Majid Al Futtaim Finance has partnered with Rovio Entertainment, which owns the Angry Birds brand, to create the prepaid card for UAE customers.

Dubai Airport To See 45 Aircraft Arrivals An Hour By 2016

The revamped runways at Dubai International Airport are equipped with better technology that will help push up the number of arrivals an hour, an official said.

Review: Xbox One

The latest console launched by Microsoft is more than simply a gaming platform.

Saudi Arabia Selects All-Male Team For Asian Games In South Korea

Saudi officials said they would send female athletes to the next Olympics, but that they were not yet competitive enough for Asian Games.

Basic Challenges Such As Mediocre Battery Life Plague Apple’s iPhone

Aside from improving battery life, Apple should create more options for media file sharing, says a tech enthusiast.

UAE Credit Bureau Starts Issuing Consumer Data To Banks

The credit reports include consumers’ debt obligations and payment behaviour patterns for the past two years.

Dubai To Spend $32bn On Airport Expansion Amid Aviation Push

The expansion is expected to be the biggest airport project in the world and would take place in two phases over six to eight years.

As Apple Prepares To Unveil iPhone 6, Quick UAE Launch Urged

The new device from Apple is expected to do “extremely well” in the UAE, says expert.

Dubai Shortlists 8 Firms For Clean Coal Plant

The cost of the Hassyan power plant, which is expected to come online by 2021, is anticipated to be more than $2 billion.

Qatar Confirms That It Has Detained Two British Human Rights Workers

Krishna Upadhyaya and Ghimire Gundev, who were investigating the abuse of Nepali migrant workers in Qatar, went missing on August 31.

Apple’s Rivals Hope Its iWatch Makes “Wearable” Work

Media reports have pinpointed 9 September as the date Apple will introduce its long-rumoured smartwatch.

Dubai Planning New Measures to Reduce Travel Time At Airport

The emirate is looking to expand its smart gates programme and introduce new software systems at the airport.

US-Chartered Flydubai Plane Reaches Dubai After Being Diverted To Iran

The aircraft, carrying about 100 Americans from Afghanistan, was diverted to Iran because of issues with its flight plan.

Egypt Charges Ex-President Mursi With Leaking State Secrets To Qatar

The public prosecutor said Mursi’s aides leaked documents which detailed the country’s foreign and domestic policies.

Saudi Bristles As Turmoil Looms Large In The Middle East

The Kingdom is wary of the growing influence that the Islamic State is wielding across the region.

Experts Urge Global Action As Ebola Death Toll Rises

The Ebola virus has claimed over 1,900 lives since the outbreak began in West Africa late last year. Is enough being done to stop its lethal spread?