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Australia's ban on social media for under-16 children: Are forbidden things more desirable?

The country's digital industry advocates lamented the ban as a “20th-century response to 21st-century challenges"

Despite the killing of Zvi Kogan, the UAE and peace will prevail

The terrorists who kidnapped and murdered him sought to extinguish what he represented, a vision of coexistence and mutual respect that unites all Emiratis and all men and women who share a desire for a better world

How 'ESG fatigue' signals need for new approaches to solve climate crisis

Negotiations driven by governments have failed to solve global challenges and the world cannot wait another four years to mitigate the climate crisis

'Luxury homes are not enough': Why millionaires in UAE are now demanding sustainable communities

The rise in investment in sustainable real estate funds by high net-worth individuals underscores the growing demand for developments that blend luxury with eco-conscious living

A creativity initiative to boost economy

Alsharqiya Gets Creative that starts November 1 in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province has helped fledgling creative industries get a foothold in the market

Can creativity cure depression?

One mother-daughter duo drew lessons from their pain to help others recover

World Teachers’ Day: Should generative AI be celebrated too?

Beyond giving information, great teachers are ‘experience architects’, designing growth-promoting safe spaces where everyone flourishes

Why is Dubai’s off-plan property segment proving so popular right now?

Sales of under-construction properties surged to 60% of total transactions in July 2024, a year-on-year spike of 49%

What’s on the agenda at the 'world’s most important meeting'?

At this year’s gathering of the UNGA, the official guide lists 580 events across 17 categories, with 249 focusing on AI and technology

Why I dislike the Paralympics and refused to watch the Games

Is this society’s idea of equality? Isn’t it a further example of segregation or discrimination?