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A child looks on during prayers for Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes, at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. Reuters

Gaza's sole survivors: Children face lives of tragedy and trauma

Pope Francis (R), sitting next to Cardinal Sean O'Malley, archbishop of Boston (C), addressing members of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors during a private audience in Vatican City, in April 2022. EPA

CommentThe Catholic Church remains divided, but there is hope

An empty Caja Magica tennis complex during the Madrid Open on Monday after a power outage across the country. Reuters

How Madrid Open survived Spain's power outage

The aftermath of an Israeli airstrike in southern Beirut on Sunday. Images of enormous explosions, twisted metal and burning vehicles do little for a country that is working hard to get back on its feet. EPA

EditorialIsrael and Hezbollah are undermining Lebanon's new start

Since his inauguration on January 20, US President Donald Trump has signed more than 130 executive orders, imposed sweeping tariffs and gutted USAID programmes.

Data explainedTrump's first 100 days in 10 charts

A F/A-18 Super Hornet on the flight deck of the USS Harry S Truman. Reuters

US Navy drops $70m fighter jet into Red Sea

Cristiano Ronaldo and Jhon Duran form part of Al Nassr's big money strikeforce. Reuters

How Saudi spending has tilted AFC Champions League from East to West

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has a commanding majority in Parliament for the next few years. AFP

CommentStarmer should ignore the sagging poll numbers

UN accuses Sudan’s warring parties of atrocities against civilians

Displaced people ride an animal-drawn cart, following attacks by the Rapid Support Forces on Zamzam displacement camp, in North Darfur. Reuters

UN accuses Sudan’s warring parties of atrocities against civilians

UAE official says report debunks Sudan army's false accusations against the Emirates

A traditional birth attendant assists a pregnant woman at her home in southern Malawi. AP

UAE pledges $125m in drive to prevent 300,000 childbirth deaths in Africa

The Beginnings Fund will provide vital investment in health care to bolster survival rates

Trump Organisation open to crypto payments for Dubai tower sales

Customs back to normal after Iran port explosion

Palestinians collect donated food from a distribution centre in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, on Tuesday as stocks run low amid an Israeli blockade on aid. AP

Gaza truce talks stumble in face of Israeli demands

ICJ hears Israel has turned Gaza into 'pile of rubble'

Special reportTrump's first 100 days: America first and a new era for the world

Pakistani Khalida Hanif, right, and her Indian children display their passports on their return over the Attari-Wagah border. AP

Pakistan army shoots down Indian spy drone in Kashmir

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The 11-metre statue of Ramesses II is made of red granite and weighs 83 tonnes. Photo: Art Cairo

Grand Egyptian Museum: Six things to look forward to when doors open

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi celebrates after becoming the youngest player to score an IPL century. Reuters

IPL 2025: 'Rise of a phenom' - India greats hail teen sensation Suryavanshi

Former Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani at the GEMS Wellington Academy in Silicon Oasis, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

ExclusiveNani: Amorim is the right coach but needs time to adapt to Premier League

Britain's Tyson Fury at the weigh-in ahead of his December defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. AP

Is Tyson Fury making a comeback and will he fight Anthony Joshua on Netflix?

The world’s lightest chair is Oskar Zieta’s 1.7kg Ultraleggera. Photo: Zieta Studio

How lightness became the ultimate status symbol

Lamine Yamal celebrates Barcelona's second goal in the 3-2 Copa del Rey final win over Real Madrid. Getty Images

Yamal emerges from Messi's shadow as Barcelona stand on the brink of greatness

Displaced Palestinians inspect damage to the Yaffa School following an Israeli air strike east of Gaza city on April 23. EPA

'Trump effect' is catastrophe for billions, Amnesty International says

The three large pyramids of Menkaure, left, Khafre, centre, and Khufu are among the prime tourist attractions in Giza. Getty Images

Pyramids of Giza tourist experience to be revamped in $51 million project

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Israeli security chief to step down after drawn-out battle with Netanyahu

Ronen Bar will step down on June 15, after facing political pressure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

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Trump Tower Dubai to accept crypto payments, Eric Trump says

Trump Tower Dubai to accept crypto payments, Eric Trump says

Power restored and tennis resumes after blackout at Mutua Madrid Open

Power restored and tennis resumes after blackout at Mutua Madrid Open

Travel industry bets big on social media amid intense competition for visitors

Travel industry bets big on social media amid intense competition for visitors

Classic cars touring downtown Cairo help promote tourism and heritage

Classic cars touring downtown Cairo help promote tourism and heritage

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David Miliband says the lessons of Syria's civil war must lead to aid being directed away from government control. Matt Kynaston / The National

IRC chief calls for international aid overhaul after learning Syria lessons

IRC chief highlights Assad rule as example of how foreign aid can fail to reach those most in need

LatestIsrael releases medic detained since deadly ambulance attack in Gaza

Amazon had been accused of 'a hostile and political act' by the White House. Reuters

White House slams Amazon for 'hostile' display of tariff prices

Yale accused of ignoring doxing of pro-Palestine protesters

Luxury boats in Malta's Grand Harbour. The country had insisted it was correct in its interpretation of EU treaties with its citizenship scheme. Getty Images

Malta's 'golden passport' scheme killed off by EU court

Trump to mark 100 days in office at Michigan rally

French parliament holds minute's silence for Muslim worshipper killed in mosque

At least 12 killed in militant attack on Druze suburb of Damascus

Former Syrian rebel spokesman on trial in Paris for war crimes

Aldar Properties says The Wilds in Dubai will feature the largest and most diverse collection of wildlife within a residential community in the emirate. Photo: Aldar

Aldar Properties views weaker dollar as an opportunity to boost overseas sales

Axie Infinity investor Animoca plans funds for UAE start-ups

Egypt expects tourism surge as Grand Egyptian Museum opens

Culture

Culture Summit Abu Dhabi: Talks on placing humanity at the heart of AI

Lebanon highlights Israeli invasion's environmental damage at Venice Biennale

Thomas Lelu spray-paints phrases on to canvases to capture 'the spirit of a protest'. Photo: Zidoun-Bossuyt Gallery

French artist Lelu on using social media to help his art send a message

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