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UAE economy highly resilient, ambassador to US says after Trump discusses possible currency swap
1+ week, 2+ day ago (505+ words) Yousef Al Otaiba, the UAE's ambassador to the US and Minister of State, has described the country as one of the world's most resilient economies, after US President Donald Trump said a currency swap was under consideration. The Wall Street…...
UAE financial sector can weather impact of Iran war, executives say
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (927+ words) The banking sector in the UAE is "strong" and can sustain the impact of the Iran war and the implications of a subsequent high interest rate regime amid the conflict, a senior bank executive has said. There has been "no…...
Emirati psychologist explains children's resilience
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (113+ words) Best of The National "We will continue to defend our nation," says Dr Sultan Al Jaber EU envoy to Gulf calls on Iran to stop 'unacceptable and unjustified' attacks The Iran crisis, threat to Gulf states and UAE's air defences…...
Why Elie Saab's autumn/winter 2026 show is a masterclass in resilience
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (775+ words) Elie Saab knows a thing or two about resilience. In a country forced to endure one crisis after another, it is remarkable how the famed designer continues to deliver one incredible collection after another. With destruction mounting in Lebanon, one…...
Is veganism disappearing in the UAE?
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (1261+ words) On January 18, after almost a decade, beloved vegetarian restaurant Moreish will close its doors in Mankhool, Dubai. This follows a slow but growing trend, as dedicated plant-based eateries close and vegan options are removed from menus across the UAE. After…...
Replace New Year's resolutions with global philosophies, from Japanese ikigai to Indian santosha
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (1734+ words) Setting goals is a popular way to start the new year, although resolutions often fail in a few months. For those wanting to make longer-term changes, inspiration can also be found in life philosophies popular in different countries and cultures....