The FIFA Arab Cup reaches its decisive moment with a final that perfectly reflects the tournament’s growth and ambition. Morocco and Jordan have emerged as the two most consistent and compelling teams ...

The 2025 edition of World Arabic Language Day explores how innovation and inclusion can shape the future of the Arabic language. Under the theme “Innovative Pathways for Arabic: Policies and Practices ...

Arabic, spoken by over 450 million people and holding official status in nearly 25 countries, is a global language with immense cultural significance. Yet, only 3% of online content is available in ...

The week's most popular Arabic artists across all genres based on streaming activity from more than 200 territories around the world- including the MENA region as tracked by Luminate. The ranking is ...

The week’s most popular Arabic songs across the globe based on streaming activity from more than 200 territories around the world- including the MENA region as tracked by Luminate. The ranking is ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

For the UAE, the spotlight falls on Hamad Al Meqbaali. With veteran goalkeeper Khalid Eisa sidelined, the 22-year-old Shabab Al Ahli shot-stopper has risen to the occasion. He was instrumental in the ...

Why do 250 million Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7? Orthodox and Coptic Christians don’t believe Jesus was born on a different day; they just use a different calendar. Published On 7 Jan ...

The UAE and Saudi have been allies in the war against the Houthis, but infighting between the rival factions they support has caused a rift between them. BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines ...

UAE to withdraw ‘counterterrorism’ units from Yemen after Saudi-led strike The UAE says it’s withdrawing all ‘counterterrorism’ units from Yemen after a Saudi-led coalition launched air strikes.

It's been another vibrant year for Arabic music, with a steady run of 2025 releases spanning pop, hip-hop, indie and electronic tracks across the region, from Morocco and Egypt to Lebanon, Palestine ...