Ayaan Mendon has already conquered Mount Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Elbrus and Mount Kosciuszko. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Young Dubai climber on scaling the world's highest peaks

Aged 11, Ayaan Mendon will climb a 7,000m mountain as part of his quest to ascend the world’s tallest summits

UAE

US restaurant reliant on imports from China faces new tariff uncertainty

US

From Ramadan tents to healthy meals: UAE's helping hand lifts spirits

UAE

Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi welcomes four million visitors in two years

UAE

'Defining moment': UAE test-launches first hybrid rocket

UAE

BNP wins landmark Bangladesh election with a decisive two-thirds majority

Asia

Fake UAE domestic worker recruiters face social media clampdown

UAE
A woman casts her vote at a polling station in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Reuters

Bangladesh votes with hope in landmark election

First poll since 2024 protests ousted long-time leader Sheikh Hasina

Asia

Golden oldie: Athlete, 91, wins hearts, minds and medals in Abu Dhabi

UAE

At least 31 killed in Islamabad mosque blast

Asia

MS will not hold me back, say athletes readying for Open Masters Games

UAE

One rider per e-scooter: Dubai’s RTA warning amid new connectivity plans

UAE

India unveils growth-driven budget with record infrastructure outlay

Economy

Emirati athletes take UAE to first world para badminton games

News
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has announced greater connectivity between communities for e-scooter riders and cyclists, reminding riders of their responsibility for safety. Chris Whiteoak / The National

One rider per e-scooter: Dubai’s RTA warning amid new connectivity plans

New projects will increase e-scooter and bicycle use as transport authority specifies rules to promote safety

UAE

India unveils growth-driven budget with record infrastructure outlay

Economy

Emirati athletes take UAE to first world para badminton games

News

India and EU finalise ⁠'mother of all trade deals'

Economy

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