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- US expands Pax Silica consortium's AI footprintThe US expanded the Pax Silica consortium to 35 countries, aiming to secure AI technology supply chains and promote innovation through reduced regulation. The initiative includes a new project to streamline shipping of AI products and has taken regulatory actions against AI company Anthropic.
- US will keep Gulf allies informed on Iran talks, Rubio saysThe US will keep Gulf allies informed on Iran talks, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio assuring they won't be harmed, while Gulf ministers stress the need for lasting peace and preventing Iran's nuclear development. Iran continues to challenge navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US ‘will be in constant contact with Gulf states’ during talks with TehranUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged continuous communication with Gulf states during US-Iran negotiations, assuring they would not be harmed by any decisions. Gulf leaders supported the talks but emphasized maintaining unity and addressing all Iranian threats, including missile and proxy activities, while opposing any restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz.
- First look: Etihad Rail station in Abu Dhabi offers passengers a seamless travel experienceAbu Dhabi's Etihad Rail station opens with a futuristic design, integrated services, and plans for network expansion, aiming to provide a seamless travel experience and significant economic benefits.
- Apple raises MacBook and iPad prices as chip costs biteApple raised prices for several MacBooks and iPads globally as chip costs surged, with specific price increases noted in the UAE for models like the MacBook Air M5 and iPad Pro M5. The company attributed the price hikes to unprecedented demand for memory and storage driven by AI expansion.
- US Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to end TPS for Syrians
- Etihad Rail station on track to transform travel to and from Abu Dhabi
- Iraq nominates first Christian Armenian as envoy to Washington
- US companies will be 'top priority' in Iraq, new PM saysIraq's Prime Minister says US companies will be prioritized for business in Iraq as the country transitions from military to economic relations with the US, including a joint energy and development fund.
- US first-quarter GDP revised higher as consumer spending picks upUS first-quarter GDP was revised up to 2.1% annualized growth as consumer spending increased, while inflation rose to 4.1% year-over-year, the highest in over three years.
- President receives Syrian Foreign Minister in Abu DhabiPresident Sheikh Mohamed met with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani in Abu Dhabi to discuss regional developments and cooperation in various sectors.
- Biggest ships need deepest parts of Hormuz to get through, expert warnsOman introduces new evacuation corridors in the Strait of Hormuz amid mine risks and Iranian tensions, with ships facing residual attack risks and potential tolls.
- Ukraine reconstruction conference opens in Poland without ZelenskyyA Ukraine reconstruction conference in Poland began without President Zelenskyy, focusing on raising funds for security and defence, with Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko attending to secure agreements.
- While the world watches the World Cup, the UAE is winning a different global tournamentThe UAE leads global generative AI adoption, with 70.1% of its working-age population actively using it, according to a report. The UAE's rapid growth in AI usage outpaces other nations, while the global AI adoption gap between the Global North and South is widening.
- Paris and Milan fashion weeks: Biggest menswear moments at Dior, Louis Vuitton, Prada and moreParis and Milan fashion weeks showcased the spring/summer 2027 menswear collections with innovative presentations and diverse design themes.