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A person in all black walks past a logo at the media center ahead of the COP28 U.N. Climate Summit.

Confidence in UN climate talks at a low point ahead of COP28 in Dubai

Optimism soared after the Paris Agreement was established in 2015. But progress at UN climate talks since then has been incremental at best.

Confidence in UN climate talks at a low point ahead of COP28 in Dubai
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Dubai tests self-driving pods in drive to become 'smart city'

Dubai tests self-driving pods in drive to become 'smart city'
Shaheen Pasha

As a woman in media, sexual harassment was the norm. I was told to keep it to myself.

As a woman in media, sexual harassment was the norm. I was told to keep it to myself.
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Autistic kids star in a new play — and documentary — from the United Arab Emirates

Autistic kids star in a new play — and documentary — from the United Arab Emirates

Qatar's neighbors are pressuring the small Gulf country to fall in line

Qatar's neighbors are pressuring the small Gulf country to fall in line

A late bell, silent prayers and the world's largest fireworks show greet the new year

Dubai went for the fireworks record while the Japanese chose to take time to reflect. Meanwhile, for New Year's, New York is getting a new mayor.

A late bell, silent prayers and the world's largest fireworks show greet the new year

Iran and US agree, but on what exactly we're not sure

The news over the weekend was of an agreement between leaders of six world powers and Iran over that country's nuclear program — but what the agreement really says isn't really, well, agreed. Still, there was no shortage of strong feelings about the deal. Plus, a Canadian town has developed a system for dealing with polar bear visits to town. That and more, in today's Global Scan.

Iran and US agree, but on what exactly we're not sure
Earthquake in Pakistan

Pakistan government asks separatist militant groups to stop fighting so they can get help to survivors of earthquake

It’s hard enough getting aid to survivors in an earthquake, but in a conflict zone, it becomes even harder. That has been the case in Pakistan, where according to a spokesman for Balochistan regional government, attacks by separatists have hampered rescue efforts.

Pakistan government asks separatist militant groups to stop fighting so they can get help to survivors of earthquake

One Year Later, Undocumented Youth Program a Success

One Year Later, Undocumented Youth Program a Success

Horse doping scandal rocks Dubai’s racing empire

Dubai has become renowned for its thoroughbred breeding prowess. But that prowess was challenged recently when an investigation discovered steroid use among 11 horses that are owned by Dubai ruler and United Arab Emirates prime minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Horse doping scandal rocks Dubai’s racing empire

Horse Doping Scandal Rocks Dubai's Racing Empire

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the ruler of Dubai and the Prime Minister of the UAE. He's also one of the most powerful figures in global horse racing. But a doping scandal involving horses at his stable in the UK has rocked the sport.

Horse Doping Scandal Rocks Dubai's Racing Empire

Journalist Mai El Shoush Creates Arab Comic Book Heroine, Rayann Lawsonia

A Sudan-born reporter saw the need for a modern, intelligent, female heroine and has come out with a new super heroine, Rayann Lawsonia.

Journalist Mai El Shoush Creates Arab Comic Book Heroine, Rayann Lawsonia

United Arab Emirates makes Missouri town beneficiary of expanded endeavor on foreign aid

The United Arab Emirates has embarked on a campaign to expand its global presence as a leader in foreign aid. In the latest effort, the UAE has made a major investment in Joplin, Mo., which was devastated in 2011 by a tornado.

United Arab Emirates makes Missouri town beneficiary of expanded endeavor on foreign aid

How Would John O. Brennan Change the CIA?

How Would John O. Brennan Change the CIA?

Investigating the Underground Trade of Human Trafficking

Investigating the Underground Trade of Human Trafficking