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Take a time machine through culture to understand climate change

This past March Abu Dhabi city has witnessed its most intense rain storm in recent memory. Storms usually do not make it to Arabian cities on...

When it comes to water cooperation, where is the Middle East?

United Nations-sponsored World Water Day was celebrated this week in a series of events around the world ranging from races to speeches to demonstrations...

Shining a light on #EarthHour2016

Earth Hour is upon us. It comes every year on Saturday 19 March, as the clock strikes 8:30 PM around the globe. It's a...

It’s not the tide. It’s not the wind. It’s us.

When former US Vice President Al Gore warned about the consequences of global warming and climate change and was both applauded and condemned for his efforts,...

Neglected animals turn to cannibalism in Egyptian zoo

Things have gone terribly wrong in an Egyptian zoo where a group of baboons turned on one of their cage-mates, tearing at its legs and...

Dubai designer uses nano-tech to turn a traditional black abaya green!

A Dubai-based abaya fashion designer has come up with a way to take the traditional black cloak into the future by integrating nanotechnology into...

Sharjah wins Arab Tourism Capital award 2015

According to a recent report, Sharjah - a city named after its state, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates criteria set...

The rise of telecom companies (and entrepreneurs) in the Middle East

Anyone who has used their smartphone to make an online purchase or to make a video call knows that recent advances in telecommunications technology and...

6 best Middle Eastern cities to visit for a staycation

In these days, when jet setting around the globe is becoming less popular due to environmental concerns, it’s worth remembering there are lots of fascinating...

Israeli architects grow a “tree” to get us playing outdoors

An old pine tree in the courtyard at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem inspired architects Ifat Finkelman and Deborah Warschawski to design a modern...

Syrian refugee women take to the stage

For Syrian refugees, seeing light at the end of the tunnel is a whole lot to ask. The Syrian civil war is reaching its...

7 agricultural technologies that will save the Middle East

From vertical farming to rooftop gardening, here are 7 of the best agricultural companies and projects put in practice in the Middle East. There's no getting...

So what did COP21 in France conclude?

The Paris Conference of Parties has officially ended with 195 nations signing up to a partially legally binding program of measures for curbing climate...

Water, Wars and an Uncertain Future

As the world awaits the release of the final draft agreement emerging from the COP21 climate talks - expected this morning -  longtime expert...

Climate change disasters doubled – eating up world’s food security

Droughts, floods, storms and other disasters triggered by climate change have risen in frequency and severity over the last three decades, increasing the damage...

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The Hidden Components Powering the Renewable Energy Revolution

A rooftop solar system looks simple: panels, an inverter, a battery and a few cables. But beneath that simplicity lies a bill of materials thousands of lines long, where tiny current sensors, magnetic cores, gate drivers, capacitors and connectors quietly determine efficiency, safety and lifespan. These overlooked components—not the solar panels themselves—are why today's residential solar systems are smaller, smarter and far more reliable than those of a decade ago.

Teen Farmerettes were Canada’s answer to Victory Gardens during wartime food shortages

It is a wake-up call to teen girls on TikTok planning their next Coachella outfit or trip to Sephora: During the Second World War, thousands of young men left family farms to enlist, but the crops still needed planting and harvesting. Ontario's government answered by recruiting high school girls, from ages 16 to 18, to spend parts of spring, summer and fall to fill in for the labor shortage. 

The Early Believers: Investors Who Backed SpaceX Long Before Its Record IPO

SpaceX’s 2026 IPO didn’t just mint billionaires—it revealed the many forms of conviction behind one of the most doubted bets in venture history.

From eco city experiment to global clean energy giant: How Masdar became the UAE’s renewable energy powerhouse

Masdar began as an ambitious eco city in the Abu Dhabi desert. Two decades later, it has become one of the world's largest renewable energy developers, financing billions of dollars in solar, wind and battery storage projects across the globe.

Is the manosphere selling a testosterone crisis? Pentagon’s new “Low T” policy sparks debate

The Pentagon's decision to introduce annual testosterone testing for U.S. military personnel over 30 has sparked debate among doctors and public health experts. Researchers warn that social media influencers are turning normal signs of ageing into a "Low T" crisis, encouraging unnecessary hormone testing and supplementation while blurring the line between evidence-based medicine and marketing.

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The Hidden Components Powering the Renewable Energy Revolution

A rooftop solar system looks simple: panels, an inverter, a battery and a few cables. But beneath that simplicity lies a bill of materials thousands of lines long, where tiny current sensors, magnetic cores, gate drivers, capacitors and connectors quietly determine efficiency, safety and lifespan. These overlooked components—not the solar panels themselves—are why today's residential solar systems are smaller, smarter and far more reliable than those of a decade ago.

Teen Farmerettes were Canada’s answer to Victory Gardens during wartime food shortages

It is a wake-up call to teen girls on TikTok planning their next Coachella outfit or trip to Sephora: During the Second World War, thousands of young men left family farms to enlist, but the crops still needed planting and harvesting. Ontario's government answered by recruiting high school girls, from ages 16 to 18, to spend parts of spring, summer and fall to fill in for the labor shortage. 

The Early Believers: Investors Who Backed SpaceX Long Before Its Record IPO

SpaceX’s 2026 IPO didn’t just mint billionaires—it revealed the many forms of conviction behind one of the most doubted bets in venture history.

From eco city experiment to global clean energy giant: How Masdar became the UAE’s renewable energy powerhouse

Masdar began as an ambitious eco city in the Abu Dhabi desert. Two decades later, it has become one of the world's largest renewable energy developers, financing billions of dollars in solar, wind and battery storage projects across the globe.

Is the manosphere selling a testosterone crisis? Pentagon’s new “Low T” policy sparks debate

The Pentagon's decision to introduce annual testosterone testing for U.S. military personnel over 30 has sparked debate among doctors and public health experts. Researchers warn that social media influencers are turning normal signs of ageing into a "Low T" crisis, encouraging unnecessary hormone testing and supplementation while blurring the line between evidence-based medicine and marketing.

Inside the Private Terminal Experience: The Luxury, Privacy, and Efficiency Behind Every Private Jet Flight | Hera Flight

Explore the complete private terminal experience in business aviation. Learn how FBOs provide VIP service, privacy, luxury lounges, expedited boarding, enhanced security, and seamless travel for private jet passengers.

One of the World’s Biggest Candy Companies Became a Leader in Cocoa Science

Most people know Mars for M&M's and Snickers. Few realize the company has spent four decades researching cocoa flavanols and sustainable cocoa science. After six days testing CocoaVia with pioneers of Toronto's raw food movement, Green Prophet explores the surprising story behind one of the world's most researched cocoa supplements.

Sustainable Manufacturing Frameworks Reducing Waste in Heavy Industry

Hydraulic systems are at the heart of heavy manufacturing, but poor maintenance can lead to fluid leaks, downtime, and unnecessary waste. By focusing on preventive maintenance, fluid monitoring, filtration, and early leak detection, industrial facilities can improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and strengthen sustainable manufacturing without major capital investments.
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