Following recently released footage, the UN is to question the UAE about the fate of Princess Latifa.
The 21-year-old, who once only drove go-karts, said racing at Daytona is an "unreal" dream come true.
Dubai 'surges' health care capacity as virus cases spike
Dubai increased its healthcare capacity as coronavirus cases rose.
Four arrested as Israeli police, ultra-Orthodox Jews clash
Four people have been arrested as Israeli police and ultra-Orthodox Jews protesting coronavirus restrictions clashed in Jerusalem.
Sports in Middle East 'fastest growing in the world'
New survey by consulting company listed the trends and possibilities for the sports market in the Middle East.
Dubai shuts bars after coronavirus surge in influencer-packed hotspot
Images of sports and media celebrities at Dubai's multitude of beach club and cocktail bars flooded social media over Christmas and New Year.
Israelis secretly participate in 2021 Dakar Rally
Despite travel restrictions, a team of Israelis have entered Saudi Arabia to compete in the 2021 Dakar Rally.
Israelis 'secretly' participate in 2021 Dakar Rally
Despite travel restrictions, a team of Israelis have entered Saudi Arabia to compete in the 2021 Dakar Rally.
WHO rules out Covid herd immunity this year
Scientists at the World Health Organization warned that mass vaccinations would not bring about herd immunity to the coronavirus this year, even ...
UK vows to offer Covid-19 vaccine to all adults
The UK's Health Secretary Matt Hancock on Sunday vowed to offer the Covid-19 vaccine to all adults in the country by autumn.
Trump blocks Coronavirus pandemic relief package
Donald Trump has caused chaos in US parliament after refusing a $900 billion pandemic relief.
Saudi Arabia approves Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine
Saudi Arabia has approved the use of Pfizer's covid-19 vaccine.
Hamilton addresses F1's 'massive problem' with human rights
Bahrain is accused of exploiting F1 to "sportswash" its human rights abuses.
Saudi Arabia and Russia race to supply China's oil
Saudi Arabia and Russia have both been hit hard by the downturn in oil demand.
Close the door on your way out, Mr Trump
Comment: Trump's electoral defeat is just a single blow against the authoritarianism that he represents. Biden's work to defend democracy begins ...
China says latest coronavirus outbreak in Xinjiang appears 'contained'
Chinese officials say that new developments appears to show coronavirus infections have been curbed in Xinjiang province.
Israel says to trial Covid-19 vaccine from next month
Israel will begin its first clinical trials of a novel coronavirus vaccine next month, authorities said, as the country grapples with a second ...
WHO chief warns against 'vaccine nationalism'
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) called for global solidarity in the rollout of any future coronavirus vaccine, as the number of ...
UAE suspended from global equestrian competitions over fraud
The International Equestrian Federation banned the UAE from taking part in all equestrian competitions till the new year after an investigation ...
US seeks breakthrough on Sudan before election
The US is looking to make a timely diplomatic breakthrough with Sudan, as the Arab state seeks to be removed from America's blacklist of state ...
Greece races to shelter migrants after Lesbos camp fire
Fires on the Greek island destroyed a camp hosting more than 10,000 asylum seekers, but locals oppose the construction of new tents or camps for ...
EU urges Turkey to halt gas hunt in Mediterranean
The European Union urged Turkey to "immediately" stop exploring for gas in a disputed area of the eastern Mediterranean, as tensions rise with ...
UAE launches the Arab world's first Mars mission
The United Arab Emirates has finally launched its first Mars mission, following delays due to bad weather.
Iraqi 'experts' panned after making extraordinary coronavirus vaccine claims
Two advisors to the Iraqi government have been mocked after appearing on a television show to claim that a coronavirus vaccine will be freely ...
The United Arab Emirates have cancelled the launch for the second time this week
India and China's deadliest clash in decades could have serious geopolitical implications.