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Beyond the Headlines: The role social media is playing in the Israel-Gaza war
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- Beyond the Headlines: The role social media is playing in the Israel-Gaza war
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Social media has redefined the way people are experiencing the war in Gaza, with citizens and regular users alike playing a crucial role in sharing minute-by-minute updates from the region.
Israel's continuous bombardment of Gaza for six months since the October 7 attack by Hamas has propelled activists to the forefront, utilising social media to shed light on the harrowing realities of the suffering.
Recent developments such as Instagram's restriction on political content, which has not yet been implemented in some parts of the Middle East, and algorithms prioritising specific content for public safety, have sparked concerns about stifling news organisations that provide round-the-clock coverage.
In this week’s Beyond The Headlines, Thoraya Abdullahi looks at the role of social media in the current conflict, speaking to digital consultant at Financial Times Strategies Ben Whitelaw and social media influencer Rahma Zein.
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- A Closer Look: Vital climate meetings are being cancelled - but why?
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- The UN body responsible for organising regional events to discuss climate change has said that, this year, they will not go ahead.
Usually, four meetings are hosted around the world for countries to attend and address issues and concerns regarding global warming. They occur ahead of the annual Conference of Parties, also known as Cop, and are vital for smaller nations most at risk from the effects of climate change to put forward their most pressing concerns.
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- Nato celebrates 75th anniversary
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Nato foreign ministers celebrated with cake and marching bands
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- Palestinians tell of chronic lack of food in Gaza this Ramadan
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Our poignant video report highlights perseverance of Palestinians in feeding their families throughout holy month in war zone
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- Charity boss Jose Andres says Israel targeted staff in Gaza
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
- Description
- World Central Kitchen staff were killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza
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- Culture Bites: The impact of Ramy Youssef’s call for a free Palestine on SNL
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- In this week’s episode of the Culture Bites podcast, hosts Farah Andrews and Maan Jalal start with a recap of the prestigious Dubai World Cup, held at Meydan Racecourse last week, chatting about the glamour and fashion highlights of one of Dubai's biggest showcases.
The hosts turn their attention to Beyonce’s new album, Cowboy Carter, and discuss their favourite tracks on it as the artist ventures into country music.
Farah and Maan then talk about Egyptian-American actor Ramy Youssef's groundbreaking appearance on Saturday Night Live, with an opening monologue that included anecdotes about Ramadan and moments of sincerity to use the platform to express solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
Finally, with Eid celebrations around the corner, the hosts share their plans and traditions for the holiday, with Maan teaching Farah the different ways to say “Eid Mubarak” in Arabic and recommending places to visit and suggests ideas for gifts to bring when seeing family....
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- Active duty US airman begins hunger strike outside White House in support of Gaza
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Larry Hebert left his base in Spain to begin the demonstration, inspired by the self-immolation of fellow airman Aaron Bushnell.
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- At least six children killed as lorry hits group of school pupils in southern Iraq
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al Sudani orders investigation into fatal incident
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- Netanyahu says Israeli strike that killed aid workers was 'unintentional'
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- PM says Israel is co-ordinating with governments to prevent repeat of such incidents, after killing of World Central Kitchen workers
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- Ukraine strikes drone factory deep inside Russian territory
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Attack wreaks damage in Tatarstan, 1,300km from border.
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- Israeli air strike hits Iranian consulate in Syria
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Six people were reportedly killed in the attack while the building was badly damaged.
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- Drone strikes Israeli port city of Eilat
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Iran-backed Iraqi militias claimed first successful attack on city since start of war in Gaza.
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- Moment Gulf Air plane struggles to land in stormy weather
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Aircraft is seen tilting heavily to the right on approach to London Heathrow Airport.
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- Israel ends raid on Al Shifa leaving hospital in ruins
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- At least 200 Palestinians killed in two-week military operation at Gaza city medical complex
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- Erdogan accepts Turkey local elections defeat
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- Turkish president says his party will introspect on the electoral setbacks in Ankara and Istanbul
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- Egypt's Marwan El Kamash on doing whatever it takes to fulfil his Olympic dream
- Date posted
- 18 days ago
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- In the sixth episode of the Abtal podcast, host Reem Abulleil is joined by Egyptian distance swimmer Marwan El Kamash, who is getting ready to compete in his third Olympic Games this summer.
Since he moved to the United States more than 12 years ago to study and swim at the University of South Carolina, El Kamash has gone to extreme lengths to not only sustain, but consistently develop his career as a swimmer.
During the conversation, he talks about how he went from being a young teen in Alexandria who hated swimming, to becoming one of the best distance swimmers in the world with an immense passion for his sport that has taken him across the globe.
He also talks about his dream to make history for his country by becoming the first Egyptian to secure a place in an Olympic swimming final.
You can listen to the full conversations on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcasting platforms, or watch the full interviews on The National News YouTube channel.
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- Gaza dentist opens clinic in tent
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Dr Najdat Saqr's private clinic was damaged in Israeli air strikes
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- Jordanians protest at Israeli embassy in support of Gaza
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- People in Amman have been demonstrating for almost a week against Israeli offensive in the Palestinian enclave
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- Work begins to clear wreckage of collapsed Baltimore bridge
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Crane arrives at Francis Scott Key Bridge after a cargo ship hit it, killing six construction workers.
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- Footage appears to show moment Israel bombed Aleppo
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- Dozens of Syrian soldiers and Hezbollah fighter killed in strikes in north-western Syria province.
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- Beyond the Headlines: The significance of UN resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire
- Date posted
- 21 days ago
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- This week, the UN Security Council passed a resolution – for the first time since the Israel-Gaza war began in October – demanding an immediate ceasefire during Ramadan.
Hours later, more than 50 people were killed by Israeli air strikes on the Palestinian enclave, bringing the death toll to more than 32,000 people – over 80 per cent of them women and children.
Washington's criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza has grown sharper recently. The US abstained from Monday's Security Council vote, allowing it to pass. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cancelled a planned trip to the US capital.
So, what is the significance of this UN resolution? How binding is it? Who can make sure it takes effect? And is this a pivotal moment in the war, as it approaches its seventh month?
In this week’s Beyond the Headlines, host Nada AlTaher considers all of this as she speaks to Gerald Feierstein, a former US ambassador to Yemen who also served as a ...
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- Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Former billionaire was found guilty of stealing $8 billion from customers of FTX.
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- Open iftar held at London's historic Guildhall
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- More than 500 Muslims broke fast at the venue, where royalty and state visitors have been entertained over the centuries.
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- A Closer Look: What next after Gaza ceasefire resolution passed?
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- The UN Security Council has passed a resolution this week that demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire that is to be “respected by all parties leading to a lasting, sustainable ceasefire”.
The E10-crafted resolution passed during the third week of Ramadan with 14 votes in favour and one abstention from the US.
This is the first time the council has passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war.
But what does this mean for the people living in Gaza, and how does it leave Israel looking on the world stage?
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- Business Extra: Ramadan Edition - How technology helps Muslims observe Ramadan
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- In today's fast-paced world, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, and religious rituals are no different.
During Ramadan, Muslims around the world increase their engagement with faith through fasting, performing prayers at mosques and reading the Quran.
From checking iftar, suhoor and daily prayer timings to recitations and remembrances, Muslims now depend on many apps to assist them with their rituals and worship.
In this episode of Business Extra, host Cody Combs delves into the intersection of technology and spirituality, and explores how Muslims are using apps to enrich their Ramadan experience.
He interviews Nafees Khundker, the group managing director of Bitsmedia, which owns Muslim Pro app and Muslim streaming service Qalbox, with more than 2.1 million downloads in the UAE and 150 million downloads worldwide.
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- Culture Bites: Why we should all make time to watch Lindsay Lohan's Irish Wish
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- In this week’s episode of the Culture Bites podcast, hosts Enas Refaei and Farah Andrews talk about theme parks, Lindsay Lohan's new film Irish Wish, the much-anticipated return of Jacqueline Wilson's Girls in Love book series and the pressure social media can put on mental health.
After the news that the first Dragon Ball theme park will be built in Saudi Arabia, and will feature locations from the original Japanese anime TV series created in 1984, the hosts chat about other pop culture-themed parks in the region and Enas shares her impression of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, which she recently visited for the first time.
The hosts then talk about the news that English novelist Wilson is set to revive her Girls in Love book series.
The popular collection of books originally revolved around the lives of three teenage girls, but will be updated and set in the present day, checking in with the main characters, now in their forties.
They then discuss Selena Gomez’s ...
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- Solar-powered device makes water from air in Abu Dhabi
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- It can produce 50 litres of water per day
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- Traffic builds at Port of Baltimore after bridge collapse
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- The US city is a centre for transporting vehicles, coal and farm equipment
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- Iraqis recount years of conflict after US-led invasion
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- its war-weary people recount their memories of the war and the ensuing violent turmoil
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- Netanyahu slams 'very bad' US decision at UN Security Council
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Israeli Prime Minster says he wants Hamas to know that international pressure will not stop military campaign in Gaza
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- UN expert says Israel has committed genocide in Gaza
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Francesca Albanese called on countries to immediately impose sanctions and an arms embargo.
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- Witnesses heard loud boom before ship struck bridge in Baltimore
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed instantly, sending cars and people into the river below.
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- Moment van smashes into car parked on motorway in Abu Dhabi
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Authorities released footage, urging drivers to park their cars safely in the event of a breakdown or minor crash and call the police for help.
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- The National boards an aircraft dropping aid over Gaza
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- The kingdom continues to deliver relief supplies to northern Gaza, where Israel has prevented aid lorries from reaching a starving population
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- Baltimore bridge collapses after ship collision
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Francis Scott Key Bridge lies on Maryland's Interstate 695, which encircles Baltimore.
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- Israel cancels meetings in Washington after UN Gaza ceasefire resolution is passed
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- US did not veto resolution, which Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu called harmful to his country.
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- Palestinian ambassador to UN lauds 'historic day' as Gaza ceasefire resolution passes
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- Riyad Mansour stressed that Israel must abide by the ruling or be in conflict with the UN charter.
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- A tent made out of tin cans houses new refugees in Gaza
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- The tent was made out of 4,000 food aid cans
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- UN Security Council holds minute of silence after terrorist attack in Moscow
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- The attack on a concert hall in the Russian capital was the deadliest on Russian territory in two decades.
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- UN Security Council passes the first ceasefire resolution in Gaza
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- 14 countries voted in favour and the US abstained
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- Year of Elections: Why Turkey’s municipal vote will direct the country’s political future
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- Turks will head to polls for the municipal elections that will take place on Sunday, March 31 in a vote that will direct the country’s political direction.
Less than a year ago, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan won a third term in office until 2028. It will likely be his last, unless he pursues a constitutional reform to allow him to run for another term.
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and the largest opposition party Republican People’s Party (CHP) present two very different visions for Turkey: the former's vision is one that continues to reshape the republic in Mr Erdogan’s image – more conservative, more nationalist and with a greater role for religion in public life. The latter presents an alternative aiming to reshape the republic into something the opposition says is closer to what its founder envisioned: more secular and cosmopolitan.
In this episode of the Year of Elections podcast series, we delve into the up...
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- Power couple Ziad El Sissy and Nouran Gohar on shared dreams and championship mindset
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- Abtal podcast series is back after a short break with a new line-up of inspiring Arab athletes and compelling conversations.
In the fifth episode, host Reem Abulleil is joined by two athletes this time, Egypt’s first medallist at a Fencing World Championship Ziad El Sissy and his wife, squash superstar Nouran Gohar.
A bronze medallist at the World Championships and a Mediterranean Games champion, El Sissy has carved a path for himself in sabre fencing that has taken him from Alexandria to Detroit, Dallas to New York, and to his current residence in Connecticut, where he shares a home with Gohar.
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- US Vice President warns major Israeli military operation in Rafah would be ‘huge mistake’
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- About 1.5 million Palestinians are sheltering from the war in southern Gazan city
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- Protesters clash with police near Israeli embassy in Amman
- Date posted
- 25 days ago
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- Security officials used tear gas to disperse the crowd
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- US draft Security Council resolution for Gaza ceasefire 'falls short'
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
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- Russia and China vetoed a US-drafted Security Council resolution
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- Princess of Wales reveals she is being treated for cancer
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
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- British royal undergoing chemotherapy, updating public after speculation about her health.
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- Gunmen open fire at Moscow concert hall
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Several people are reported to have been killed in the attack.
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- Netanyahu vows to go into Rafah without US support
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- The Israeli Prime Minister's comments came during US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to the region.
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- Gaza ceasefire proposal vetoed by Russia and China in UN Security Council
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
- Description
- Algeria joined the two permanent members in voting against the US-backed resolution.
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- The National reports from the operations centre in Cyprus as an aid ship prepares to leave for Gaza
- Date posted
- 28 days ago
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- Only one aid boat has so far left for the Palestinian enclave