Podcasts about Abu Dhabi

Federico analiza con Luis Herrero y Bieito Rubido la situación del rey emérito y su posible vuelta a España.

Hailey Baptiste is 24 years old and the world #42. Fresh off of a month in Australia followed by making her first semi in Abu Dhabi, she joined me from her apartment in Delray Beach, just days before she is to leave for Palm Desert. We ran thru the 5 set format with big time swagger. We discussed her surprise dismissal of her coach, the quality of her tennis to start the season, and then hit all of the hot button topics of the day- the difficulty of the schedule, the Destiny Aiava retirement memo, and the return of the Williams sisters to name a few. Hailey was extremely forthcoming and painted a fascinating picture of what her life is like on tour. Recorded 2.24 Released 2.26The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by The Golden Ticket Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Feb 2025. Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) is preparing to enter the Abu Dhabi market through the Bolt e-hailing app. CEO Mansoor Alfalasi joins us to discuss the expansion and the company’s full-year results. Plus, with Ramadan and the weather on side, we ask whether there’s still strong demand for Ramadan tents. And the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships is expanding its stadium capacity, we hear from Ramesh Cidambi on the strategy behind the move.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Confira no Jornal da Record News desta terça-feira (24): Lula se reúne com presidente dos Emirados Árabes em Abu Dhabi. Grande São Paulo tem dois feminicídios em menos de 24 horas. E mais: idosa morre afogada e 600 pessoas ficam desalojadas no Rio de Janeiro.

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Supreme Court rules Trump's tariffs illegal — but will the $130B already collected ever be refunded? GDP slowing, inflation rising, and the CBO's new deficit numbers are grim Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund bought the Bitcoin dip while Goldman's CEO admitted he got it wrong Ledn closes the first-ever investment-grade Bitcoin-backed deal on Wall Street — zero losses through the crash --- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. My followers get .25% off their first loan. Learn more at www.ledn.io/natalie  ---- Order my new intro to Bitcoin book "Bitcoin is For Everyone": https://amzn.to/3WzFzfU  ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com  ---- References mentioned in the episode: Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs in 6–3 Ruling Supreme Court Opinion: Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump Bessent Says Tariff Revenue to Be "Virtually Unchanged" in 2026 What Happens to Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Ruling Trump Increases Global Tariff from 10% to 15% After Ruling Trump Increases Global Tariff to 15%, Invoking Section 122 Trump Lost on Tariffs, But American Trade Will Never Be the Same Brad Setser's X Thread on Trump's Tariffs and Court Ruling U.S. GDP Rose at Slower-Than-Forecast Pace of 1.4% Last Quarter U.S. Economic Growth Slows Sharply in the Fourth Quarter US PCE Inflation Rises Above Expectations in December CBO Boosts U.S. Deficit Forecast by $1.4 Trillion on Trump Policies CBO Projects U.S. Debt Will Reach New Record by 2030 CBO: The Budget and Economic Outlook: 2026 to 2036 WSJ: Why the Federal Deficit Is Set to Balloon U.S. Budget Hole Set to Deepen Under New CBO Projections Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Increases Bitcoin ETF Position in Q4 Goldman Sachs CEO, Long a Skeptic, Says He Owns BTC Ledn Closes First-Ever Investment-Grade Rated BTC-Backed ABS Ledn Sells $188 Million in Bitcoin-Backed Bonds in ABS Market First ---- Upcoming Events: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Speed App coinstories@speed.app  Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

Mike Huckabee's reference to borders stretching “from the Euphrates to the Nile” has sparked a diplomatic firestorm across the Middle East.Even governments that normalized relations with Israel — including the UAE — publicly condemned the remarks. Why did this rhetoric hit such a nerve? And is it really new, or just unusually blunt?At the same time, tensions between Israel and Saudi Arabia are rising, fractures between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi are deepening, and the risk of a U.S.–Iran war looms in the background, a conflict that could drag Gulf states into a confrontation they don't control.What does this moment reveal about the future of normalization, regional alliances, and the possibility of a wider war?Rania Khalek was joined by Giorgio Cafiero on Dispatches to break it all down.

In this episode of Next in Media, Mike Shields sits down with Leanne Perice, founder and CEO of Made by All, one of the creator economy's most distinctive talent management firms. Leanne shares how she built the company from the ground up over nine years, starting with a single $1,000 deal in 2014 and growing it into a global powerhouse that doubles revenue year over year. She explains how her early career at a celebrity endorsement agency gave her the blueprint for what great talent management looks like, and how she applied those lessons to an entirely new generation of digital creators. From signing Vine stars before the term 'creator economy' even existed, to opening a new office in Dubai, Leanne has built Made by All on the belief that creators deserve the same strategic investment as Hollywood's biggest names. Leanne also introduces her framework DASI (Distribution, Attention, Storytelling, and Impact) to explain what creators truly offer brands, and why so many marketers are still only tapping into the first letter. She opens up about the CMO turnover crisis slowing momentum in the creator space, why she launched Made by Us as a social storytelling studio, and why she believes YouTube's long-form monetization is the best opportunity in the market right now. She also gives her take on platforms like YouTube and TikTok brokering brand deals directly, the collision of Hollywood and Silicon Valley financial models, and what brands still get wrong about building a presence on social media. This episode is a must-listen for anyone at the intersection of media, marketing, and the creator economy.   Key Highlights

Một vòng đàm phán khác nhằm chấm dứt chiến tranh ở Ukraine có thể được tổ chức vào cuối tuần này. Ukraine, Nga và Hoa Kỳ đã tổ chức một số vòng đàm phán tại Abu Dhabi và Geneva khi Washington tìm cách chấm dứt chiến tranh kể từ cuộc xâm lược toàn diện của Moscow năm 2022.

Visit us at Network2020.org. Four years after Russia's second invasion of Ukraine and its ensuing war, new attempts are being made to end the conflict. This past January, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the three-way talks between representatives of Ukraine, Russia, and the United States in Abu Dhabi “constructive.” These recent diplomatic efforts have put new ideas on the table, from prisoner exchanges to postwar reconstruction and possible security guarantees. However, the hardest questions remain unresolved: control of key territory, how to prevent a renewed attack, and who would manage critical infrastructure like the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. In addition, the US is putting pressure on Ukraine to meet Russian demands that Kyiv surrender the entirety of Donetsk while leaving its offered security guarantees unclear in details and commitment. What is the status of the war in Ukraine? Where do things stand politically, militarily, and economically? And what would be the next steps towards a final settlement?Join us for a discussion on the current state of the war and the peace process in Ukraine, featuring Ambassador John E. Herbst, Senior Director of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center & former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, and Professor Philip Zelikow, Botha-Chan Senior Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution.Music by Sergii Pavkin from Pixabay.

Terwijl Oekraïne zijn vijfde jaar in oorlog ingaat, kan er aan het eind van deze week opnieuw een ronde gesprekken plaatsvinden die gericht zijn op het beëindigen van de oorlog in Oekraïne. Oekraïne, Rusland en de Verenigde Staten hebben eerder al gesprekken gehouden in Abu Dhabi en Genève; aangezien Washington een einde wil maken aan de oorlog sinds de Russische invasie in 2022. Maar hoe dichtbij is een echt vredesakkoord?

As Ukraine enters its fifth year of war, another round of talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine could be held at the end of this week. Ukraine, Russia and the United States have held several rounds of talks in Abu Dhabi and Geneva; as Washington seeks an end to four years of war since Moscow's 2022 full-scale invasion. But how close is a real peace deal?

México vivió uno de esos días que se sienten como una prueba de estrés del Estado y de la sociedad. El detonante fue el golpe más importante en años recientes contra el crimen organizado: la captura y muerte de Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho”, líder del Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación, en un operativo en Tapalpa, Jalisco, encabezado por fuerzas mexicanas con cooperación de inteligencia de Estados Unidos. El golpe ya ocurrió. La pregunta ahora es ¿qué hará el Estado en el llamado “Día después”? Francisco Rivas, especialista en temas de seguridad y director del Observatorio Nacional Ciudadano; Armando Vargas, coordinador del Programa de Seguridad de México Evalúa; Alberto Capella, activista, especialista en temas de seguridad; Sonia Serrano, periodista en Jalisco; Lisa Sánchez, especialista en seguridad, derechos humanos y política de drogas, directora de México Unido Contra la Delincuencia; David Saucedo consultor en programas de gobierno y especialista en seguridad pública, y Gerardo Rodriguez Sánchez Lara, profesor de la la Universidad de las Américas Puebla; analista en temas de seguridad, nos hablan al respecto. En otros temas: El ciclista mexicano, Isaac del Toro, conquistó el UAE Tour 2026 en Abu Dhabi, y se convirtió en el primer mexicano en ganar la clasificación general de una carrera del UCI WorldTour.

Avsnitt 506 av Sveriges nyfiknaste podd gästas av Andrée Jeglertz. Manchester Citys tränare talar om succén på nya jobbet, om fördelen med att jobba med Therese Sjögran, om att vara nära klubbens första ligatitel på tio år, om de makalösa förutsättningarna, om att basa för stjärnor som är stora i England, om spelmodellen som han infört, om baksidan av att City inte spelar i Europa, om kritiken som riktas mot ägarna från Abu Dhabi och om varför inga svenska spelare värvats och vilka de har koll på.Dessutom berättar Jeglertz om nyttan av sin spelarkarriär, om de fina åren i Umeå IK med stora framgångar, om lärdomarna av det tuffa året i Djurgårdens herrlag, om att skifta från att träna herr- och damlag, om varför han tackade nej till att fortsätta med Danmark, om teorin bakom varför få kvinnor är tränare på hög nivå, om att det är viktigaste är att tjejer får utbildade tränare och om oron för damallsvenskan som tappar spelare man borde kunna behålla. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Animenia Abu Dhabi 2026 brought massive immersive anime IPs such as Dandadan, Spy X Family, Bleach and Gintama, major Japanese guests, and one of the region's biggest cosplay competitions.But what was it like behind the scenes?In this episode, we share our experience hosting the cosplay judges panel, what we learned from international judges, and why this event feels like a turning point for the UAE anime community.Was this the biggest anime festival in the region yet? Let's talk about it.

This episode traces the rise of Jordanian-Emirati entrepreneur Abdallah Abu-Sheikh — from hustling at 17 under family pressure to building billion-dollar platforms before 30.We unpack his journey from renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa to launching Rizek in the UAE, scaling electric mobility with Barq, and architecting Astra Tech's ultra-platform strategy through PayBy and Botim. Instead of building apps, Abu-Sheikh built systems — communication, finance, mobility — all designed to reduce friction across daily life in MENA.Now, he's entering his most ambitious chapter yet: Mal, an AI-driven Islamic fintech platform headquartered in Abu Dhabi, backed by a $230 million seed round — one of the largest in MENA history.

Isabel Hilton and Simon Brooke join Emma Nelson to review the week's news. We hear from Alexei Korolyov in Vienna and Tyler Brûlé in Abu Dhabi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a Dragon's Den appearance being released the day before we release this podcast, we wanted our returning guest, John McClarey, on Business Fives to explain the process.Summary of PodcastKey TakeawaysDragon's Den Appearance: Business Fives will appear on Dragon's Den (Feb 19, BBC) after being scouted by producers. John McClary pitched for £50k for 5% equity to fund international expansion.Rigorous Vetting Process: The 5-month BBC vetting process was a "stress test" for the business, including deep financial due diligence and a psychological welfare check to ensure readiness for public scrutiny.Strategic Goal → Mentorship: The primary goal was mentorship from a Dragon, not just capital. The investment was earmarked for international research and a new CRM, not hiring, to protect the company's personal service USP.Podcast Release Delayed: The episode release was moved to Feb 20, 2026, to comply with a BBC embargo that prevents pre-show publicity and protects the broadcast's impact.Business Fives UpdateGrowth: Surpassed £1M revenue milestone.Operations: Delivers corporate charity sports events (football, rugby, golf) across the UK, Ireland, and Amsterdam.Charitable Impact: Raised nearly £1.4M for charity to date.Example: A winning team from Stockton (MAP Group) recently raised £3k for Butterwick Hospice, which was doubled via the Big Give campaign.Dragon's Den AppearanceOrigin: Scouted directly by a BBC producer, not via application.Pitch: £50,000 for 5% equity.Process (Feb–June): A 5-month, highly confidential vetting process.Due Diligence: Thorough financial review by the BBC to verify all claims.Psychological Welfare Check: A call with a psychologist to assess mental readiness for public exposure.Secrecy: The process was consuming, requiring John to internalize all details.Strategic Rationale for InvestmentPrimary Goal → Mentorship: To gain a strategic partner with a shared passion for the mission, not just capital.Investment Allocation:International expansion research (e.g., Australia, Abu Dhabi, US).New CRM implementation.Business Protection (Barriers to Entry):Network: A community of 5,000+ companies.Expertise: 10 years of perfected event management processes.Brand: The "As Seen on TV" status from Dragon's Den.International Expansion StrategyFranchise Model: A key option for non-English speaking markets (e.g., Hungary, Georgia).Rationale: Leverages local knowledge where the core team lacks it.Challenge: Protecting the brand and ensuring partner alignment with the mission.Vision: A "World Business Fives" tournament, modeled on FIFCO's international corporate leagues.The Next 100 Days Podcast Co-HostsGraham ArrowsmithGraham founded Finely Fettled eleven years ago to help businesses market to affluent and high-net-worth...

HEADLINES:• Gulf-Backed OpenAI Targets $850 Billion Valuation in Historic $100 Billion Funding Push • Abu Dhabi's Mubadala doubles investment in Bitcoin ETF to $630mln • Saudi's Humain invested $3 billion in xAI's Series E funding round  

This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Puja Khaitan, thoracic consultant at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Founder and Congress Chair of the Emirates International Thoracic Surgery Congress, about thoracic surgery in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:35 JANS 1, Therapy & Risk in Idiopathic Pulm Fibrosis 04:18 JANS 2, Sex-Related Treatment Effects 06:03 JANS 3, Endoscopic vs Open RAH in CABG 08:14 JANS 4, Textbook Outcome in MV Surgery 11:16 Career Center 12:08 Video 1, AMDS to FET Conversion 13:13 Video 2, Constrictive Pericarditis & Pericardiectomy 14:42 Video 3, Right Axillary Thoracotomy 16:17 Dr. Khaitan, Thoracic Surgery in the UAE 23:46 Upcoming Events 24:46 Instructional Video Competition They discussed her professional background and training, as well as the differences in cases between the UAE and United States. They also delved into research in the UAE, the state of thoracic hospitals, general surgical residency programs, and the future of fellowships in the country.   Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on a large retrospective propensity-weighted cohort study on antifibrotic therapy and lung cancer risk in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, sample size considerations to assess sex-related treatment effects, endoscopic or open radial artery harvest in coronary artery bypass surgery, and results from the Netherlands Heart Registration on mitral valve surgery.  In addition, Joel explores a safe and reproducible redo aortic surgery approach on AMDS to frozen elephant trunk conversion, an approach to constrictive pericarditis and pericardiectomy from diagnosis to definitive surgical, and right axillary thoracotomy. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.    JANS Items Mentioned  1.) Antifibrotic Therapy and Lung Cancer Risk in Patients With Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Large Retrospective Propensity-Weighted Cohort Study  2.) Sample Size Considerations to Assess Sex-Related Treatment Effects  3.) Endoscopic or Open Radial Artery Harvest in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery  4.) Textbook Outcome in Mitral Valve Surgery—Results from the Netherlands Heart Registration  CTSNet Content Mentioned  1.) AMDS to Frozen Elephant Trunk Conversion: A Safe and Reproducible Redo Aortic Surgery Approach    2.) From Diagnosis to Definitive Surgical Therapy: An Approach to Constrictive Pericarditis and Pericardiectomy  3.) Right Axillary Thoracotomy: A Minimally Invasive Gateway to Multiple Defects  Other Items Mentioned  1.) Emirates International Thoracic Surgery Congress  2.) Instructional Video Competition   3.) Career Center   4.) CTSNet Events Calendar  Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

Nick Leighton returns to the podcast to talk about how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing public relations.He explains his concept of the "Narritect," a person who designs and engineers brand messages, similar to how an architect develops blueprints.As AI accelerates content creation, brands risk drowning in content and starving for clarity. The Narritect's task is to construct coherent narratives across PR, marketing, and leadership communications, turning insight into strategy.Key Takeaways The job of the "Narritect" is to design, engineer, and structure brand messages, elevating PR professionals closer to leadership roles.AI assists in research and drafting but cannot replace the nuanced insights and strategic decisions made by seasoned professionals.AI's ability to tailor messages to different cultural contexts is powerful, yet human interpretation remains crucial.The increasing role of AI in communications challenges entry-level positions, emphasizing the value of experienced professionals.Successful brands will effectively merge clear, simple, human narratives with AI-driven content creation strategies.About the Guest Nick Leighton is the founder and CEO of NettResults, an award-winning Middle East-based public relations agency launched in 1999 with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Riyadh. He has over 25 years of experience in media relations and marketing and has lived and worked in the United States, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. He has represented the public image of Fortune 500 companies, some of the largest non-profit organizations in the world, political parties, and members of royalty. Nick's latest bestseller is available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible: The AI Effect: How Artificial Intelligence Is Rewriting the Rules of Public Relations.About the Hosts Abbie Fink is president of HMA Public Relations in Phoenix, Arizona and a founding member of PRGN. Her marketing communications background includes skills in media relations, digital communications, social media strategies, special event management, crisis communications, community relations, issues management, and marketing promotions for both the private and public sectors, including such industries as healthcare, financial services, professional services, government affairs and tribal affairs, as well as not-for-profit organizations.Dr. Adrian McIntyre is a cultural anthropologist, media personality, speaker, and strategic communications consultant for PR agencies and marketing firms. He's lived in over 30 countries and spent more than a decade in the Middle East and Africa as a researcher, journalist, communications adviser, media spokesperson, and storytelling consultant. He earned a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a Fulbright scholar and National Science Foundation fellow....

This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we're cutting through the noise of social media to bring you clear, evidence-based answers to your most common parenting questions. Meg is joined by Specialist Pediatrician, Dr. Nellie Balfour, for a myth-busting conversation that will leave you feeling calm and confident.In this must-listen episode, Dr. Nellie tackles the myths that keep parents up at night:Fevers are NOT the Enemy: Learn why a fever is a healthy immune response, the real signs to watch for (dehydration, fever over 3 days), and why the goal is comfort, not just a number on the thermometer.The Truth About Green Snot: Does green mucus automatically mean a bacterial infection that needs antibiotics? Dr. Nellie debunks this common myth and explains what it really signifies.Decoding Teething: Can teething cause a high fever, vomiting, or diarrhea? We separate teething facts from fiction and discuss when you should suspect an underlying illness.Sleep & Bonding Myths: Dr. Nellie reassures parents that holding your baby to sleep will not spoil them and explains why an overtired baby sleeps worse, not better.How to Find Credible Advice: In a world of "mom-shaming" and conflicting information, Dr. Nellie provides a practical checklist for evaluating online advice and learning to trust your gut.This episode is your dose of evidence-based calm in a world of parenting chaos.About Our Guest:Dr. Nellie Balfour is a mom and Specialist Pediatrician with a focus on neonates, newborns, and early childhood development. Originally from South Africa, she now practices in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Nellie is passionate about empowering parents with credible, evidence-based information so they can make the best decisions for their children. You can find her and her popular Q&A sessions on Instagram at @drnelliepaedsEpisode References and Links:

Bitcoin schommelt deze week rond de $67.000. In deze aflevering een breed scala aan onderwerpen. Bert duikt in BIP 360, de eerste stap richting quantumbestendig Bitcoin, en de ECB lijkt steeds opener te staan tegenover stablecoins. Abu Dhabi en Hong Kong stapelen ondertussen rustig bitcoin in. Ook bespreken we het verbod op Polymarket in Nederland en de vraag: hoe meet je eigenlijk het nut van AI-modellen? Bart neemt de nieuwe Box 3-wetgeving onder de loep die voor hysterische reacties zorgt bij beleggers (aldus het FD), en legt uit waarom Base afscheid neemt van Optimism. Tot slot: de Umbrel Pro is gelanceerd. Veel luisterplezier!Probeer Bitcoin Alpha 2 weken gratis!Luister het Crypto Journaal hier: elke week op maandag het laatste crypto nieuws in 15 minuten, door de mannen van Satoshi Radio.Satoshi Radio wordt mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Firefish, Watson Law en onze hoofdsponsor Bitvavo.Thumbnail:Polymarket verboden in NederlandTimestamps(00:00:00) Welkom en Podcast Introductie(00:18:00) Bookmark van Bart: Nieuwe BOX 3 belasting goedgekeurd door de kamer(01:01:00) Bookmark van Bart: Umbrel Pro aangekondigd(01:06:00) Bookmark van Bert: Polymarket verboden in Nederland(01:25:00) Bookmark van Bert: Bitcoin developers merge BIP 360 in first move to address quantum computing risks(01:38:00) Bookmark van Bert: “Growing open-mindedness at ECB” over stablecoins(01:41:00) Bookmark van Bart: The next chapter for base(01:49:00) Bookmark van Bert: Abu Dhabi vergrootte bitcoin-positie in Q4 2025(01:56:00) MarktupdateBookmarksBert:Draadje Bert over box 3 & verliesverrekening met grafiekenBitcoin developers merge BIP 360 in first move to address quantum computing risksBIP-360 op Githubbip360.org“growing open-mindedness at ECB” over stablecoinsAbu Dhabi vergrootte bitcoin-positie in Q4 2025Hong-Kong enters the chatPolymarket verboden in NederlandCFTC Chairman Mike Selig: I have some big news to announce…I don't remember the CFTC having authority over the “derivative market” of LeBron James rebounds“Couldn't be more clear.”Hoe meet je het nut van AI-modellen?Bart:Wet werkelijk rendement box 3 aangenomen in de Tweede Kamer.Box 3-hervorming zorgt voor ‘hysterische' reacties bij beleggersThe next chapter for baseAs a COIN shareholder I'm deeply concernedUmbrel Pro gelanceerdBeursgang bitcoinbedrijf Treasury loopt spaak na eisen van AFMGemini maakt verlies, halve board eruit en weg uit EU/VKPeter:

Today's blockchain and crypto news Bitcoin is up slightly at $67,432   Ethereum is up slightly at $1,981 And Binance Coin is up slightly at $615 Two Abu Dhabi-based funds disclosed over $1B in BlackRock's IBIT Zora to launch attention markets Bridge says it has conditional approval from the OCC Moonwell takes on bad debt in oracle error. Ark Invest adds COIN, Bullish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Est-ce que vivre à l'étranger change notre façon d'apprendre… et d'élever nos enfants ?Dans cet épisode de French Expat, je reçois Sophie Werth, éducatrice, directrice d'école primaire à The École à New York, maman, et expatriée depuis plus de 17 ans.De la France rurale à Abu Dhabi, de Madagascar au Maroc, avant de s'installer à Manhattan, son parcours raconte une autre manière de penser l'éducation : plus ouverte, plus adaptable, profondément humaine.Dans cette conversation, nous parlons :des chocs culturels dans les systèmes éducatifsde la différence entre un “travaille bien” français et un “have fun” américainde plurilinguisme et d'enfants capables de naviguer entre plusieurs languesdu choix crucial de l'école quand on s'expatriede la transition vers le système américainet de ce que l'expatriation apprend, aussi, aux adultesSophie partage son regard à la fois d'experte et de maman, avec des anecdotes concrètes et des conseils précieux pour les familles vivant entre plusieurs cultures.Un épisode pour tous les parents et pour tous ceux qui s'interrogent sur ce que l'école transmet, au-delà des programmes.Merci à The Ecole d'avoir sponsorisé cet épisode.French Expat est un podcast de French Morning qui raconte les parcours de vie des Français établis hors de France. Retrouvez-le sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute : Spotify, Apple Podcast, Deezer, Google Podcast, Podcast Addict, Amazon Music. Cet épisode est raconté, produit et réalisé par Anne-Fleur Andrle, habillé et mixé par Alice Krief. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Crypto News: BlackRock begins acquiring ETH for upcoming Ethereum staking ETF. Abu Dhabi funds held over $1 billion of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF at end of last year. Crypto venture capital firm Dragonfly raises $650 million.Brought to you by

Nouriel Roubini, Chairman & CEO at Roubini Macro Associates sits with Bloomberg's Tom Keene and Paul Sweeney to discuss his recent travel to Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Abu Dhabi and what people are thinking regarding Iran, as well as the ever-growing AI space and what it could look like in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the latest debates and developments in urology with Yasser Farahat, Mohsen Elmekresh, and Yassir Saeedi as they unpack key topics from their engaging EUS workshop. Recorded at ICS-EUS 2025 Abu Dhabi. Through its annual meeting and journal, the International Continence Society (ICS) has been advancing multidisciplinary continence research and education worldwide since 1971. Over 3,000 Urologists, Uro-gynaecologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses and Research Scientists make up ICS, a thriving society dedicated to incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. The Society is growing every day and welcomes you to join us. If you join today, you'll enjoy substantial discounts on ICS Annual Meeting registrations and free journal submissions. Joining ICS is like being welcomed into a big family. Get to know the members and become involved in a vibrant, supportive community of healthcare professionals, dedicated to making a real difference to the lives of people with incontinence.

In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, we explore what it's really like working as a UK-trained Clinical Psychologist in the UAE. If you've ever wondered about relocating abroad, practising outside the NHS, navigating private healthcare systems, or balancing career progression with lifestyle changes, this conversation offers a realistic and informed perspective.I'm joined by Dr Jack Nejand, a UK-trained Clinical Psychologist who moved from South London to Abu Dhabi. We discuss visas, licensing, tax differences, CAMHS-style work in the UAE, insurance-based healthcare models, relocation logistics, career development abroad, service development opportunities, and what life actually feels like on the ground.Whether you're considering working as a psychologist overseas, exploring expat life, or simply curious about international career pathways in clinical psychology, this episode provides clarity without selling a fantasy.This conversation is especially relevant for:UK Clinical Psychologists considering relocationDClinPsy applicants thinking long-term about career optionsPsychologists navigating burnout or financial pressuresAnyone curious about working in private healthcare abroadTimestamps: 00:00 – Why psychologists are considering working abroad04:03 – How the opportunity to move to the UAE emerged06:51 – Telling family and friends about relocating08:27 – Why more young professionals are leaving the UK10:00 – The lifestyle reality of living in Abu Dhabi15:39 – Cohabitation laws and cultural considerations17:00 – What CAMHS looks like in the UAE21:02 – Insurance-based healthcare explained25:15 – Clinical severity and thresholds compared to the NHS27:27 – CPD, conferences and career development abroad28:48 – Visas, licensing and Emirates ID31:13 – Pension, leave and employment differences34:52 – Bringing UK service models into UAE schools38:37 – Assistant Psychologist roles and early-career pathwaysLinks:

“I really wanted to slow things down… to create an experience where people take their time, build relationships, and connect with design in a more human way.”​ Nicolas Bellavance-Lecompte has spent fifteen years living out of a suitcase, experiencing the quiet palazzos of Venice as well as the bustling streets of Beirut. He sits down with Hashem to share how his way of life and thirst for travel have inspired Nomad, a design fair that trades the noise of transactional fairs for the soul found in historic architecture. ​ ​They dive into the intentional revival of Abu Dhabi's Terminal 1 for Nomad's Middle Eastern debut, the cultural renaissance currently sweeping the Middle East, and why, in our digital-heavy world, we're all just looking for a reason to put down our phones and experience real connections.

Juan Carlos I reaparece en Abu Dhabi, mostrando buena salud y planea visitar España, aunque su residencia fiscal y el retorno a Zarzuela son controversiales. El tiempo mejora en España con sol, aunque hay viento en el Mediterráneo y calima en Canarias; las temperaturas suben. Médicos inician huelga indefinida exigiendo mejoras laborales y un estatuto propio, acusando a la ministra Mónica García de "calamidad" y mala gestión. La izquierda española enfrenta malos resultados demoscópicos y el "sanchismo" es criticado por radicalizar al PSOE, causando divisiones. Figuras como Felipe González y Page discrepan con la "generación Nocilla" del partido. La gestión gubernamental es vista como un "colapso funcional" en servicios públicos. En Múnich, Europa debate el rearme ante la inestabilidad global, con desafíos de financiación. Se investiga a Borja Cabezón, cercano a Pedro Sánchez, por evasión fiscal, y España pierde influencia europea. Otras noticias: acuerdo para vivienda social en ...

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In this powerful live conversation, Michael Singer—#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Untethered Soul and Living Untethered—explores what happiness really is, why so many people struggle to sustain it, and how to experience a deeper, more consistent sense of joy in everyday life. Recorded live in front of an intimate audience at Tony Robbins and Sage Robbins' exclusive 2024 Platinum Partners Happiness Event in Abu Dhabi, this talk goes beyond inspiration and into practical wisdom. Michael shares profound yet simple insights on why happiness isn't something you need to chase—and how much of our suffering comes not from the world around us, but from our internal reactions to it. Throughout the session, Michael challenges common beliefs about success, passion, and fulfillment, offering a radically different perspective: happiness is not about getting what you want, but about learning how not to block the joy that's already within you. He invites listeners to question the habits, reactions, and inner patterns that quietly steal happiness—and shows how living with greater awareness can transform even the most ordinary moments of life. This conversation was recorded live at Tony & Sage Robbins' Platinum Partners Happiness Event, where a select group of global business leaders and entrepreneurs gather for deep personal growth, connection, and insight. Whether you're new to Michael Singer's work or a longtime reader, this talk offers a powerful reminder that happiness isn't something you earn—it's something you uncover. Please enjoy!

The Virtual Velo Podcast is back for 2026, and we're kicking off the new year with one of cycling esports' rising talents: Team USA's Nicole Meyer.In Episode 90, co-hosts Chris Schwenker and Emma Martin sit down with Nicole to explore her rapid climb from her first races in 2024 to top performances in the Zwift World Series, MyWhoosh Sunday Race Club, and a hard-earned spot representing the USA at the UCI Cycling Esports World Championships live final in Abu Dhabi.Nicole shares what life looks like off the bike, how she balances elite-level racing with real-world family responsibilities, what it takes to compete from the US West Coast at “ungodly” hours, and how she's developed her gritty racing style into elite success.We also dive into the shifting landscape of multi-platform racing, the move of USA Cycling Nationals to TrainingPeaks Virtual, the challenges facing the Cycling Esports World Cup, and where Nicole hopes cycling esports goes next.A fun listen to kick off the fourth year of the Virtual Velo Podcast.Don't miss out on the unique opportunity to delve even deeper into the intriguing topics discussed in this episode.Osborne and McCarthy repeat as cycling esports world champions [Escape Collective, Nov. 2025]Cycling esports has a bunch of new rules in 2026: Will the UCI's gamble pay off? [Escape Collective, Feb. 2026]This is what it takes to win a cycling esports World Championship [Escape Collective, Jan. 2026]The story of cycling esports' most dominant season yet [Escape Collective, Feb. 2026] Statements made by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast, its hosts, or its partners. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions.

In our weekly round up of the latest news from Ukraine, Roger Moorhouse and Patrick Bishop examine a week of "salient moments" that may signal a turning point in the war. They discuss the Kremlin's risky move to throttle Telegram, the deepening recession across 21 sectors of the Russian economy, and the high-profile assassination attempt on Lieutenant-general Vladimir Alexeyev. The duo also breaks down the latest friction in the Abu Dhabi peace talks and the mounting pressure on President Zelensky to hold wartime elections. If you have any thoughts or questions, you can send them to - podbattleground@gmail.com Producer: James Hodgson X (Twitter): @PodBattleground Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Scott sat down with Editor in Chief Benjamin Wittes, who recently returned from Ukraine, and Lawfare's Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina, to go through the latest developments in that country, including:“Cold War.” Russia's ongoing winter campaign against Ukraine's energy infrastructure has created a humanitarian crisis in many parts of the country. In Kyiv, at least one major power plant has been completely destroyed, and many more energy sites have been damaged. Numerous other parts of the country are without power and heating during a season when temperatures regularly dip below zero degrees Fahrenheit. What do these attacks show about the dynamics of the conflict? And what can be done to curb their effects?“Stuck in the Sand.” U.S.-backed negotiations between Russia and Ukraine—which continued in Abu Dhabi this past week—remain at an impasse, without tangible progress other than a prisoner of war exchange that led to the release of 157 Ukrainians from Russian captivity. Russia continues to demand that Ukraine surrender a large swath of territory in its eastern Donbas region, which Kyiv says is a red line. Meanwhile, President Zelensky has suggested that the United States is pushing the sides to end the war by summer 2026 — perhaps because of the U.S. midterm elections set to take place shortly thereafter. What is the state of the negotiations at this point? Is this a reasonable expectation by the administration? Or are there any areas for potential agreement in the short or medium term?“(P)eye in the Sky?”: The war in Ukraine is arguably the first to be fought in substantial part through drones. Not only has the conflict helped showcase the capabilities of drones, but it's spurred rapid development in the technology behind them—and methods that might be used to defeat them. What did Ben learn about these technologies on his trip? And what can it tell us about the future of warfare?In object lessons, Ben departs from his signature dog shirts to shirts of a more subversive nature. Nastya pleads to the power of your inner light in helping the families of Kyiv who are suffering through the energy crisis. And Scott encourages you to keep reading and caring about the War in Ukraine.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Scott sat down with Editor in Chief Benjamin Wittes, who recently returned from Ukraine, and Lawfare's Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina, to go through the latest developments in that country, including:“Cold War.” Russia's ongoing winter campaign against Ukraine's energy infrastructure has created a humanitarian crisis in many parts of the country. In Kyiv, at least one major power plant has been completely destroyed, and many more energy sites have been damaged. Numerous other parts of the country are without power and heating during a season when temperatures regularly dip below zero degrees Fahrenheit. What do these attacks show about the dynamics of the conflict? And what can be done to curb their effects?“Stuck in the Sand.” U.S.-backed negotiations between Russia and Ukraine—which continued in Abu Dhabi this past week—remain at an impasse, without tangible progress other than a prisoner of war exchange that led to the release of 157 Ukrainians from Russian captivity. Russia continues to demand that Ukraine surrender a large swath of territory in its eastern Donbas region, which Kyiv says is a red line. Meanwhile, President Zelensky has suggested that the United States is pushing the sides to end the war by summer 2026 — perhaps because of the U.S. midterm elections set to take place shortly thereafter. What is the state of the negotiations at this point? Is this a reasonable expectation by the administration? Or are there any areas for potential agreement in the short or medium term?“(P)eye in the Sky?”: The war in Ukraine is arguably the first to be fought in substantial part through drones. Not only has the conflict helped showcase the capabilities of drones, but it's spurred rapid development in the technology behind them—and methods that might be used to defeat them. What did Ben learn about these technologies on his trip? And what can it tell us about the future of warfare?In object lessons, Ben departs from his signature dog shirts to shirts of a more subversive nature. Nastya pleads to the power of your inner light in helping the families of Kyiv who are suffering through the energy crisis. And Scott encourages you to keep reading and caring about the War in Ukraine.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the occasion of the inaugural Art Basel Qatar, The Baer Faxt sat down with a bevy of guests with ties to the region including Mariët Westermann, Director and CEO of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation, who have world class museums in New York, Bilbao, Venice and soon to be Abu Dhabi.   Here, Mariët shares with us her thoughts on developments in the region, including education and her experience in the region as the Vice Chancellor of NYU Abu Dhabi, Art Basel Qatar, and the significant role of women in the arts.   Other guests on The Baer Faxt Live from Doha include Princess Alia Al-Senussi, PhD; Jean-Paul Engelen, Director at Acquavella; and Saud Alkhater, Qatari collector.   Thank you to The Ned Doha for being our host. This conversation was recorded on the 5th of February, 2026.

We open Episode Five checking in at the airport with Haas driver Ollie Bearman as he prepares to take off for the final three races of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship. But there's only one thing on his mind - will he get the dreaded middle seat?Fellow rookie Kimi Antonelli is also flying high as Formula 1 touches down for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The Mercedes teenager takes a gamble on tyre strategy but will it pay off when the cars hit The Strip? Antonelli and his race engineer Pete Bonnington are looking back on the teenager's rookie season in 2025. Bonnington, aka Bono, was one half of F1's most successful driver-engineer pairing with seven-time World Champion Sir Lewis Hamilton, so how does it compare working with a rookie making his first steps into F1?While the competition is nearly over on track, the race inside the team's top-secret F1 factories has only just begun. It's early December, and all the teams are pushing hard to build a completely reimagined car for F1's new era, when a new set of technical regulations are set to shake up the sport. At Mercedes, our F1 experts Sarah Holt and Holly Samos are given a guided tour by Chief Operating Officer Rob Thomas on the factory's busiest day of the year.As the sport prepares to move forwards into its new era, the dust is settling on the 2025 season at the finale in Abu Dhabi. There's time for Bearman and his race engineer Ronan O'Hara to also give their verdict on his rookie season and formulate lessons to take into the British racer's 2026 campaign. But the clock is ticking on Cadillac's F1 debut… There are now less than 100 days to go until the US team joins the grid and team principal Graeme Lowdon is beginning to feel the pressure.F1: Back at Base is an IMG Production for the BBC, hosted by Rosamund Pike Co-hosts & Executive Producers are Sarah Holt and Holly Samos

Get a sneak peek into the future as Gommert van Koeveringe and Bary Berghmans share their excitement, plans, and aspirations for ICS 2026 in Maastricht. Recorded at ICS-EUS 2025 Abu Dhabi. Through its annual meeting and journal, the International Continence Society (ICS) has been advancing multidisciplinary continence research and education worldwide since 1971. Over 3,000 Urologists, Uro-gynaecologists, Physiotherapists, Nurses and Research Scientists make up ICS, a thriving society dedicated to incontinence and pelvic floor disorders. The Society is growing every day and welcomes you to join us. If you join today, you'll enjoy substantial discounts on ICS Annual Meeting registrations and free journal submissions. Joining ICS is like being welcomed into a big family. Get to know the members and become involved in a vibrant, supportive community of healthcare professionals, dedicated to making a real difference to the lives of people with incontinence.

In this episode of the Triathlon Mockery podcast, Tom and Max discuss their personal experiences with journaling and New Year's resolutions, highlighting the challenges of maintaining consistency. They share their recent racing highlights, including Max's competitive performance in Abu Dhabi, and reflect on the evolving nature of triathlon seasons, questioning whether traditional seasons still exist. The conversation shifts to the new drafting rules in triathlon, emphasizing the need for proper enforcement to ensure fair racing. Finally, they debate the concept of 'January champions' and the importance of pacing training throughout the year.takeawaysJournaling requires consistency to be effective.Many people abandon New Year's resolutions quickly.Setting high goals can lead to demotivation.Racing can be a significant source of personal achievement.The triathlon season has evolved into a year-round activity.Drafting rules in triathlon are changing to promote fair competition.Proper enforcement of drafting rules is crucial for fair racing.The concept of 'January champions' can lead to burnout.Athletes need to pace their training to avoid mental fatigue.The importance of adapting training strategies to individual needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning.   Leading a team can feel like a roller coaster—big climbs, sudden drops, and moments where you wonder why you got on the ride in the first place. Matt Heller, founder of Performance Optimist Consulting helps leaders and teams stay focused and performing at their best. Through engaging keynotes, hands-on workshops, and practical coaching, we turn fear into confidence and discomfort into momentum. This means fewer breakdowns and more breakthroughs. If your organization is ready to start building real forward motion, it's time to take action and make better performance and growth your main attraction. Visit performanceoptimist.com/attractionpros for an exclusive offer! Melissa Lockwood is the General Manager of Baha Bay at Baha Mar Resort. Growing up in central Missouri, she got her start as a teenage lifeguard and worked her way into municipal parks and recreation leadership before taking a leap into international water park operations. That decision led her to open and operate major projects abroad, including seven years on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, and then a move to Nassau in 2019 to help open Baha Bay, the 15-acre resort water park on the same property as Baha Mar's Rosewood, Grand Hyatt, and SLS hotels. In this interview, Melissa talks about boots on the ground, being comfortable being uncomfortable, and operating a luxury waterpark. Boots on the ground “Be boots on the ground management by walking around, and just being able to interact with our guests as well.” Melissa's leadership style is rooted in showing up where the work is happening, especially during peak periods. During the holiday rush, her routine centers on briefings, checking in with teams, and spending most of the day circulating throughout the park and resort pools. That presence is not performative. She wants team members to know she's there to support them, and she wants to hear guest feedback directly, in real time, so improvements can be made faster. That mindset connects to her earliest days in the industry, when she did everything in a municipal setting, from cleaning restrooms to selling concessions. Those experiences shaped a servant leadership approach where she avoids asking anyone to do something she is not willing to do herself. For Melissa, morale and operational consistency are built in the trenches, side by side with the team. Being comfortable being uncomfortable “Sometimes, you've got to be comfortable being uncomfortable.” Melissa describes her career as a series of intentional stretches. Moving abroad “sight unseen,” navigating language barriers, and leading teams with wide-ranging backgrounds all required patience, humility, and a willingness to learn in public. Her takeaway is that discomfort is not a warning sign, it's often a growth signal, especially for emerging leaders who are encountering challenges like upset guests, unfamiliar policies, or communication gaps for the first time. She coaches her team to keep perspective when situations feel hard. Her reminder is simple: it is temporary, and the comfort zone expands through repetition. She reframes growth as progress toward proficiency, not perfection. Over time, those once-intimidating moments become more natural, and she loves seeing team members make that shift and then turn around and train the next wave. Operating a luxury waterpark “We are a 15-acre luxury water park, which is a little bit of a tricky thing to piece together.” Baha Bay is both a resort amenity and a destination that sells day passes, which creates a unique operational balance. Melissa explains that “luxury” is not just a label, it's reflected in design details like landscaping, finishings, and elevated cabanas that feel like permanent structures rather than temporary setups. The goal is alignment with Baha Mar's broader brand promise as a high-end resort experience. Luxury also shows up in service expectations and consistency. Whether guests arrive from Rosewood, Grand Hyatt, SLS, a cruise ship, or an Airbnb, Melissa emphasizes that everyone deserves the same high-level experience. Her team uses shared core values across resort services to meet those expectations, and she reinforces the standard from onboarding forward. The challenge, as she puts it, is sustaining that grand-opening energy year after year, which she tackles through daily briefings, ongoing training, and recognition programs like the park's Elevation Awards. Melissa invites listeners to connect with her on LinkedIn. To learn more about the water park and resort, visit bahabay.com and bahamar.com.   This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team:   Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Catherine, David and Matt are home from Melbourne and here to look back on another busy week of tennis as the tours moved onto the Middle East and indoors in Europe. Part one (00:00 - 34:52) - Women's results. We discuss the rise of another young Czech as Sara Bejlek won her first career title in Abu Dhabi, a title in her home country for Sorana Cirstea, an eventful week for Emma Raducanu as she reached her first final since the US Open in 2021, and a much-needed title for Katie Boulter in Ostrava!!!. Part two (34:53 - 56:49) - Men's results. We cover Felix Auger-Aliassime picking up yet another title indoors and all the results from the Davis Cup Qualifiers, headlined by incredible wins for South Korea, India and Ecuador. Part three (56:50 - 1:22:49) - Some tennis politics, a look ahead to this week on tour, and a tribute to Mark Hodgkinson, the former tennis correspondent of the Telegraph who sadly died last week at the age of 46. Become a ⁠Friend of The Tennis Podcast⁠Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠new merch shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Talk tennis with Friends on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Barge! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (daily at Slams and weekly the rest of the year, featuring Matt's Stat, mascot photos, Fantasy League updates, and more)Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (@thetennispodcast)Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to the article with analysis from the author:  The Kremlin said US and Russian officials agreed that talks to establish a new nuclear arms control agreement must begin as soon as possible. Last week, the New START Treaty, the last remaining bilateral nuclear agreement, expired.  “There is an understanding, and they talked about it in Abu Dhabi, that both parties will take responsible positions and both parties realize the need to start talks on the issue as soon as possible,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters Friday. The issue was discussed by US and Russian officials last week in the UAE. The US is currently mediating talks between Russia and Ukraine in the Emirates.  A new bilateral agreement is needed, as there are no longer any treaties restricting the strategic weapons programs of the two nuclear superpowers. Both Washington and Moscow are upgrading their strategic arsenals.  Before the New Start Treaty expired last week, Russia proposed a one-year extension of the pact to give the two sides more time to negotiate a new agreement. However, the US failed to respond to the Russian proposal. Additionally, President Donald Trump claimed the New START Treaty was a bad deal for the US.  “Rather than extend ‘NEW START' (A badly negotiated deal by the United States that, aside from everything else, is being grossly violated), we should have our Nuclear Experts work on a new, improved, and modernized Treaty that can last long into the future,” Trump posted Thursday on  Truth Social.  Axios reported last week that Washington and Moscow had agreed informally to continue complying with the New START restrictions for six months. Peskov dismissed the idea that an informal agreement could work.  “Obviously, its provisions can only be extended in a formal way,” Peskov said. “It’s hard to imagine any informal extension in this sphere.”

Day 1,443.Today, after an apparent assassination attempt on a senior Russian general in Moscow, we examine the major Russian bombardments across Ukraine that followed the second day of peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Are the United States, Ukraine, and Russia any closer to a ceasefire? We then hear from an NGO delivering vital humanitarian supplies to Ukraine's frontline cities, and speak to the head of a hospital in President Zelensky's hometown.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to Brock Bierman of the NGO Ukraine Focus, and Vitality Gorba-linsky.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Learn more about Ukraine Focus:https://ukrainefocus.org/ Russian general who ‘orchestrated' Skripal poisoning shot in Moscow (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/06/russian-general-vladimir-alekseyev-shot-moscow/ Macron wants Britain to pay up to £2bn to join Ukraine weapons scheme (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/05/macron-wants-uk-pay-up-to-2bn-eu-ukraine-weapons-scheme/ Mother of Kenyan forced to be a Russian suicide bomber ‘traumatised' (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/05/mother-kenyan-tricked-human-bomb-trauma/ Nuclear pact relies on ‘handshake' after US-Russia treaty expires (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/05/nuclear-pact-relies-handshake-us-russia-treaty-expires/ Revealed: Russia's secret $2.5bn cash shipments to Iran (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/06/revealed-russias-secret-25bn-cash-shipments-to-iran/ Pentagon invites 2 Ukrainian drone makers to 'The Gauntlet' (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/pentagon-invites-2-ukrainian-drone-makers-to-the-gauntlet-1-1-billion-in-contracts-at-stake/?mc_cid=1d62a63d34&mc_eid=08d0680a95 Russia destroyed 60% of Ukraine's gas production—so where does Ukraine get gas now? (Euromaidan):https://euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/05/russia-destroyed-ukraine-gas-production-what-replaced-it/Italy foils 'Russian cyber-attacks' at Winter Games (BBC):https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/cqj25wyjx1noLISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe now to skip the ads and hear all of our episodes! Join the Discord (subscribers get more channels). Danny and Derek are still in talks with The Muppets' people about an appearance, so we'll keep things buttoned up for now. This week: The U.S. and Iran hold talks in Oman, averting an U.S. strike for the moment (0:31); in Gaza, Israeli strikes kill dozens while Rafah reopens under tight restrictions amid concerns over “slow motion” displacement (5:58); the Trump administration's Gaza “reconstruction” effort raises more red flags (8:48); Reuters reports that the Biden administration suppressed a USAID memo on Gaza's humanitarian conditions with potential legal implications (12:07); Syria's government and the SDF announce a new agreement to integrate SDF forces and administrators into the Syrian state (14:39); Sudan's military claims it has opened a road into besieged Kadugli as militants make gains elsewhere (17:44); Saif al-Islam Gaddafi is assassinated in Zintan, Libya (20:57); in Nigeria's Kwara State, gunmen kill roughly 170 people in an allegedly jihadist-linked attack (23:44); U.S.-Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi yield little on ending the war, but Washington and Moscow agree to keep honoring New START's terms (25:29); Pakistan launches a massive counterinsurgency campaign in Balochistan with the death toll approaching 300 (28:21); Trump touts a major U.S.-India trade framework, but key details remain unclear (30:12); Trump signs a new Cuba executive order increasing pressure around oil supplies (33:16); the U.S. president also hosts Colombia's Gustavo Petro after recent threats (35:33); and the State Department holds a critical minerals conference as Trump announces “Project Vault” and Japan tests environmentally risky deep-sea mining (37:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 1,442.Today, as reports suggest Russian troops are in turmoil across the frontline after being denied access to Starlink satellite communications, we return to Abu Dhabi for the latest developments in the ongoing trilateral peace talks between the United States, Ukraine, and Russia. We then hear live from Kyiv with firsthand reactions and descriptions of the situation on the ground, before turning to the Russian press for insight into the state of Russia's economy – and an extraordinary story about Moscow's efforts to turn pigeons into drones.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Antonia Langford (Journalist in Kyiv). @antonialford on X.James Kilner (Foreign Correspondent). @jkjourno on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Russia spends half its state budget on military (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/04/russia-spent-half-its-state-budget-on-military-in-2025/ How Russia uses neural chips to turn live pigeons into drones (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/04/russia-implants-chips-spy-pigeons-brains-cyborgs-war/ The last foreign correspondent to file from a war zone via carrier pigeon (Airmail):https://airmail.news/issues/2024-7-27/the-view-from-here Record-breaking Russian strikes during peace negotiations (Centre for Information Resilience):https://www.info-res.org/eyes-on-russia/articles/record-breaking-russian-strikes-during-peace-negotiations/ Sanctions having ‘significant impact' on Russian economy, says EU special envoy (The Guardian):https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/feb/05/sanctions-significant-impact-russian-economy-interview-eu-special-envoy-david-osullivan Keith Kellogg says he left Trump's White House to be 'free to talk' about Ukraine (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/keith-kellogg-says-he-left-trumps-white-house-to-be-free-to-talk-about-ukraine/ Russia claims US 'ignored' offers to extend nuclear arms control agreement as key treaty set to expire (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/russia-claims-us-ignored-offers-to-extend-nuclear-arms-control-agreement-as-treaty-set-to-expire/ LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The agreement would re-establish high level dialogue for the first time since President Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine. Also in the programme: cuts at the Washington Post; a rare Michelangelo is auctioned in New York; BBC Persian creates a 'face wall' of those who have died in the Iran protests; and the director of the multi-Oscar nominated Sentimental Value - Joachim Trier - talks to us about his new family drama.(Photo: Members of the U.S. delegation attend the second round of trilateral talks between the U.S., Russia and Ukraine, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, February 4, 2026.UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs Handout via Reuters)

Day 1,441.Today, as Donald Trump claims Vladimir Putin has “kept his word” by not striking Ukraine's energy infrastructure, we report on the resumption of trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi involving the US, Ukraine, and Russia. We examine whether French President Emmanuel Macron's call for Europeans to “restore their own channels of communication” with Moscow will deliver any tangible results, and assess whether the recent drop in the price of gold could weaken Putin's war economy. And later, we speak to Sir Bill Browder about Europe's continued failure to seize and use frozen Russian state assets to fund Ukraine's war effort, the significance of the €90 billion loan agreed in Brussels instead. Is it enough?ContributorsDominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjz on X.With thanks to Sir Bill Browder. @Billbrowder on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:The gold bubble has financed Putin's war machine – but that may be over (Ambrose Evans Pritchard in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/02/03/gold-bubble-financed-vladimir-putins-war-machine-over/German warships ‘sabotaged by workers' (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/03/german-warships-sabotaged-workers-hamburg-port/For Peace, More Ukrainians Consider the Once Unthinkable: Surrendering Landhttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/world/europe/ukraine-russia-war-donbas-region.htmlLISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Entertainment as National Security American film and television are portrayed as a strategic asset that shapes global perceptions of freedom, democracy, and U.S. values. Weakening U.S. media companies allow authoritarian nations, particularly China, to fill the cultural vacuum with propaganda. 2. China as the Primary Adversary China is repeatedly the main threat due to: State control over media Global investment in influence campaigns Censorship of American films (e.g., Top Gun: Maverick being blocked over a Taiwan patch). TikTok is an example of why foreign ownership of media platforms is viewed as dangerous. 3. Merger Framed as Pro‑American Jobs The entertainment industry is supporting hundreds of thousands of middle‑class American jobs across multiple states. Netflix’s $1 billion New Jersey studio investment is used as evidence that large, stable companies create domestic employment. The argument asserts that scale = stability, and stability prevents layoffs. 4. Pro‑Consolidation Argument Unlike traditional antitrust concerns, the author claims this merger: Does not reduce competition Actually protects U.S. production from outsourcing Helps resist foreign-backed acquisitions Consolidation is defensive, not monopolistic. 5. Opposition to Foreign Capital in Media Strong concern is raised over foreign government money (Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, Qatar) potentially entering U.S. media. Such investments are not neutral and are intended to influence narratives and public opinion. 6. Historical Framing Ronald Reagan is cited: Culture and storytelling were weapons in the Cold War Media independence is essential to freedom The merger is consistent with Reagan-era American leadership principles. 7. Call to Action Share the op-ed Contact lawmakers Support the merger publicly Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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