Abdullah bin Zayed takes part in New York discussions on Middle East peace and stability. Among those present were Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa. Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah was there alongside Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan also participated. The broader regional group was completed by senior representatives from Bahrain, Oman, Iraq, Lebanon, and Jordan. The focus of the officials’ discussions was on security, stability, and development throughout the Middle East. They also examined approaches to strengthen international cooperation on regional and global issues.
Remittances from Egyptians working abroad totaled approximately $29.7 billion between January and July 2026. The Central Bank of Egypt reported that this figure increased by 28.1% compared to about $23.2 billion during the same period last year. The seven-month rise contributed roughly $6.5 billion more than in the first seven months of 2025. These figures encompass money sent home by Egyptians employed internationally. The rise in remittances from January to July follows the record level achieved in the entire calendar year of 2025.
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Typhoon Dujuan brings heavy rain, landslide risk and travel disruption across eastern Japan. At midday, Dujuan was progressing north-northeast over waters west of Hachijojima, maintaining a broad storm-force wind zone. Meteorologists tracked its path toward the Izu Islands and the Kanto area. The typhoon was projected to pass near Kanto later on Monday as it sped northeastward. Weather authorities issued warnings of intense winds, rough seas, and additional heavy rainfall along eastern Pacific coastal regions, while also monitoring the development of linear rain bands capable of producing localized intense downpours. Damage and closures across multiple prefectures resulted from the storm’s impact. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism reported three landslides in Chiba by 2 p.m., one destroying a home and another causing partial damage. Miyazaki also experienced two landslides, resulting in one death and one injury. Heavy rains led to the shutdown of 32 sections of six expressways and three national roads, while flooding and fallen trees blocked 16 prefectural road sections across Ibaraki, Saitama, and Chiba.
Technology
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, showcasing improvements in camera technology, battery capacity, and processing capabilities. Both devices are equipped with the latest A20 Pro chip and incorporate a redesigned vapor chamber to ensure consistent performance. Additionally, Apple introduced a smaller Dynamic Island and new camera controls tailored for professional users. Preorders begin on September 12, with sales launching on September 18 across more than 65 countries and regions.
Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
Tesla’s China-made EV sales rose 9.9% in November 2025, reaching 86,700 units, signaling a strong recovery for the automaker in the world’s largest EV market.
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