MADRID: Maria Branyas, who was considered the world’s oldest person at 117, has passed away, her family confirmed on Tuesday in Spain. The family shared the news through Branyas’ X account, stating, “Maria Branyas has left us. She has gone the way she wanted: in her sleep, at peace, and without pain.” Also read: China […]
NEW DELHI: India’s food safety authorities have launched a new project to address the rising issue of microplastic contamination in food. This initiative follows a report from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), which highlighted the presence of microplastics in common food items like sugar and salt. The Food Safety and Standards Authority […]
ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Airports, which manages the five airports in the Emirate, has announced the launch of three new direct routes by the Indian airline IndiGo. These new routes will connect Zayed International Airport (AUH) with Mangaluru (IXE), Tiruchirappalli (TRZ), and Coimbatore (CJB) in India. This new development enhances the connectivity between Abu Dhabi […]
SHARJAH: H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved 3,578 scholarships for students from the emirate of Sharjah and the children of female citizens of the emirate, to pursue various undergraduate programs at universities within Sharjah. Of these, 1,818 scholarships were granted to the University of […]
BERLIN: A World Health Organisation official stressed on Tuesday that mpox, regardless of whether it is the new or old strain, is not the new COVID, as authorities know how to control its spread, as per agency reports. “We can and must tackle mpox together,” said Hans Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, in a […]
ABHA, SAUDI ARABIA: The sahfa is a traditional wooden serving platter that holds deep cultural significance in Saudi Arabia’s Aseer region. Crafted from the hardwood of the western plane tree, known for its durability, the sahfa has been an integral part of Aseer’s culinary heritage for centuries. This iconic platter is not only a symbol […]
SHARJAH: Sharjah Media City (Shams) is hosting the Shams eSports Championship from 23-25 August 2024 at the Shams Business Centre. The event is part of Shams’ efforts to boost eSports in Sharjah and the UAE. The three-day championship, held in collaboration with Sharjah Summer Promotions, will feature FIFA 24 on the first day, Tekken 8 […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) has confirmed full readiness for the 2024-2025 academic year, with schools set to reopen on 26th August 2024. This follows thorough preparation by MoE teams to ensure a smooth start to the year. During a press briefing, Minister of Education Sarah Al Amiri highlighted proactive measures taken […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) will be extended to 10 days starting in 2025, running from 26th April to 5th May. The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) made this decision to boost cultural exchange and innovation in publishing. This extension will offer more opportunities for local and Arab authors to […]
The high-octane trailer of “Murshid”, the gangster saga, featuring Kay Kay Menon, Zakir Hussain and Tanuj Virwani, sets the stage for a gritty, intense journey through Mumbai’s underworld saga. Global, 20th August 2024: ZEE5Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, unveiled the explosive trailer of its upcoming original series ‘Murshid’ today. This gritty […]
Wellth, the only hub of integrative medicine in Dubai, naturally treated Dheeraj Motwani a young professional by natural healing, who was suffering from gastrointestinal disorders and autoimmune diseases for the last 10 years. Dubai: Dheeraj, a 38 year old real estate executive, who endured many gastrointestinal disorders and autoimmune diseases along with a severe shoulder […]
