DUBAI: Dubai Airports has initiated a comprehensive operational plan at Dubai International (DXB) to streamline the travel process for pilgrims embarking on Hajj 2025. The annual pilgrimage season is among the busiest periods at the airport, and authorities aim to ensure every pilgrim enjoys a smooth and respectful journey. This year, DXB will facilitate the […]
Sharjah Ruler gifts historic 1624 papal manuscript and book Papal Bull to Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Milan. Milan: In a significant gesture of Sharjah cultural diplomacy, His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, presented a rare 1624 manuscript and his historical book Papal Bull to the Catholic University […]
PARIS: A high-level UAE delegation has completed a three-day official visit to France aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in clean energy, with a strong focus on hydrogen, nuclear energy, sustainable fuels, and energy transition strategies. The visit was designed to share knowledge and explore innovation in support of sustainable development goals. Led by Eng. Sharif […]
Chinese discovery of Levantine beads in Xinjiang reveals early signs of trade before the Silk Road. BEIJING: Chinese archaeologists have found new evidence that trade between East and West started long before the official Silk Road routes were created. This discovery, announced by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), suggests that pre-Silk Road trade […]
ROME: The Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) has finished its international exhibition, “From Sharjah to Rome via the Spice Route”, at the historic Curia Julia inside the Colosseum Archaeological Park in Rome. The event, which ran from February to May 2025, welcomed more than 600,000 visitors from around the world. The Sharjah archaeological exhibition showed how […]
Cricket legend Virat Kohli invests in the World Bowling League, supporting its mission to revolutionise bowling as a global sport. Dubai: Virat Kohli investment in the World Bowling League (WBL) marks a bold shift in the sport’s trajectory, aligning a cricket legend with a global push to reinvent bowling. Long celebrated in pop culture and […]
GENEVA: A new report from the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has forecast that global temperatures will remain at or near record levels for the next five years, raising serious concerns about escalating climate risks and their potential impact on societies, economies and environmental sustainability. According to the WMO’s Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update, each […]
HANGZHOU: In a groundbreaking move for both robotics and combat sports, China launched the world’s first humanoid robot boxing competition, the CMG World Robot Competition – Mecha Fighting Series, in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The unique tournament, organised by China Media Group (CMG), gathered a range of advanced humanoid robots, including models from Unitree Robotics, to […]
Enjoy up to 90% off during Dubai’s 3 Day Super Sale from 30 May to 1 June. Over 2,500 outlets, 500+ brands, and exciting chances to win AED 20,000 await. Dubai: Just in time for Eid Al Adha, Dubai’s biggest shopping extravaganza is back! From 30 May to 1 June, the 3 Day Super Sale […]
Celebrate Eid in Dubai from 2–8 June 2025 with live concerts, hotel getaways, 90% off sales, family attractions, and cultural shows. Dubai: From 2 to 8 June 2025, Eid in Dubai will bring the city alive with thrilling concerts, exclusive hotel deals, cultural showcases, and the biggest shopping bonanza of the year. Organised by Dubai […]
Sobha Realty announces 120-day maternity leave for female employees—doubling the UAE legal mandate and setting a sector benchmark. Dubai: Sobha Realty, a leading global luxury real estate developer, has made headlines by significantly enhancing its maternity leave policy. The company announced that it will now offer 120 days of paid maternity leave to its female […]
