PAHALGAM: A Kerala family of 11 narrowly escaped the recent Pahalgam terror attack—all thanks to an unexpected delay caused by a salty breakfast. Their morning meal mishap may have turned out to be the most life-saving argument they’ve ever had. Lavanya, one of the family members, shared the emotional account. The group was en route […]
DUBAI: Get ready to power up! Dubai is launching a brand-new pop culture event — JPEX Entertainment Exhibition (JPEX) — a three-day celebration of anime, gaming, cosplay, and authentic Japanese culture. It runs from April 25 to 27 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City. What makes JPEX stand out? It’s entirely homegrown. Four […]
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has announced a major plan to remove artificial food dyes from all food products in the US by the end of 2026, aiming to create a healthier food system under the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) agenda. The move builds on a previous ban on Red Dye 3 and marks a […]
DUBAI: The Dubai property market hit a new high in the first quarter of 2025, racking up AED 114 billion in total sales despite global economic uncertainty. According to the Betterhomes Q1 2025 Market Report, the market surged ahead with a 23% year-on-year rise in transaction volume and a 29% boost in total sales value. […]
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has issued a strong condemnation of the recent terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, a scenic town in Jammu and Kashmir, India. The violent incident led to multiple deaths and injuries, deeply shaking the local community and global observers alike. In a firm statement, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign […]
DUBAI: History met the future in the most surreal way at the 2025 World Governments Summit. Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson had a two-way conversation with none other than Winston Churchill—well, a hyper-realistic AI version of him. This landmark moment happened during the Future of Government Communication Forum held from February 11–13 in DUBAI. […]
GOODWOOD: The luxury legend has made its next move — literally. Rolls-Royce has launched its Chess Set, turning a classic game into a handcrafted statement piece that’s more sculpture than sport. And yes, it’s just as bespoke as one of their cars. The Rolls-Royce Chess Set is all about hosting, elegance, and precision — three […]
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and India are taking their partnership to a new level by expanding the Saudi-Indian Strategic Partnership Council. The move introduces four key ministerial committees, including a new focus on defence cooperation and tourism and culture—a big leap in strengthening ties beyond trade and energy. The announcement was made in a joint statement […]
ABU DHABI: In a bold step for marine conservation, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the Arabian Gulf’s first project to survey, assess and restore traditional oyster habitats. This initiative aligns with the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Strategy and aims to tackle climate impact while reviving marine ecosystems and cultural heritage. The […]
UMM AL QAIWAIN: Earth Day 2025 saw a green start in Umm Al Qaiwain as 1,200 mangrove saplings were planted at Mangrove Beach. The planting initiative, part of the Emirates Environmental Group’s – EEG – national campaign “For Our Emirates We Plant,” brought together volunteers, officials, students and corporates to support the UAE’s climate goals. […]
SHARJAH: The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2025 kicked off today, April 23, at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing 12 days of colourful learning, fun, and imagination for young readers and families. Under the theme “Dive Into Books”, the festival is a treasure trove of over 1,000 events, blending reading, science, cooking, and creativity. Organised by the […]
