DUBAI: Dubai AI Week has officially kicked off, bringing together over 10,000 participants from 100+ countries to shape the future of artificial intelligence. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, declared that AI is the foundation of Dubai’s future, calling it essential to every sector—from governance to education to the […]
RABAT: The Kalimat Foundation extended its humanitarian outreach to Morocco in 2024, gifting 600 books to children across multiple cities as part of its global effort to promote literacy in underserved communities. Timed with the 30th Rabat International Publishing and Book Fair, the Foundation’s visit was headlined by its flagship “Pledge a Library” initiative. This […]
MUMBAI: In an odd mix of revenge and cruelty, a 14-year-old pet dog named Prixy was kidnapped in Juhu in Mumbai by a security supervisor angry over a ₹4,000 (approx. AED 175) salary deduction. He then demanded ₹25,000 (approx. AED 1,095) to return the dog safely. The accused, allegedly abducted the dog on April 15. […]
DUBAI: Dubai SME recorded its most impactful year yet in 2024, helping shape the future of local entrepreneurship and boosting business confidence. As part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai SME has actively accelerated Emirati-led startups and made measurable progress aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33. The organisation supported the […]
SHARJAH: The waves were full of energy this weekend as the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) wrapped up the emirate’s debut edition of Ocean Man Sharjah at Al Khan Beach. The open-water swimming championship attracted more than 500 swimmers from 62 countries, cheered on by 2,500 enthusiastic spectators. Held over two thrilling days, the event […]
84-year-old wheelchair-bound UAE businessman, Vasu Shroff detained by Indian customs despite declaring a 10-year-old wristwatch with proper documents. Dubai/ Jaipur: In a deeply troubling incident that has sparked widespread concern, renowned Dubai-based Indian expat Vasu Shroff, Chairman of the Regal Group and recipient of the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman, was harassed and detained by customs […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has officially barred non-citizens from using the Emirati dialect in media appearances, introducing a new policy aimed at preserving the nation’s linguistic identity. The Federal National Council approved the move following recommendations focused on safeguarding the Emirati dialect from misuse or misrepresentation. From now on, only Emirati nationals will be allowed […]
PARIS: The global aid decline in 2024 marked a turning point after five consecutive years of growth, according to new figures from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). International aid from official donors fell by 7.1% in real terms compared to 2023, totalling USD 212.1 billion. This dip was mainly due to reduced […]
SHARJAH: The spotlight will shine on Indian culture once again as Sharjah prepares to host the seventh edition of Come On Kerala, the largest Indian trade and cultural fair in the Middle East, from May 9 to 11. The event will take place at Expo Centre Sharjah, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr […]
SINGAPORE: A team of researchers has discovered a clever way to turn raindrop electricity generation into a real power source. Using nothing more than water droplets and a vertical tube, scientists at the National University of Singapore have managed to generate enough electricity to light up 12 LEDs for 20 seconds. This isn’t just a […]
MUSCAT: The Qatar animal registration database of reptile sightings just got an intriguing new entry—but from next door. For the first time ever, scientists have confirmed the presence of the elusive black cobra in Oman, specifically in the Dhofar governorate. This rare discovery was led by researchers from the University of Nizwa, in partnership with […]
