DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a major contract to construct new bridges connecting Dubai Islands to Bur Dubai, marking a key step in expanding the city’s infrastructure to support its growing population and urban development. The AED786 million project will feature a 1,425-metre-long bridge with four lanes in each direction, capable […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has once again clinched the top global rank in fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) coverage, achieving a record-breaking 99.5% coverage, according to the 2024 FTTH Council Europe report. It’s the eighth consecutive year the country has held the number one spot, ahead of South Korea (96.6%) and China (93.6%). This feat is powered by […]
ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Emirates Nature-WWF have announced a new 5-year Citizen Science strategy to empower youth and promote environmental conservation across the UAE. Launched under the Year of the Community and building on the success of the Connect with Nature programme, the strategy will run from 2025 to […]
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The United States has officially started collecting a new 10% import tariff on goods arriving from multiple countries under former President Donald Trump’s revived trade policy. U.S. customs officers began charging the tariff from 12:01 a.m. ET on Saturday, affecting imports at seaports, airports, and customs warehouses nationwide. This “baseline tariff” marks the […]
TRINCOMALEE: The strategic port city of Trincomalee is set for a major transformation as the UAE, India, and Sri Lanka join forces under a new trilateral agreement to turn it into a regional energy hub. In a landmark move, the three nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on major infrastructure and energy […]
DUBAI: The focus keyphrase Dubai World Cup 2025 stole the spotlight last night as ‘Hit Show’ galloped into history, winning the $12 million main race at the 29th edition of the Dubai World Cup 2025, held at the iconic Meydan Racecourse. The Qatari-owned champion, trained by Brad Cox and ridden by Florent Geroux, outpaced global […]
CHICAGO: Scientists at Northwestern University have developed the world’s smallest injectable and dissolvable pacemaker, a revolutionary device designed to provide temporary heart support without the need for surgical removal. Smaller than a grain of rice, the pacemaker can be injected using a syringe and is ideal for newborns with congenital heart defects. It pairs with […]
GENEVA: Artificial intelligence could disrupt 40% of jobs worldwide, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has warned. While AI is revolutionising industries, it could also deepen inequalities and widen the gap between developed and developing economies. The global AI market is expected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033, comparable to Germany’s economy. […]
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka’s decision to round up stray dogs ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit has triggered protests from animal rights activists. Authorities in Colombo and Anuradhapura have deployed dog catchers to remove strays from public areas before Modi’s arrival. Many of these dogs, known as “community canines,” are cared for by local […]
DUBAI: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reported a major leap in energy efficiency, reducing 104 million tonnes of CO2 emissions between 2006 and 2024—comparable to planting 527 million trees. This 43.61% improvement in electricity and water production efficiency reflects DEWA’s long-term commitment to sustainability and climate action. According to HE Saeed Mohammed […]
DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched ‘MyDubai Communities,’ a digital platform designed to bring together Dubai’s diverse population through shared interests and activities. This initiative builds on the popular #MyDubai campaign, which began in 2014 to showcase life in the emirate through social media. The new platform aims […]
