BEIJING: China’s private rocket company Galactic Energy successfully launched eight satellites into sun-synchronous orbits from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in Gansu Province, Northwest China, on Monday. Six of these satellites, part of the Yunyao constellation (No. 55 to No. 60), are designed to collect crucial atmospheric data. These satellites monitor temperature, humidity, pressure, and […]
CUPERTINO: Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air is set to introduce an ultra-thin design, and according to reports, the company initially considered making it completely portless—including dropping the USB-C port. While Apple ultimately decided to keep USB-C, industry insiders suggest a port-free iPhone remains a possibility for future models. Renowned Apple analyst Mark Gurman claims the […]
FLORIDA: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are finally heading back to Earth after an unexpectedly long nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The duo, originally set for a short test mission, faced delays due to issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Early Tuesday morning, Wilmore and Williams, both seasoned astronauts and […]
NEW DELHI: Butter garlic naan has been officially declared the best bread in the world by TasteAtlas, a globally recognised food and travel guide. The Indian favourite secured the top position in the latest ‘Top 100 Breads in the World’ list, scoring an impressive 4.7 rating. TasteAtlas described butter garlic naan as a traditional flatbread […]
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – In a significant move, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has acquired Niantic’s gaming division, the developer behind the globally popular mobile game Pokémon Go, for a reported $3.5 billion. This purchase is part of the kingdom’s broader strategy to diversify its economy and establish itself as a leading hub for […]
DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has launched the Home First initiative, introducing major housing reforms to enhance Emirati family living. The initiative aligns with the Year of Community and supports the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme, reinforcing family stability and social cohesion. Key changes include updates to the Dubai Building Code, allowing Emirati homeowners greater flexibility […]
DUBAI: The Mohammed bin Rashid Library (MBRL) has donated 5,000 books in Arabic and English to national service recruits in the armed forces. This initiative, part of the A World Reads programme, aims to instil a culture of reading and lifelong learning, coinciding with the UAE’s Reading Month. Dr. Mohammed Salem Al Mazrooei, Board Member […]
DUBAI: The grand finale of the spectacular musical Rajadhiraaj – Love. Life. Leela at Dubai Opera drew a packed audience, marking a major milestone in theatrical history. The world’s first and largest musical on Shri Krishna blended Broadway-style production with Indian cultural heritage, leaving spectators mesmerised. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance […]
WASHINGTON: A pair of U.S. astronauts stuck for more than nine months on the International Space Station will be returned to Earth on Tuesday evening, NASA said. After an epic nine months in space, Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are finally getting ready to head home. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are to […]
LONDON: UK businesses are increasingly eyeing the Middle East as a prime investment hub, with interest in the region doubling in recent years, according to new research by Pagefield. More than a third (36%) of UK business leaders now see the Middle East as a key investment destination for the next five years—up from just […]
SHARJAH: The emirate’s property market is getting a major boost with the launch of Ajmal Makan City – Sharjah Waterfront, a colossal AED25 billion (US$6.8 billion) coastal development in Al Hamriyah. Spanning over 60 million square feet, the project blends residential, commercial, and tourism spaces, catering to more than 60,000 residents across eight islands. Sultan […]
