ABU DHABI: The UAE President’s Endurance Cup commenced on February 9 at the Emirates International Endurance Village in Al Wathba. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 26th edition of this prestigious event welcomed elite male and female riders from across the world. The endurance race, spanning 160 […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s provocative statements regarding the establishment of a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia, calling them a blatant violation of international law. Khalifa Bin Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State, reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and rejected any threats to its sovereignty, […]
RABAT: Recognising Sharjah’s global cultural influence, Morocco has named the emirate as Guest of Honour at the 2025 Rabat International Book Fair (RIBF), reinforcing strong UAE-Morocco cultural ties. The fair, organised by Morocco’s Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, will take place from April 17 to 27 at OLM Souissi. The announcement was formalised through […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully implemented Dubai traffic improvements at over 50 locations in 2024, easing congestion, boosting road efficiency, and improving safety across the city. These enhancements align with Dubai’s rapid urban growth and the government’s vision to position the emirate as a global leader in mobility. By introducing strategic […]
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned and rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent remarks regarding the displacement of Palestinians, reaffirming the centrality of the Palestinian issue to the Arab and Muslim world. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Kingdom praised the solidarity shown by Arab nations in opposing these […]
GAZA: The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to deepen as Gaza humanitarian aid remains critically insufficient to meet even basic needs, Oxfam International has warned. According to WAFA News Agency, the aid entering the region barely addresses a fraction of the urgent requirements accumulated over the past 15 months. Hadeel Qazzaz, an Oxfam spokesperson, highlighted […]
ABU DHABI: Louvre Abu Dhabi has achieved a historic milestone, welcoming over 1.4 million visitors in 2024—its highest annual attendance since opening. This brings the museum’s total visitor count to more than 6 million, reinforcing its status as a leading global cultural institution. The Louvre Abu Dhabi visitors were predominantly international, making up 84% of […]
Dubai: In a dramatic climax to DP World ILT20 Season 3, the Dubai Capitals overcame last season’s heartbreak to claim their maiden title with a four-wicket win over the Desert Vipers in Sunday’s final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Dubai Capitals took home the cash prize of USD 700,000 while the Desert Vipers were […]
NOME, ALASKA: A tragic Alaska plane crash has claimed the lives of all 10 people on board after the wreckage was discovered on sea ice near Nome, authorities confirmed on Friday. The small commuter plane went down while en route to Nome, a vital hub community in western Alaska. The U.S. Coast Guard led the […]
Did Elon Musk really get nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize? Turns out, yes—but not in the way you might think. In late January 2025, posts started circulating on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that Elon Musk had received a nomination for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. While these posts lacked details, they weren’t entirely false. […]
COLOMBO: A dream trip turned into a tragedy for two young travellers after a suspected pesticide poisoning at a hostel in Sri Lanka. Ebony McIntosh, a 24-year-old from the UK, and Nadine Raguse, 26, from Germany, were staying at Miracle Colombo City hostel when they suddenly fell ill. According to Sri Lankan police, the hostel […]
