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British Council introduces AiBC, an AI-powered engine giving English learners instant, personalised speaking feedback and confidence-building support. LONDON: The British Council has launched AiBC, a new AI-powered English learning engine designed to transform how learners improve their speaking skills. The tool offers real-time, personalised feedback, helping students build confidence in communication for work, study, and […]

The Sharjah International Book Fair 2025 will offer free shuttle and marine transport from key locations in Dubai, Ajman, and Sharjah to Expo Centre Sharjah. SHARJAH: The Sharjah Book Authority has unveiled an expanded transport network for the 44th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025), running from November 5–16 at Expo Centre […]

University of Stavanger receives $1 million Human Energy Award for innovative employee wellbeing solutions in global energy sector. ABU DHABI: Norway’s University of Stavanger has secured the prestigious $1 million Human Energy Health and Wellbeing Award at ADIPEC 2025, marking a milestone in global recognition for workforce health innovation within the Energy sector. The initiative, […]

Kuwait mandates non-cash payment methods for all gold jewellery transactions, with legal penalties for violators. KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has officially banned the use of cash in gold jewellery transactions across the country. The directive, issued by Minister Khalifa Al-Ajeel on Sunday, requires all licensed jewellery dealers to adopt non-cash payment […]

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says headcount will grow again post-layoffs, with AI enabling a more efficient and productive workforce. NEW DELHI: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has shared a cautiously optimistic outlook on the company’s hiring plans following a turbulent year of tech industry layoffs. Speaking on a podcast hosted by Brad Gerstner, founder of Altimeter […]

Emirates Park Zoo welcomed new animals including a baby hippo, giraffe and mandrills, showcasing its commitment to wildlife conservation and breeding success. DUBAI: Emirates Park Zoo & Resort has proudly announced a delightful baby boom, featuring the birth of several new animals including Kibbo the baby hippo, Eid the baby giraffe, George and Georgina the […]

Over 5,000 global artists, including Superman’s David Corenswet, have joined a growing boycott of Israeli film institutions. LOS ANGELES: More than 5,000 actors, filmmakers and producers have signed a global pledge refusing to work with Israeli film institutions accused of supporting “genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.” The pledge, launched in September, initially gathered […]

Emirates has launched its Emirates World store in Riyadh, offering an immersive travel planning experience and reinforcing its commitment to Saudi Arabia. RIYADH: Emirates has inaugurated its latest Emirates World retail store in Riyadh, bringing an immersive, experience-led travel planning concept to Saudi Arabia’s capital. Located in the city’s heart, the 288-square-metre space blends personalised […]

India will bring eight cheetahs from Botswana in December as part of Project Cheetah, aiming to restore cheetahs to their historic habitat. NEW DELHI: India is set to receive another batch of eight cheetahs from Botswana by the third week of December as part of its ongoing efforts to restore the species to its historical […]

Sheikh Hamdan attends second ‘7 Over 7’ event, highlighting UAE’s inclusive volunteerism with People of Determination. DUBAI: H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, attended the second volunteering activity under the nationwide ‘7 Over 7’ initiative, held at Al Mamzar Park to mark […]

Abu Dhabi-based engineer from Chennai, Saravanan Venkatachalam, wins AED 25 million grand prize in Big Ticket’s Series 280 live draw. ABU DHABI: Saravanan Venkatachalam, a 44-year-old engineer from Chennai living in Abu Dhabi, has been named the grand prize winner of AED 25 million in the Big Ticket Series 280 live draw, held on 3 […]