The organisers of the Paris 2024 Olympics have promised that these games will be the greenest in history. They plan to run entirely on renewable energy, serve mostly locally grown food, and drastically reduce single-use plastic, which has been a major issue in previous Olympics. Observers see the Paris Olympics as a test for whether […]
BRUSSELS: In 2023, the EU saw 1.5 million new battery-only electric cars hit the roads, pushing the total number to 4.5 million. This is a big jump from 2022, which had 3.0 million electric cars, marking a 48.5% increase. These figures come from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. Battery-only electric cars made […]
NEW DELHI: The Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) has started a major project to address climate change in agriculture. This project, called the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA), aims to help crops, livestock, horticulture, and fisheries withstand extreme weather. NICRA will focus on areas in India that often face harsh weather conditions […]
ABU DHABI: UAE jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts athletes took home two major wins at the fifth Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC) on Friday evening at the Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City. The night featured 14 high-level jiu-jitsu and mixed martial arts matchups. Present at the event were Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa bin Sultan […]
Do you miss the iconic games from the 80s and 90s? The good news is that you can now enjoy these retro favourites on your Android and iOS smartphones! Super MarioSuper Mario has captivated gamers since its debut in 1985. Its enduring popularity continues to inspire new generations of players worldwide. Developed by Nintendo, it […]
From boosting heart health to supporting detoxification, beneficial qualities of beetroot and how you can incorporate it into your diet. Its deep-red colour is both cherished and abhorred — the first because it perks up the look of a dish like nothing else, and the latter because if it spills on your clothes the stain […]
COPENHAGEN: Extreme heat is claiming over 175,000 lives each year in Europe. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has highlighted that temperatures in Europe are rising faster than anywhere else in the world. Dr. Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, shared some alarming facts. “Europe is warming up quicker than other regions,” he […]
SHARJAH: The Sharjah Press Club, an initiative of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, wrapped up today the 6th edition of the Ithmaar Media Training Program for Children and Youth, which seeks to build and enhance media awareness and capabilities among children and youth between the ages of 10 to 17 years. The 6th edition of […]
ABU DHABI: The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police and ADNOC Distribution have launched a free checkup service for light vehicles. This initiative was announced on 2 August 2024 and is available during the summer and Inspections are available at 12 locations across ADNOC Distribution’s service and vehicle inspection centres in Abu Dhabi. Furthermore, this service aims to ensure […]
ABU DHABI: UAE has sent a plane loaded with relief aid to the Philippines. This is part of the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian efforts to help countries in times of need. The aid comes in response to the devastating landslides and floods caused by Typhoon Carina, which led to significant loss of life and property damage. […]
Top Grandmasters Praggnanandhaa, Nodirbeck, Arjun named among Superstar Men for Tech Mahindra Global Chess League Season 2 India/London: The Global Chess League, a joint venture between FIDE and Tech Mahindra, today announced its star-studded list of men players for the second season, scheduled to be held from 3rd to 12th October at Friends House in […]
