Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved a major project called ‘Tasreef’ to upgrade how rainwater drains across Dubai. This project will cost AED30 billion and aims to make Dubai’s drainage system 700% better. It will cover all areas of the city to improve safety and prepare for future weather changes. Sheikh Mohammed […]
Common drugs like Paracetamol 500 mg and some vitamin and calcium tablets – were of sub-standard quality. NEW DELHI: The drug regulator in India has identified 50 essential medicines, including those for fever and seizures, as being of poor quality across the country. These drugs, crucial for treating various health conditions, range from paracetamol and […]
In 2024, Google reported that less than 1% of all Chrome extension installs from its Web Store—now housing over 250,000 extensions—contained malware. Despite efforts to maintain a secure environment, some malicious extensions slip through, prompting ongoing monitoring by Google’s security team. Researchers from Stanford University and CISPA Helmholtz Center analyzed “Security-Noteworthy Extensions” (SNEs) on the […]
Przewalski’s horses, known as Kertagy, are the world’s last wild breed of horses Seven special horses—Ypsilonk, Zeta II, Zorro, Tessa, Sary, Wespe, and Umbra—have made a big comeback to Kazakhstan after being gone for a long while… almost 200 years! They were flown in from Prague Zoo in the Czech Republic and Berlin Zoo in […]
Dubai: RTA and Swaidan Trading are testing a special type of bus that runs on hydrogen instead of regular fuel like gasoline or diesel. This hydrogen bus is designed to be better for the environment because it doesn’t release harmful gases that pollute the air. They’re trying out this hydrogen bus on the streets of […]
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, recently visited Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2024, an event hosted by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council. This sports extravaganza runs until August 23, 2024, at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. Spanning over 34,000 square meters, the […]
CAIRO: In June 2024, an Egyptian-Italian archaeological team made a remarkable discovery near the Aga Khan Mausoleum on Aswan’s west bank. They uncovered 33 Graeco-Roman family tombs previously unknown to scholars, shedding light on the health challenges faced by people of that time. These tombs are part of a larger cemetery spanning over 400 burial […]
The Ruler of Sharjah has instructed municipal leaders to conduct daily tours and approved AED 19 million for renovating park walls. In an effort to enhance Sharjah’s visual appeal, H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has taken decisive steps beautification of the city’s public spaces. […]
DUBAI: In a heart-stopping encounter at the ICC T20 World Cup, Afghanistan clinched a nail-biting victory against Bangladesh, securing their maiden semi-final berth in a high-octane match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final ball. The Rashid Khan-led Afghan side showcased nerves of steel as they defended a modest total, […]
Sharjah: Researchers at the American University of Sharjah have created two special sensors that can detect very small amounts of harmful chemicals containing phosphorus. These chemicals are found in things like pesticides and even dangerous substances used in warfare. These sensors have many uses. They can help the military find dangerous chemicals, help farmers check […]
44 GEMS schools across the UAE and Qatar participate in nine-month challenge. DUBAI: GEMS Education students showcased the best of their innovative thinking at the 7th Global Innovation Challenge 2024 at the weekend, with the winners bagging up to AED 10,000 in seeding funds to further develop their ideas and bring them to market. This […]
