Dreamt of being a ninja since “Naruto” or “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”? Japan’s Mie University has a real ninja studies degree — here’s how to study like one. IGA: Think being a ninja is just anime fantasy? Think again. In Japan’s Mie Prefecture, Mie University offers the world’s first ninja studies degree, and yes — […]
US chief trade negotiator Brendan Lynch arrives in Delhi to advance India–US trade talks, marking a push to resolve key bilateral trade challenges. NEW DELHI: India and the United States are gearing up for a new round of trade negotiations, with senior US trade official Brendan Lynch arriving in Delhi to set the groundwork for […]
Dubai Humanitarian dispatched a second aid airlift to Afghanistan in under a week, delivering 39.8 tonnes of critical relief supplies to support earthquake survivors. DUBAI: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has launched a second […]
Abu Dhabi has issued its first licence for autonomous delivery vehicles, kicking off a smart mobility pilot in Masdar City with plans for wider rollout. ABU DHABI: In a move that accelerates the future of smart logistics, Abu Dhabi has issued its first official licence plate for a self-driving delivery vehicle, launching a pilot programme […]
Dubai Municipality has launched the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab to pioneer people-centred urban renewal and position Dubai as a global design hub. DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has officially launched the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab (D.M-U.Lab), an innovative design platform aimed at setting new standards in urban planning and community-focused city renewal. The […]
Saudi Arabia has officially launched Google Pay through mada, marking a big step in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 push for digital payments and financial inclusion. RIYADH: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has officially rolled out Google Pay in Saudi Arabia through the national mada payment network, unlocking new possibilities for contactless payments and accelerating the […]
Sharjah’s Tanweer Festival returns this November, featuring global artists and immersive cultural experiences in the Mleiha Desert under the theme “What you seek is seeking you.” SHARJAH: The Tanweer Festival is set to make a grand return to the Mleiha Desert from 21st to 23rd November 2025, offering a unique fusion of global art, music, […]
Electricity production in Oman increased by 9% by July 2025, reaching over 30,239 GWh, driven by growing national energy demands. MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman has reported a 9% surge in electricity production by the end of July 2025, highlighting the country’s growing energy demands and industrial expansion. According to preliminary data from the National […]
Dubai Airports has completed the world’s largest installation of 520 Hearing Loops at DXB to support hearing-impaired travellers, marking a major milestone in accessibility innovation. DUBAI: Dubai Airports has announced the successful installation of over 520 Hearing Loops across Dubai International (DXB), setting a new global benchmark in accessibility for travellers with hearing impairments. This […]
An X user shared shock after a 40-year-old colleague died of cardiac arrest, just 10 minutes after texting for leave. MUMBAI: A sudden and tragic death has left social media users shaken after a man reportedly died of cardiac arrest only minutes after sending his manager a leave request. KV Iyyer, who shared the account […]
British teen actor Owen Cooper steals Emmys spotlight with history-making win. LOS ANGELES: Move over Hollywood veterans—there’s a new kid in town and he’s already making history. British rising star Owen Cooper has just become the youngest male ever to win a Primetime Emmy Award, and he’s only 15. At an age when most teens […]
