Young drama actors from BRICS+ nations will join a Moscow fellowship to study Russian theatre techniques and Stanislavsky’s acting system. MOSCOW: Young drama theatre actors from BRICS+ countries are set to participate in the upcoming InteRussia fellowship in theatre arts, running from 25 August to 3 October in Moscow. Organised by the Gorchakov Public Diplomacy […]
Four expats from India and Pakistan win a combined AED510,000 in Big Ticket’s The Big Win Contest, celebrating life-changing prizes. ABU DHABI: The Big Ticket’s The Big Win Contest has delivered another round of life-changing moments, awarding four lucky participants a combined AED510,000 in Series 277. The winners — Indian and Pakistani expats — represent […]
From quirky curiosities to downright bizarre questions, Google has seen it all. Every day, millions of users type in queries that range from the oddly specific, like “Can you milk a pigeon?” to the wildly imaginative, such as “Do aliens watch Netflix?” These strange searches offer a peek into the limitless curiosity (and sometimes peculiar […]
Trump pledges Washington DC liberation, promising to eliminate crime and restore safety in the US capital today. WASHINGTON DC: US President Donald Trump has pledged to “liberate” Washington DC, claiming the capital will see sweeping changes starting today. The promise comes amid his continued focus on crime and border security. On Monday, Trump posted on […]
In China, adult pacifiers are trending as stress-busters, sleep aids, and smoking-cessation tools, sparking both curiosity and medical caution. In the current age of fast paced life, sleep comes at a price or doesn’t come at all. It is a luxury to be able to sleep peacefully, without disruptions and stress making you stay awake […]
PETZAEL: The Israeli army has killed 262 Nile crocodiles at a farm near the illegal settlement of Petzael in the occupied West Bank, sparking outrage from animal rights activists. The farm, established in the 1990s, was once a tourist site before being converted to breed crocodiles for their skin. It was shut in 2013 after […]
India calls new US tariffs on Indian goods “unjustified” and pledges measures to protect farmers, exporters, and MSMEs from impact. NEW DELHI: India has strongly criticised new US tariffs on its exports, describing them as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable,” while assuring that steps will be taken to protect the interests of farmers, exporters, entrepreneurs, and […]
WASHINGTON DC: Once the children turn 21, children born outside the US risk losing green card eligibility even if they have spent most of their lives in the country and culturally identify as American. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its policy manual. They changed the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age calculation. […]
India’s Supreme Court has given Delhi eight weeks to send stray dogs to shelters after a spike in rabies cases. SC also warned that if any person or organisation obstructs the authorities from picking up stray dogs, strict action will be taken against them. NEW DELHI: India’s Supreme Court has told Delhi authorities they have […]
Sharjah Ruler approves 700 new jobs, promotions, and pay increases worth $8.3m annually to support Emirati talent. SHARJAH: Sharjah has unveiled a major workforce development initiative that will see 700 Emirati citizens hired in government roles by the end of 2025, alongside extensive promotions and pay rises for existing employees. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed […]
The UAE launches AI-powered initiatives to strengthen the Arabic language’s global reach across publishing, education, and cultural heritage. ABU DHABI: The UAE is setting a global example in using artificial intelligence to promote the Arabic language and preserve its cultural heritage in the digital era. Multiple state-led initiatives are ensuring Arabic adapts to future demands […]
