Despite being potentially fatal, brain aneurysms remain dangerously underdiagnosed. Doctors calls for urgent awareness and early detection. We tend to think of a brain crisis as dramatic a stroke, a traumatic injury, a loss of speech or movement that demands immediate attention. But some of the most dangerous threats to our brain don’t arrive with […]
DUBAI: Dubai Police have dismantled a cybercrime network accused of defrauding individuals by impersonating legitimate investment brokers online. The gang allegedly promoted fake trading and investment platforms through social media and phone calls, luring victims with promises of fast, high returns. The arrests were carried out by the Anti-Fraud Centre under the General Department of […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to complete a vital traffic improvement project at the Dubai Healthcare City exit leading to Sheikh Zayed Road by 20 July 2025. The upgrade is designed to ease congestion and improve driving efficiency in one of Dubai’s busiest medical and urban zones. The project, which includes […]
ABU DHABI: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has announced that AED3.2 billion in VAT refunds have been issued to UAE nationals building new residences by June 2025, reflecting a significant rise in applications and overall refund value over the past year. The FTA confirmed that since the service was introduced around eight years ago, a […]
BRUSSELS: In a significant diplomatic move, the European Union has approved the launch of formal negotiations with six Gulf countries to forge deeper bilateral Strategic Partnership Agreements. The decision was finalised during a meeting of European affairs ministers in Brussels on Friday, according to Bloomberg. This initiative marks a strategic pivot by the EU as […]
SHARJAH: In a vibrant showcase of cultural heritage and sporting spirit, more than 1,000 young camels competed in the prestigious Fatameen race held at the Al Dhaid Camel Race Track on Saturday, 19 July 2025. Organised under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of […]
AL DHAFRA: Martina Strong, the United States Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, visited the 21st edition of the Liwa Dates Festival, currently underway in the Al Dhafra Region. Her visit highlighted the festival’s growing global appeal and cultural significance. Ambassador Strong expressed heartfelt admiration for the unique festival, which showcases the country’s deep-rooted traditions […]
DUBLIN: Ireland’s big pitch to pay people up to $100,000 to move to its remote islands got the world talking last year. But fast forward to now, and let’s just say the results haven’t quite matched the hype. The “Our Living Islands” scheme was meant to revive island life—but it’s seen only a trickle of […]
PASCHIM MIDNAPORE: In a deeply distressing incident, three elephants, including two calves, were killed after being hit by a speeding Janshatabdi Express in West Bengal’s Paschim Midnapore district. The tragic accident occurred near Banstala railway station on the Kharagpur–Tatanagar rail line as a herd of around 30 elephants was crossing the track late Thursday night. […]
BRUSSELS: A Belgian court has issued a landmark ruling to stop the transit of military components to Israel through the Port of Antwerp, citing humanitarian concerns amid the ongoing war in Gaza. The decision, delivered by the Brussels Court of First Instance on 17 July, blocks a shipment of parts intended for Israel’s Merkava tanks […]
DUBAI: Dubai Police’s Maritime Rescue Unit launched a successful mission to free a vulnerable green turtle entangled in abandoned fishing nets off the Dubai coastline. The turtle, spotted by a vigilant beachgoer, was found struggling and unable to surface for air, prompting quick action by authorities to intervene. Officers responded swiftly, locating the turtle near […]
