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Dubai attracts global talent tired of H-1B with stable visas, real estate boom

As H-1B uncertainty grows, global professionals pivot to Dubai’s visa-friendly policies, fueling a booming real estate market. DUBAI: With growing frustration over the H-1B visa system in the United States, thousands of global professionals are shifting their gaze to Dubai, where accessible long-term visas, tax-free income, and high living standards are reshaping career and lifestyle […]

British Council launches AiBC to boost real-time English learning confidence

British Council introduces AiBC, an AI-powered engine giving English learners instant, personalised speaking feedback and confidence-building support. LONDON: The British Council has launched AiBC, a new AI-powered English learning engine designed to transform how learners improve their speaking skills. The tool offers real-time, personalised feedback, helping students build confidence in communication for work, study, and […]

Over 5,000 artists boycott Israeli film industry over Gaza war stance

Over 5,000 global artists, including Superman’s David Corenswet, have joined a growing boycott of Israeli film institutions. LOS ANGELES: More than 5,000 actors, filmmakers and producers have signed a global pledge refusing to work with Israeli film institutions accused of supporting “genocide and apartheid against the Palestinian people.” The pledge, launched in September, initially gathered […]

4 international politicians who chose Indian wives

From the US to the UK, these five international politicians are married to Indian-origin women who are shaping public life worldwide. Indian-origin women married to politicians are increasingly becoming a big part of the new world’s political scene. From Usha Vance to Akshata Murthy, here is a list of five Indian women who are married […]

Eight OPEC+ nations to pause oil output hikes until March 2026

OPEC+ members, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia, will pause oil production increases in early 2026 amid cautious market outlook. VIENNA: Eight key OPEC+ countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Russia, and Iraq, have agreed to pause their planned oil production increases in January, February, and March 2026, citing stable global economic indicators and low […]

BlackRock scammed: Indian-origin telecom CEO accused of $500M loan fraud

BlackRock lost over $500 million to a loan fraud scheme led by telecom exec Bankim Brahmbhatt, involving fake invoices and fabricated clients. WASHINGTON, D.C.: BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm, has reportedly lost more than $500 million in a massive loan fraud allegedly orchestrated by Indian-origin telecom executive Bankim Brahmbhatt. According to the Wall […]

Russia confirms successful test of nuclear-powered Poseidon torpedo drone

President Putin announces Russia’s Poseidon unmanned nuclear-powered torpedo passed tests, claiming unmatched depth and speed. MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed the successful testing of the Poseidon nuclear-powered unmanned underwater drone—touted as one of the country’s next-generation “superweapons.” The announcement was made during a televised statement on Wednesday, with Putin highlighting the system’s unique […]

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