Ten nations issued a joint statement rejecting Gaza military expansion, urging ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza immediately. VIENNA: Austria, joined by nine other nations, has firmly rejected Israel’s decision to launch an expanded military operation in Gaza. In a joint statement, the countries warned that such a move would worsen Gaza’s already dire humanitarian […]
The 2025 World Robot Conference in Beijing unveiled 10 future trends for embodied intelligent robots, highlighting cognition, decision-making, safety, and human-robot collaboration. BEIJING: The 2025 World Robot Conference (WRC) has spotlighted the next wave of advancements in embodied intelligent robots, unveiling 10 emerging trends that will shape the field. The announcement, made by Qiao Hong, […]
Under Operation Birds of Goodness, the UAE delivered 540 tonnes of food aid to Gaza, reinforcing its humanitarian support. GAZA: The United Arab Emirates has carried out its 68th airdrop of aid to Gaza under Operation Birds of Goodness, a key component of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The mission, conducted on 10th August 2025, was […]
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Balıkesir, Turkey, toppling homes and triggering overnight rescue operations in affected towns. ISTANBUL: A magnitude 6.1 earthquake hit the Sındırgı district of Balıkesir province in western Turkey on August 10, 2025, at about 7:53 p.m. local time, the Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD) reported. The tremor caused widespread damage, […]
Emirates updates power bank safety rules, banning usage onboard flights from October 2025 to reduce lithium battery risks. Dubai: Effective 1 October 2025, Emirates has introduced new safety regulations restricting the use of power banks onboard its flights. While customers may still carry one power bank under 100 Watt Hours, usage is prohibited during flights. […]
Researchers have discovered that a natural maple compound, epicatechin gallate, can block cavity-causing bacteria, offering a safe, non-toxic alternative for oral care. WASHINGTON: A natural compound found in maple, known as epicatechin gallate (ECG), could revolutionise the fight against tooth decay, according to a new study published in Microbiology Spectrum. The research reveals that ECG […]
The World Robot Conference 2025 in Beijing debuts over 100 cutting-edge robotics products, attracting global experts and industry leaders. BEIJING: The World Robot Conference (WRC) 2025 opened in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area on Friday, showcasing more than 100 brand-new robotics products — nearly double the number from last year. Running until Tuesday, the event […]
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on August 15 to discuss a potential Ukraine peace deal. The high-profile meeting aims to end the three-and-a-half-year war in Ukraine, which has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions. Trump revealed the news on social media on […]
The internet exploded after Apple’s Tim Cook handed Trump a gold Apple plaque live—during a $600B US investment event WASHINGTON, D.C.: Apple CEO Tim Cook shocked viewers by handing Donald Trump a custom Apple plaque with a 24-carat gold base live on TV—right in the middle of announcing a jaw-dropping $600 billion investment in US […]
Shanghai’s airports and cruise ports recorded over 3.67 million cross‑border passenger trips in July, up 11.8% year-on-year, and cruise travel surged with a 56% increase through July—highlighting a booming summer travel season. SHANGHAI: Shanghai’s summer travel season is heating up fast, with Shanghai cross-border travel surging across both aviation and maritime gateways. In July alone, […]
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Russia’s President Putin met in the Kremlin to reinforce bilateral ties, signing a Trade in Services & Investment Agreement (TISIA) and a land‑transport MoU—boosting cooperation in fintech, healthcare, logistics, professional services, and more. MOSCOW: His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, met with President Vladimir […]
