GAZA: A devastating update from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) reveals that Gaza has received no humanitarian or commercial supplies for over seven weeks. The Gaza humanitarian crisis is now at its worst point since October 2023, according to the agency. The Gaza humanitarian crisis has intensified following the closure of all […]
MADRID: Power has been restored to most of Spain and Portugal after the devastating Iberia power outage plunged millions into darkness, halted transport, and forced hospitals to suspend services. Though lights are back on, disruptions continue, and officials say it may take days to fully stabilise systems. The Iberia power outage began around 10:33 GMT […]
MADRID: A massive blackout has plunged large parts of Spain, Portugal, France, and even Andorra into chaos. The Spain Portugal blackout, which lasted for over two hours, brought cities to a standstill, halting trains, knocking out traffic lights, and crippling mobile networks. The Spain Portugal blackout also caused severe disruptions at several airports, leaving travelers […]
DUBAI: A recent global study has found that boiling tap water could help remove up to 90% of microplastics, offering a simple way to reduce plastic consumption. Researchers added microplastics into both hard and soft tap water samples. After boiling and filtering, they discovered that hard water, rich in minerals like calcium, was most effective […]
LONDON: A major energy summit at Lancaster House has paved the way for stronger international cooperation on global energy security. Co-hosted by the UK Government and the International Energy Agency (IEA), the two-day event gathered leaders from 60 countries, 50 energy firms, and several international institutions. The London energy summit focused on securing today’s energy […]
DUBAI: Spain UAE tourism is booming as over 200,000 visitors from the UAE travelled to Spain in 2024. This exciting figure, shared by Carlos Ruiz González, Director of the Spanish Tourist Office for the GCC, marks a 17% rise compared to 2023. Speaking at the Discover Europe Travel Summit meets Marhaba 2025 event in Dubai, […]
His Highness: Having brought the world together at Expo 2020 Dubai, we continue to play a constructive role in connecting cultures, fostering exchange of knowledge and advancing shared progress. Osaka: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited the UAE Pavilion at […]
From immersive storytelling to dynamic cultural experiences, the spirit of Earth to Ether draws global audiences to the UAE pavilion at Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan. Osaka, Japan: The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka marked a significant milestone by welcoming its 250,000th visitor today, just over two weeks after officially opening its doors. The occasion […]
MAUI, HAWAII: The world’s largest solar telescope just got a powerful new upgrade, promising to reveal the Sun like never before. The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, perched high on Maui, has been fitted with a new instrument called the Visible Tunable Filtergraph (VTF)—a game-changer for solar research. This fifth and most powerful instrument now […]
SHANGHAI: More than 100 new car models have been unveiled at the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, known as Auto Shanghai 2025, which kicked off this week in east China’s bustling automotive capital. Held under the theme “Embracing Innovation, Empowering the Future”, the event has drawn close to 1,000 companies from 26 countries and […]
GENEVA: Widespread vaccination efforts across Africa saved 1.8 million lives in 2023, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), with major improvements seen in immunisation against diseases like measles, polio, and cervical cancer. Thanks to initiatives led by governments and partners like Gavi, UNICEF and WHO, millions of children have been reached. Over 5 million […]
