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‘My son is in danger’: Father of UK journalist Sami Hamdi detained in US appeals for help
The father of British-Tunisian commentator and journalist Sami Hamdi, who was detained by US immigration authorities, has appealed to California Governor Gavin Newsom and senior British officials to help save his son’s…
- Middle East
Madinah, Riyadh join UNESCO Creative Cities Network list
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has named Madinah a Creative City for Gastronomy and Riyadh a Creative City for Design, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s growing cultural and creative influence…
- Middle East
Lost your passport abroad? UAE launches 30-minute return permit for Golden Visa holders
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Foreign Affairs(MoFA) has launched a new electronic service enabling Golden Visa holders who lose their passports while abroad to obtain a return permit…
- Middle East
Indian man shot dead in Saudi Arabia crossfire, family seeks justice
Jeddah: In a tragic shooting incident in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), a 27-year-old man from Jharkhand, a state in eastern India, was reportedly killed after being caught in a crossfire…
- Middle East
Telangana YouTuber Syed Hafeez receives UAE Golden Visa
Hyderabad: Telangana’s popular tech creator Syed Hafeez, founder of the YouTube channel Telugu Tech Tuts, has recently been granted the prestigious United Arab Emirates (UAE) Golden Visa in recognition of his contribution…
- Middle East
Gold prices edge higher in Dubai after Fed rate cut
Dubai: Gold prices in the UAE recorded slight gains on Friday, October 31, supported by a stronger global outlook, firm central-bank demand, and the latest interest rate cut by the US Federal…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia plans to invite 197 countries for Expo 2030 Riyadh
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia is preparing to invite 197 countries for Expo 2030 Riyadh, a landmark global event projected to attract around 42 million visitors. The announcement was made by Talal Al-Marri, CEO…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia to reduce Umrah visa validity under new rules
Makkah: The Saudi Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced new amendments to Umrah visa regulations, including reducing the validity period from three months to one month from the date of issuance,…
- Middle East
Telangana migrant’s death confirmed in Bahrain after five years
Hyderabad: In a rare and tragic case, the Embassy of India in Bahrain has confirmed the death of Sreepada Naresh, a Telangana migrant worker whose mortal remains have been lying unclaimed in…
- Middle East
Israeli envoy calls UN advisor Albanese ‘a witch’
United Nations: Tensions flared at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday, October 28, when Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, labelled Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human…
- Middle East
Indian expats in UAE to receive e-passports under new system
Abu Dhabi: Indian expats in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) applying for or renewing their passports will now be issued e-passports instead of traditional paper booklets. The move follows the global rollout…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia rejects Messi’s offer to play in Pro League
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has rejected an offer from Argentine football legend Lionel Messi to play in the Saudi Pro League during the Major League Soccer (MLS) off-season, a senior sports official has…
- Middle East
UAE faces scrutiny over arms links to Sudan’s RSF amid El-Fasher fall
As the conflict in Sudan worsens, several intelligence briefings and international investigations have linked the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to alleged arms supplies and financial networks tied to Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support…
- Middle East
Two Indians win Rs 8 crore each in Dubai Duty Free draw
Dubai: Luck smiled on two Indian nationals who each took home a staggering USD one million (Rs 8.86 crore) in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw held on Wednesday, October…
- Middle East
Record in Dubai: 48 barbers complete 190 trims in just one hour
Dubai: In a blur of razors, foam, and precision, 48 barbers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Lebanon have set a new Guinness World Record for the most beard trims and…
