- Middle East
Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds named as Yas Island’s new chief island officer
A renowned Hollywood actor, Ryan Reynolds, has been appointed as Chief Island Officer (CIO) for Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading leisure and entertainment destination. In a promotional video released on…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia prohibits handcuffing accused upon arrest
Riyadh: The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) have approved a regulation amendment that prohibits handcuffing of accused individuals after their arrest, except in extreme circumstances. The amendment added a…
- Middle East
Erdogan urges Muslim world to act in unity to stop Israel’s attack on Gaza
Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged the Muslim world to act in unity in order to stop Israel’s attack on Gaza Strip and ensure it adheres to United Nations (UN)…
- Middle East
Iran imposes sanctions on US, UK over Israel support
Tehran: The Islamic Republic of Iran has imposed sanctions on United States (US) and United Kingdom (UK) individuals and entities for supporting and financing Israel in its war on the Gaza Strip.…
- Middle East
Gold prices in Dubai shoot up: Find rates here
The gold prices at the opening of the markets in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, May 2, rose by Dirham 2 (Rs 45.45) per gram. The Dubai Jewellery Group data showed a 24-carat…
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Russia allows headscarves in pasport photos
Moscow: In a significant development, the Russian government has allowed women the right to wear a headscarf or hijab in their passport photographs, the Russian Interior Ministry said. This law will be…
- Middle East
Karim Benzema returns to former club Real Madrid
Karim Benzema, the French footballer who currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, has returned to his former club Real Madrid to undergo treatment for a recurring injury. The announcement was made…
- Middle East
Video: Mosque roof collapses in Saudi Arabia amid heavy rain
Riyadh: The roof of the external expansion of the Old Dhahran Mosque, located on King Fahd University’s campus in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, collapsed on Wednesday evening, May 1, without hurting anybody over…
- Middle East
UAE hit by heavy rain, thunder, Indian airlines issue alert
United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents woke up to heavy rainfall with strong winds, thunder, and lightning in the early hours of Thursday, May 2, with more wet weather expected throughout the day.…
- Middle East
UAE: Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed passes away, 7 days of mourning declared
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed, Abu Dhabi Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, passed away on Wednesday, May 1. He was 82. The Presidential Court issued a statement, “In the name…
- Middle East
Turkey to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Ankara: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on Wednesday, May 1, that his country has decided to join the “genocide” lawsuit filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of…
- Middle East
UAE: New check-in service opens for Abu Dhabi airport passengers
Abu Dhabi: A new city check-in service has opened in Mussafah for passengers travelling through the Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi. The check-in service will be offered for Etihad Airways, Air…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia launches Nusuk card for Haj pilgrims
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has officially launched the Nusuk card for Haj pilgrims for the 1445 AH-2024 season. This came on Tuesday, April 30, during…
- Middle East
Heavy rains lash Gulf nations, UAE, Oman issue warnings
Several Gulf countries on Wednesday, May 1, witnessed heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and thunder due to low pressure developing in the Arabian Gulf, prompting government entities to warn the public to…
- Middle East
Akshaya Tritiya 2024: UAE jewellers offer free gold coins, discounts
Akshaya Tritiya, an Indian festival celebrated on Friday, May 10 this year, is traditionally marked by the purchase of gold to usher in good fortune and prosperity. Jewellers are offering exciting deals…
