- Middle East
You can now explore top attractions at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island virtually
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island has announced the launch of its virtual experiences, which allow users from all over the world to digitally explore entertainment and leisure hub and other iconic landmarks in…
- India
UAE: Expat plans to build dream home in India with Rs 2 cr Mahzooz draw win
Abu Dhabi: A 41-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expatriate won a guaranteed raffle prize of Dirhams one million (Rs 2,25,06,100) in the 142nd weekly draw. The winner Ratish matched five out…
- Middle East
Kuwait: Expats must clear electricity, water bills before leaving country
Kuwait: Expatriates in Kuwait will now be required to clear their electricity and water bills before leaving the country, effective from Friday, September 1. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, on…
- Middle East
Watch: Ronaldo dons a thobe in Saudi Arabia, fans elated
Riyadh: Portuguese football player of Saudi club Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo, was seen wearing a Saudi traditional attire, which has gone viral on social media platforms. In a 15-second that surfaced on social media,…
- Middle East
Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim to takeover Man United for USD 7.6bn by mid-Oct: Report
Doha: Qatari businessman Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani, is reportedly set to complete his 7.6 billion dollar (Rs 6,29,15,46,00,000) takeover of Manchester United by mid-October. According to a report by The Sun, “A…
- Middle East
Iran unveils Mohajer-10 drone capable of striking Israel
Tehran: The Islamic Republic of Iran on Tuesday, August 22, unveiled a new drone called ‘Mohajer-10’, resembling the American MQ-9 Reaper drone, IRNA News Agency reported. The new drone was unveiled as…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia to include Mandarin classes in secondary schools
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has directed all public and private secondary schools in the Kingdom to implement the Chinese language, Mandarin, teaching program at a rate of two classes…
- Middle East
‘Fired on like rain’: Saudi border guards accused of killing hundreds of Ethiopians
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Saudi border guards of killing hundreds of Ethiopian migrants and asylum seekers between March 2022 to June 2023, as they tried to enter the Kingdom from…
- Middle East
Over 200 Palestinians, at least 25 Israelis killed, highest in a year since 2005
More than 200 Palestinians and nearly 30 Israelis have been killed in the occupied West Bank and Israel since the beginning of 2023. The current level of violence has surpassed last year’s…
- World
Watch: Young man in boxing gloves confronts Stockholm’s Quran desecrator
A young man wearing boxing gloves attempted to attack Silwan Momica who has desecrated several copies of the Quran in the Swedish capital, Stockholm. This came to light on Tuesday after a…
- Middle East
Watch: Lightning strikes Makkah clock tower amid heavy rainfall
Riyadh: The holy city of Makkah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Tuesday witnessed heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder, lightning and strong winds, bringing respite from scorching heat. Video clips…
- Middle East
Here’s how to open food cart, kiosk in Global Village Dubai
Abu Dhabi: The popular family-friendly destination Global Village Dubai, is back with a new season and set to open its doors to visitors on Wednesday, October 18. Season 28 will be open…
- Middle East
UAE: 2 Indian expats win Rs 22.63L each in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Four United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based expatriates, including two Indians, won the grand prize of Dirhams 100,000 (Rs 22,63,177) in the latest Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly draw. The winners –…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: Over 7M students back to school, university
Riyadh: More than seven million male and female students across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) returned to schools and universities on Sunday, August 20, marking the start of the new academic…
- Sports
Injury delays Neymar’s Al-Hilal debut by a month: Coach Jorge Jesus
Riyadh: The much-awaited debut of Brazilian football superstar Neymar da Silva Santos Junior for Saudi club Al-Hilal is on hold as the player suffered a minor injury. The arrival of the famous striker…
