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Israel carrying out secret excavations under Al-Aqsa Mosque: Jerusalem governorate
Jerusalem: The Palestinian Jerusalem Governorate has alleged that Israel is carrying out hidden excavations beneath the Al-Aqsa Mosque, endangering Islamic antiquities and the site’s historical fabric. In a statement posted on Facebook…
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Saudi Arabia imposes Rs 1 lakh fine for smoking in food outlets
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has introduced tough new penalties to enforce food safety standards, with smoking in undesignated areas of food establishments now attracting the…
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Kuwait replaces jail with community service for traffic offences
Kuwait City: In a landmark move, Kuwait has introduced a new traffic law replacing prison sentences and fines with community service for certain traffic offences. The reform aims to improve road safety,…
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Israel committing genocide in Gaza, says leading global scholars’ association
The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS), the world’s foremost body of experts on mass atrocities, on Monday, September 1, formally declared that Israel’s actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of…
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Another Palestinian journalist killed in Israeli strike on Gaza
A Palestinian journalist working for Al-Quds Today TV was killed along with her husband and children in an Israeli airstrike that targeted their apartment in Gaza City on August 31. The victim,…
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UAE jobs: Apple hiring for new roles
Dreaming of a career in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with one of the world’s most valuable companies? Here’s your chance to make it a reality. US technology giant Apple on Monday,…
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Admissions open for Doha Institute’s fully funded graduate scholarships 2026
Doha: If you are planning to study abroad, the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies in Qatar is offering fully funded master’s and PhD scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic session. Admissions open from…
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Festive fever begins: Dubai’s 24-carat gold touches Dh 418.75
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai continued their upward trend on Monday, September 1, with 24-carat gold reaching Dirham 418.75 per gram, according to the latest data from the Dubai Gold & Jewellery…
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Video: Global Sumud Flotilla departs Barcelona to break Israeli siege
In a historic move, the Global Sumud Flotilla—the largest civilian flotilla ever assembled—departed from the Port of Barcelona on Sunday, August 31, with the aim of breaking the Israeli blockade imposed on…
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Over 52 million worshippers visit Two Holy Mosques in Safar 1447
Riyadh: The total number of worshippers and Umrah pilgrims at the Two Holy Mosques reached 52,823,962 during the month of Safar 1447 AH. At the Grand Mosque in Makkah, 21,421,118 worshippers were…
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Passenger attempts to open Saudia flight door after landing in London
Riyadh: A passenger on a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight was restrained by crew at London Heathrow Airport after attempting to open the door moments after landing. The incident took place on Thursday,…
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UAE set to manage Islamabad airport
Abu Dhabi: Pakistan’s government has approved the transfer of operations at Islamabad International Airport to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in a move aimed at boosting efficiency and improving passenger services. The…
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Israel claims it killed Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida
Gaza Strip: Israel announced on Sunday, August 31, that it had killed Abu Obeida, the military spokesperson of Hamas’s armed wing, the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, in an air strike on the…
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Indian woman wins Rs 2.4 cr in Dubai Summer Surprises mega draw
Dubai: A 23-year-old Dubai-based Indian expat woman has won a life-changing prize of one million (Rs 2,40,09,400) in the mega draw held as part of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) on Sunday, August 31.…
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US to impose USD 250 ‘visa integrity fee’: India on affected list
Washington: The United States (US) has announced a new USD 250 “visa integrity fee” for non-immigrant visa applicants, under a provision in the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act, spearheaded by…
