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- Middle East
UAE approves draft law for places of worship for non-Muslim
Abu Dhabi: The Federal National Council (FNC) has approved a draft federal law regulating places of worship for non-Muslims. The draft law aims to promote the values of tolerance and coexistence and…
- Middle East
UAE using Wikipedia to ‘control narrative’ amid criticism of oil boss leading COP28
Abu Dhabi: COP28 president, Sultan Al Jaber has been accused of attempting to “greenwash” his image after it emerged that members of his team had edited Wikipedia pages that highlighted his role…
- Middle East
First images of MBR Explorer: UAE’s new asteroid belt exploration mission
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday launched the ‘UAE Asteroid Belt Exploration Project’ marking another milestone in its space exploration program. The mission will launch the MBR Explorer spacecraft…
- Middle East
Here’s how to renew Emirates ID, passport while outside UAE
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced a long-awaited move that will allow the renewal of Emirates ID cards and passports from outside the country, Arabic daily Emarat AlYoum reported. In…
- Bollywood
Salman Khan gets marriage proposal, here’s his reply
Abu Dhabi: When it comes to his marriage, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has long been the subject of speculation and sarcasm. Despite making it clear that he has no intention of marrying,…
- Bollywood
IIFA Awards 2023: Here’s the full list of winners
Abu Dhabi: The IIFA Awards 2023 was held in Abu Dhabi on Friday and Saturday with the IIFA Rocks event held on May 26, and the main awards night on May 27.…
- Middle East
Middle East’s first 100% electric waste truck launched in UAE
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Waste Management PJSC (Tadweer) on Saturday launched the Middle East’s first 100 percent electric heavy truck for collecting household waste in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Abu Dhabi…
- Middle East
Diplomats of 30 countries visit BAPS Hindu temple site in UAE
Dubai: Ambassadors and diplomats from over 30 countries visited the under-construction site of the BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi– the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the Middle East– to inspect…
- Middle East
Dubai police arrest 8 Israelis within 24 hours after murder
In a swift move, Dubai police on Thursday arrested a group of eight Israeli persons within 24 hours in connection with the killing of another Israeli compatriot. The incident took place inside…
- Entertainment
IIFA: Over 70 B’wood celebs including 20 A-list stars line up for the show
Abu Dhabi: International Indian Film Academy and Awards (IIFA), the grandest celebration of Indian Cinema, is all set to thrill fans with its 23rd edition in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on May…
- Bollywood
Video of Salman Khan’s security pushing Vicky Kaushal at IIFA 2023 goes viral
Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has been making waves on social media these days with his latest updates, like giving insight into what’s going on in his professional and personal lives through…
- Middle East
UAE flights: Wizz Air launches special fares starting from Dh129
Abu Dhabi: UAE low-cost carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, has introduced special fares for selected countries during the summer to meet the increase in demand from travellers. You can now book tickets to…
- Middle East
World’s first Bitcoin tower to come up in Dubai
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be the home of the world’s very first Bitcoin tower, which will be a hotel in the shape of a Bitcoin. The 40-story tower will be…
- Middle East
UAE: Indian bizman announces Dh 13M reward for staff as his firm turns 25
Abu Dhabi: An Indian company in UAE announced a whopping Dirhams 13.4 million (Rs 300 million) as a gift to its employees and their parents, on the company’s 25th-anniversary celebrations. The Sharjah-based…
- Middle East
World’s largest floating book fair ‘Logos Hope’ docks in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi welcomes the world’s largest floating book fair aboard the ship ‘Logos Hope’ docked at the emirate’s Mina Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi Media Office (ADMO) reported. On Wednesday, the Abu…
