The UAE’s nuclear agency and Hyundai E&C signed an MoU to collaborate on knowledge sharing, strategic investments, and future international nuclear projects/ Image: WAM The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC) and Hyundai Engineering & Construction (Hyundai E&C) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (dMoU) in Seoul, Republic of Korea, marking a significant step forward in…
In the basement of a Jakarta housing complex, surrounded by the silver piping of the air-conditioning system, Indonesian technician Ari Sobaruddin is doing his part to tackle climate change. Mr. Ari and his colleagues will spend 12 hours capturing AC refrigerant to stop this “super-pollutant” — thousands of times more potent than carbon dioxide —…
The eerie interiors in Aunt Fatima draw heavily from Gulf culture, replicating elements like incense burners, old telephones, and vintage decor from real Saudi homes/Image: Internet The Gulf is rich with folk tales, some filled with bravery and hardship, others drenched in fear. Saudi YouTuber and indie developer Abdulla Al Hamad turned to the terrifying…
UAE-based Indians can now send money back home using UPI linked to international mobile numbers/Representative Image Indian expats in the UAE have long relied on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) during visits to India for quick, seamless payments. Now, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) no longer need an Indian mobile number to access this service. UPI can now…
Alia Abdelhamid (Left) and Melis Yilmaz (Right) from Dubai International Academy –Emirates Hills earned perfect 45 scores in the May 2025 IB exams./ Image: DIA Emirates Hills Several students across the UAE have achieved remarkable success in the May 2025 International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, with scores that outstrip the global average. Released on Saturday, July…
Trump on tariffs, Putin, Gaza truce, and TikTok deal aboard Air Force One US President Donald Trump addressed tensions surrounding multiple global conflicts which included Russia-Ukraine and the Middle East. He hinted at Sanctions against Russia, claiming to be dissappointed with Putin. He further talked about damage to Iran’s nuclear facilities and the potention Gaza…
Dubai is the ultimate destination for global celebrities, offering a perfect mix of luxury, lifestyle, and cultural allure./ Image: X From A-list Bollywood icons to global music royalty and Hollywood elites, Dubai has become the world’s go-to destination for celebrities who want more than just luxury, they want a lifestyle. Over the past decade, the…
Iran has again shut its central and western airspace for international transit flights on Wednesday, according to the statement of Civil Aviation Organization. The move, which affects key air corridors used by global airlines, comes amid rising regional tensions and security concerns.The restriction impacts only overflight routes , with no permissions granted for landings or…
Dubai issued 158,000 Golden Visas in 2023, increasingly granted to professionals in AI, climate tech, and cloud computing as the UAE shifts focus to innovation-driven growth. (Representative Image) The UAE’s widely-recognised Golden Visa programme, once a magnet primarily for foreign capital and real estate investment, is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Initially introduced in 2019 to…
A study in The Lancet reveals that steep cuts to USAID funding could lead to over 14 million additional deaths globally by 2030, reversing decades of progress in combating diseases like HIV/AIDS and malaria. Steep cuts in funding for the US Agency for International Development (USAID) threaten to cause more than 14 million additional deaths…
