UAE Rain Driving Fines Explained: What You Can Be Penalised For As heavy rain and unstable weather sweep across the UAE, authorities are tightening enforcement on dangerous driving behaviours that spike during wet conditions. What many motorists do not realise is that these are not new rules but during rain, enforcement becomes stricter, penalties feel…
British actor and rapper Rizwan Ahmed is back on the screens with a new show ‘Bait’. The 43-year-old Academy Award winner has been promoting his much-loved work in a press tour that has now gone viral with one video. In a session with Juggernaut, Ahmed claimed that being a South Asian is like ‘being in…
11 Indian truck drivers have been arrested in the US. All of them are in the country illegally. The Yuma Sector Border Patrol announced the arrest of 11 Indian semi-truck drivers that took place in February in Arizona. All of them were present in the US illegally and they had commercial licenses from Florida, New…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) in India recently shared an important update for Indian expat students across the Gulf regions. Candidates who have registered to attend the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 in Dubai, Kuwait and Bahrain centres can now access more verified information about the exam. On Thursday, the Indian embassy in Abu…
Doctors in Saudi Arabia used robotic surgery to treat a two-year-old child with Hirschsprung’s disease/Image: SPA Doctors in Saudi Arabia have carried out a complex robotic surgery on a two-year-old child diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease, a rare condition that affects how the bowel works.The child, who weighs around 10 kilograms, was treated at King Faisal…
This image provided by the Emily Gregory Campaign shows Emily Gregory in Jupiter, Fla, Aug. 24, 2025. (Emily Gregory Campaign via AP) There’s a video of Donald Trump that keeps resurfacing online. The video, from 2016, has Trump telling a rally, “You are going to win so much… you are going to get tired of…
From viral video to statue: Dog rescue in Kazakhstan remembered decade later Nearly a decade after a spontaneous act of kindness captured hearts online, Almaty, a city in Kazakhstan has turned that moment into a lasting tribute.In 2016, a group of strangers formed a human chain to rescue a dog trapped in a reservoir —…
File photo: US President Donald Trump with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy The Pentagon is considering whether to divert some weapons originally intended for Ukraine to the Middle East as the war in Iran puts pressure on US stockpiles of key munitions, The Washington Post reported, citing three people familiar with the matter. Air defence interceptors among…
The American social media landscape has transformed into an anxious black hole overnight following a bold announcement from the White House. During the Fostering the Future Together Global Coalition summit at the White House on Wednesday, March 25, Melania Trump arrived with a white humanoid robot by her side. Developed by the AI robotics company…
Abu Dhabi confirms ballistic missile debris fallen on Sweihan Street A missile interception over Abu Dhabi turned deadly today as falling debris struck a busy road, killing two people and injuring three others. The incident has raised concerns over the risks posed even during successful air defence operations.According to the Abu Dhabi Media Office, the…
Khawaja Asif (File photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif took a jibe at the United States and Israel, saying that the goal of their war against Iran has “shifted to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.”Click here for live updates“The goal of the war seems to have shifted to opening the Strait of Hormuz,…
The Socotra archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean, has been referred to as the most alien place on Earth because of its bizarre, long-lost, and otherworldly features. The Socotra archipelago has been separated from the African mainland for 18 million years and has evolved into an evolutionary laboratory due to its isolation. UNESCO reports that…
American politician Brandon Gill has once again entered the social media hot waters after he made a remark on a video of Chhat Puja celebrations in Texas being circulated across social media. Taking to X, the Congressman representing Texas’ 26th Congressional District claimed he did not want third world religious communities taking place in his…
Kuwait Airways has introduced a new service allowing passengers to obtain a transit visa to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia while booking their flight tickets. The move is aimed at simplifying travel procedures by integrating visa processing into the airline’s booking system. The airline said the service is available through all Kuwait Airways sales offices…
UAE Flights Grounded? What Travellers Need to Know About Current Delays and Cancellations As unstable weather continues to sweep across the UAE, the travel disruption is no longer confined to roads and city life but has now spilled into the skies, triggering a wave of flight delays, cancellations and urgent travel advisories from major airlines….
Saudi Arabia grants visa exemption and fine free exit of stranded tourist/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced temporary measures to address the status of visitors whose visas have expired, offering flexibility to those unable to leave due to disruptions caused by the ongoing US-Israel war with Iran. The move comes as authorities respond to travel…
The White House on Wednesday issued a strong warning to Iran, saying US President Donald Trump is prepared to “unleash hell” if Tehran refuses to accept a deal to end the ongoing war in the Middle East.Speaking at a briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “President Trump does not bluff, and he is…
Think Your Car Sounds Cool? It Could Now Get You Fined Dh1,000 in UAE A new warning from UAE authorities is putting motorists on notice and it is not about speeding or seatbelts this time. Instead, the spotlight has shifted to a growing urban nuisance of loud vehicles and illegally modified cars that are disrupting…
PC: Gryfino Forest District In northwestern Poland lies the Crooked Forest (Krzywy Las), a protected grove of approximately 400 Scots pines (Pinus sylvestris) that grow up in a way that doesn’t conform to nature. The trees were planted around 1930, and each tree has a sharp 90-degree bend at the base, all of which face…
US President Donald Trump warned of overwhelming military consequences if Iran refuses to accept a deal to end the war. The White House struck a combative tone, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt stating that Trump is prepared to “unleash hell” and would ensure Iran is “hit harder than they have ever been hit before” if…
