Source: Albania Communism Legacy The isolated country for decades! Albania was almost out of the world, where life felt controlled with strict rules and a constant fear in shaping daily life. As per the regime followed at that time, travel was limited, and news from outside barely reached people. Even in today’s time, you can…
UK PM Starmer meets Chinese President Xi Jinping US President Donald Trump called out Britain on their dealings with China as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump made these comments Thursday while attending his wife Melania’s documentary premiere, amid growing Western efforts to rebuild ties with China.“Well it’s…
Legal traps, jail terms & seclusion The Pakistani government is doubling down on its legal offensive against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and prominent activists, framing the measures as essential for “national security.” However, as prison doors remain barred to visitors and human rights lawyers face decade-long sentences, critics warn that the country’s democratic…
As Washington recalibrates its Indo-Pacific strategy amid intensifying rivalry with China, a key congressional commission will next month examine the larger role India can play in shaping the region’s balance of power.The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission said it will hold its first public hearing of the 2026 reporting cycle on February 17 in…
Driving without licence could lead to jail, heavy fines/Representative Image Driving without a valid licence in Qatar is a criminal offence, and the Ministry of Interior has reminded motorists that getting behind the wheel comes with strict legal responsibility and serious consequences under the law.In a message shared on its official social media platforms, the…
Who is Kevin Warsh? The Man Poised to Lead the Federal Reserve Amidst Economic Uncertainty As the US approaches a potentially pivotal moment in global economic policy, former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Jerome Powell as the next Federal Reserve Chair, a decision expected to be formally…
The Privatization Strategy expands private participation across 18 sectors, targeting 220+ PPP contracts by 2030/Image: File Saudi Arabia has formally moved into a new phase of its economic reform agenda, with the government beginning implementation of the National Privatization Strategy following Cabinet approval. The shift signals a clear focus on execution, aimed at improving infrastructure…
A couple in Indonesia’s Aceh province were publicly caned 140 times each for having sex outside marriage and consuming alcohol, in what is believed to be one of the severest punishments since the region implemented Sharia law, AFP reported.The man and woman were struck on their backs with a rattan cane in a public park…
Is Sydney Sweeney Really ‘MAGA Barbie’? Hollywood Star Speaks Out on Political Label Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney has become the centre of an unexpected political conversation after addressing recurring online speculation about her views and identity, a discussion that she says she never asked to be a part of. Known for roles in Euphoria, The…
The UAE–Kuwait Women’s Forum opened in Abu Dhabi, aligning the 50:50 Vision with Kuwait 2035/Representative Image The first UAE–Kuwaiti Women’s Forum opened in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, marking a new phase in bilateral cooperation with a strong focus on women’s empowerment, sustainable development and future leadership. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint…
AI Revolution: Dubai Magnate Warns of Job Market Disruption, India’s Outsourcing Sector Vulnerable At the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Dubai business magnate Hussain Sajwani sounded a stark warning about the future of global employment: artificial intelligence is not just a productivity tool, it is a job-market revolution and economies dependent on outsourced…
(AI-generated image used for representation) In a strategic victory for the “Donroe Doctrine”, the Supreme Court of Panama has cancelled a major Panama Canal ports contract held by a Chinese-linked firm. Driving the news Panama’s Supreme Court has struck down the concession allowing a Hong Kong conglomerate to operate key ports at either end of…
The US Navy has expanded its military presence in the Middle East by deploying another warship, as confirmed by a US official to Reuters on Thursday. This move comes during a significant military buildup in the region amid rising tensions.An official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the USS Delbert D. Black had entered the…
UAE AI Adoption: Chatbots Become Everyday Partners for Residents In the United Arab Emirates, artificial intelligence is no longer a niche technology used only by tech companies. It is becoming an integral part of how people think, shop, work, plan and even solve day-to-day problems. As AI adoption accelerates, many residents are turning to chatbots…
US President Donald Trump (AP) US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (US local time) that he hopes to avoid military action against Iran and has plans to pursue further talks with Tehran on a possible nuclear deal, even as the United States ramps up its military presence in the Middle East.The President spoke to…
Despite US President Donald Trump’s claims that the new documentary about his wife was “selling out fast”, opening night data from the film’s Boston screenings showed nearly empty theatres.There was also an apparent effort to buy an audience for the First Lady’s documentary, “Melania”, which chronicled her private life leading up to the 2025 inauguration….
A Minnesota man armed with a BBQ fork and a pizza cutter was arrested at a Brooklyn jail on Wednesday after allegedly impersonating an FBI agent in an attempt to bust high-profile inmate Luigi Mangione out of custody.According to a criminal complaint filed in the Eastern District of New York, Mark Anderson was arrested at…
A helicopter with four people crashed into powerlines and ended up in the Meramec River at Meramec State Park in Sullivan, Missouri, around 1 p.m. Thursday, officials said.All four occupants made it out of the river safely and suffered “minor injuries”, according to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. They were under medical care at…
US President Donald Trump sent reporters on an unexpected guessing game after sharing an anecdote about a “very famous” friend for whom Ozempic apparently didn’t work—prompting amused denials from within his own administration. As journalists tried to decode the mystery, Vice President JD Vance jumped in to rule himself out, drawing laughter and briefly turning…
ICE agents reportedly laughed at a teenager who took life-saving medication to his 58-year-old father at a detention facility after the man was arrested while working at McDonald’s outside Minneapolis and later detained at a nearby facility.A video circulating on social media shows ICE agents arresting an old man and later during an interview with…
