Olivia Nuzzi did not set out to become the main character of American politics. For most of the past decade she was the sharp-eyed narrator hovering at the edge of the frame, first at The Daily Beast and then as Washington correspondent for New York magazine, turning the Trump era into a running tragicomedy of […]
Qatar National Day, from 10 to 20 December, features Darb Al Saai heritage camps, exhibits, and parades/Image: QNA Qatar is preparing to celebrate this year’s National Day with a vibrant programme at Darb Al Saai in Umm Salal, where history, culture, and community spirit will come together in one expansive setting. The celebrations aim to […]
new video loaded: Inside the Ultra-Orthodox Fight Against Israel’s Draft transcript Back transcript Inside the Ultra-Orthodox Fight Against Israel’s Draft For the first time in decades, ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel are being called to serve in the country’s military. The community is furious, with protesters and military-age men openly defying the draft. Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews […]
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman swore in ambassadors to 15 countries, enhancing global diplomatic relations/Image: SPA In a significant diplomatic move, Saudi Arabia formalized the appointments of its new ambassadors to multiple friendly and brotherly nations. The ceremony, held at Al-Khaleej Palace in Dammam, highlighted the Kingdom’s continued commitment to strengthening international relations. The […]
Republican Matt Van Epps has won the high-profile special election for Tennessee’s 7th congressional district, NBC News projected, holding a seat long considered safely GOP but unusually competitive this year. Despite Donald Trump having carried the deep-red district by 22 points in 2024, Democrats significantly tightened the margin, cutting the Republican lead to 9 points […]
UAE visit visas can be extended online or in person, with fees starting at AED 600/Representative Image UAE has made it easier than ever for visitors to extend their stay with flexible visa policies and convenient online services. Whether you are in the UAE for tourism, business, family visits, or other purposes, understanding the visa […]
Kuwaitis will get a three day New Year holiday from January 1 to 3, 2026/Representative Image Kuwaitis are set to enjoy six official public holidays in January 2026, offering extended breaks to start the year. These holidays cover both the New Year celebrations and the important religious observance of Isra and Mi’raj, giving residents and […]
Saudi Arabia’s 2026 $350 billion budget emphasizes Vision 2030, giga projects, social programs, and economic growth/Image: SPA Saudi Arabia has approved its 2026 state budget, outlining ambitious spending plans aimed at sustaining economic growth, supporting citizens, and advancing the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiatives. The total budget for the coming fiscal year amounts to 1.313 trillion […]
RaKai. Image via: 2xrakai/ Instagram Twitch has hit popular IRL and Just Chatting streamer RaKai with a two-year suspension, marking the fourth time the 16-year-old’s channel has been banned. On December 2, 2025, RaKai revealed on X that his account was suspended for “illegal activities.” A message on his Twitch dashboard detailed the 730-day suspension, […]
A 35-year-old Indian national has been sentenced to two years in a US federal prison for running a medicare fraud scheme that siphoned off more than $1 million through an Everett-based diagnostic laboratory. Mohammed Asif, owner of American Labworks LLC, was convicted in the US district court in Seattle for conspiracy to commit health care […]
