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Qatar boosts green mobility with 300+ fast EV chargers that charge up to 80% in just 30 mins | World News

Kahramaa announced that Qatar has surpassed 300 fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers/Image: File TL;DR: Qatar has installed over 300 fast EV chargers nationwide as of 1 August 2025 under its green mobility initiative. These DC fast chargers deliver high-power, rapid charging, often bringing EV batteries from 20% to 80% in under 30 minutes. This infrastructure […]

Kuwait Petroleum to begin retiring employees over 60 this year, shifting focus to hiring young nationals | World News

Kuwait’s KPC ends automatic renewals for employees above 60/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) will begin retiring employees aged 60 and above to make room for younger Kuwaiti professionals. This step is part of a wider national workforce strategy aimed at reducing dependence on expatriate labor. Recruitment efforts will now focus on fresh graduates, […]

Kuwait’s Shrimp fishing season kicks off after 7-month ban: 297 vessels ready for harvest | World News

Shrimp fishing season started in Kuwait/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait officially started its shrimp fishing season in its economic zone from 1 August, allowing licensed boats to harvest shrimp until early 2026. Shrimp are marine decapod crustaceans, valuable both commercially and ecologically, with Kuwait focusing on penaeid species like Penaeus semisulcatus and Metapenaeus affinis. Authorities strictly […]

Ukrainian drones strike oil depot in Russia’s Sochi; spark massive fire – watch

Ukraine drone strike in Sochi A Ukrainian drone strike overnight ignited a fire at an oil depot in the Russian resort city of Sochi, local authorities confirmed on Sunday. The city, which hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics, rarely experiences such attacks. “Sochi suffered a drone attack by the Kyiv regime last night,” Krasnodar region governor […]

Mass crackdown in Saudi Arabia: Arrests over 22,000 in one week for residency and labour violations | World News

Between 24–30 July 2025, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior detained 22,147 individuals/Representative Image TL;DR: Between July 24–30, 2025, authorities detained 22,147 violators in a nationwide sweep. Arrests included illegal residents, border crossers, and labour law violators, with 11,000 already deported. The government warned of severe penalties including prison, fines, and asset seizure for anyone aiding […]

If the viral Coldplay kiss cam incident happened in UAE, how would the law handle it? | World News

UAE law draws a line between scandal and crime/Image: File TL;DR: A Coldplay concert kiss-cam incident has reignited debate about infidelity and public exposure in the UAE and beyond. UAE law considers adultery a criminal offence but only with clear proof, a private complaint, and physical involvement. Emotional or digital cheating, while socially condemned, does […]

Dubai Metro issues warning: Avoid these costly mistakes or face fines up to AED 2,000 | World News

Metro rule-breakers can now face fines of up to AED 2,000/ Image: Dubai metro X TL;DR: Dubai Metro passengers face fines ranging from AED 100 to AED 2,000, depending on the severity of the violation. Minor offences like eating, entering restricted cabins, or putting feet on seats incur AED 100. Moderate offences like fare evasion […]

Last seen at Burger King: Four Indian-origin family members missing in US; were en route to temple

Four members of an Indian-origin family have gone missing in the United States while travelling from Buffalo to Pittsburgh earlier this week, prompting authorities to initiate a search operation.According to police officials, Asha Divan, Kishore Divan, Shailesh Divan, and Gita Divan were en route to Pittsburgh and planned to continue to Moundsville, West Virginia, where […]

‘Insane handgun skills’: Sydney Sweeney’s shooting video goes viral; praised amid backlash over ‘great genes’ ad

Top 3 Golden Visa myths debunked: Here’s what you really need to qualify | World News

ICP has officially debunked major falsehoods circulating about the Golden Visa/Representative Image TL;DR: UAE authorities have debunked major Golden Visa myths, including claims about lifetime visas via one-time fees and eligibility based on nationality. Applicants cannot qualify using cryptocurrency or just a high salary, only official criteria and channels apply. Residents are urged to verify […]