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Kuwait announces January 1 as public holiday for New Year 2026 | World News

Kuwait announces January 1 as a public holiday, giving government employees a three-day New Year weekend/Representative Image Kuwait’s Civil Service Commission has announced January 1, 2026, as a public holiday, giving government employees a three-day New Year weekend through Saturday, January 3. Official work will resume on Sunday, January 4, allowing residents and officials to […]

‘Excited to be girl mom’: Trump’s press secretary Karoline Leavitt announces second pregnancy; calls it ‘greatest Christmas gift’

Karoline Leavitt (AP image) White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced on Friday that she is expecting a baby girl, due in May 2026, calling the news “the greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for.” The 28-year-old shared the announcement in an Instagram post alongside a photo of herself standing next to a Christmas […]

‘100 times more powerful’: Trump announces plan for new Navy ‘battleship’; what’s the objective?

US President Donald Trump unveiled plans for a new class of Navy battleships, labeled the “Trump class”. He said the vessels would replace an “old, tired and obsolete” American fleet and help maintain US military supremacy.Making the announcement on Monday from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump said, “They’ll help maintain American military supremacy, revive […]

UAE announces new age rules for kindergarten and grade 1; Here’s what parents need to know | World News

From 2026, UAE children must be three to six years old by December 31 for admission/Representative Image The UAE has announced a major update to its school admission policy, changing the age cut-off for Kindergarten and Grade 1 enrolments. Starting from the 2026–2027 academic year, students will need to meet age requirements by 31st December […]

Cornerstone announces CXA, a ‘new-age entertainment and talent agency’ led by Bunty Sajdeh and Prarthana Ajmani : Bollywood News

Cornerstone, one of India’s leading brand and talent management companies, and Armour Entertainment, led by Prarthana Ajmani, have announced a strategic partnership, marking a new phase in the long-term plans of both agencies. As part of the alliance, Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has been signed as the first talent. Cornerstone announces CXA, a ‘new-age entertainment […]

UAE announces January 1 as holiday for public sector employees | World News

The UAE announces January 1, 2026, as a public holiday, with January 2 remote work/Representative Image The UAE has announced that Thursday, January 1, 2026, will be a public holiday for federal employees to celebrate New Year’s Day, while Friday, January 2, will be a remote work day for staff whose roles do not require […]

Bahrain announces public holidays for National Day and Accession Day 2025 | World News

Bahrain will observe public holidays on December 16-17, 2025, for National Day and Accession Day/Representative Image The Kingdom of Bahrain is set to pause its usual government operations next week as it prepares to celebrate two of its most significant annual occasions. Citizens and residents will have the opportunity to honor the nation’s progress and […]

UAE announces new Friday prayer timing across all mosques starting January 2026 | World News

UAE annaounces new Friday prayer timing/Representative Image Starting the first Friday of the new year, worshippers across the UAE will follow a new, unified schedule for Friday prayers. The move, announced by the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat, aims to bring consistency and better organization to mosques nationwide. The General Authority for […]

Mamdani announces he would move to 11,000-sq-ft mayor’s residence Gracie Mansion with wife because of ‘safety’ reasons

New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced Monday he would move to the official residence of NYC mayor Gracie Mansion with his wife Rama, after he is sworn into office in January. “This decision came down to our family’s safety and the importance of dedicating all of my focus on enacting the affordability agenda New […]

‘War criminal’: Indian-origin Shri Thanedar announces impeachment articles against Pete Hegseth over Venezuela ‘botch-up’

Michigan Democrat leader, Indian-origin Rep Shri Thanedar announced he would file articles of impeachment against Defense secretary Pete Hegseth who is under major scrutiny over his order to strike a small boat off the coast of Venezuela allegedly carrying narcotics. According to reports, during the September strike, Hegseth allegedly issued a verbal order to “kill […]