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UAE fog alert: Authorities warns of extremely low visibility in Dubai and Coastal areas | World News

NCM issues safety alert for reduced visibility early sunday / Image: File If you are planning an early start this Saturday, January 3, 2026, you might want to double-check your windows first. This atmospheric “whiteout” isn’t just a scenic morning view; it is a serious safety concern. The NCM warns that the combination of high […]

Japan quake: Authorities warn of earthquake of ‘greater magnitude’; injured toll rises to 51

Japan on Wednesday reported 51 people injured after a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Aomori late Monday, prompting rare warnings of a potentially stronger quake in the coming days.According to the fire and disaster management agency, the updated figure marks a sharp rise from the 30 injuries initially noted by the prime […]

Hong Kong fire tragedy: Were authorities alerted long before? Key details

More than a year before a massive blaze tore through the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in Hong Kong, residents had raised an alarm over the use of flammable construction materials during ongoing renovation works. Their concerns, largely dismissed at the time, have now resurfaced at the centre of a widening investigation into one of […]

Kuwaiti authorities to revoke citizenship of prominent islamic Preacher | World News

Kuwaiti authorities are revoking a prominent preacher’s citizenship, citing national identity protection and legal compliance/Representative Image Kuwait’s well known Islamic preacher, recognized for his television programs and active engagement in cultural and intellectual forums, is reportedly facing the revocation of his Kuwaiti citizenship. The decision is part of broader efforts to protect the integrity of […]

Small plane carrying hurricane aid to Jamaica crashes into Florida pond minutes after takeoff; ‘No victims found,’ say authorities

A small plane carrying hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica crashed into a pond in a residential area of Coral Springs, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, on Monday, minutes after taking off.Authorities said no victims were found during initial rescue efforts, which have now shifted to a recovery operation led by local police. It was not […]

Kuwaiti authorities detain Actress pending investigation over controversial audio clip | World News

A Kuwaiti actress was detained for 21 days as authorities investigate a controversial audio recording/Representative Image A Kuwaiti actress, known for her extensive work in theatre, television, and film, has been detained for 21 days as authorities investigate a state security case following the circulation of a controversial audio recording. The clip, described as “offensive,” […]

Buried treasure uncovered: French man uncovers gold worth $800,000 in his garden; allowed by authorities to keep it

While excavating his garden for a swimming pool in May, a French resident uncovered a valuable treasure, that he ultimately got to keep. The man found a gold treasure valued at $800,000, according to local officials.The discovery, although made in May, was promptly notified the authorities, who subsequently permitted him to retain the valuable find, […]

Harvard Medical School explosion: Authorities call blast ‘intentional’, release photos of two suspects

An explosion that rocked inside a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston early Saturday morning appears to have been “intentional”, though no injuries were reported.Just before 3 am, a Harvard University Police Department officer was dispatched to the Goldenson Building on Longwood Avenue in Boston for a fire alarm activation, CBS news […]

UAE health authorities urge residents aged 50+ to take shingles vaccine for protection | World News

Turning 50? UAE health officials recommend shingles vaccine / AI generated Illustration If you’re 50 or older in the UAE, there’s a new health reminder to add to your checklist: the shingles vaccine is now available to help protect you from the painful rash and nerve-related complications caused when the chickenpox virus resurfaces later in […]

Saudi Arabia pension alert: Authorities confirms early November payments, what beneficiaries need to know | World News

Saudi retirees welcome early pension deposit this November / AI-generated illustration The General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) announced an early deposit of November 2025 pensions: payments will be credited on Thursday, 30 October 2025 instead of Saturday, 1 November, because the usual date falls on a weekend, a standard practice to ensure timely access […]