‘Over 200 arrested’: London police crackdown on supporters of a pro-Palestinian group; protesters call it free speech violation

[ad_1] Demonstrators hold placards during a protest in support of the Palestinian People in Gaza in Parliament Square in London (AP image) London police have arrested around 200 people after demonstrators openly defied a new law banning public support for a pro-Palestinian group, ‘Palestine Action’ arguing the legislation unfairly restricts freedom of expression.In a post […]

‘Over 365 arrested’: London police crackdown on supporters of a pro-Palestinian group; protesters call it free speech violation

[ad_1] Demonstrators hold placards during a protest in support of the Palestinian People in Gaza in Parliament Square in London (AP image) London police have arrested around 365 people after demonstrators openly defied a new law banning public support for a pro-Palestinian group, ‘Palestine Action’ arguing the legislation unfairly restricts freedom of expression.Earlier it arrested […]

Abu Dhabi welcomes UAE’s first-ever free K-Pop workshop with dance, vocals, video training this August | World News

[ad_1] Abu Dhabi is set to welcome a major cultural first: a free K-pop workshop open to youth, adults, and children. Spanning three days in August, the K-Pop Academy X DIMA Dream School will offer hands-on training in performance, vocals, and video creation, delivered directly by Korean industry professionals, including professors and student artists from […]

‘Not to occupy but free Gaza’: Netanyahu defends Israel’s military plans amid growing criticism; calls October 7 ‘most horrific attack against Jews since Holocaust’

[ad_1] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday said that Israel aims not to occupy Gaza but to “free” it from Hamas and support the establishment of a peaceful civilian government. His remarks were made during a phone call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s office posted on […]

Meet the Roblox creator behind Free Republic of Verdis, the ‘world’s smallest country’ with 400 citizens and its own passports | World News

[ad_1] In one of Europe’s most unusual geopolitical developments, a young digital designer has turned an unclaimed border region into a self-proclaimed nation. Daniel Jackson, a 20-year-old originally from Australia, declared himself president of the Free Republic of Verdis, located on a 125-acre patch of land wedged between Croatia and Serbia along the Danube River. […]

‘On brink of death’: Israeli PM pushes for ‘military solution’ to free hostages; Hamas demands ‘humanitarian corridors’ for aid access

[ad_1] Facing limited diplomatic options to resolve the hostage crisis, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is advocating for a “military solution” to secure the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas, an Israeli official was quoted as saying by ABC News on Sunday.Netanyahu has proposed expanding military operations in Gaza, aiming to use force […]

What will it cost to renovate the ‘free’ Air Force One? Don’t ask

[ad_1] President Trump makes no secret of his displeasure over the cost of renovating Federal Reserve headquarters – around $2.5 billion, or even higher by his accounting.But getting White House to discuss another of Washington’s expensive renovation projects, the cost of refurbishing a “free” Air Force One from Qatar, is quite another matter. Officially, and […]

‘Tax the Rich’: AOC flouted House Rules in 2021 Met Gala, accepted gifts, gave boyfriend free ticket

[ad_1] Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez flouted House rules in her Met Gala 2021 ‘Tax the rich’ appearance. A House Ethics Committee found Rep Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at fault for his much-discussed 2021 Met Gala appearance, where she wore her headline-making ‘Tax the Rich’ gown. The probe report released Friday revealed that AOC underpaid for costs and will now […]

UAE: Companies in select free zones can now buy and own property in Dubai under new deal | World News

[ad_1] If successful, Dubai’s deal with Masdar City could lead to similar property ownership models in other UAE free zones/ Image: File TL;DR Masdar City companies can now own freehold property in Dubai under a new DLD agreement. A digital system will handle registrations, with clear legal and administrative guidelines. This move aligns with Dubai’s […]

Dubai launches One Freezone Passport that unlocks access to all free zones; Louis Vuitton first to join | World News

[ad_1] Dubai’s One Freezone Passport offers 100% foreign ownership, tax exemptions, and fast business setup across all free zones/ Image: Pexels TL;DR Dubai launched the One Freezone Passport allowing companies to operate across all free zones with a single licence. Louis Vuitton is the first company to expand using this initiative, operating in both JAFZA […]