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9-day mid-term break in the UAE starting October 13: Your ultimate guide to local adventures and getaways | World News

UAE students enjoy a 9-day mid-term break from October 13; explore local attractions, short getaways, and family-friendly activities/ Illustrative image generated using AI Starting October 13, 2025, students across the UAE will enjoy a well-deserved 9-day mid-term break, courtesy of the Ministry of Education’s newly introduced academic calendar. This extended pause offers families a perfect […]

UAE’s Car Modification Rules 2025: A complete guide to legal customisation, penalties, and approvals | World News

Illegal UAE car mods such as muffler deletes, neon lights, and dark tints risk fines and impoundment/Representative Image Car modification is a popular trend across the UAE, blending personal style with performance upgrades. But customising your vehicle without following official procedures can lead to heavy penalties, vehicle impoundment, or insurance voiding. This guide breaks down […]

UAE Mission Visa 2025: A complete guide to short term employment for expat professionals | World News

The UAE Mission Visa allows short-term legal employment for foreign professionals on project-based assignments/Representative Image The UAE Mission Visa serves as a specialized short-term work permit tailored for foreign professionals hired for specific, time-bound projects. Unlike traditional employment visas, it provides companies with the flexibility to onboard skilled workers for temporary assignments without long-term commitments. […]

How to get a Saudi driving license: A complete guide for foreign residents not eligible for direct conversion | World News

Foreign residents without convertible licenses must pass medical tests, attend driving school, and complete theory and practical exams in Saudi Arabia/ Representative Image Foreigners in Saudi Arabia can drive using international licenses for up to one year, and those from 48 approved countries can convert their existing license directly. But if you’re not eligible for […]

New US citizenship test revealed: Passing score remains same, but more questions added to guide

USCIS released new test for US citizenship with 128 questions which applicants have to study. The USCIS has revealed the new citizenship test that the administration was planning to bring in to assess the applicants better. The 2025 test brings back the 2020 version which was replaced by the Joe Biden government with the 2008 […]

UAE Jobseeker Visa: Your complete guide to working in the UAE without a sponsor | World News

The UAE Jobseeker Visa allows skilled professionals to explore Dubai’s job market for up to 120 day/Representative Image In a bid to attract global talent and support economic diversification, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers a unique Jobseeker Visa—an unsponsored entry permit allowing skilled professionals and recent graduates to explore employment opportunities within the country. […]

UAE Jobseeker Visa: Your complete guide to working in the UAE without a sponsor | World News

The UAE Jobseeker Visa allows skilled professionals to explore Dubai’s job market for up to 120 day/Representative Image In a bid to attract global talent and support economic diversification, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers a unique Jobseeker Visa—an unsponsored entry permit allowing skilled professionals and recent graduates to explore employment opportunities within the country. […]

‘Your contributions will guide generations’: Nepal mayor pays tribute to Gen Z protesters; toll rises to 51

Photos of people who were killed during the Sept. 8 protest are placed outside the morgue of Teaching Hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, during a candlelight vigil, Thursday, September 11, 2025. (AP) As the death toll from Nepal’s Gen Z protests rose to 51, Kathmandu mayor Balen Shah on Friday paid tribute to those killed, calling […]

How NRIs in the UAE can update their Indian passport address: A complete guide | World News

NRIs in the UAE must reissue their Indian passport via BLS, providing original address proof, valid visa, and mandatory documents/Representative Image For Indian citizens living in the UAE, keeping passport records accurate—especially the address—is not just about compliance but also a key to avoiding administrative roadblocks. Whether you need to update your Indian address or […]

What’s the tile game Meghan Markle played on Netflix? A beginner’s guide to mahjong

Meghan Markle played the game of Mahjong in her Netflix series A centuries-old Chinese game called mahjong is having a modern revival across continents, from luxury cruise ships and trendy hotel lounges to Meghan Markle’s Netflix series.In the sixth episode of her docuseries With Love, the Duchess of Sussex invites friends for a cosy game […]