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Second most expensive artwork in history: Klimt’s portrait of Elisabeth Lederer sells for $236.4 million | World News

Gustav Klimt’s Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer has become one of the most talked about artworks of the year after selling for 236.4 million US dollars, making it the second most expensive painting ever sold at auction. The result has pushed the artist back into global conversation and shown just how powerful the demand still is […]

Oman launches AI powered platform to showcase its history and receive global National Day greetings | World News

Oman launches AI-powered platform allowing global users to explore its history and send National Day greetings/Representative Image Oman has unveiled a groundbreaking digital platform, “Oman… The State and The Human,” coinciding with the country’s 55th National Day celebrations and the first official observance of November 20 as the nation’s formal National Day. The initiative combines […]

King Charles’ birthday: Why his divorce from Princess Diana still dominates royal history | World News

On the occasion of King Charles’s birthday, the divorce that ended his marriage to Diana, Princess of Wales remains one of the most resonant events in modern royal history. More than a personal rupture, the breakdown of the marriage exposed the monarchy to intense public scrutiny, altered how the institution manages scandal, and shaped the […]

UAE makes history: First ever government transaction using digital Dirham completed in under two minutes | World News

The UAE executed its first government Digital Dirham transaction via mBridge, completed in under two minutes/Representative Image The United Arab Emirates reached a defining moment in its financial evolution on Tuesday, as the first government transaction using the Digital Dirham was successfully executed. Issued by the Central Bank of the UAE, this digital currency represents […]

UAE Historic moment: Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais makes history as first woman to lead UN Tourism | World News

UAE’s Shaikha Al Nowais Makes History Leading UN Tourism / Image Credit: UN Tourism In a landmark moment for the United Arab Emirates and the global travel industry, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais has been nominated as the first-ever woman to lead UN Tourism in its 50-year history. Her nomination was confirmed during the 123rd UN […]

First animal in space! Brave stray dog whose 1957 space mission made history and never returned |

Sixty-eight years ago, on November 3, 1957, a historic event unfolded when Laika, a small stray dog from Moscow, became the first living creature to orbit Earth aboard the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 2. Her mission marked a groundbreaking milestone in space exploration during the tense era of the Cold War, showcasing the Soviet Union’s technological […]

Virginia elections: Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins race; makes history as the state’s first woman governor

Democrat Abigail Spanberger has become the governor of Virginia, making history as the first woman to lead the state after reclaiming the governor’s mansion from Republicans on Tuesday.The former congresswoman and ex-CIA officer defeated Virginia’s Republican lieutenant governor, Winsome Earle-Sears, as reported by CBS News. The Virginia race drew national attention, seen by many as […]

US government shutdown ties record for longest in history

The Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol near sunset in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. (AP Photo) WASHINGTON: The US government shutdown entered its 35th day on Tuesday, matching a record set during Donald Trump’s first presidency, as his administration warned of potential chaos at airports going into one of the busiest travel […]

India Creates History: Women in Blue Win First-Ever ODI World Cup After 52 Years | Udaipur Kiran

Navi Mumbai, November 2 (Udaipur Kiran) — The Indian women’s cricket team created history by winning their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, ending a 52-year-long wait and scripting a golden chapter in Indian cricket. Under the inspiring leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final to become world […]

India Creates History: Women in Blue Win Their First-Ever World Cup, End 25-Year Wait for a New Champion | Udaipur Kiran

Navi Mumbai, November 3 (Udaipur Kiran) — The Indian women’s cricket team created history on Sunday night by lifting their first-ever Women’s World Cup title, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final. With this win, India has become the new world champion in women’s cricket — ending a 25-year wait for a new team to […]