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Saudi Arabia introduces AI curriculum for over Six Million students as part of vision 2030 goals | World News

Saudi Arabia will teach AI to over six million students in 2025, supporting Vision 2030’s goal to develop skilled tech leaders/Representative Image In a decisive step toward future-proofing its youth and economy, Saudi Arabia is launching a nationwide artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum for general education students in the 2025–2026 academic year. More than six million […]

‘Time for both to move forward’: Netanyahu says Israel could withdraw from Lebanon; hails decision to disarm Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday hailed Lebanon’s decision to work toward disarming Hezbollah by the end of 2025, calling it a “momentous step.” He said that the decision could pave the way for Israel to scale back its military presence in southern Lebanon.Taking to X, the office of Netanyahu said that Israel “acknowledges […]

Israel hits Gaza hospital again: Khan Younis’ Nasser Hospital’s fourth floor hit; eight dead

Israeli strikes on Nasser hospital in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip on August 25, 2025, with reports saying several killed including journalists. (Photo by AFP) At least eight killed in an Israeli airstrike on Nasser hospital in southern Gaza’s Khan Yunis, the health ministry said in a statement.A spokesperson for the Qatar-based TV […]

UAE: Dubai adds 1.8 km of heritage trails in Deira Markets with AED 9.5 million upgrade supporting 500+ shops | World News

Dubai’s AED9.5 million heritage project in Deira created 1,784 metres of tourist trails connecting seven historic traditional markets/Image: WAM Dubai Municipality has unveiled a major redevelopment of Deira’s traditional markets, completing a heritage-focused project that adds nearly 1.8 kilometres of tourist trails while preserving the area’s historic character. The AED9.5 million initiative strengthens the emirate’s […]

Ottawa Pride parade: Event scrapped after pro-Palestinian protesters block route; Mayor calls cancellation ‘deeply regrettable’

Ottawa Pride parade scrapped after pro-Palestinian protesters block route (Picture credit: X/@TrueEager) Ottawa’s annual Pride parade was cancelled on Sunday after pro-Palestinian activists blocked the route near Parliament Hill and issued demands to organisers.The group Queers for Palestine – Ottawa (Q4P) stopped the march with what they said was the permission of the parade’s grand […]

World’s oldest woman at 116 becomes living witness to a century of history from Titanic disaster to World Wars | World News

Ethel Caterham, a British centenarian residing in Lightwater, Surrey, has officially become the world’s oldest living person at 116 years old. Born on 21 August 1909, Caterham has lived through some of the most transformative events in modern history, including the Titanic disaster, the Russian Revolution, and both World Wars. She is also the last […]

Prophet Muhammad’s birthday on September 5: Will UAE residents get three day weekend? | World News

UAE residents may enjoy a three-day weekend from September 5, 2025, marking Prophet Muhammad’s birthday on Rabi Al Awwal 12/Representative Image This year, the Islamic calendar places the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Friday, September 5, 2025. Based on lunar observations and official announcements, the date could coincide with a long weekend in […]

‘Do they teach history in Ohio?’: JD Vance mocked over ‘wars end with negotiation’ remarks; netizens remind him WWII ended with unconditional surrender

File photo: US Vice President JD Vance (Picture credit: AP) US Vice President JD Vance has drawn widespread ridicule after suggesting that the Second World War ended through “negotiations,” while defending President Donald Trump’s push for a diplomatic settlement in Ukraine.Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press on Sunday, Vance told host Kristen Welker, “This is […]

Reports say Prince William could seek new curbs on Prince Andrew’s titles as future king

Prince Andrew (Getty Image) Talk has picked up again about what happens to Prince Andrew’s titles in the next reign. Several outlets claim Prince William wants a tougher line and could look at further steps once he is king. There is no official plan on record; the stories rely on unnamed sources and remain unconfirmed. […]

National Guard in DC: Donald Trump’s crackdown escalates; troops begin carrying weapons

Members of the West Virginia National Guard patrol the National Mall in Washington. (Picture credit: AP) National Guard units deployed in Washington, DC, under President Donald Trump’s anti-crime push have begun carrying firearms, marking a visible escalation in the military presence on the capital’s streets.A spokesperson for the Joint Task Force confirmed on Sunday that […]