UAE’s 2025–2026 school year runs from August 25 to July 3, with three mid-term breaks and a winter holiday/ Image: Pexels TL;DR Unified school calendar for 2025–2026 announced Applies to all public and private schools across UAE Academic year runs 25 Aug 2025 – 3 July 2026 (2 July for Sharjah private schools) Includes three […]
Zohran Mamdani is ahead of Cuomo in rank choice in NYC mayoral poll. In a stunning shift on the eve of New York City’s Democratic primary, Queens Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has overtaken former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a pivotal ranked‑choice voting simulation, according to a fresh Emerson College–PIX11–The Hill poll released today. Republican leader Vivek […]
Qatar emerges high with its Permanent Residency programme/Representative Image TL;DR: Qatar grants up to 100 permanent residency permits annually under Law No. (10) of 2018 issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI). Eligibility depends on continuous residence: 20 years if born abroad, or 10 years if born in Qatar. Must also meet Arab proficiency, good […]
Dubai’s White Points system grants 2 points per month to drivers with no violations, totaling 24 points annually for rewards/ Representative Image TL;DR Dubai drivers can earn up to 24 White Points per year by not committing any traffic, Salik, or parking violations. White Points can be used to cancel up to 12 black points, […]
Streamlined eVisa process aims to attract GCC-based travellers and boost regional tourism/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait reopened its improved e‑Visa portal in January 2025, allowing certain GCC‑based residents to apply online or obtain visa‑on‑arrival. Eligible applicants must hold a GCC residency of 6+ months, a valid passport, and work in specified professional categories such as doctors, […]
US President Donald Trump won a temporary legal victory allowing him to continue restricting media access to certain spaces such as the Oval Office and Air Force One. A federal appeals court in Washington, DC, has upheld an earlier ruling that enables White House officials to exclude the Associated Press (AP) from the rotating pool […]
Tensions between Iran and Israel continued as the conflict entered its seventh day with airstrikes, missile fire, and growing international concern. Israel says it has targeted key nuclear-related sites in Tehran, while Iran has launched a limited missile response. Here are the latest developments in the conflict:Trump: “I may do it, I may not.”Trump again […]
Image generated by AI for creative and illustrative purposes The UAE Ministry of Education and Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has published the official academic calendar for the 2024–2025 school year and confirmed key dates for the 2025–2026 term. The calendar applies to all public and private schools following the Ministry curriculum, with […]
For a certain period, Musk was a constant presence at the White House, and so was his 4-year-old son ‘X Æ A-12’. During Musk’s first appearance before reporters after he started leading Doge, Trump introduced Musk’s son as a “great guy.” (Image: AP) Source link
Renewable energy: The election result is seen as a mandate for stronger climate action, with Labor party’s progressive agenda resonating with voters, especially in contrast to the Coalition’s support for nuclear power. Albanese’s government has aligned with the global shift toward decarbonisation, cautioning that Australia can no longer rely on iron ore and high-emission coal […]
