This abandoned Soviet ghost town sits frozen at the edge of the Arctic (AI-generated) An abandoned town, largely unchanged from decades ago, sits at the far northern edge of Svalbard, beyond reliable phone signal or internet access. Pyramiden lies deep inside the High Arctic, once a working mining settlement and now a destination for a […]
Across parts of rural Japan, a shift is underway that has little to do with dams or new pipelines. Instead, it is happening inside individual homes. In villages facing population decline and rising maintenance costs, some households are testing compact water systems that operate without a public supply. These units recycle water on site, turning […]
Saudi Arabia restricts key jobs for expat workers under Saudization plan In a move that has sent ripples through the expat community, Saudi Arabia has officially restricted four high-ranking professions to Saudi nationals. On January 29, 2026, reports confirmed that the government’s Qiwa platform, the central hub for labor services, has stopped accepting requests to […]
One of the most anticipated Indian films in recent times, Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, has officially locked its theatrical release date. The big-budget spectacle, directed by S. S. Rajamouli, is slated to hit cinemas on April 7, 2027, a date that coincides with major regional festivals such as Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, […]
The Delhi High Court has passed an order protecting the personality and publicity rights of acclaimed actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr. (Jr NTR), marking a significant legal development amid growing concerns over digital misuse and AI-generated content involving public figures. Delhi High Court grants Jr NTR protection over name, image and ai misuse; recognises […]
Dubai+ debuts as a free, family-focused streaming platform / AI Image The UAE’s media landscape has officially entered a new era with the launch of Dubai Plus, a homegrown streaming platform designed specifically for Emirati and Arab audiences. Unveiled by Dubai Media, this digital destination aims to bridge the gap between traditional TV and modern […]
Your phone is now your signature as UAE banks go paperless For decades, a handwritten signature was the gold standard of trust in banking, but in the UAE, the ink is finally running dry. Banks across the country have begun a coordinated phase-out of traditional signatures for retail and corporate transactions. This shift means that […]
Recently, during his appearance on the Gujarati comedy YouTube series The Lavari Show, veteran actor Paresh Rawal spoke at length about the ongoing speculation surrounding Hera Pheri 3. The actor confirmed that the much-awaited third installment is definitely happening, but clarified that certain issues have temporarily stalled the film’s progress. Paresh Rawal Addresses Hera Pheri […]
Netflix has unveiled the gripping trailer of Kohrra Season 2, and the truth, this time, appears far murkier than ever. Premiering on February 11, the second season of the critically acclaimed investigative crime drama shifts its haunting gaze to Dalerpura, a town where secrets simmer beneath the surface and answers remain elusive. Kohrra Season 2 […]
A California university professor has warned that a freeze on new H-1B visa petitions could weaken higher education in Texas and across the US, arguing that international recruitment has been central to the success of leading universities. In a widely shared post, Jelani Nelson, a computer science professor at the University of California, Berkeley, said […]
