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Kuwait revokes 1,060 citizenship claims in largest-ever fraud crackdown | World News

[ad_1] Kuwaiti authorities intensify nationality investigations, revoking over 1,000 citizenships linked to forgery and fraud as part of a broader crackdown/Representative Image TL;DR: In July 2025, Kuwait’s nationality committee stripped 1,060 individuals of citizenship in a crackdown described as the largest of its kind. The fraud involved forged identity records, fabricated family trees, and dual-nationality […]

Global Encounters Festival 2025: What it is, why it matters, and what’s new this year | World News

[ad_1] Young artists and athletes from around the world gather to celebrate culture and sports at Global Encounters Festival 2025 in Dubai/ Representative Image TL;DR The Global Encounters Festival is a cultural and sports event by the Ismaili Muslim community, held in Dubai from July 20-27, 2025. It brings together over 4,000 young artists and […]

Dubai car leasing in 2025: Costs, rules and best options for expats | World News

[ad_1] Car leasing remains a flexible and hassle-free option for expats navigating Dubai’s roads, with tailored plans and updated requirements in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Leasing a car in Dubai remains a cost-efficient option in 2025, particularly for expats and residents who seek flexibility, lower monthly costs, and minimal financial commitment compared to buying. Lease durations […]

UAE’s upcoming fines and fees in 2025: Everything you need to know | World News

[ad_1] From stricter Emiratisation penalties to new nutrition grading rules: wave of updated fines and regulations in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Stricter Emiratisation fines for private firms came into force in July 2025. New nutrition labelling rules on packaged food products. Salik (toll) system expansion in Dubai, with new gates operational since June 2025. Expected changes […]

UAE’s upcoming fines and fees in 2025: Everything you need to know | World News

[ad_1] From stricter Emiratisation penalties to new nutrition grading rules: wave of updated fines and regulations in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: Stricter Emiratisation fines for private firms came into force in July 2025. New nutrition labelling rules on packaged food products. Salik (toll) system expansion in Dubai, with new gates operational since June 2025. Expected changes […]

Egyptian police kill 2 suspected militants in a shootout | World News

[ad_1] Egyptian police kill 2 suspected militants in a shootout CAIRO: Egyptian police said they killed two suspected militants in a shootout Sunday during a raid on their hideout in Cairo’s twin city of Giza. The Interior Ministry said the suspected militants belonged to the Hasm movement, which is affiliated with the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood. […]

Fire at Iran’s largest oil refinery: One killed at Abadan facility, several injured – watch | World News

[ad_1] Fire at Iran’s largest oil refinery: One killed at Abadan facility, several injured (Source: X/@IranIntl_En) A fire broke out at Iran’s oldest and largest oil refinery, state media reported on Sunday. The incident occurred on Saturday(local time) due to a leaky pump in an under-repair unit of the Abadan oil facility.The fire killed one […]

Dubai’s switch to cubic meters for water bills: Why it matters more this summer | World News

[ad_1] DEWA updates its billing units to cubic meters, aligning Dubai with global water measurement standards/Representative Image TL;DR: DEWA replaced gallons with cubic meters for water billing in March 2025. The change aligns with global standards and simplifies consumption tracking for residents. Summer months typically cause about 18% surge in water usage in the UAE, […]

UAE: After 100 years, the Arab world set to witness a six min total solar eclipse in 2027 | World News

[ad_1] A rare total solar eclipse will darken skies above ancient landmarks in Luxor, Egypt, on August 2, 2027/ Image: File TL;DR On August 2, 2027, a total solar eclipse will cross parts of North Africa and the Middle East. Cities like Luxor, Jeddah, and Benghazi will experience totality lasting over 6 minutes, the longest […]

UAE’s 2025 summer update: Flexible work, Armenia visa-free entry, and smoking alternatives | World News

[ad_1] UAE residents benefit from relaxed summer work schedules, visa-free travel to Armenia, and new health regulations to navigate the peak heat months of 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: UAE residents now enjoy visa-free travel to Armenia for 90 days within a 180-day period. Flexible summer work schedules adopted by Dubai and Ajman to support employee well-being […]