Dubai Police warn of new scam: Fake consumer protection sites stealing personal data and banking info | World News

Fraudsters create fake “Consumer Protection” websites, luring users into downloading malicious apps that mirror their screens and steal banking data/ Representative Image The Anti-Fraud Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation in Dubai Police have issued an urgent warning about a new and growing online scam spreading through search engines and social media. Fraudsters […]

Ancient tombs unearthed in Iraq: Drought exposes hidden sites; ’40 discovered so far’

(Representative AI image) Archaeologists in northern Iraq have uncovered around 40 ancient tombs after falling water levels in the country’s largest reservoir exposed hidden sites, according to an antiquities official said on Saturday.The discovery was made near the Mosul Dam in the Khanke region of Duhok province, where an antiquities team led by Bekas Brefkany […]

Ramadan 2025: Saudi Arabia bans promotional activities during iftar at Islam’s holiest sites | World News

Saudi Arabia issued new guidelines banning all advertising and promotional activities during the distribution of iftar meals/Getty Images Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has issued new guidelines banning all advertising and promotional activities during the distribution of iftar meals at the Grand Mosque in Mecca […]

Arab Heritage List officially adds four historic sites in Oman, including mosques and forts | World News

Four of Oman’s historic landmarks are officially inducted into the Arab Heritage List/Image: Holidify TL;DR: Four historic sites in Oman: Al Hamoudah Mosque, Suhar Fort, Nizwa Fort, and Al Shawadhna Mosque have been added to the Arab Heritage List. These sites were recognized for their architectural, cultural, and historical significance during the 10th meeting of […]

UAE: Sharjah eyes UNESCO recognition for two more heritage sites after Jebel Faya inscription | World News

The emirate prepares to nominate Wadi Al Helo and Mleiha for global recognition/ Image: WAM TL;DR Sharjah’s Mleiha and Wadi Al Helo sites are next in line for UNESCO recognition. Jebel Faya’s inscription boosted Sharjah’s cultural tourism and scientific status. Ongoing efforts involve local authorities and strict conservation plans to protect heritage. Sharjah recently celebrated […]

Operation Grayskull: US justice department shuts child abuse sites; had 120,000 users and millions of files

US federal authorities have taken down a massive dark web network trading child sexual abuse material, in what the justice department described as “one of the most successful” operations of its kind.The move has resulted in the conviction of at least 18 individuals across the United States.The man at the centre of the investigation, William […]

US joins Israel, strikes Iran’s three nuclear sites; Trump suggests Fordow is destroyed – Top developments

In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump announced that the American military had struck three Iran’s nuclear sites early Sunday morning local time. The air strikes targeted Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, facilities at the heart of Iran’s uranium enrichment programme and marked a direct US entry into the […]

Deadly chaos at Gaza aid sites: Israel accused of killing 93 ‘hungry’ Palestinians; military disputes numbers, claims warning shots were fired

Palestinians flee Deir al-Balah in central Gaza Sunday, July 20 after the Israeli military issued evacuation orders ahead of expected operations in the area (AP photo) In Gaza, authorities reported that Israeli forces fatally shot 93 Palestinians attempting to receive humanitarian assistance on Sunday. The casualties included 80 deaths in the north during aid truck […]

‘We were willing but president … ‘: Did Donald Trump hold back strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites? Here’s what report says

Despite President Donald Trump’s bold claims that US airstrikes had “completely obliterated” Iran’s nuclear program, a new report reveals that the US president held back from authorizing a far more extensive military campaign that could have severely crippled Iran’s capabilities.The report by NBC News citing a US assessment of the impact of Operation Midnight Hammer […]

Israeli jets strike Houthi targets in Yemen; Iran-linked weapon sites bombed; seized ship, power plant hit

The Israeli military on early Monday confirmed carrying out airstrikes on several ports in Yemen, targeting sites linked to the Houthi group. The strikes hit the ports of Hodeidah, Ras Issa, Al-Salif, and the Ras Qantib power plant.In a post on social media platform X, the IDF wrote: “IAF jets, guided by intelligence, struck Houthi […]