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Explained: Who is Somalian-American Omar Fateh – and how he won Democratic nomination of Mayor of Minneapolis | World News

TL;DR: Somali-American State Senator Omar Fateh, a 35-year-old democratic socialist, has won the DFL (Democratic Party) endorsement for Mayor of Minneapolis, defeating two-term incumbent Jacob Frey at a chaotic party convention. While Frey remains in the race for the November general election, Fateh’s victory signals a growing shift toward progressive and minority-led leadership in urban […]

Banish evil spirits: Indian-origin astrologer arrested in NYC for scamming senior citizen, bank raised alarm

Indian-origin astrologer arrested in NYC for scamming a senior citizen promising to banish evil spirits. Hemanth Kumar Muneppa, a 33-year-old Indian-origin astrologer, was arrested when a bank raised an alarm that a senior citizen was probably getting scammed, as the 68-year-old woman went to the bank to withdraw $42,000. This was to meet the astrologer’s […]

Jeju Air Crash: Pilots shut off wrong engine; probe finds clear evidence

South Korean investigators have found clear evidence that pilots of the Jeju Air plane that crashed in December shut down the wrong engine after a bird strike, a source familiar with the probe said on Monday. The investigation, led by South Korea’s Aviation and Railway Accident Investigation Board (ARAIB), has found that the left engine, […]

New travel rule: Qatar citizens can now enter Peru visa-free; here’s what you should know | World News

Qatari travelers can now explore Peru visa-free for up to 183 days/ Representative Image TL;DR Starting July 2025, Qatari nationals with ordinary passports can enter Peru without a visa for stays up to 183 days. This change simplifies travel planning for tourism and business, removing previous visa barriers. Peru expects this to boost tourism, strengthen […]

Vietnam races to prepare for Typhoon Wipha as Philippines suffers storm deaths

Vietnam races to prepare for Typhoon Wipha as Philippines suffers storm deaths. (Image: AP) HANOI: Vietnam braced for Typhoon Wipha on Monday as coastal provinces were placed on emergency alert and airlines canceled flights ahead of the storm’s expected landfall early Tuesday. The typhoon is forecast to bring powerful winds and heavy rainfall, raising the […]

Why Saudi Arabia imports sand from Australia despite its endless deserts | World News

Construction-grade sand imported from Australia and other nations meets Saudi Arabia’s demand for coarse, angular aggregates that local desert sands cannot provide/Image: NatGeo TL;DR: Saudi Arabia imports sand from nations such as China and Australia to meet construction standards for mega projects. Desert sand is unsuitable for concrete due to its fine, rounded texture. The […]

UAE’s 2025 tax update: How real estate firms can save on fair-valued assets | World News

The UAE Ministry of Finance’s new rule enables depreciation of fair-valued investment properties, offering firms fresh tax planning flexibility/Representative Image TL;DR: Finance Ministry’s Ministerial Decision No. 173/2025 allows firms to deduct depreciation on investment properties measured at fair value, if they choose the realisation basis, effective from tax periods starting January 1, 2025. Companies can […]

Omani Qahwa: What makes this traditional coffee unique and how it’s served across the country | World News

In Oman, the concept of Qahwa or Kahwa encompasses tradition, togetherness, and respect/Image: Instagram TL;DR: Omani Qahwa, a lightly spiced coffee, is a central symbol of hospitality and social bonding in Oman. Its preparation is an intricate ritual involving cardamom, saffron, and rosewater, reflecting deep cultural heritage. Serving Qahwa with dates and in traditional dallahs […]

World Bank forecasts 3.2% GCC growth in 2025, says smart spending is key to sustained growth | World News

GCC governments poised for growth rebound as the World Bank projects 3.2% regional GDP growth in 2025/Representative Image TL;DR: GCC real GDP growth projected at 3.2% in 2025, rising to 4.5% in 2026, up from 1.7% in 2024. Growth fueled by easing OPEC+ supply cuts and robust expansion in non-oil sectors particularly private consumption, investment, […]

From minimum wage to tax-free income: How Qatar is helping Indian expats grow in 2025 | World News

Indian expat families in Qatar are building stable lives through work, education, and community/ Representative Image TL;DR Qatar is attracting Indian professionals with career growth, safety, and family-friendly living. Indian-run businesses are growing, with fewer barriers to ownership than before. Legal reforms have improved job flexibility and worker protections for Indian expats. For many Indians […]