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‘Never witnessed him in inappropriate setting’: Ghislaine Maxwell breaks silence on Epstein; defends Trump | World News

[ad_1] ‘Never witnessed him in inappropriate setting’: Ghislaine Maxwell breaks silence on Epstein; defends Trump The US Justice Department on Friday released hours of interviews with Ghislaine Maxwell – the convicted accomplice of Jeffrey Epstein, in which she denied claims linking prominent political figures to Epstein’s alleged sex crimes. Speaking to Deputy Attorney General Todd […]

Actor Norman Reedus’s son in custody: Mingus Lucien booked for alleged assault charges in NYC; calls it ‘misunderstanding’ | World News

[ad_1] Actor Norman Reedus’s son Mingus Lucien booked for alleged assault charges in NYC (Pic credit: Instagram) Mingus Lucien Reedus, 25, son of actor Norman Reedus and supermodel Helena Christensen, was arrested in Manhattan on Saturday morning over an alleged assault, the New York Post reported. Reedus allegedly punched a 33-year-old woman to wake her […]

Who is Sheikh Jassim, the Qatari billionaire who tried to buy Manchester United but failed? | World News

[ad_1] Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, QIB chairman and Qatari royal, led a £4.79bn debt-free bid for Manchester United/Image: QIB Two years after Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani attempted a full buyout of Manchester United, new contractual developments have sparked fresh speculation. But despite the opening, the Qatari royal and his Nine Two […]

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

[ad_1] 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 […]

Kuwait inflation alert: Consumer prices rise 2.39% in July 2025 amid climbing costs of essentials | World News

[ad_1] Consumer Price Index in Kuwait rose 2.39% year-on-year in July 2025/Image: File Kuwait’s consumer price index (CPI) recorded a significant increase of 2.39% in July 2025 compared to the same month the previous year, according to data from the Kuwait Central Statistical Bureau (CSB). The rise reflects inflationary pressure primarily driven by higher prices […]

Oman’s hotel revenues rose 18% in the first six months of 2025, with tourist arrivals reaching 1.14 million | World News

[ad_1] Oman’s hospitality sector experienced robust growth in the first half of 2025/Representative Image Oman’s hospitality sector experienced robust growth in the first half of 2025, with hotel revenues rising by 18% coinciding with a 1.14 million increase in tourist arrivals. The surge reflects the country’s growing appeal as a travel destination and effective tourism […]

15 Emirati healthcare professionals to be honoured at UAE’s largest Health Awards 2025 after rigorous evaluation process | World News

[ad_1] Health Magazine has introduced an independent evaluation process for Health Awards 2025 nominations through a partnership with global consultancy Knight Frank./Image: X via Gulf Today Health Magazine and Thumbay Media have partnered with global consultancy Knight Frank to oversee a fully independent evaluation process for the Health Awards 2025. The collaboration aims to reinforce […]

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman donates blood to launch annual national blood donation campaign | World News

[ad_1] In 2024, over 800,000 people in Saudi Arabia donated blood, as the Kingdom pushes for 100% voluntary donations/ Image:SPA Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, donated blood on Thursday to launch the Kingdom’s annual national blood donation campaign. The act was described […]

Roblox blocked in Kuwait amid rising concerns on children’s online safety | World News

[ad_1] Kuwait has temporarily blocked Roblox/Image Credit: X Kuwait’s Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) has temporarily blocked the online game Roblox, following mounting public complaints and concerns for child safety. The action comes amid warnings from parents and public organizations about harmful content and unsafe practices impacting young users.TL;DR: Kuwait’s CITRA temporarily blocks […]

Botswana secures historic $12 billion investment agreement from Qatar’s Al Mansour Holdings | World News

[ad_1] In a strategic move to counter a deepening economic downturn and accelerate long-term development, Botswana has signed a $12 billion investment agreement with Qatar’s Al Mansour Holdings. The deal, encompassing multiple high-impact sectors, positions Botswana as a key partner in Qatar’s growing African investment strategy led by royal family member Sheikh Mansour Bin Jabor […]