New year, new payer timings in the UAE / Image: File Today, Friday, January 2, 2026, marks a landmark shift for the UAE. For the first time, the nation has moved to a unified Friday prayer timing of 12:45 PM across all emirates. This change, announced by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments […]
UAE lowers legal age to 18, strengthens citizen rights / AI Illustration The UAE Government has issued a new Federal Decree Law to restructure and modernise the nation’s Civil Transactions Law, aiming for a simpler, clearer, and more coherent legal framework that matches the evolving needs of society and business. This legislation is considered the […]
AI-image of Vladimir Putin dressed as Santa Claus (Image/X@@russembkenya) An AI-generated video posted by the Russian Embassy in Kenya has gone viral for showing President Vladimir Putin dressed as Santa Claus and distributing symbolic Christmas gifts to world leaders. The festive visuals carry clear geopolitical messages about alliances, rivalries and global power shifts.In the video, […]
Karoline Leavitt announced on Friday that she was expecting a baby girl in May. She did so quietly, with an Instagram post showing her standing beside a Christmas tree, writing that she and her husband were excited to grow their family and to see their son become a big brother. She is 28, already the […]
Dubai lights up New Year’s Eve 2026 with 48 fireworks shows across 40 locations/Representative Image Dubai is preparing to welcome 2026 with a spectacle like never before. On 31 December, the city will sparkle with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations, surpassing last year’s 36 shows. From iconic skyscrapers to waterfronts and sprawling landmarks, the […]
UAE braces for Christmas rain and chilly / AI Generated Image The UAE is trading its sunny blue skies for a more atmospheric winter vibe this week. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), a weak extension of a low-pressure system is sweeping across the country from December 25 to December 29. This shift […]
Image: The Globe and Mail When Prabjot Singh Wirring was preparing to enter the legal profession in Alberta, he encountered a requirement that placed him at the centre of a constitutional and cultural debate. Like all prospective lawyers in the province, he was expected to swear an oath of allegiance to the reigning monarch, now […]
Oman Air will operate Muscat–Taif flights thrice weekly from January 31, 2026, using Boeing 737/Image: Oman Air Oman Air is set to strengthen its presence in Saudi Arabia with the launch of a new Muscat–Taif route, beginning January 31, 2026. This expansion marks the airline’s fifth destination in the kingdom, joining Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam, and […]
Saudi opens military recruitment for men and women / AI Generated Image A fresh opportunity has opened for Saudi youth as the Ministry of Defense launches a new military recruitment cycle for both men and women. Starting December 7, applicants can register online for ranks from Private to Sergeant, with positions open to high-school, diploma […]
Emiratis can now renew passports and Emirates ID together in one step via UAEICP app/Representative Image In a major step towards seamless government services, the UAE has introduced a unified system that allows Emirati citizens to renew their passports and Emirates ID cards in a single, integrated process. The move, part of the “Zero Bureaucracy” […]
