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Saudi Arabia: No Umrah visa without approved hotel booking, what pilgrims must Know | World News

Muslim pilgrims offer prayers at top of the rocky hill known as the Mountain of Mercy, on the Plain of Arafat, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, June 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Amr Nabil) In a major policy shift to enhance the Umrah experience and protect the rights […]

Driverless flying taxi in UAE soon? Watch Abu Dhabi conduct test flight over Marina | World News

Abu Dhabi tests the EHang EH216-S autonomous flying taxi, a two-seater eVTOL, above the Marina from the Cruise Terminal helipad/ Image:X Abu Dhabi has made significant strides in air mobility, showcasing its forward-thinking vision for the future with the successful public demonstration of an autonomous flying taxi test flight. The test, a milestone in the […]

UAE scientists create paper test that diagnoses diseases in 10 mins, no lab needed! | World News

UAE’s 10-minute paper test can be quickly modified to detect COVID-19, malaria, dengue, chickenpox, and more/ Photo : Abu Dhabi Media Office A breakthrough in infectious disease testing is set to revolutionize the way healthcare is approached in low-resource and remote settings. A team of scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has unveiled […]

How Indian expats in Dubai helped save 25,000 lives through decade of blood donation drives | World News

Over 250 blood donation campaigns led by Indian expats in Dubai have helped save more than 25,000 lives in 10 years./ Image: (Gulf News) As the world marks World Blood Donor Day on June 14, a quiet but powerful movement in Dubai is being celebrated for its life-saving impact. Founded by a small group of […]

With 99% compliance, here’s what the UAE is doing to protect workers in peak summer heat | World News

UAE enforces Midday Work Ban from June 15 to September 15, banning outdoor work from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM, with 99% compliance and fines up to AED 50,000. Starting Sunday, June 15, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE) will enforce the Midday Work Ban, a regulation prohibiting outdoor work under direct sunlight […]

Massive fire in Dubai Marina building extinquished 3,820 evacuated, no casualties reported | World News

A towering blaze swept through a 67-storey residential building in Dubai Marina, but was brought under control within six hours as 3,820 residents were safely evacuated without a single casualty. (X) Late Friday evening, a significant fire broke out in a 67-storey residential building in Dubai Marina. The blaze, which lasted for approximately six hours, […]

Exit permits, KD800 rule: What expats need to know about Kuwait’s new visa and residency policy | World News

New Kuwait rules require employer-approved exit and KD800 income to sponsor dependents (Representational Image) Kuwait has long been a destination for expatriates, attracting workers worldwide with promises of stable jobs and tax-free salaries. However, the Gulf nation is now tightening controls on who enters, stays, and leaves, introducing new rules that impact everything from labor […]

In UAE, AI now issues work permits in seconds, zero bureaucracy, zero paperwork | World News

With over 100 digital services live 24/7, MoHRE’s AI now grants work permits in seconds/ Image: UAE MoHRE The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has unveiled a major leap in its digital transformation strategy, introducing fully automated, AI-driven work permit services as part of its mission to deliver best-in-class services for both private […]

Donald Trump’s 79th birthday: Washington to host US Army parade and celebrations on June 14; Route, timings and know how to watch online | World News

On June 14, 2025, the US Army will commemorate its 250th anniversary with a large-scale public festival and military parade in Washington, D.C. The date also coincides with the US President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, drawing additional public and media attention. Events will be held across the National Mall and surrounding areas, featuring military demonstrations, […]

Israel strikes Iran: Air Arabia cancels flights to 10 countries, see full list | World News

Air Arabia suspends flights to 10 countries amid Middle East airspace closures triggered by Israel’s strike on Iran. (File) Sharjah-based low-cost carrier Air Arabia has temporarily suspended flights to and from several countries due to airspace closures triggered by escalating regional tensions after Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The cancellations affect flights scheduled for Friday, June […]