In most parts of the world, red is the colour of revolution — socialism, labour movements, and left-wing politics. From the Bolshevik flag to Britain’s Labour rose, red has long been the hue of the Left. Yet in the United States, it’s the conservative Republican Party that’s bathed in crimson. How did that happen? The […]
Swift response as Nizwa wadi fire raises safety concerns / AI-generated illustration Friday, October 31, 2025, became a tense day for the residents and authorities in Oman’s Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. A fire broke out in the canyon-and-valley region of Wadi Al Abyad near Nizwa (in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate of Oman). The flames began in […]
1st exams set: Key rules for UAE students / AI-generated illustration On 30 October 2025, the UAE Ministry of Education confirmed the first-term examination schedule for Grades 3 to 12, establishing a unified timetable for MoE-curriculum schools across the country. The announcement provides long-awaited clarity for families, pupils and school administrators as they prepare for […]
Shirish V. Dáte, an Indian-origin journalist and veteran White House correspondent for HuffPost, has become one of Washington’s most recognisable media figures for his fearless questioning and sharp accountability journalism. Born in Pune, India, in 1964 and raised across the United States, Dáte’s career spans more than three decades across major outlets including the Associated […]
Dubai’s GDRFA wins global AI award for smarter services / Image: AI World Series Awards If you’ve ever wished government services were as fast and smooth as your favourite app, Dubai just turned that wish into reality. In a proud moment for the UAE, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) has been […]
As Talks Stall, SNAP Users Fear Imminent Cutbacks / AI-generated illustration The world’s richest nation is on the brink of a hunger crisis. As the US federal government shutdown stretches into its second month, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that it will run out of funds to pay food benefits by 1 November, […]
Mahmoud Shakshak, right, holds the bodies of his 5-year-old son, Fadi, and his 8-year-old daughter, Sara, who were killed in an Israeli army strike, at Shifa Hospital in Gaza City Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Yousef Al Zanoun) After a night of devastating airstrikes that killed at least 104 Palestinians, including 46 children and 20 […]
Erika Kirk, widow of late conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, touched hearts across social media with an emotional Instagram video. The short yet powerful clip captured a deeply moving moment featuring their three-year-old daughter, who lit up with pure joy upon spotting her father’s poster outside the Turning Point USA headquarters. As the car passed the […]
Billionaire Timothy Mellon donates $130M to pay troops/ Image credit: File Timothy Mellon, the reclusive billionaire heir to the Mellon banking fortune, has made headlines after donating $130 million to ensure U.S. troops continue receiving their salaries during the government shutdown that began on October 1, 2025. Unmasking Timothy Mellon The mystery donor who provided […]
Turki Al‑Sheikh sparks Manchester United takeover buzz / Image Source: Files Saudi General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Chairman Turki Al‑Sheikh has fans buzzing at Manchester United, blending humor and high-stakes speculation. On October 25, 2025, following United’s 4‑2 Premier League win over Brighton, their third consecutive victory of the season — Al‑Sheikh reposted a viral challenge […]
