Waddle, the alternate national Thanksgiving turkey, stands in the White House press briefing room, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson) Only in America can a president step into the Rose Garden, stand beside two large birds named Gobble and Waddle, and speak with the solemnity usually reserved for ambassadors or astronauts. […]
Oman Odyssey book/Image: ONA In celebration of Oman’s National Day, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, unveiled the highly anticipated book Oman Odyssey. Published by the acclaimed Assouline as part of their travel series, the book offers an immersive journey through Oman’s rich history, vibrant […]
Uber and WeRide launched Level 4 driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi, operating on Yas Island zones/Image: Uber Uber has officially introduced fully driverless rides in Abu Dhabi, partnering with Chinese autonomous vehicle company WeRide. This launch marks the first commercial robotaxi service without a human driver in the Middle East and expands Uber’s autonomous vehicle […]
Dubai’s new law assigns police full control of lost property and penalties reaching AED 200,000/Image: X Dubai has introduced a comprehensive new law regulating lost and abandoned property, centralizing authority with Dubai Police and clarifying procedures for reporting, storing, and reclaiming items. The legislation, Law No. (17) of 2025, replaces the previous Law No. (5) […]
Saudi Arabia adopts volumetric tax for sweetened beverages / AI Generated Image Saudi Arabia is set to fundamentally change how it taxes sweet beverages, marking a pivotal step in its public health and economic strategy. Starting January 1, 2026, the Kingdom will replace its current flat-rate tax with a sophisticated tiered volumetric system. Saudi Arabia […]
Volcanoes are among the most powerful and captivating natural forces on Earth, continually reshaping landscapes and influencing both weather and climate patterns. Their eruptions can dramatically affect nearby populations, causing hazards such as ashfall, lava flows, and ground deformation. At the same time, volcanic activity creates fertile soils and new landforms, contributing to the planet’s […]
Vice President JD Vance’s bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, has found itself at the centre of an unexpected and ironic criminal case after authorities revealed that a copy of the book was used to smuggle drugs into an Ohio prison. According to court documents, narcotics were sprayed onto the pages of the memoir and shipped to […]
UAE Union Day celebrations /Representative Image As the nation gets ready to mark its 54th Union Day, excitement is already building on the streets. To help everyone celebrate in a spirited yet safe way, the Ministry of Interior has issued a clear set of guidelines that outline how residents can decorate their vehicles, showcase the […]
Lindsey Halligan’s journey from beauty pageant stages to the centre of one of the most politically charged legal controversies in recent history is as unlikely as it is dramatic. Once known for competing in the Miss Colorado USA pageant, where she reached the semifinals in 2009 and placed fourth in 2010, Halligan later trained as […]
The UAE will screen its 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration nationwide under this year’s ‘United’ theme/Representative Image This year, the UAE is set to mark its 54th National Day with celebrations that invite every resident to join in a nationwide display of unity and pride. Under the theme “United”, the festivities aim to bring together […]
