British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan has sparked controversy after frontman Bobby Vylan appeared to mock the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a live performance in Amsterdam on 13 September 2025. During a packed show at Club Paradiso, Bobby Vylan taunted the audience, dedicating a song to Kirk, calling him an “absolute piece of […]
The cause of Assaf’s death, widely discussed on social media, is reported by close sources as a tragic drowning accident/ Image: Screengrab-Youtube On Friday evening, the news of 17-month-old Assaf bin Yousha’s death sent a wave of sorrow across Saudi Arabia. Son of well-known social media personalities Musa bin Turki and Yusha Abdulaziz, Assaf’s untimely […]
Unite the Kingdom rally, London (Pic credit: AP) More than 100,000 people gathered in central London on Saturday for a rally led by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, marking one of Britain’s largest nationalist gatherings in decades. Robinson — born Stephen Yaxley-Lennon called for “Unite the Kingdom” march in a face-off to rival counter-protest organized by […]
US slams UN resolution on Palestine, calls it ‘gift to Hamas’ The United States on Friday strongly opposed a United Nations General Assembly resolution backing Palestinian statehood, dismissing it as a move that would embolden Hamas and hinder peace efforts. The resolution, known as the ‘New York Declaration’, was adopted with 142 votes in favour, […]
Even a tiny tear or water stain on your passport can lead UAE airlines and immigration to refuse boarding, despite a valid visa/ Representative Image Travellers flying from the UAE are being warned: even a slightly worn passport can now stop you from boarding. As immigration and airline checks tighten, minor wear and tear, such […]
ANKARA: Turkish authorities on Saturday detained the mayor of an Istanbul district, along with 47 other officials, over allegations of corruption, as part of a widening crackdown on the country’s main opposition party. The state-run Anadolu Agency said the Istanbul chief prosecutor’s office ordered the detentions in connection with an investigation into alleged extortion, bribery, […]
Without a UAE Certificate of Equivalency, foreign degrees are not officially recognized, blocking university admissions, professional licensing, and Golden Visa eligibility/ Representative Image Whether you’re moving to the UAE to advance your career, begin university, or apply for long-term residency like the Golden Visa, one document is key to unlocking your future: the Certificate of […]
During Ramadan in the UAE, expats must avoid eating, smoking, and wear modest clothing in public/Representative Image During the holy month of Ramadan, daily life in the UAE undergoes a noticeable shift. This period is marked by fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims — but also brings important cultural and legal expectations for non-Muslim residents […]
A French parliamentary commission has called for a ban on social media usage for children under 15 and proposed a nighttime “digital curfew” from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. for teenagers aged 15 to 18. The recommendation follows a six-month inquiry into TikTok’s effects on minors, revealing that the platform exposes children to toxic, addictive, […]
If your home country isn’t on the approved list, you must attend a Saudi driving school, complete lessons, and pass written and practical tests/ Representative Image Just landed in Saudi Arabia and ready to take the wheel? Before you hit the roads of Riyadh or cruise through Jeddah, you’ll need to check if your foreign […]
