[ad_1] Image generated by AI for creative and illustrative purposes The UAE Ministry of Education and Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has published the official academic calendar for the 2024–2025 school year and confirmed key dates for the 2025–2026 term. The calendar applies to all public and private schools following the Ministry curriculum, […]
[ad_1] With the benefit of hindsight—and hindsight is always immensely beneficial—one can say that when Derek Chauvin decided to press his knee into George Floyd’s neck, he not only committed an act of brutality that shocked the world but inadvertently triggered a political chain reaction that broke the Democratic Party as we know it and […]
[ad_1] The new law creates a specialised branch within Dubai Courts to handle Emirati housing disputes through mediation and expert adjudication/ Representative image TL;DR: Dubai has introduced the Housing Dispute Settlement Law to speed up resolution of homebuilding conflicts. The law sets clear timelines for mediation and adjudication to avoid construction delays. A specialised committee […]
[ad_1] Varun Mohan, a rising star in Silicon Valley and co-founder of AI startup Windsurf, is under fire after abruptly quitting to join Google’s DeepMind, effectively tanking a $3 billion acquisition deal with OpenAI. The move triggered widespread criticism from investors, industry peers, and the public, with some branding Mohan a “generational villain” for leaving […]
[ad_1] The new third daily Emirates flight to Mauritius, operated by a Boeing 777, begins December 1, adding to the existing two A380 services/ Image: Emirates TL;DR New Daily Flight: Emirates adds a third daily Dubai–Mauritius flight from 1 Dec 2025. Aircraft Type: Operated with a Boeing 777-300ER in three classes. 30% Capacity Boost: Adds […]
[ad_1] TL;DR: Donald Trump built his MAGA base on promises of exposing “the elite.” But the Jeffrey Epstein files—once touted as a nuclear weapon against Democrats—have backfired. With no shocking revelations, no “list,” and no closure, Trump is now facing a mutiny from his own base. Right-wing influencers, podcasters, and even Elon Musk are accusing […]
[ad_1] The UAE’s Blue Visa supports global environmental leaders with 10-year residency and zero investment requirements/ Representative Image TL;DR: The UAE Blue Visa offers 10-year residency to people with notable contributions to environmental protection and sustainability It’s open to scientists, activists, entrepreneurs, and professionals working on climate and sustainability issues. Applications are now open, with […]
[ad_1] TL;DR: Somali-American State Senator Omar Fateh, a 35-year-old democratic socialist, has won the DFL (Democratic Party) endorsement for Mayor of Minneapolis, defeating two-term incumbent Jacob Frey at a chaotic party convention. While Frey remains in the race for the November general election, Fateh’s victory signals a growing shift toward progressive and minority-led leadership in […]
[ad_1] Qatari travelers can now explore Peru visa-free for up to 183 days/ Representative Image TL;DR Starting July 2025, Qatari nationals with ordinary passports can enter Peru without a visa for stays up to 183 days. This change simplifies travel planning for tourism and business, removing previous visa barriers. Peru expects this to boost tourism, […]
[ad_1] Construction-grade sand imported from Australia and other nations meets Saudi Arabia’s demand for coarse, angular aggregates that local desert sands cannot provide/Image: NatGeo TL;DR: Saudi Arabia imports sand from nations such as China and Australia to meet construction standards for mega projects. Desert sand is unsuitable for concrete due to its fine, rounded texture. […]
