Image: Emirate News Agency-WAM In a ceremony underscoring the central role of justice in societal development, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, oversaw the swearing-in of 35 new judges at Dubai Courts. The event, held at the historic Union House, placed […]
China has unveiled the world’s first fully automated “Robot Mall,” where humanoid robots not only serve as products for sale but also operate the stores, cafes, and entertainment spaces within. Located in the bustling tech hub of Shenzhen, the mall offers visitors an immersive glimpse into the future of retail and hospitality. Shoppers can interact […]
Hosted in Fujairah, UAE, the 6th Asian Yogasana Championship features 160 athletes from 16 countries competing in yoga sport/ Image: WAM The 6th Asian Yogasana Championship commenced on 9th August 2025 at the Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, UAE, gathering 160 athletes from 16 countries. Organised under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad […]
IDF launches military exercise ‘Dawn’ (Pic: ANI) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday launched a surprise exercise, codenamed “Dawn,” to assess the readiness of its general headquarters and main command centers for large-scale attacks.Directed by Chief of Staff Major General Eyal Zamir, the drill was designed to evaluate the military’s ability to respond swiftly […]
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi (AP) The United States blocked Afghanistan’s foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to Pakistan, Dawn reported. Muttaqi was scheduled to visit Pakistan on August 4 as part of recent efforts to improve ties between Kabul and Islamabad. The initiative followed Pakistani deputy PM and foreign minister Ishaq Dar’s earlier […]
The Centre held 47 awareness and knowledge classes in H1 2025, benefiting over 1,400 participants, alongside enrolling 1,300+ students in programmes/ Image: IACAD More than 3,600 people converted to Islam in Dubai in the first half of 2025, while hundreds more engaged with Islamic educational programmes and interactive initiatives, reflecting the growing impact of the […]
Students should use UAE Pass to access the Ministry’s portal, complete all admission steps, and meet the August 11 deadline/ Image: MoHESR The UAE’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has set August 11, 2025, as the final deadline for students to confirm university admissions and scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year. Alongside this, […]
Captagon is an illegal synthetic stimulant, originally developed in the 1960s, now widely abused and trafficked in the Middle East/ Image: ZATCA via Saudi Gazette Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has once again intercepted a major drug trafficking attempt, this time, 406,400 Captagon pills hidden inside sheep wool at the Haditha border […]
The Cambridge programme includes practical workshops in engineering, chemistry, medicine, and humanities to help students learn through real-world experience/ Image: X Students from the UAE’s Hamdan Centre for Giftedness and Innovation, part of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, are currently taking part in the prestigious Pre-University Programme at the […]
In his 100-day triathlon, Ghani swims 2km, bikes 80km, and runs 18km daily, battling extreme heat with expert nutrition/ image: Instagram With the Dubai T100 just 100 days away, Dubai-based endurance athlete Ghani Souleymane has launched an unprecedented triathlon mission, a 100-day physical and humanitarian effort covering 10,000 kilometers. As the region prepares for one […]
