King Salman ordered over SAR3 billion in Ramadan aid for social security households/Image: SPA As Ramadan gathers pace, Saudi Arabia has announced the disbursement of more than SAR3 billion to social security beneficiaries, following a royal directive aimed at easing financial pressures during the holy month. Royal directive backed by Crown Prince The Custodian of […]
New Delhi, February 20: The group stage of the T20 World Cup 2026 is nearing its conclusion, showcasing several surprising performances. Zimbabwe has made a significant impact, securing a spot in the Super 8 with impressive gameplay. Italy, in its debut World Cup, has also managed to leave a mark, while Afghanistan and the USA […]
New Delhi, February 20: The T20 World Cup 2026 has seen several thrilling matches in its opening round. Teams like Zimbabwe, Italy, and the USA made their mark in the group stage, while some major teams faced early setbacks. The Australian team, which won the T20 World Cup in 2021, saw its journey end in […]
Everest wasn’t always a mountain! These 200 million-year-old marine fossils prove the Himalaya was once underwater Imagine standing 8,000 metres above the sea floor at Mount Everest, and you find a marine fossil. You should not be surprised because fossils of marine animals have been documented near the summit of Mount Everest, findings that continue […]
Yoen Dupuis named Keolis CEO to drive UAE’s National Etihad Rail Services / Image: file If you’ve taken the Dubai Metro or Tram lately, you’ve experienced Keolis’s clockwork precision. Now, the global leader in shared mobility is entering a fresh chapter. The group has officially appointed Yoen Dupuis as the new CEO for its Middle […]
Dubai boosts mosque access with 10 newly opened sites and plans five more for Ramadan 2026 / Image: file As the crescent moon marks the beginning of the Holy Month, Dubai is not just preparing with lights and lanterns; it is expanding its heart. To keep pace with its booming population and the spiritual surge […]
Chennai, February 20: Afghanistan achieved a remarkable victory against Canada in the T20 World Cup match held at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Thursday, winning by 82 runs. This victory marks Afghanistan’s fourth-largest win in terms of runs in T20 World Cup history. Batting first, Afghanistan scored 200 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. In […]
NEW DELHI: French President Emmanuel Macron sharply criticized social media companies and their technology executives, accusing them of falsely presenting themselves as champions of free speech. Speaking at the AI Summit being held in the national capital, Macron said, “Some of them claim to be in favor of free speech. We are in favor of […]
Technical issues on the UAE Lottery website have frustrated users, but teams are fixing it / Image: AI The dream of becoming a multi-millionaire overnight has officially landed in the UAE with the launch of the country’s first federally authorized lottery. However, the road to riches has hit a tiny digital speed bump. As thousands […]
Explore the meaning, cultural nuances, and best ways to greet loved ones during Ramadan / Image: file As Ramadan 2026 begins, many people around the world wonder which greeting to use when wishing friends and neighbours well during the holy month: “Ramadan Mubarak” or “Ramadan Kareem”? These phrases are commonly heard across Muslim communities. If […]
