‘Dipu Chandra Das, say his name’: Laura Loomer attacks Islamic hatred after lynching of Hindu man in Bangladesh | World News

[ad_1] Right-wing activist Laura Loomer has reacted to the killing of Dipu Chandra Das, a 26-year-old Hindu factory worker in Bangladesh. She used the incident to warn about the spread of the Islamist hatred. Her comments followed after Das was lynched by a mob following unverified accusations of blasphemy linked to a workplace dispute.In a […]

‘We did nothing wrong’: Indian truck drivers challenge California over mass licence cancellations | World News

[ad_1] Thousands of Indian truck drivers in California have launched a legal challenge against the state after being told their commercial driving licences will be cancelled. Drivers say the move threatens their livelihoods and has left their families in limbo. The lawsuit follows decisions by the California Department of Motor Vehicles to revoke licences issued […]

Explained: How Americans misused the J-1 visa and exploited foreign labour | World News

[ad_1] The J-1 visa was meant to be America’s soft-power handshake. A cultural exchange that allowed young people from around the world to live, work briefly, and absorb the idea of the US as a land of opportunity, fairness and learning. Over the years, that idea quietly thinned out. In its place emerged something colder: […]

UAE tops global charts in 2025, leading in economy, innovation, healthcare, and human development | World News

[ad_1] In 2025, the UAE ranked top five globally in competitiveness, healthcare, technology, and human development/Image: WAM The United Arab Emirates has marked 2025 as a landmark year, securing top spots in multiple global indices. From economic competitiveness to human development, healthcare, technology, and safety, the UAE continues to reinforce its position as a regional […]

UAE and Indonesia unite to treat Gaza patients under Operation Gallant Knight 3 | World News

[ad_1] A fresh batch of Indonesian medical experts joins the UAE’s floating hospital in Al-Arish / Image: National News In the bustling Egyptian port of Al-Arish, a repurposed vessel serves as a beacon of survival. The UAE Floating Hospital, a cornerstone of Operation Gallant Knight 3, has just received its fifth batch of medical experts […]

After years of private celebration, Christmas goes public in Saudi Arabia | World News

[ad_1] Christmas in Saudi Arabia moved from private gatherings to mall celebrations under Vision 2030/Representative Image Christmas in Saudi Arabia has quietly transformed over the years. Once a private, low-key celebration confined to expatriate homes, the festival is now gradually appearing in public spaces, from decorated malls to themed events. This shift reflects the Kingdom’s […]

Saudi Arabia proposes up to 5 years jail and SR10 million fine for manufacturing or importing banned pesticides | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia proposes up to five years jail and SR10 million fine for banned pesticides/Representative Image Saudi Arabia is taking a firmer stance against banned and counterfeit pesticides, with a draft regulation proposing jail terms, hefty fines, and strict enforcement measures. The new rules aim to protect public health, the environment, and agriculture, while […]

Saudi Arabia to see rain across multiple regions through December 31 | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Arabia will experience rainfall across key regions until 31 December, with temperatures dropping sharply nationwide/Representative Image A stretch of unsettled weather is expected across Saudi Arabia as the National Centre for Meteorology signals rainfall in several regions over the final days of December, alongside a noticeable shift into winter conditions across much of […]

Visa-free travel between Oman and Turkiye: Everything you need to know | World News

[ad_1] Oman and Türkiye introduce visa-free travel for citizens / Image: File In a move that significantly strengthens the “historical relations and fraternal bonds” between Muscat and Ankara, the governments of Oman and Turkiye have officially activated a mutual visa exemption for their citizens. This landmark agreement, which entered into force on November 1, 2025, […]

The UAE has no rivers or lakes, yet it somehow supplies water to millions; here’s how | World News

[ad_1] Known as one of the world’s most luxurious destinations, the United Arab Emirates is famous for its soaring skyscrapers, supercars, and extravagant lifestyle. Beyond this image of wealth and opulence, the country is also economically robust. With a GDP of $504 billion and a population of just 9.52 million, it ranks among the most […]