Elon Musk has reached a historical financial milestone, as he has become the first-ever person to ever achieve a net worth that surpasses the whopping figure of $600 billion, as reported in Forbes magazine. This milestone has been achieved during a time when there is newfound interest in his privately owned rocket company, SpaceX, which […]
Volcanoes are among the most powerful and captivating natural forces on Earth, continually reshaping landscapes and influencing both weather and climate patterns. Their eruptions can dramatically affect nearby populations, causing hazards such as ashfall, lava flows, and ground deformation. At the same time, volcanic activity creates fertile soils and new landforms, contributing to the planet’s […]
Oman Airports, in partnership with Huawei, becomes world’s first airport to deploy fast, secure Wi-Fi 7/Representative Image Oman Airports has set a global benchmark by introducing Wi-Fi 7 connectivity across its airports, promising faster, more secure, and reliable internet for passengers. In partnership with Huawei, this technological leap underscores the airport’s commitment to innovation, operational […]
Dubai gears up as flying taxis get real / AI-Generated Image The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has named four priority vertiport locations where residents and visitors will first be able to board aerial taxis: Dubai International Airport (DXB), Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. These sites were chosen to connect major transport hubs, […]
Dubai surpassed the UK in 2023 to become the world’s second-largest gold trading hub, sourcing gold from Africa, Russia, Turkey, and Switzerland./ Image: (File) Dubai’s dazzling gold markets are among the most iconic symbols of its global economic influence. But beyond the glittering displays at the Gold Souq lies a vast international network. From African […]
Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah outlines Kuwait’s reform vision, emphasising openness, security, and administrative modernisation/Image: X Kuwait now provides one of the world’s fastest entry visas, which can be issued in just five minutes. The move reflects the country’s broader efforts to modernise administrative procedures, strengthen security, and streamline residency and visitor processes. These reforms aim […]
For centuries, dragons have embodied prosperity, power, and mystery in Asian culture. Today, that legend lives on in the Asian arowana, famously known as the dragon fish and hailed as the world’s most expensive aquarium fish. Native to the rivers and swamps of Southeast Asia, this ancient predator moves with elegant precision, its metallic scales […]
The most advanced innovation revealed X-BAT, an AI-piloted, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter jet built for expeditionary and maritime operations. This next-generation aircraft has been designed to operate effectively in highly contested environments where communications are denied, degraded, or limited.Unveiled at an event in Washington, D.C., before top military officials, defence experts, and industry […]
Saudi Arabia launched the world’s first diabetes command center, digitally monitoring patients’ health across the Kingdom/Image: X Saudi Arabia has launched the world’s first diabetes command and control center, setting a new global benchmark in digital healthcare. The initiative introduces a proactive, electronic system to track the health indicators of diabetic patients, reflecting the Kingdom’s […]
Image credits: X @/CRRC_global A video posted online by the Chinese Embassy in the US has gone viral, unveiling the nation’s new CR450 bullet train, which has set a new world record for speed.The clip, which has drawn a lot of attention, introduces the train as “China’s CR450 — the world’s fastest train!” and notes […]
