DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pony.ai, a global leader in autonomous driving technology, to launch pilot autonomous vehicle trials in the emirate later this year. This partnership sets the foundation for introducing a fully driverless commercial taxi service by 2026. Pony.ai recently unveiled the […]
MUSCAT: The World Bank Group has officially opened its first permanent office in Muscat, aimed at offering advisory services and overseeing projects funded by the World Bank and its private sector affiliates. This development underlines Oman’s commitment to harnessing international expertise for economic, social, urban, and private-sector growth as outlined in Oman Vision 2040. The new […]
Gaza: The number of victims from Israeli strikes on Gaza has risen to 57,418 fatalities and 136,261 injuries since 7th October 2023, following the death of 80 Palestinians and the injury of 304 others in the past 24 hours. According to Palestinian health sources on Saturday, the toll includes 6,860 fatalities and 24,220 injuries recorded […]
Texas deadly floods leave 59 dead and dozens missing; UAE extends condolences and support to the United States. Texas: Catastrophic flash floods have devastated Kerr County, Texas, leaving 59 people dead and dozens missing in one of the deadliest natural disasters in the United States this year. Triggered by intense and prolonged rainfall, the flooding […]
WASHINGTON: Elon Musk has announced the formation of a new political group named the America Party, marking a significant development in his evolving relationship with current US political leadership. The move comes shortly after former US President Donald Trump signed a new tax-cut and spending bill, which Musk criticised for potentially increasing the national deficit. […]
There’s a quiet reset happening across the UAE. After years of easy credit, buy-now-pay-later schemes, and rapid lifestyle inflation, more residents from young professionals to seasoned business owners are coming back to the basics of personal finance: budgeting, planning, and living within their means. It’s not just about cutting back. It’s about realignment. Across Dubai, […]
Dubai wellness penthouse sold for AED125m, marking 2025’s top sale and boosting wellness real estate demand. Dubai: Arada has announced the record-breaking sale of The Observatory, a signature two-storey residence at Akala, Dubai’s newly launched wellness-branded destination near DIFC. Valued at AED125 million, the Dubai wellness penthouse is now among the top 10 most valuable […]
China’s first LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort opens with interactive rides, LEGO experiences, and cultural charm for families across eight themed zones. Shanghai: On 5 July 2025, the highly anticipated LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort officially opened its gates, inviting families into a vibrant realm of imagination, creativity, and cultural celebration. Located in Fengjing Town, Jinshan District, this landmark […]
KOCHI: In a move that celebrates both cinema and cultural heritage, the life and career of Malayalam superstar Mammootty is now officially part of the academic syllabus in Kerala. The University of Kerala has included the legendary actor in a course that explores prominent personalities who shaped the state’s social and cultural landscape. With a […]
MANESAR: Get ready for the ride of a lifetime — literally! Haryana is planning something massive, and it could put India on the global map of entertainment. The state is gearing up to build its very own Disneyland-style theme park, and the buzz is real. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini recently dropped the exciting […]
MUMBAI: In a move that’s set to make life easier for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), digital payments in India just became a lot more accessible. NRIs can now make UPI payments using their international mobile numbers — no need for an Indian SIM anymore Thanks to updated guidelines from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and […]
