DUBAI: The Emirates Group highlighted its commitment to environmental sustainability at its annual ‘Tomorrow Takes Flight’ showcase, aligning with the United Nations’ global mission to end plastic pollution. Held under the theme of responsible consumption, the event spotlighted wide-ranging initiatives led by Emirates and dnata aimed at reducing single-use plastics and repurposing materials across their […]
DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has officially announced the successful completion of the groundbreaking ‘1 Billion Meals’ humanitarian initiative. Launched in Ramadan 2022, the project aimed to deliver one billion meals globally and has now achieved this goal across 65 countries. His Highness […]
ROME: Global food prices increased slightly in June, driven primarily by a surge in vegetable oil, dairy and meat prices, according to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The latest FAO Food Price Index, which monitors monthly price movements across internationally traded food commodities, averaged 128.0 points for the month. Though this marks […]
Seine swimming comeback begins 5 July with three safe, free public spots open for summer fun across Paris. Paris: In a landmark move set to redefine Parisian summers, the French capital is marking the Seine swimming comeback—welcoming the public back into its historic river after more than a century-long ban. Beginning 5 July 2025, three […]
Dubai Police respond to a child abuse complaint, reinforcing their Dubai child protection measures and legal support for victims. Dubai: Dubai Police have reaffirmed their commitment to Dubai child protection following a distressing report filed by a 10-year-old boy who was being subjected to repeated physical abuse by his father. The case, brought to light […]
Jeypore: A rare species of agarwood tree once believed to exist only in the hills of Meghalaya has been discovered thriving in Assam’s Jeypore Reserve Forest. The tree, scientifically known as Aquilaria khasiana, is classified as Critically Endangered, and this breakthrough offers new hope for its conservation. The discovery was made by scientists from the […]
New Delhi: India has responded cautiously to a new US bill that proposes a sweeping 500% tariff on countries importing Russian oil, including India. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar acknowledged awareness of the proposed legislation and confirmed that Indian officials are in direct contact with US lawmakers to communicate the country’s strategic concerns. The bill, […]
Dharamshala: The Dalai Lama has confirmed that the centuries-old spiritual lineage of Tibetan Buddhism will continue after his death, with a successor to be chosen according to traditional religious practices. Addressing followers during a religious event, the 89-year-old leader said the selection will be overseen by the Gaden Phodrang Trust—the institution he founded—without any interference […]
Brussels: The European Commission has endorsed a new framework combining trade and migration reforms to secure a broader agreement with the United States. This development comes just days before a July 9 deadline set by the US administration, threatening tariffs of up to 50% on EU goods. The plan aims to protect vital European industries, […]
Kathmandu: Nepal has launched an innovative solution to tackle the mounting waste problem on Mount Everest — by using drones to clean up the world’s highest peak. The high-altitude project, spearheaded by local startup Airlift Technology, deployed cargo drones to retrieve over one metric ton of waste from Everest between March and May this year. […]
Lyon: Interpol has issued a global alert on the growing danger of trafficking scam centres spreading rapidly across South Asia. These criminal networks are tricking thousands of people with fake job offers and forcing them to work in scam operations under severe conditions. The report reveals that victims from at least 66 countries are being […]
