As Washington recalibrates its Indo-Pacific strategy amid intensifying rivalry with China, a key congressional commission will next month examine the larger role India can play in shaping the region’s balance of power.The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission said it will hold its first public hearing of the 2026 reporting cycle on February 17 in … Read more
Who is Kevin Warsh? The Man Poised to Lead the Federal Reserve Amidst Economic Uncertainty As the US approaches a potentially pivotal moment in global economic policy, former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Jerome Powell as the next Federal Reserve Chair, a decision expected to be formally … Read more
A couple in Indonesia’s Aceh province were publicly caned 140 times each for having sex outside marriage and consuming alcohol, in what is believed to be one of the severest punishments since the region implemented Sharia law, AFP reported.The man and woman were struck on their backs with a rattan cane in a public park … Read more
Is Sydney Sweeney Really ‘MAGA Barbie’? Hollywood Star Speaks Out on Political Label Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney has become the centre of an unexpected political conversation after addressing recurring online speculation about her views and identity, a discussion that she says she never asked to be a part of. Known for roles in Euphoria, The … Read more
The UAE–Kuwait Women’s Forum opened in Abu Dhabi, aligning the 50:50 Vision with Kuwait 2035/Representative Image The first UAE–Kuwaiti Women’s Forum opened in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, marking a new phase in bilateral cooperation with a strong focus on women’s empowerment, sustainable development and future leadership. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint … Read more
AI Revolution: Dubai Magnate Warns of Job Market Disruption, India’s Outsourcing Sector Vulnerable At the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Dubai business magnate Hussain Sajwani sounded a stark warning about the future of global employment: artificial intelligence is not just a productivity tool, it is a job-market revolution and economies dependent on outsourced … Read more
(AI-generated image used for representation) In a strategic victory for the “Donroe Doctrine”, the Supreme Court of Panama has cancelled a major Panama Canal ports contract held by a Chinese-linked firm. Driving the news Panama’s Supreme Court has struck down the concession allowing a Hong Kong conglomerate to operate key ports at either end of … Read more
The US Navy has expanded its military presence in the Middle East by deploying another warship, as confirmed by a US official to Reuters on Thursday. This move comes during a significant military buildup in the region amid rising tensions.An official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the USS Delbert D. Black had entered the … Read more
UAE AI Adoption: Chatbots Become Everyday Partners for Residents In the United Arab Emirates, artificial intelligence is no longer a niche technology used only by tech companies. It is becoming an integral part of how people think, shop, work, plan and even solve day-to-day problems. As AI adoption accelerates, many residents are turning to chatbots … Read more
Pakistan and Bangladesh on Thursday resumed direct air connectivity after a 14-year suspension, marking a move towards improving bilateral ties as Biman Bangladesh Airlines operated its inaugural Dhaka–Karachi flight.The flight, BG341, landed at Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport at 11.03 pm after departing Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 8.15 pm, according to flight tracking data … Read more