An Indian national was among four people killed in a family dispute-related shooting in Lawrenceville, Georgia, authorities said, in an incident that could have claimed more lives if not for the quick thinking of a 12-year-old child. During the attack on a residence on Brook Ivy Court, three children – aged seven, 10, and 12 … Read more
Emirates cancelled multiple Dubai US flights January 24 and 26 due to Winter Storm Fern/Image: X Emirates Airlines has announced the cancellation of several flights to the United States between January 24 and January 26 amid ongoing disruptions caused by Winter Storm Fern.In a statement issued on its official website, Emirates said the decision was … Read more
Russia launched more than 370 drones and 21 missiles at Ukraine overnight, Kyiv said on Saturday, accusing Moscow of deliberately undermining peace talks as negotiators from Russia, Ukraine and the United States met in Abu Dhabi for a second day of discussions to end the nearly four-year-long war.“Peace efforts? Trilateral meeting in the UAE? Diplomacy? … Read more
Archaeologists working near Luxor have identified the remains of a large royal city dating back around 3,400 years, offering a detailed look at daily life during one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful periods. The settlement was built under Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later inherited by his son Akhenaten, whose radical religious reforms reshaped Egyptian history. … Read more
Next stop, parenthood: Saudi Arabia records first-ever birth on the Riyadh Metro Network/Representative Image Riyadh Metro witnessed a rare moment, not marked by a train’s arrival, but by the birth of a new baby on the platformThe incident took place at Al Andalus Station, where a baby was born, marking the first childbirth recorded on … Read more
New expats in Dubai face major hurdles if their rent isn’t Ejari-registered / AI Image For thousands of expats arriving in Dubai this month, the hunt for the perfect home is the first major hurdle. However, a wave of sophisticated rental scams emerged in early 2026, targeting newcomers who are eager to secure housing quickly. … Read more
Strong winds will sweep Qatar on Sunday and Monday, bringing dust, low visibility, cooler temperatures/Representative Image Qatar is set to experience unsettled weather at the start of the week, as strong northwesterly winds sweep across the country, raising dust levels, reducing visibility, and bringing a sharper drop in temperatures, the Qatar Meteorological Department has warned.According … Read more
UAE hands India a list of 900+ Indian prisoners set for release on National day / Image: file In a move that underscores the deep-rooted brotherhood between the two nations, the United Arab Emirates has officially handed over a list of more than 900 Indian prisoners to the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi. This release … Read more
Kuwait Airways announced 11 new summer 2026 destinations and a 15 percent economy fare discount/Image: Kuwait Airways Kuwait Airways is gearing up for a busy summer travel season by expanding its international network and pairing the move with a limited-time fare incentive, aiming to meet rising demand while offering passengers more choice and value.Kuwait Airways … Read more
AI image (Picture credit: Google Gemini) A fresh wave of flight cancellations has hit the Middle East as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran raise fears of a wider military confrontation, forcing major international carriers to suspend or scale back operations across the region.Air France, KLM, Lufthansa and several other airlines cancelled flights … Read more