News in brief
On Friday, August 15, as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day, Dubai’s iconic Burj Khalifa will be illuminated in the Indian national tricolour. This display has become an integral part of Independence Day celebrations by the Indian community across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According......
The International Humanitarian Affairs Council has officially launched the Arabic version of the “Humanitarian Impact Content Creators” program in Dubai, as part of the broader “Makers of Impact” initiative, according to UAE state news agency WAM. This program aims to empower......
Sean McGovern, an alleged senior figure within the notorious Kinahan organized crime group, has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates, marking a pivotal moment in international law enforcement collaboration. His arrest in Dubai followed the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice, a product of cooperation......
Several Asian airlines announced on Wednesday that they had either rerouted or canceled flights to and from Europe due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. The disruption follows India’s recent airstrike on the Pakistan-administered part of the disputed Kashmir region. In response,......
A viral video has dramatically altered the global pistachio market. The now-famous "Dubai chocolate," launched in 2021 by the Emirati brand FIX, has become a coveted product worldwide following a stunning feature on TikTok at the end of 2023. Since then, demand has surged, prices have skyrocketed,......
Mass Dismissals and Blacklisting in Response to Human Smuggling Crisis Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani government has launched a sweeping crackdown on officials linked to human smuggling networks after the tragic deaths of at least 43 Pakistani migrants off the coast of Morocco in January.......
Al Arabiya News Network, a prominent Middle Eastern media outlet, has announced a significant expansion of its operations, introducing a rich lineup of English-language programs on its "Al Arabiya News" platform. This strategic move, unveiled on September 17, 2024, aims to broaden the network's......
