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Dubai is set to host a spectacular Ramadan 2026, commencing February 19th or 20th, with a vibrant calendar blending spiritual observance and city-wide festivities. Expect dazzling drone light shows and fireworks illuminating the night sky, alongside cultural installations and community gatherings. These events aim to unite residents and visitors in…

IN DEPTH: Carved into the bedrock deep below Helsinki is a series of underground bunkers where the entire city’s population can shelter in the event of an attack. Annabel Grossman explores this vast network and learns how Finns plan to protect their citizens in the face of a hostile neighbour…

President Donald Trump has actively sought to brand institutions and assets with his name during his presidency. From renaming roads and government websites to proposing battleships and even currency, Trump has pursued a strategy of shaping his legacy by attaching his name to various ventures, often with controversy.

Europe's top diplomat Kaja Kallas rejected claims of a "woke, decadent" Europe facing civilizational erasure, emphasizing that European defense begins in Ukraine. She called for tougher conditions on Moscow in any peace deal, stating Russia is "broken" and not a superpower.

In the UAE, a unique Ramadan tradition is gaining traction: iftar hikes. Residents are embracing organised treks in the Hajar Mountains and deserts, breaking their fast together at sunset. This trend blends spiritual reflection, community bonding and outdoor wellness, offering a serene alternative to city celebrations and fostering a deeper…

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on Sunday claimed it has detained 17 Pakistani soldiers, releasing 10 while giving the Pakistani government one week to arrange a prisoner swap for the remaining seven.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi said that Tehran is ready to consider compromises to reach a nuclear deal with the United States, provided Washington is willing to discuss lifting sanctions.

Cities are slowly disappearing under water and streets turning into rivers. People wading through floodwaters is not far in the future anymore. Across the globe, low-lying cities face a mix of rising seas and sinking land. Groundwater pumping, warming oceans, and unstable land make it worse. Experts say some of…

EU’s foreign policy chief says many countries still ‘want to join our club’

Saudi Arabia's crackdown on residency, labour, and border security violations yielded over 21,000 infractions in a week. Authorities arrested thousands attempting illegal entry and exit, including those aiding them. Severe penalties, including hefty fines and imprisonment, await offenders and facilitators. The ministry urges public reporting of violations.

22-year-old Saketh Sreenivasaiah, an Indian postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley was found dead on Sunday. Sreenivasaiah, who hailed from Karnataka had been reported missing earlier this week before local authorities confirmed the recovery of his body.