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Farsi-speaking VOA journalists called back to work amid Iran-Israel escalation
Farsi-speaking journalists with Voice of America were called back to work on Friday as conflict between Iran and Israel escalated. The US Agency for Global Media in March terminated grants for Voice of America and several other broadcasters as...

UpdateSome international airlines suspend flights to the UAE
Update: Indian airlines resume flights to UAE Several international carriers have suspended flights to the UAE amid the tension between Iran and Israel. While many flights were temporarily affected on Monday following Iran's thwarted attack on...

All 3,820 residents reported to be safe in Dubai Marina fire
Smoke continued to billow from a 67-storey apartment building in Dubai Marina on Saturday morning, following a fire that Dubai Civil Defence teams fought to control overnight. Providing live updates on social media – the Dubai Media Authority said...

G42 opens new unit to serve British and European AI markets
UAE artificial intelligence major G42 has set up a new unit that will serve the European and British markets, following up on its recent partnerships in the continent to expand its global reach. The subsidiary, G42 Europe and UK, will focus on...

Israeli politicians laud US strikes on Iran
Israeli politicians across the ideological spectrum have welcomed US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, with only a minority of left-wingers warning that an open-ended war could have devastating consequences for the Middle East. Former prime...

Major expansion plan for Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station unveiled
Transport authorities on Sunday launched a major expansion project for the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station that will increase capacity by more than 5,000 passengers an hour. Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has joined forces with...

Fordow: Everything you need to know about Iran’s nuclear crown jewel
Fordow was Iran’s nuclear stronghold: deeply buried, heavily fortified, and politically charged. More than just a uranium enrichment site, it was a symbol of Iran’s defiance. To Tehran, Fordow acted as insurance and a bargaining chip in nuclear...

Khumalo confident Bafana will bring their scoring boots in Cosafa semis
Despite showing concern about the lack of scoring in the ongoing Cosafa Cup tournament in Bloemfontein, Bafana Bafana coach Vela Khumalo is confident about their chances in the semifinal against Comoros at Free State Stadium on Friday (6pm)....

Deadline extended: Concerts SA Mobility Fund 2025
The call is designed for South African artists or artists in South Africa with a valid work permit to apply for the 2025 Concerts SA funding. The opportunity is designed for artists who want to tour in the Southern African region between 15 July...

Iranians voice relief and reservations after ceasefire with Israel declared
Tehran was quiet and people apprehensive on Tuesday morning as news came through of a ceasefire with Israel and subsequent violations, residents of the Iranian capital said. “People are being cautious. Everywhere was closed, except two or three...

Abu Dhabi homeowners urged to install mandatory fire alarm system
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have issued a renewed call to homeowners to install mandatory fire safety systems in their properties to help boost emergency service response times and save lives. Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said Hassantuk – first...

Exclusive Syria expels top pro-Iran militant
Syria has expelled a radical Palestinian leader, officials said on Sunday, in the latest move against pro-Iran remnants as the US enters the war in the Middle East. Talal Naji, who heads the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General...

Curacao vs Anjouan: The winner isn’t who you think
In this new article, iGaming industry consultant Ron Mendelson, Fast Offshore, explores the advantages of the Curacao online gaming license vs. the Anjouan license. Lower cost. Faster setup. Stronger enforcement. One of these is getting crushed in...

Lone survivor: one passenger survives Air India AI171 crash
Photographs published by the news site show visible facial injuries, and Kumar also appears in unverified video footage circulating on social media, showing him shortly after the incident. (source: social media)In the aftermath of yesterday’s...

Iran attacks Israel after US bombs nuclear facilities
Iran launched at least 27 missiles at Israel on Sunday morning, hours after the US attacked three Iranian nuclear sites, escalating the Middle East conflict. Israeli medical workers said 86 people were injured in the attacks, two moderately and 77...

How to AdultEpisode 1: Landing your dream job
One of the most daunting tasks young people face after university is finding their first job. In this debut episode of the How to Adult series, host Hala Nasar shares her post-university panic and talks to fellow graduates about job hunting in the...

Fifa Talent Development Scheme (TDS)
Part of the delegation shortly after arriving in France (Photo: Contributed) Fifa Talent Development Scheme (TDS) Young talents on training camp in France A contingent of some 50 talented young Seychellois male footballers taking part in the Fifa...

Dubai Basketball to join EuroLeague as 'dream becomes a reality'
Dubai Basketball will join the EuroLeague on a five-year contract from September 2025, just a year after being founded. The competition, regarded as one of the toughest basketball leagues in the world, announced its expansion from 18 to 20 teams...

China and Africa consolidate dynamic partnership
On June 11, 2025, the Ministerial Meeting of Coordinators on the Implementation of the Follow-up Actions of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was held in Changsha, capital of China’s Hunan Province. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi...

Messi leads Inter Miami to historic win over Porto
Lionel Messi led the way once again as his stunning free kick secured Inter Miami a 2-1 win over Porto in their Club World Cup Group A clash on Thursday. It was the first time a CONCACAF team had defeated a European side in an official Fifa...