UAE thwarted a smuggling attempt to distribute narcotic pills within the country, after monitoring suspicious activity of two individuals of Arab nationality. The accused were linked to an international network for drug smuggling and trafficking, investigations confirmed. The two admitted that they had partners who prepared the shipment and smuggled it from Hamburg to one
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On the eighth consecutive day of conflict, tensions between Iran and Israel show no signs of easing as both sides continue exchanging attacks. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains on high alert, actively monitoring the situation following Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed on Friday that Tehran refuses
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Private sector employees across the UAE will enjoy a paid holiday on Friday, June 27, 2025, to mark the Islamic New Year, ushering in Hijri year 1447 AH. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in accordance with the official holiday calendar approved by the UAE Cabinet. With the
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In a significant judgment, a Sharjah court has convicted two school staff members for negligence that led to the death of 8-year-old Indian student Rashid Habib. The tragic incident occurred in March 2024 at a private CBSE-curriculum school located in Muwaileh. The Sharjah Federal Court of Appeal overturned a previous acquittal, ruling that the staff
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Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has finally addressed the controversy surrounding his recent appearance at a Dubai event, which sparked strong reactions in India. Speaking to Khaleej Times in an exclusive interview, Afridi expressed surprise over the backlash and emphasized that sports should rise above political differences. The cricketer, famously known as Boom Boom
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Hamas has officially submitted its response to a U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal, expressing willingness to release 10 living hostages and 18 bodies in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The proposal, brokered by U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, includes key terms such as a permanent ceasefire, full Israeli withdrawal from
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Nearly two months after Safeer Mall in Sharjah closed its doors and came under new management, renovation crews are hard at work, yet nine shop owners who refused to relocate say they can’t keep their businesses afloat amid dust and heat. Initially, these tenants triumphed in court when Western International Group sued them to vacate
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Sharjah firefighters extinguished a major fire at Hamriyah Port within 24 hours, authorities confirmed. The blaze erupted around 8 a.m. on Saturday. Specialized teams brought it under control by 6:25 a.m. Sunday, preventing further spread. Officials reported no injuries. The fire ignited highly flammable materials stored on-site. Firefighters responded swiftly to contain the flames. Maj-Gen
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Manchester City (Man City) will complete their transfer business before the FIFA Club World Cup, confirmed chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak. Premier League clubs will open a special 10-day transfer window starting June 1, ahead of the tournament. Al Mubarak said the club has already identified key targets. “We know the positions and have our top
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Bollywood star Tamannaah Bhatia claimed that Instagram liked content from her account without her action. The actor posted a selfie on her Instagram Story, questioning the platform’s algorithm. “Can Instagram please fix this issue?” she wrote. Tamannaah expressed frustration over random pages being liked without her knowledge. “People are making news out of it. I
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