Left-wing independent Catherine Connolly is set to become Ireland’s next president after her rival conceded defeat in the country’s presidential election Saturday. Vote counting was still underway but ahead of the official result being declared, Heather Humphreys, of the centre-right party Fine Gael, told reporters that she “wanted to congratulate Catherine Connolly on becoming the…
The Abu Dhabi gigascale solar project, covering 90 km², will pair a 5.2 GW solar farm with a 19 GWh battery, powering hundreds of thousands of homes with continuous renewable energy / Image: Al Dhafra Solar PV plant When construction begins, this project is set to transform global perceptions of solar energy. Abu Dhabi has…
President Donald Trump speaks during a Diwali celebration in the Oval Office at the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, in Washington. At left is Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta) The controversy over an academic event at Rutgers University has turned into a flashpoint for America’s Hindu community — and…
A ton of speculation swirled over how the MAGA chief would name his new venture after demolishing a perfectly fine historic building. Now, it is clearer than ever what the title of $250 million ballroom will be.US President Donald Trump is expected to name his new White House ballroom after himself, senior administration officials have…
A young boy walks amongst red crabs during their annual migration (Image credits: AP) The annual red crab migration has begun on Christmas Island, with as many as 100 million crabs emerging from the forest and moving toward the ocean.The mass movement started after the first seasonal rains arrived last weekend, sending the crabs on…
RTA’s offers public and private businesses to open retail shops at Dubai Metro stations. Image: AI Representative Image. Local and international businesses now have the opportunity to operate inside Dubai’s bustling metro and tram stations, as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opens retail and commercial leasing opportunities across the network.The initiative aims to boost…
US President Donald Trump warned that Israel would lose “all support” from Washington if it proceeded with annexing the West Bank, after Israeli lawmakers advanced two controversial bills paving the way for sovereignty over the occupied territory.In an interview with Time magazine published this week, Trump said the move was unacceptable and would breach assurances…
Gold Prices Plunge Sharply in UAE After Diwali, Offering Buyers a Breather Dubai: Gold prices in the UAE have experienced a significant correction following recent historic highs, providing welcome relief to buyers after months of record-breaking surges post Diwali 2025. The tumbled rates in the wake of Diwali is creating a buzz among buyers looking…
A Badr Airlines plane, coming from Port Sudan Airport, landed at Khartoum International Airport, marking the first domestic flight in over two years/ Representative image:X Khartoum International Airport resumed air traffic after more than two years, marked by the landing of a Badr Airlines flight carrying Sudan’s Sovereignty Council head, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, following recent…
Entertainment giant Warner Bros Discovery’s board has reportedly turned down a nearly $60 billion takeover offer from Paramount Skydance, a source told Reuters on Tuesday (local time). The company also announced that it will now look at other options for a possible sale.The board had rejected a mostly cash offer of around $24 per share…
