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Representative image (Picture credit: AP) Iran on Friday issued a sharp warning against any US intervention, vowing a response after President Donald Trump said Washington would come to the aid of protesters in the Islamic republic.“Any intervening hand-nearing Iran security on pretexts will be cut off with a regret-inducing response,” Ali Shamkhani, an adviser to…
UAE’s big banking change for online card transactions / AI Generated Image If you’ve lived in the UAE for a while, the “ping” of an incoming SMS with a six-digit code has been the soundtrack to your online shopping. But that sound is about to become a relic of the past. Starting January 6, 2026,…
Source: Instagram/@babbulicious Zohran Mamdani‘s historic mayoral oath ceremony inside a New York subway station drew widespread attention and sparked social media buzz after videos showing him grooving to a Punjabi track went viral.The ceremony concluded with a performance by Toronto-based Punjabi artist Babbulicious, who sang his popular track “Gaddi Red Challenger.” Mamdani was seen singing…
New UAE Civil law transfers assets with no heirs to charity / Image: File If you’re an expat living in the UAE, you’ve likely spent years building a life here, saving in bank accounts, perhaps buying a dream apartment, or launching a business. But have you ever paused to wonder: “What actually happens to my…
Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch has raised a “serious threat” warning over deepening China–Pakistan ties, claiming that China could deploy its military forces in Pakistan’s Balochistan region in the coming months.In an open letter to external affairs minister S Jaishankar, posted on X on New Year’s Day, Mir Yar Baloch said Baloch representatives view the…
UAE lowers legal age to 18, strengthens citizen rights / AI Illustration The UAE Government has issued a new Federal Decree Law to restructure and modernise the nation’s Civil Transactions Law, aiming for a simpler, clearer, and more coherent legal framework that matches the evolving needs of society and business. This legislation is considered the…
Caleb, a Canadian YouTuber who made India his home eight years back, passionately champions the country’s incredible potential and transformative journey. He argues that many influencers present a skewed image of India, neglecting its flourishing tech landscape and vibrant economy. Caleb, a Canadian YouTuber, shared why moving to India eight years ago was one of…
KP Sharma Oli (File photo) A commission appointed by Nepal’s interim govt to probe alleged excessive use of force during the Sept 8-9 Gen Z protests will summon ousted PM K P Sharma Oli for clarification, officials said Thursday. At least 19 youths, who were demonstrating against the Oli govt in Kathmandu, were killed in…
In a poignant recount of her father’s immigrant story from the 1960s, broadcaster Narinder Kaur illuminated the struggles he faced while working tirelessly in a steel foundry. She passionately spoke of his unwavering dedication amidst adversity, battling both racism and physical hardships to forge a better future for his family. British broadcaster and television personality…
California will delay the cancellation of around 17,000 commercial driver’s licences until March to allow more time for truckers and bus drivers who legally qualify to keep them, the Blue state announced on Tuesday. The move comes a week after immigrant advocacy groups filed a lawsuit challenging the revocations.The US department of transportation warned California…
