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Thousands of government workers in Canada received official notices that they may lose their jobs or their jobs may change as the government acts on its budget cuts to save money. According to the Public Service Alliance of Canada, a workers’ union, 1775 1,775 workforce adjustment notices were issued to its members last week. The…
This New Electric Bus Can Run All Day in Dubai Without Recharging And It’s a Game-Changer In January 2026, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) unveiled a milestone in sustainable transport: the arrival and imminent deployment of Zhongtong electric buses capable of operating up to 280 kilometres on a single charge on urban routes. This…
Dubai Police launched the Lawyer’s Digital Platform with seven specialized services, 24/7 access, and AI support/Image: X Dubai Police has introduced its dedicated Lawyer’s Digital Platform, giving legal professionals a seamless way to complete paperwork and track cases online, 24/7. The platform, accessible through the Dubai Police website with secure UAE Pass login, was officially…
How Powerful is Mohammed bin Salman? Comparing Saudi Crown Prince’s Influence to Other Gulf Royals In the modern Gulf, a region once viewed as a sleepy backwater of oil princes and ceremonial monarchs has become a powerhouse of economic transformation, shifting alliances, ambitious visions and intense personality-driven leadership. At the center of this transformation stands…
Finland is slowly making a name for itself as an innovator, albeit a low-key one, regarding wireless electricity transmission, which aims to transmit power via the airwaves without having to use cables, sockets, or connectors. Although the concept remains more than a little exotic-sounding, scientists from Finland are slowly but surely pushing the boundaries of…
Ramadan 2026 in Dubai: How Will Salik, Parking, School and Work Hours Change Your Life? As Ramadan 2026 approaches, with the holy month expected to begin around February 18, 2026, residents and visitors in Dubai and across the UAE are preparing for not just spiritual observance but a series of practical changes to daily routines….
Saudi Arabia raises Saudization to 60% in marketing and sales jobs with SAR 5,500 minimum wage/Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) has announced two major decisions to strengthen the participation of Saudi nationals in the private-sector workforce. The measures aim to create productive and appealing job opportunities while ensuring…
US President Donald Trump (AP photo) US President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would push the issue of acquiring Greenland at this week’s Davos Economic Forum, arguing that Denmark is unable to protect the territory. “We have to have it. They have to have this done. They can’t protect it, Denmark, they’re…
Love, Luxury and Obsession: Netflix’s 2026 Arabic Shows Are About to Take Over Your Screen Netflix has just unveiled its much-anticipated Arabic-language entertainment slate for 2026, sending fans across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) into a frenzy. The streamer’s new roster spans drama, reality TV, romance, horror and psychological thrillers, marking another bold…
World’s Safest City for a Decade: How Does Abu Dhabi Do It? In a remarkable achievement that underscores its ongoing commitment to public safety, Abu Dhabi has once again been named the world’s safest city in the latest Numbeo Global Safety Index, marking the tenth consecutive year the UAE capital has topped the global rankings….
