Ras Al Khaimah's infamous "haunted" mansion, Al Qasimi Palace, is now for sale at AED 25 million, exclusively to Emirati nationals. Originally built in 1985 for over AED 500 million, the opulent palace was never occupied due to family objections. After restoration, it reopened as a cultural attraction, drawing visitors with its folklore and unique architecture.
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Dubai's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs has won the world's Best AI Governance Strategy award. This recognition highlights their commitment to a transparent, responsible, and citizen-centric AI ecosystem, particularly in immigration and travel. Expect faster, more secure digital services, including improved e-gates and expanded online self-service options for residents and travellers.
GOSI will advance November 2025 pension payments to Thursday, October 30th, due to the usual November 1st date falling on a weekend. Retirees need no action as deposits are automatic. GOSI also denied social media rumors of an 800-SAR one-off increase, urging reliance on official channels.
Four thieves executed a daring daylight heist at Paris's Louvre Museum, stealing eight priceless Napoleonic jewels in just seven minutes. Using a crane and power tools, they breached the Apollo gallery, though they left behind the Regent diamond and Empress Eugénie's crown. The incident has exposed security flaws and prompted calls for reinforcement.
FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denied claims that President Trump orchestrated the NBA gambling bust due to player activism. Patel asserted his sole authority over arrest decisions, dismissing the suggestion as "dumbest thing I've ever heard." Social media users trolled him, saying he couldn't make any arrests in the Epstein or Diddy case whatsoever.
A resurfaced May 2024 IRL stream featuring Nina Lin has sparked debate over sexual consent, showing Lin restraining Said while Zoe Spencer engaged in sexual acts. Viewers noted Said's attempts to leave, raising concerns about consent in public streams and whether male victims are taken seriously. Lin denied assault, calling it "embarrassing" for a man to report it.
A 27-year-old Oxford graduate, Simon van Teutem, is questioning why bright young minds flock to prestigious but unfulfilling corporate jobs. His research, including over 200 interviews, reveals how status and perceived safety trap graduates in high-pressure roles. Van Teutem argues this 'insecure overachiever' mindset leads to immense opportunity cost, diverting talent from solving societal issues.
Twitch streamer Mizkif faced significant backlash after old clips resurfaced showing him aggressively reacting to viewers mentioning his ex-partner, Emiru, who recently accused him of controlling behavior. In the viral clips, Mizkif lashed out at fans, calling them 'losers' and banning them, while also defending his career despite declining viewership.
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