Sharjah’s Faya palaeolandscape has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, marking the UAE’s second such site. With evidence of continuous human presence spanning 210,000 years, including advanced stone tools, the site offers rare insight into early human settlement in Arabia. The listing affirms the UAE’s role in global heritage preservation and archaeological research.
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Przemyslaw Jeziorski, a UC Berkeley business professor, was fatally shot in Greece near his ex-wife's home. The professor was in Greece because of a custody battle with his ex-wife. The masked gunman fled on foot after shooting Jeziorski multiple times. The family is seeking justice and raising funds for legal fees and repatriation, while the Haas School of Business mourns the loss of a beloved professor.
A fast-spreading Covid variant, NB.1.8.1, is driving a sharp rise in cases across Gulf countries, especially Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman. Low vaccination rates and poor hospital reporting are making it harder to track the impact. Experts warn the region is underprepared as testing drops, immunity wanes, and real-time data remains limited.
The Pentagon has ordered the withdrawal of 2,000 National Guard troops from Los Angeles, a reduction from the deployment initiated in response to protests against the Trump administration's immigration policies. This decision follows criticism from local officials, including Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom, regarding the heavy military presence.
Bahrain's yacht rental market is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by rising affluence and strategic investments in maritime infrastructure. From short marina cruises to island excursions and superyacht charters, diverse options cater to tourists, expats, and locals. This surge reflects Bahrain's ambition to become a prominent Gulf yachting hub, blending leisure, heritage, and economic diversification.
China's expanded visa-free policy, now encompassing 74 countries, has spurred a significant surge in foreign arrivals, more than doubling to over 20 million in 2024. This initiative, aimed at boosting tourism and the economy, has led to increased bookings for air travel and hotels, with tour companies experiencing substantial growth.
At just 17, Fatima Al Awadhi became the youngest Emirati to summit Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak. Her climb is part of the Seven Summits challenge, scaling the tallest mountains on each continent. Backed by Finance House and inspired by UAE’s leadership, Fatima hopes to motivate young Emiratis, especially girls, to dream big and push boundaries.
Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke is demanding that social media giants like Meta, X, and TikTok take immediate action to block violent content. This urgent appeal follows a shooting at a local business where the perpetrator recorded and uploaded the footage, claiming responsibility. Locke emphasizes the need for these platforms to ban criminal accounts, remove content glorifying violence, and implement real-time detection tools to protect the community.
US President Donald Trump attended a soccer match with his family. The match coincided with the anniversary of the assassination attempt on him. The incident happened in Butler, Pennsylvania. A Senate committee report revealed “preventable failures” by the Secret Service. The report highlighted communication mishandling and security lapses. Six agents have been suspended.
Akashkumar Narendrakumar Khant, an Indian engineer in Canada, received a conditional discharge after admitting to attempting to buy sex from a 15-year-old girl. The Ontario judge cited potential immigration consequences, such as delaying citizenship and separating him from his wife, as reasons for the lenient sentence. The judge also noted the high IQ of the accused. This decision has sparked significant public outrage.