Dubai is gearing up for its 80th online auction of special vehicle number plates. The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, will offer 350 exclusive plates from August 11 to 15. These plates feature two to five-digit combinations with codes H to Z. Registration begins on August 4. A Dh5,000 security cheque and Dh120 fee are needed to participate.
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A thrill ride at Green Mountain Park in Taif, Saudi Arabia, snapped mid-air, injuring 23 people, three critically. The 360 Degrees ride's central pole broke in two, sending riders crashing to the ground. Emergency services responded swiftly, and authorities have launched an investigation. The park has been shut down by order of Taif’s governor pending further inquiry.
A Florida jury instructed Tesla to pay $243 million to the family of Naibel Benavides Leon. She died in a 2019 crash involving a Tesla Model S with Autopilot. The jury found Tesla 33% responsible for the accident. The Autopilot system failed to detect a parked vehicle. George McGee, the driver, was distracted.
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Saudi Arabia will celebrate its 95th National Day on September 23, 2025, under the theme “Our Pride is in Our Nature.” Unveiled by the General Entertainment Authority, the identity highlights six cultural values through symbolic visuals. The campaign honors the Kingdom’s unification and national character, blending tradition with ambition in a unified, forward-looking celebration of pride and heritage.
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Oman has broadened its Omanisation policy, adding engineering, IT, quality control, and technical roles to the list of professions restricted to non-Omani workers. The changes, effective immediately for some positions and phased in until 2027 for others, aim to prioritize employment for Omani nationals. This initiative impacts over 30 professions across various sectors, requiring employers to adjust their workforce strategies.
Saudi Arabia detained 22,147 individuals between July 24-30, 2025, for violating residency, labor, and border regulations. A significant number, 11,000, have already been deported. Authorities intercepted illegal entrants, primarily Ethiopians and Yemenis, and those attempting unauthorized exits. Stiff penalties, including imprisonment, hefty fines, and asset seizure, await anyone aiding these violators, as the Kingdom intensifies its zero-tolerance approach.