The UAE has established the National Anti-Narcotics Authority under a federal decree issued by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan has been appointed as its Chairman. The Authority is tasked with unifying drug control efforts nationwide through coordinated legislation, enforcement, prevention, and monitoring of narcotics-related threats.
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Kuwait implements new rules for vehicle colour changes. Motorists need permission before repainting their cars. Approved workshops must handle the job. A final inspection updates the registration. Violators face fines up to 500 Kuwaiti Dinars. The rules align with international standards. They also prevent illegal modifications. These measures enhance road safety governance in Kuwait.
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South Korea faces a critical issue as elderly suicide rates surge, driven by isolation, financial struggles, and societal neglect. Over 18,000 seniors died by suicide between 2019 and 2023, highlighting a crisis often overlooked. Experts urge immediate intervention through mental health programs, community support, and pension reforms to address this growing demographic challenge.
Legal scholars also raised red flags. The Establishment Clause of the US Constitution prohibits government endorsement of religion. While DHS has not officially responded to requests for clarification, civil liberties groups are reportedly preparing to challenge the campaign in court.
In Q1 2025, domestic workers constitute 25.2% of Kuwait's expatriate labor, totaling 745,000, a 5.6% decrease from last year. Indians lead both domestic (42.2%) and overall expatriate employment (35.3%). Workers from India, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and Bangladesh comprise nearly 90% of the domestic labor force, reflecting shifts in Kuwait's labor market.
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.
Kuwait's Justice Ministry is set to digitize all legal services soon. This will impact citizens, residents, lawyers, and court staff. Filing cases, receiving notifications, and paying fees will be online. Court procedures will become faster, and judgments will be enforced quickly. The ministry is partnering with Google and Microsoft for this digital shift.
Qatar has enacted a new cybercrime law amendment, effective August 4, 2025, imposing strict penalties for unauthorized sharing of images or videos online. Violators face imprisonment up to one year and fines up to QR100,000 for infringing on individual privacy. This measure complements existing data protection laws, strengthening personal data safeguards in the digital sphere.
Lucid Motors has named Timothée Chalamet its first-ever Global Brand Ambassador in a multi-year partnership. The Saudi-backed EV maker, renowned for its cutting-edge performance and design, is tapping into Chalamet’s star power to enhance its cultural presence. The actor, seen driving a Lucid Air since 2023, will front an upcoming campaign for the Lucid Gravity SUV, signaling Lucid's growing intersection of innovation, luxury, and pop culture.