President Trump was spotted on the White House roof, accompanied by architect James McCrery, inspecting potential construction sites. Joking about installing "nuclear missiles," Trump highlighted his personal funding for projects. He also mentioned exploring ways to spend his money for the country.
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AlDhabi AlMheiri, an eleven-year-old Emirati, starts an AI academy for kids. She already holds Guinness World Records for her books. AlDhabi was the youngest female to publish a bilingual book. Her academy teaches AI, coding, and tech skills. It aims to empower children as creators. AlDhabi's work promotes youth innovation and tech access. She inspires future leaders globally.
The UAE has announced fuel prices for August 2025. Petrol prices saw a slight drop of 1 fils per litre, while diesel rose sharply by 15 fils. The revision follows July’s hike, which was driven by global tensions and rising oil prices. The UAE adjusts fuel rates monthly in line with international market trends under its deregulated pricing policy.
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.
Air Arabia will add a third daily flight between Sharjah and Bangkok starting October 26, 2025, increasing its total to three round-trip services daily. Operated by fuel-efficient Airbus A321neo-LR aircraft, the expansion aims to meet growing demand, enhance connectivity, and support tourism and trade between the UAE and Thailand, with flexible timings to suit all travelers.
Such quakes happen along subduction zones—where one tectonic plate dives beneath another—causing the ocean floor to jolt violently. That displacement sends out shockwaves in the form of tsunami waves. These waves travel at speeds of up to 800 km/h and fan out in all directions, much like ripples from a stone dropped in a pond.
Tragedy struck off the coast of Yemen as a migrant vessel sank, resulting in the confirmed deaths of at least 27 people. Security sources in Abyan province reported that approximately 150 individuals were aboard the ship. Search operations are currently underway to locate the over 100 migrants who remain missing following the devastating incident.
In early 2025, TikTok intensified content moderation in the UAE, removing over a million videos for violating guidelines. With a 98.2% proactive removal rate, 94% videos were taken down within 24 hours. Nearly 87,000 live hosts were banned, and 140,000 livestreams shut down. Across MENA, 16.5 million videos were removed.
Reshma Kewalramani, the Mumbai-born CEO of Vertex Pharmaceuticals, secures a spot on Fortune's 2025 list of the 100 Most Powerful People in Business, ranking at 62. As the first Indian-origin woman to lead a major US biotech firm, her leadership has propelled Vertex to a $110 billion valuation, marked by innovations like the FDA-approved non-opioid pain treatment, Journavx.
The Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme, reviewed by Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan, aims to empower Emirati families through financial, social, and educational support. Aligned with Dubai Social Agenda 33, it has boosted marriage rates, offered housing and wedding aid, and fostered youth stability. Leaders praised its impact in building strong, value-driven, and future-ready households.