File photo: Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol (Picture credit: AP) South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol, already behind bars, has been indicted on further criminal charges tied to his controversial martial law declaration in December.According to the new agency Associated Press, the fresh indictment means Yoon will remain in detention for up…
A 61-year-old man died after he was pulled into an MRI machine while wearing a metal chain at a medical facility in New York on Wednesday, reports ABC News.The incident took place in the afternoon at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, Long Island. According to Nassau County Police, the man entered an MRI room without…
Saudi Arabia’s new wage insurance and digital reforms aim to safeguard expatriate workers’ rights and earnings amidst Vision 2030 labor market transformations/Representative Image TL;DR: Saudi’s Expatriate Worker Wage Insurance, effective October 6, 2024, covers up to SAR 17,500 in unpaid wages and includes a repatriation ticket if 80%+ of workers at a firm go unpaid…
A vehicle ploughed into a crowd in Los Angeles’ East Hollywood, injuring over 20 people, according to the Fire Department, quoted by AP.The incident occurred in the US city’s Santa Monica Boulevard early Saturday (local time), prompting an emergency response. It has left up to five people in critical condition, eight to ten in serious…
At least 4 dead and 1,300 evacuated after heavy rain in South Korea (Pic credit: AP) SEOUL: A landslide triggered by torrential rain killed at least three people in South Korea, the national fire agency said Saturday, as rescuers battled to find three others who are believed buried under earth and debris.Heavy rain pounding the…
Dubai rose five places to rank 7th globally in Julius Baer’s 2025 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report/Representative Image TL;DR: Dubai has surged to 7th place globally in Julius Baer’s 2025 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report, the highest rank in the Middle East. Luxury property and cars saw the steepest price increases, but inflation on everyday…
The new Emirates First Class check-in area at Dubai Airport offers a calm, private space with luxury service from the start / Image Composite: emirates.com TL;DR Emirates has launched a dedicated First Class check-in area at Dubai’s Terminal 3. It includes lounge-style seating, private check-in, and luxury design touches. First Class passengers also get access…
UAE celebrating National Day and the spirit of unity / Representative Image TL;DR UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad) is celebrated every year on December 2 to mark the country’s formation in 1971. Celebrations include fireworks, music, family gatherings, and cultural events across the country. The 2024 guidelines focused on safe celebrations, with restrictions on…
The UAE operates multiple cricket-ready stadiums like Dubai International, Sheikh Zayed (Abu Dhabi), Sharjah; all ICC-compliant and equipped with modern amenities/Image: X TL;DR: The UAE has emerged as a premier global cricket hub, hosting marquee events like the IPL, Women’s T20 World Cup, Asia Cups, and Champions Trophy matches on short notice. This success stems…
TL;DR: The US has launched a fully digital passport renewal system — no paper, no post office, no queues. Nearly half of all renewals are now done online, with over 3 million American citizens already using it. Applicants can upload a photo from their phone, pay online, and receive a passport within weeks — sometimes…
