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UAE 2026 investment guide: Step-by-step tips to buy an off-plan property in Dubai, with costs and risks

Buying off-plan property in Dubai offers strategic entry into the market with flexible payment plans and potential price appreciation. Read on as we outline ...

Abbas Araghchi | The diplomat on a tightrope

Iran’s Foreign Minister faces the daunting task of finding a diplomatic way out of tensions with the U.S. without compromising key national security interest...

Dubai's beach makeover: Women-only beaches to night swimming, floating bridges and mega coastline expansions

Dubai is undertaking a massive coastal transformation, expanding public beaches to 105 km and enhancing facilities by 400% through the Blue and Green Spaces ...

'Wife hunt': Norway's crown princess faces backlash over Epstein link; issues apology

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces backlash over past contact with Jeffrey Epstein, issuing a "profound apology" after emails revealed intimate exchan...

Bangladesh Awami League Hindu leader Ramesh Chandra Sen dies in jail, raising custodial treatment concerns

Ramesh Chandra Sen, a senior Hindu leader of Bangladesh Awami League, died in Dinajpur District Jail. This incident raised concerns about the treatment of po...

How to apply for GCC Unified Visa: Step-by-step guide, documents checklist for Schengen-style visa to 6 Gulf countries

The GCC is launching a unified tourist visa, allowing entry to all six member states with a single online application. Travellers can expect a streamlined di...

Trump aims to hold first meeting of new Board of Peace in Washington later in February

The meeting, proposed for February 19, would include both world leaders who accepted Mr. Trump's invitation in January to join the board as well as members o...

Nazi Slogans, 'Blood' Swastika: How Russia University Attack Unfolded

Russia's Interior ministry said the accused stabbed several students in the dormitory.

Polling opens in Thai general election

No party is forecast to win an outright majority, and coalition negotiations are expected to follow the results.

Thailand votes in early election with 3 main parties vying for power

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes for big win as polls open in national elections

Takaichi is hugely popular, but the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, which has governed Japan for most of the last seven decades, is not

France opens probe against ex-Culture Minister Lang after Epstein file dump

Jack Lang has been summoned to report on February 8 to the Foreign Ministry, which supervises the Arab World Institute, a cultural and research institution ‌...

AI content on Australian tour website sends tourists chasing hot springs that don’t exist

An Australian tour company’s AI-generated article falsely promoted “Weldborough Hot Springs” in Tasmania, sending confused tourists to a town with no such at...

Four Indian students among several injured in stabbing attack in Russia

The Russian Federal Health Ministry said that four people injured in the attack are receiving medical care. One is in serious condition, while three others a...

IS owns up 'suicide attack' on Pakistan Shia mosque; toll now 36

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a deadly blast at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, which resulted in over three dozen casualties. The terror outf...

US pushing Russia & Ukraine to end war by June: Zelenskyy

Kyiv Agrees To New Round Of Talks In Miami

After filming Iran's violent crackdown, she's afraid to step out

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,445

These are the key developments from day 1,445 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Did Tony Hawk’s wedding take place on Jeffrey Epstein’s island? Skateboarding legend responds

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk has publicly debunked claims linking him to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island. The confusion arose from a third-party FBI tip a...

Polls open in Thailand as reformists, conservatives vie for power

No single party is expected to secure a clear majority in Sunday's vote, raising the spectre of political instability.

Twitch streamer Bisscute hospitalized after katana accident on live stream

Popular streamer Bisscute suffered a severe hand injury during a live broadcast when a katana slipped from its sheath. Instinctively trying to catch the fall...

UK rapper Central Cee confirms conversion to Islam and reveals new name during livestream

British rapper Central Cee has confirmed he has converted to Islam and changed his name, revealing the decision during a low-key livestream. The artist, form...

Japan votes as Sanae Takaichi seeks mandate for conservative agenda

Opinion polls suggest Takaichi's conservative coalition could win more than 300 of the 465 seats in the lower house.

Indian-origin man cheats Singapore woman of Rs 1.6 crore, dupes her into 57 payments claiming to buy video games

UK considers targeting Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ in new escalation against Moscow

Britain is exploring military options to seize Russia-linked shadow fleet tankers, potentially opening a new front against Moscow as its oil revenues decline...

In economic speeches, Trump claims inflation victory nearly 20 times even as prices bite

“He can’t continue to make claims that are demonstrably false, particularly at the expense of Republicans who are in competitive House districts or Senate ra...

4 Indian Students Injured After Knife Attack In Russian College: Embassy

The local media said two police officers were also injured.

China Conducted Nuclear Tests A Week After Galwan Clash In 2020: US

China conducted secret nuclear explosive tests using a method to decrease the effectiveness of seismic monitoring, US Under Secretary of State Thomas G DiNan...

Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister

Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.

For minorities, Bangladesh’s election is a litmus test of security

This plea for basic security has emerged as the overwhelming, non-partisan demand of religious minorities, who make up roughly 10% of the population, as camp...

Asim Munir Pakistan Blast: মসজিদে বিস্ফোরণের নেপথ্যে কি খোদ আসিম মুনির? ভাইরাল ভিডিও ঘিরে তোলপাড়, প্রশ্ন পাকিস্তানের অন্দরেই

নয়াদিল্লি: জুম্মার নমাজ চলাকালীন তীব্র বিস্ফোরণ। মসজিদ জুড়ে ছিন্নভিন্ন হয়ে পড়েছিল শুধু লাশ। ইসলামাবাদ থেকে গতকাল ওই ছবি সামনে আসতে চমকে উঠেছিলেন সকলেই। আর ...

‘Non-negotiable’: Iran says missiles off the table in talks with the US

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says discussions will remain focused on nuclear issue, not missile programme.

Syria and Saudi Arabia sign multibillion-dollar investment deals

Elaf fund will finance projects with buy-in from Saudi investors committing $2bn for two airports in Aleppo city.

India trusted partner for growth, says PM Modi in Malaysia citing trade deals with various countries

“Trust has become India’s strongest currency,” Mr. Modi said, citing trade deals with the UK, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, Oman, the EU and the U.S.

Suryakumar rescues India as United States threaten T20 World Cup upset

India recover from 77-6 as captain Suryakumar Yadav hits an unbeaten 84 in 29-run World Cup win against United States.

Viral Video: বেচে যাওয়া রান্না করা মাংস ধুয়ে রেখে দিচ্ছেন রেস্তোরাঁর কর্মী ! ওটাই নাকি ব্যবহার হবে পরের দিনের রান্নায়

Viral Video: রেস্তোরাঁয় বেচে গিয়েছে রান্না করা খাবার। সেই অবশিষ্ট খাবারই ভালভাবে ধুয়ে তুলে রাখা হচ্ছে, পুনরায় ব্যবহারের জন্য। এমনই ভয়ঙ্কর ভিডিও ভাইরাল হয়েছে ...

China conducts naval, air patrols around disputed South China Sea

“In an ​attempt to stir ⁠up troubles in the South China Sea, the ​Philippine side ⁠roped in countries outside the region and conducted so-called ‘bilateral ‌...

England vs Nepal: T20 World Cup – teams, start time, lineups

England open their 2026 T20 World Cup campaign against Nepal with points to prove on and off the field.

Will pro-military message bring Thailand’s ‘most hawkish’ party to power?

Thailand's border war with Cambodia has fuelled an election campaign as nationalistic sentiments surge in the country.

US Gave June Deadline To Ukraine, Russia For Peace Deal: Zelensky

The latest deadline follows US-brokered trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi that produced no breakthrough

Carrick extends winning run as Man United beat 10-man Tottenham 2-0

Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes score for ‍United while Spurs captain Christian Romero sees red for a wild challenge.

"I Am Going to Die": US Family Sues Tesla After Young Driver Dies Unable To Escape

The lawsuit alleges that Tesla's electronic door handles failed.

Spain, Portugal brace for new storm after floods kill 2, displace 11,000

Authorities in Portugal are deploying more than 26,500 rescuers as Storm Marta approaches.

‘Israel killed international law in Gaza’, official tells Al Jazeera

Mustafa Barghouti, of the Palestinian National Initiative, said steadfastness of Palestinians shows 'failure of Israel'.

Viral Video: সিম কার্ড গলিয়ে সোনা বের করলেন যুবক, আবর্জনা থেকে ২৬ লক্ষ টাকা লাভ, ভিডিও ভাইরাল

নয়াদিল্লি: ফেলে দেওয়া সিম কার্ড কুড়িয়ে এনে জড়ো করেছিলেন। সেই সব সিমকার্ড থেকে খুঁটে খুঁটে বের করলেন সোনা। হেলাফেলা করার ব্যাপার নয় মোটেই। কারণ পরিত্যক্ত সি...

Pakistan Blast : নমাজের সময় বিস্ফোরণ ইসলামাবাদের মসজিদে, নিহত অন্তত ৬৯; জখম ১৬৯

ইসলামাবাদ : ফের বিস্ফোরণ পাকিস্তানে। ইসলামাবাদের মসজিদে জোরাল আত্মঘাতী বোমা বিস্ফোরণে অন্তত ৬৯ জনের মৃত্যু হয়েছে বলে খবর পাওয়া যাচ্ছে। আহত ১৬৯। নিহতের সংখ্যা...

The Black Market For Russian And Iranian Oil Is In Trouble

The exact size of the black-market glut is difficult to ascertain

Viral post claims Indian restaurant in Texas offering jobs only to F-1 students, paying in cash

Epstein Files: New email shows Ghislaine Maxwell explains controversial photo of Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre

Newly released US justice records reveal a 2015 draft email in which Ghislaine Maxwell set out her account of the disputed photograph linking Prince Andrew a...

"Standing With Our Jailers": Mamdani Under Fire For Celebratory Hijab Day Post

Critics have slammed Mamdani for the tone-deaf post