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Astronomers get the best look yet at the surface of an exoplanet
TechnologyWashington: Astronomers have gotten their clearest look yet at the surface of an exoplanet - a planet beyond our solar system - thanks to NASA 's James Webb Space Telescope. Webb gathered data on a rocky exoplanet with a diameter about 30% larger than Earth that indicates it is a desolate and air
Bahrain arrests 41 people 'linked to Iran's IRGC'
NewsBahrain 's interior ministry said on Saturday it had arrested 41 people it said were linked to Iran 's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC), the state news agency reported. The ministry said security authorities uncovered a group linked to Iran 's IRGC, adding that investigations by the public prose
Arab Parliament Speaker condemns Iranian attacks against UAE
UAECairo: Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, condemned the Iranian aggressive and terrorist attacks targeting the UAE with ballistic missiles and drones, stressing that these acts constitute a serious escalation and a blatant violation of international law, the UN Charter an
Plane hits pedestrian on runway during take-off
WorldDenver: Frontier Airlines said that one of its passenger jets had reportedly struck a pedestrian late on Friday on the runway at Denver International Airport while taking off for Los Angeles, Reuters reported. The Airbus A321 was taking off while it appeared to hit an individual walking on the
Indonesia locates two Singaporeans missing after Mount Dukono eruption
WorldIndonesian authorities on Saturday located two Singaporeans who went missing after Mount Dukono erupted on the Pacific island of Halmahera, officials said, but it was unclear whether they were alive. "We have identified the coordinates of their locations. It 's around the crater rim," Iwan Ramd
Croatian Dino Prizmic stuns idol Djokovic at the Italian Open
SportsCroatian qualifier Dino Prizmic stunned his childhood hero Novak Djokovic 2-6 6-2 6-4 in the second round of the Italian Open on Friday, as the Serbian struggled with exhaustion and backhand errors in his first match on clay this year. It was the first time Djokovic lost his opening match at th
US imposes sanctions on companies it accuses of aiding Iran's weapons sector
WorldWASHINGTON: The U.S. Treasury on Friday announced sanctions against individuals and companies, including several in China and Hong Kong, over accusations they aided Iran 's efforts to secure weapons and the raw materials needed to build its Shahed drones and ballistic missiles. The Treasury move
Luis Suarez open to Uruguay return for World Cup
SportsUruguay striker Luis Suarez has left the door open for an international return, saying he would reverse his retirement if he is needed for this year’s World Cup, potentially returning to the national side after over a 19-month absence. The 39-year-old retired from international football in Septe
Rory McIlroy: Bringing back LIV players 'good business' for PGA Tour
SportsRory McIlroy is softening his stance on the return of players from LIV Golf to the PGA Tour, acknowledging Friday that bringing back more defectors from the breakaway circuit could be a net positive. With the future of LIV in doubt after Saudi Arabia 's Public Investment Fund announced it is pul
IPL 2026: Green happy to play second fiddle as Allen brings up maiden IPL ton
SportsFinn Allen’s maiden Indian Premier League hundred for Kolkata Knight Riders came with a little help from teammate Cameron Green, who said he deliberately eased off late in the chase to give the New Zealander a shot at three figures. Allen smashed an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls as Kolkata cruised t
UAE Labour Market Observatory: How to access job data, laws and complaint channels online
UAEWhen you want more information about employment trends, policies or anything related to the UAE’s labour market, there’s no need to guess. Just head to the Labour Market Observatory. What is the UAE Labour Market Observatory? A government-led initiative, the Labour Market Observatory delivers accur
Dubai to transform tunnels into public art spaces — artists invited to participate
UAESoon, tunnels in Dubai will no longer simply be places to pass through – they’re going to become places to remember. And if you’re an artist, you can directly help make this happen. For the first time, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is collaborating with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority to
Trump releases previously classified UFO files
WorldPresident Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday released dozens of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings and alien life to provide what they called "unprecedented transparency" to the American people. The disclosure of the long-sought documents and photos of "unid
Lionel Messi: Neymar 'deserves' another World Cup run for Brazil
SportsCount Argentina and Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi among those who thinks that Neymar should compete for his native Brazil in the upcoming World Cup. Messi, who played with Neymar for four seasons at Barcelona and another two at Paris Saint-Germain before both moved on in 2023, admitted he d
IPL 2026: Allen ton flattens Delhi, boosts Kolkata's playoff chance
SportsKolkata Knight Riders opener Finn Allen smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls in their eight-wicket demolition of Delhi Capitals in a timely boost to their playoff hopes in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday. Allen smashed 10 sixes in his scintillating knock as Kolkata chased down a 1