Trump puts the endangered in danger: White House moves to roll back key species protections

The Trump administration is rolling back Endangered Species Act protections, allowing economic factors to influence habitat designations and narrowing the definition of critical habitat. This move, critics warn, could significantly increase extinction risks for vulnerable wildlife by prioritizing development over scientific conservation needs and weakening automatic protections for threatened species.

‘I’m going to welcome thousands of people’: Trump defends H-1B as MAGA accuses him of betraying ‘America First’

In a recent speech, President Trump highlighted the vital role skilled foreign workers play in advancing technology projects, particularly referencing the upcoming chip factory in Arizona. He emphasized that these professionals not only bring expertise but are also essential for mentoring American workers in high-tech positions.

UAE launches economic programme to attract 1,000 global trade companies and boost emirati exports

The UAE has launched an international economic programme to attract 1,000 global trade companies, aiming to strengthen its position in global commerce. The initiative includes a digital gateway linking thousands of Emirati exporters to international markets, creating new opportunities and expanding exports. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid highlighted that the programme reinforces the UAE’s role as […]

Global icon Priyanka Chopra is coming to Abu Dhabi this December

Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas will headline the BRIDGE Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi from December 8-10. The Hollywood-Bollywood star will join other prominent figures like Idris Elba and Gary Vaynerchuk at the event, which aims to be the world’s largest debut media event, fostering deals and partnerships across the global media and entertainment industries.

Second most expensive artwork in history: Klimt’s portrait of Elisabeth Lederer sells for $236.4 million

Gustav Klimt’s “Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer” fetched a staggering $236.4 million, becoming the second most expensive painting ever sold at auction. This rare, full-length portrait, surviving wartime upheaval, captivated collectors with its rich detail and historical significance. The intense bidding war highlights the enduring demand for early 20th-century masterpieces with compelling stories and limited availability.

Oman: SalamAir partners with Airbus to enhance fleet reliability and efficiency

SalamAir, Oman’s low-cost carrier, has signed a long-term Flight Hour Services agreement with Airbus to strengthen maintenance efficiency, fleet reliability, and operational performance across its A320 family aircraft. The partnership provides component support, repair management, and predictive maintenance capabilities, aligning with SalamAir’s growth plans and Oman Vision 2040 goals while preparing for upcoming fleet expansions.

Donald Trump’s son weighs in on release of Jeffrey Epstein files: ‘It’s clear from all emails that…’

In a striking revelation, Donald Trump Jr. has pointed to freshly unearthed emails indicating that Jeffrey Epstein harbored a disdain for his father, implying that Epstein may have been poised to exploit any damaging secrets. This comes in light of Congress’s recent overwhelming approval of a bill aimed at releasing documents related to Epstein and […]