Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step to simplify the Umrah pilgrimage for domestic and international visitors with the “Nusk Al-Umrah” card. It centralizes key services, including transportation, crowd management, accommodation, and bus refueling. Domestic pilgrims can use digital versions, while international visitors receive printed cards, enhancing safety, convenience, and efficiency for millions of worshippers […]
The UAE is introducing penalties of up to Dh5,000 for businesses violating e-invoicing requirements. Starting July 2026, all invoices must be created, exchanged, and reported electronically to the Federal Tax Authority. Fines apply for delays in implementation, failure to transmit invoices or credit notes, system failure notifications, and updating registered business data, emphasizing strict compliance […]
Chinese forces fired three flares from Subi Reef towards a Philippine patrol plane during a routine surveillance mission in the South China Sea. The aircraft, belonging to the Philippine fisheries bureau, recorded the incident. Despite the warning, the plane continued its mission, monitoring Chinese vessels and militia ships in the disputed waters.
Pastor Stuart Knechtle has drawn criticism for disclosing a private late-night call with Barron Trump, 19, suggesting the President’s son is close to embracing Christianity. Knechtle said he shared with Barron a story about his friend in Africa who witnessed thousands of Muslims coming to Christ through dreams and revelations. The pastor said the story […]
Elon Musk slammed the EU with a €120 million fine for violating transparency rules under the Digital Services Act. He called for the EU’s abolition, advocating for national sovereignty. Regulators cited X’s inadequate verification, ad transparency, and researcher access. This marks a significant enforcement action, potentially impacting X’s operations and sparking a debate on digital […]
USCIS director Joseph Edlow said the new vetting of the nationals of 19 countries of concern who were allowed entry to the US during the Biden administration would also check their good moral character, their assimilation into US. Edlow said it’s still not possible to stop someone from getting radicalized after coming into US and […]
MAGA influencer Andrew Branca ignited controversy on X with disparaging remarks about people from India and other nations. He baselessly accused individuals from ‘third-world countries’ of widespread crime and questioned the academic achievements of Indians, suggesting they cheat on SATs. Branca further claimed Indians possess significantly lower average IQs compared to those of Western European […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority distributed 500 child car seats to newborns across 26 hospitals from December 1 to 5, as part of its sixth annual “Safety from the First Journey” initiative during the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad. The program promotes road safety from day one, offers practical guidance for parents, and aligns with […]