An 18-year-old Dutch girl was murdered by her father and two brothers who believed her ‘Western behavior’ brought shame to their family. Ryan Al Najjar was found gagged and tied in a swamp after reportedly stopping wearing a headscarf and interacting with boys. Her father fled to Syria, while the brothers face up to 20 […]
A Bangladesh court has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to five years in prison for corruption related to land allocations. Her niece, MP Tulip Siddiq, received a two-year term, while her sister, Sheikh Rehana, got seven years. This follows earlier convictions and sentences for Hasina and her children, with calls for her extradition from […]
The European Space Agency is planning an ambitious mission to Saturn’s moon Enceladus, launching in the 2040s. Utilizing an orbiter and lander, the mission will directly sample material from the moon’s subsurface ocean via its geysers. Scientists aim to analyze these plumes for clues to extraterrestrial life, making Enceladus a prime target in the search […]
Turkey’s Bayraktar Kızılelma, an uncrewed fighter jet, has achieved a historic milestone by successfully shooting down a jet-powered aircraft using a beyond-visual-range missile during trials. This marks the first time an unmanned aerial vehicle has demonstrated such air-to-air combat capability, utilizing domestically developed radar and missile technology. The advanced UAV also conducted joint flights with […]
A British IT consultant faced arrest and multiple charges after posting a photo with a gun from a US holiday. Police seized his devices, impacting his work. The case gained global attention when Elon Musk commented, sparking debate on UK social media policing and public order laws. Ultimately, charges were dropped.
FBI Director Kash Patel is refuting claims of misusing government jets for personal trips to see country singer Alexis Wilkins. He asserts flight logs were leaked for political reasons, stating all records are public and his travel is minimal. Patel also defends security details for Wilkins, attributing them to credible threats and standard protocols.
In Utqiagvik, Alask, the northernmost town in the United States, the Sun has set for the last time this year, ushering in roughly two months of Polar Night. As darkness settles in, residents navigate life under civil twilight, plunging temperatures and a winter sky dominated by artificial light and auroras. From cultural traditions to circadian […]
UAE Lottery has revamped its Lucky Day draw, shifting to weekly Saturday draws starting December 6th. The grand prize is now Dh30 million, with the second prize boosted to Dh5 million. This change aims to offer more frequent winning opportunities and sustained excitement for participants, concluding the era of the Dh100 million jackpot.
UAE motorists will see a slight increase in fuel prices for December 2025, with all petrol and diesel grades adjusted upwards. This change reverses the November dip and reflects global oil market movements. The new rates, effective December 1, 2025, bring Super 98 back to Dhs2.70 per litre.
In 2025, the UAE has streamlined its driving license system, allowing visitors from 52 countries to drive with their home licenses. Residents can also exchange their foreign licenses for a UAE one without tests. This move simplifies mobility, supporting the country’s ambition to attract global talent and enhance its reputation as a top business and […]