Paul Thomas Anderson’s political thriller One Battle After Another was the big winner at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre, taking home six Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Supporting Actor (Sean Penn), Best Film Editing, and the inaugural Best Casting award. Anderson, earning his […]
Expatriates in the United Arab Emirates can now complete the mandatory medical fitness test for residency visa renewal from their homes through a new service introduced by Emirates Health Services. The initiative allows residents to book an appointment by calling 800887, after which a specialised medical team from Wiqayati preventive health centres visits the applicant’s […]
The 2025–2026 Dubai Racing Carnival will conclude with an exciting eight-race meeting at Meydan Racecourse, setting the stage for the upcoming Dubai World Cup later this month. The finale features a strong international field, with 112 horses competing across turf and dirt races, highlighting the global appeal of the Carnival. One of the key highlights […]
The makers of the upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga have released its first-look posters, giving audiences a glimpse of what appears to be a nostalgic old-school romance. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the film stars Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari, Vedang Raina and Naseeruddin Shah in key roles. The posters shared on social media hint at a romantic […]
The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League will begin on March 28, 2026, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The schedule for the first phase was announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, covering the first 20 matches from March 28 […]
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas has spoken about why she decided to explore opportunities outside Bollywood, saying she felt “cornered” in the industry at one point in her career. Speaking on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, the former Miss World 2000 winner explained that her decision was driven by the need to grow professionally […]
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has reaffirmed a temporary nationwide ban on drones and light sports aircraft across the United Arab Emirates due to exceptional circumstances. Authorities said the restriction is part of precautionary measures to ensure public safety and maintain secure and controlled airspace. The ban applies to drones, gliders, paragliders, microlight aircraft, […]
Dubai has been ranked the world’s cleanest city for the sixth consecutive year, according to the Global Power City Index released by the Mori Memorial Foundation. The emirate achieved a 100 percent satisfaction score for cleanliness under the Environmental Pillar of the ranking, reflecting its continued focus on sanitation, waste management, and sustainable urban services. […]
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a massive bonus of $14.24 million (1.31 billion rupees) for the Indian cricket team following their victory at the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The amount is nearly six times the $2.34 million prize money the team received for winning the tournament. India […]
Acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has dismissed rumours surrounding delays and health concerns, confirming that his upcoming film Love & War is almost complete. The director revealed that nearly 90 percent of the film has already been shot, with the remaining portions expected to be wrapped up within the next two months. The much-anticipated romantic […]