Shane Lowry is looking to turn disappointment into motivation at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic after narrowly missing victory at the Dubai Invitational. The Irishman led heading into the final hole but a double-bogey dropped him to tied third, leaving him “hurt” but determined to learn from the setback. Lowry said honest discussions with his […]
Former Bollywood actress Rimi Sen, known for films like Dhoom, Hungama and Phir Hera Pheri, has begun a new career as a real estate agent in Dubai. In an interview, she said the UAE felt welcoming, with expatriates making up most of the population and systems designed for comfortable living. Rimi praised Dubai’s professional property […]
The UAE has been ranked first globally in the Edelman Trust Index 2026, making it the world’s most trusted government. Announcing the milestone, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said trust is built over years through credibility, fulfilled promises, fair laws and respect for people. The ranking highlights the UAE’s strong governance, transparency and service […]
The 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships will feature a world-class ATP 500 line-up from February 23–28. Defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas returns alongside World No7 Félix Auger-Aliassime, former winners Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev, and top players Alexander Bublik, Jack Draper and Karen Khachanov. Organisers promised fans an exceptional week of tennis. The women’s WTA […]
Kartik Aaryan is in advanced talks with Kill director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat for a mythological action-adventure film. Despite his last film underperforming, Kartik continues to attract exciting projects. Sources say he is thrilled by the subject, calling it commercial, novel, and appealing to both masses and classes. Talks are also underway with a major studio […]
The UAE has launched the Year of Family 2026 under the “UAE Year Of” initiative with the theme “Growing in Unity”, promoting family closeness, stability, and wellbeing. Guided by three priorities—Roots (instilling values), Bonds (strengthening connections), and Branches (providing tools to navigate challenges)—the initiative encourages everyday care and positive interactions. It acknowledges modern parenting challenges, […]
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan stole the spotlight at the Joy Awards 2026 in Riyadh, wearing a sleek all-black ensemble. Expressing his joy at attending, he fondly recalled filming in Saudi Arabia and praised the warmth and hospitality of fans. Khan shared his desire to return for a holiday, not work, highlighting his love for […]
New Zealand defeated India by 41 runs in the third ODI at Indore to claim their first-ever ODI series win in India. Batting first, the Black Caps posted 337-8, powered by Daryl Mitchell’s 137 and Glenn Phillips’ 106, recovering from an early 58-3 slump. India fought back with Virat Kohli’s 124 and Reddy’s 53, but […]
Dubai is set to organise the world’s largest unified virtual sign language class on January 21, 2026, aiming to set a Guinness World Record. The event is organised by Dubai’s Community Development Authority as part of the “Dubai Communicates in Sign Language” initiative launched in October 2025. The initiative reflects the UAE’s vision of building […]
Hollywood actor Matthew McConaughey has taken a proactive legal step to protect himself from AI misuse by trademarking elements of his own identity. The US Patent and Trademark Office has approved eight trademarks covering his voice, video clips, facial expressions and his iconic phrase “Alright, alright, alright.” The move gives McConaughey a federal legal basis […]