November 2024

Namibians await vote results as ruling party seeks to extend 34-year rule
by admin|28 November 2024|latest, Travel
Votes are being counted in Namibia, where the ongoing election could be the most competitive since the country's independence from white-minority rule in South Africa 34 years ago. The election has been marred by logistical issues, with some areas requiring...
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Deadly Landslides and Flash Floods Devastate Indonesia’s North Sumatra Province
by admin|28 November 2024|latest, Travel
Severe weather in Indonesia’s North Sumatra province has led to deadly landslides and flash floods, leaving at least 27 people dead and many others missing. Torrential rains began last week, causing widespread destruction in four districts. Authorities warn that extreme...
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Sheikh Mohammed tours Emirates’ first Airbus A350
by admin|27 November 2024|Emirates, latest
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited Dubai International Airport to inspect Emirates’ latest addition to its fleet, the Airbus A350-900, according to the Dubai Media...
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A capital on lockdown, internet blackouts and protesters clashing with police. What’s going on in Pakistan?
by admin|27 November 2024|latest
Thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan clashed with security forces in Islamabad late Tuesday as authorities launched a night-time operation to disperse crowds demanding Khan’s release from jail. The protests followed Khan's call for a march on...
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon
by admin|27 November 2024|latest
Thousands Return to Southern Lebanon as Ceasefire Between Israel and Hezbollah Takes Effect A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah came into effect on Wednesday at 4 a.m. (02:00 GMT), marking the end of nearly 14 months of intense cross-border conflict...
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COP29 Concludes in Baku: Key Outcomes and NOAA’s Contributions
by admin|27 November 2024|latest
This past weekend, the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (or COP29) wrapped up in Baku, Azerbaijan, where ministers unveiled a new finance goal to help countries safeguard their people and economies from climate disasters while seizing...
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How Arab Americans and Muslims in Michigan could swing the 2024 presidential election
by admin|27 November 2024|latest
DEARBORN, Michigan – On the tree-lined streets of Detroit’s suburban inner ring, where tidy lawns and inviting homes paint a serene picture, an intense political battle is unfolding. Dearborn, home to the largest Arab American community in the U.S., is...
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The UAE arrests 3 Uzbek nationals for the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi
by admin|27 November 2024|Emirates, latest, World
DUBAI — The United Arab Emirates announced on Monday that police have arrested three Uzbek nationals in connection with the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi, an incident that has raised concerns within the growing Israeli community in the country. The...
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Yalla TV launches student internships as part of capabilities upgrade
by admin|25 November 2024|Emirates, latest, Tech
The upgrades underscore Yalla TV’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality content while fostering opportunities for emerging talent and businesses. UAE-based Yalla TV has announced the enhancement of its production facilities. With state-of-the-art studios, cutting-edge recording equipment, and advanced digital infrastructure,...
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Sheikh Hamdan leads record-breaking Dubai Run 2024
by admin|25 November 2024|Emirates, latest
278,000 residents, visitors from diverse backgrounds join celebration of well-being Dubai: A record-breaking 278,000 participants from diverse backgrounds took part in the iconic Dubai Run, transforming Sheikh Zayed Road into the world’s largest running track. The event, held this morning,...
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