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Mark Zuckerberg has sparked fresh debate about the relationship between artificial intelligence and employment after confirming that rising AI costs are a key factor behind upcoming layoffs at Meta Platforms. The remarks came during an internal company meeting in April 2026, where the CEO addressed concerns about job cuts and the company’s long-term strategy. While … Read more
Walk into almost any supermarket in the UAE, from large hypermarkets to small neighborhood stores, and you are likely to find a familiar red box sitting quietly on the spice aisle: Shan Masala. What began as a modest Pakistani cottage business has evolved into a pantry essential across the Gulf, particularly in the United Arab … Read more
Paris Modest Fashion Week 2026 was held in Paris for the first time, marking the city’s debut as a host for an event dedicated exclusively to modest fashion. The event formed part of the broader international Modest Fashion Week series, which has previously been organized in cities such as Istanbul, Dubai, and London. The Paris … Read more
Stranger Things: Tales from ’85 is an animated television series developed as part of the expanding Stranger Things franchise. The show premiered on Netflix in April 2026 and represents the first fully animated installment set within the established Stranger Things universe. Created under the supervision of the original series’ creators, The Duffer Brothers, the project … Read more
Sharjah has announced a major step toward expanding its electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure through a new strategic partnership aimed at installing more than 100 fast EV charging stations across the emirate. The initiative reflects ongoing efforts within the United Arab Emirates to support the transition toward sustainable transportation and reduce reliance on conventional fossil fuels. … Read more
Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum commended the performance of Dubai’s aviation sector during an official visit to review airport operations. The visit focused on assessing the efficiency and coordination of services at Dubai International Airport, one of the busiest international travel hubs in the world. During the visit, he was briefed by officials … Read more
The creation of the largest-ever three-dimensional map of the universe, containing data on more than 47 million galaxies and quasars, represents a major milestone in observational cosmology. This map was produced by the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), an international scientific collaboration led by the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Installed on the Nicholas U. Mayall … Read more
Emirates Airline has introduced and expanded a program known as “Travel Rehearsals,” designed to support children and young people with autism by helping them prepare for air travel. The initiative focuses on reducing anxiety associated with flying by allowing participants to experience the airport journey in a controlled, guided environment before undertaking an actual trip. … Read more
Brent crude jumped nearly 8% on Monday after the US Navy seized an Iranian ship and Tehran closed the Strait of Hormuz again, deepening the worst oil supply disruption in recorded history. Oil markets opened the week sharply higher after a chaotic weekend in the Gulf of Oman. Brent crude surged to $95.42 on Sunday … Read more
Oil markets moved the moment the news broke. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is completely open for commercial vessels for the duration of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. U.S. crude plunged 12% to around $83 a barrel. Brent crude slid more than 10% to near $89. … Read more