Students in Jeddah got a hands-on introduction to STEM careers through electric motorsport this week, as part of the 2026 E1 Jeddah GP. The Driving Force program, presented by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), aims to familiarize students aged 8–18 with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through professional racing and sustainability-focused industries. John Williams, Managing…
Federal agents fatally shot a Minneapolis man on Saturday, marking the second deadly incident in the city this month amid federal immigration enforcement operations. The victim was identified as 37-year-old Alex Pretti, a US citizen and nurse who worked at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital. The Alex Pretti shooting Minneapolis has drawn national attention after…
Dubai’s gold market reached a historic milestone on Saturday, with prices surpassing Dh600 per gram for the first time. The surge reflects strong international demand for precious metals amid ongoing economic uncertainties. According to data from the Dubai Jewellery Group, 24-karat gold traded at Dh601 per gram, continuing a streak of record highs over the…
Dubai-based Emirates airline has cancelled several flights to and from the United States as Winter Storm Fern approaches, bringing heavy snowfall, icy roads, and travel disruptions across large parts of the country. The storm is expected to affect areas from Texas and the Great Plains to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, with authorities warning of power…
SALALAH — Omani authorities have arrested five Yemeni nationals for illegally entering Omani territorial waters in Dhofar while attempting to smuggle drugs into the country via a fishing boat. The suspects were intercepted by the Coast Guard Police of the Dhofar Governorate Police Command and are now facing legal proceedings. In a separate operation, the…
KHASAB — The Musandam Discovery Diving Centre in Oman’s Musandam Governorate has emerged as a pioneering project turning the region’s deep seas into a premier global destination for diving enthusiasts. The centre has successfully combined passion for the marine environment with tourism development, attracting visitors from around the world. Badr Mohammed Al Shehhi, the centre’s…
MUSCAT — Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, is scheduled to arrive in Oman on Wednesday for an official visit, during which she will hold talks with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The Italian leader will be accompanied by a delegation of government officials as part of the visit. Discussions are expected…
DOHA — Qatar has joined the US-led Pax Silica Alliance, a move aimed at strengthening cooperation in semiconductors, critical minerals, and advanced digital technologies. The announcement was made on Monday as part of Doha’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy and enhance technological capabilities. The Pax Silica Alliance, launched last month in Washington, focuses on…
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye arrived in Kuwait on Monday for an official visit ahead of his participation in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in the United Arab Emirates. During his stop in Kuwait, President Faye met with Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, where both sides discussed a range of regional and international issues,…
Dubai Basketball continued their flawless run in the ABA League with a 90–79 victory over Borac Mozzart at Coca-Cola Arena on Monday, extending their unbeaten streak to 12 consecutive wins. The night also marked a landmark moment for the club and youth basketball development in the UAE, as 17-year-old Tomislav Vuckovic became the first graduate…
