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Where Emirates Is Flying The Airbus A380 The Most In 2025
Emirates is by far the largest operator of the Airbus A380, with a total of 116 currently in its fleet. From its hub at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the carrier deploys its A380s on both regional services and on long-haul routes to...

The Complete guide to the World Nomad Games 2026 in Kyrgyzstan
In 2026, the 6th World Nomad Games return to Kyrgyzstan, the country where it all began. From August 31 to September 6, 2026, Bishkek and Issyk-Kul will host one of the most unique festivals in the world, gathering thousands of athletes, artists,...

Ngilngig Asian Film Fest 2025 to kick off at Cinematheque Davao
2 NGILNGIG Asian Fantastic Film Festival brings a lineup of 56 short films and five featured thrillers and “Retrograde” themes from the Philippines and other countries at the Cinematheque Center Davao from Oct. 25 to 29. This year’s ninth edition,...
2025 SEA Games: Men's Sepak Takraw Team Get Easy Draw In Regu Event
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 19 (Bernama) -- The national men’s sepak takraw squad have an easy path through the group stage of the 2025 South East Asian (SEA) Games regu event after being drawn in Group A with Laos and Vietnam today. Meanwhile, hosts...

Israeli strikes kill 44 people in Gaza with ceasefire under strain
The ceasefire in Gaza came under major strain on Sunday as Israel carried out bombings across the strip, accusing Hamas of attacking its troops. At least 44 people were killed in dozens of Israeli strikes across Gaza, according to official...
AACB 2025 Boosts Malaysia’s Craft Industry Global Reach
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN Arts & Crafts Bazaar 2025 (AACB 2025), currently taking place at Kompleks Kraf here, is a significant initiative to strengthen efforts to internationalise Malaysia’s craft industry on the global stage....
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Why Cristiano Ronaldo is football’s first billionaire but not the richest footballer in the world
Cristiano Ronaldo recently became football’s first billionaire, but he isn’t the richest footballer by a long shot. That title belongs to a former Chelsea youth player, who commands a $20 billion fortune. Cristiano Ronaldo recently became the...

Developing Services & Strengthening Stability: Week in Review for Government of Change & Construction
Developing Services & Strengthening Stability: Week in Review for Government of Change & Construction Sana’a - Saba: The Government of Change and Construction continues its steady steps toward enhancing performance, improving public services,...

Unlimited Steak Festival at InterContinental Dhaka
For the very first time, indulge in unlimited steaks at the iconic InterContinental Dhaka. InterContinental Dhaka, in collaboration with Bengal Meat, presents Meats & Beats Unlimited — an exclusive festival celebrating premium steaks, vibrant live...

Sheikh Tahnoon meets Jay-Z to discuss Abu Dhabi’s AI-powered economic transition
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, on Wednesday met hip-hop legend Jay-Z to discuss the future of the entertainment sector and the technological transformations driven by artificial intelligence....

ICC rejects Israel's bid to appeal against Netanyahu and Gallant arrest warrants
Israel's attempt to appeal against arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant over the Gaza war has been rejected by the International Criminal Court. The court, last November, found “reasonable...
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Tourism and Commerce Surged During F1™[1] Singapore Night Race - Visa
The increase in spend is driven by affluent travellers and nighttime economy SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 October 2025 - Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today released new insights from VisaNet data that underscore the...

IHC acquires majority stake in Pakistan's First Women Bank
International Holding Company (IHC), the largest listed company in the UAE, has acquired a majority stake in Pakistan's state-owned First Women Bank Limited, the company said on Friday. The acquisition follows a privatisation process conducted...

Microsoft brings AI data processing to UAE to boost compliance
Microsoft will begin processing data from its generative AI tool 365 Copilot within UAE borders from early 2026, a move expected to significantly accelerate artificial intelligence technology use across government bodies and highly regulated...

Apple launches M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro and Vision Pro with boosted AI
Apple has launched its MacBook Pro, iPad Pro and Vision Pro powered by its new M5 chip, which it says significantly boosts performance for artificial intelligence processes. The latest 14-inch (35.6cm) MacBook Pro's performance is three and a half...

Oracle and Nvidia to boost Abu Dhabi government services
Oracle and Nvidia are boosting Abu Dhabi's government services backed by artificial intelligence, accelerating the UAE capital's push for AI-centric leadership. The US tech giants are combining their sovereign cloud and AI computing platforms to...

Ministry of Health Launches Five-Month BN on the Move Championship 2025 to Promote National Wellness
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei, Sept. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 2,000 residents across all age groups converged at BIBD Connects, Taman Mahkota Jubli Emas, Bandar Seri Begawan, on 28 September 2025 as the Ministry of Health officially launched a...

Royal couple announce they are expecting their first baby
A royal couple are expecting their first baby together soon, it has been revealed. On Monday, Prince Mateen Abdul of Brunei took to social media to confirm that he and his wife Anisha Rosnah are expecting their first child together.Prince Manteen...

Who is Nagma Mohamed Mallick? IFS officer appointed India’s next ambassador to Japan
Indian Foreign Service officer Nagma Mohamed Mallick has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Japan. She is presently posted as Ambassador to the Republic of Poland. Nagma Mohamed Mallick was the deputy chief of mission in Thailand...

Melaka Pioneers Digital Graves Project
ALOR GAJAH, Oct 18 (Bernama) -- Kampung Pulau Masjid Tanah will serve as the pilot site in Melaka for a new cemetery management system called Digital Graves. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said the initiative aims to improve the...