Dubai: A proposal to rename the south Indian state of Kerala as “Keralam” has sparked debate among the UAE’s large Malayali community, with many welcoming the cultural assertion while others question its timing, practicality and global recognition. The discussion follows India’s Union Cabinet appro»»»

In the US alone, 127 billion plastic bottles are purchased every year, according to one estimate. However, one soft drinks firm in the Midwest is keeping old school tradition alive by continuing to sell its products in returnable glass bottles. For almost a century, until the 1960s, soda bottles in»»»

Dubai: Wiping tears, then flashing a wide smile and jumping with joy as golden confetti rained down on him, UAE Lottery's first Dh5 million winner Murugananth Govinthan has shared a message for anyone who has ever struggled: one day, it can all turn around. In an emotional video interview posted on»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its Ramadan campaign ‘Good Starts With You’, and with support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) continues to implement its ‘Feed the Fasting’ project by distributing Ramadan food baskets in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Georgia and Côte d’Ivoire. The distribution»»»

1 of 5 | Members of the Syrian security forces stand in front of the gate of the al-Hol camp, which houses families of suspected ISIS fighters, after the Syrian government took control of the area, in Hasakeh province, Syria, on Jan. 21. The Syrian government said Wednesday that there was a "mass e»»»

Gardaí (Irish police) investigating the separate disappearances and murders of Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob have ended the current search phase at a location in County Wicklow near the Wicklow/Kildare border. A further assessment of the site remains ongoing. An Garda Síochána said it had updated»»»

Sudan’s health system has suffered an unprecedented collapse since war erupted in mid-April 2023, with most hospitals in the capital, Khartoum, and other cities across several states turned into military barracks. A severe shortage of medical services has fueled widespread epidemics, disease outbre»»»

The Sharjah Charity International has announced six convenient and secure channels to enable donors to pay Zakat Al-Mal easily, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance charitable work and maximise the impact of donations for underprivileged families. The association said donors can now pay their »»»

Sharjah Police have called on motorists to reduce speed and drive cautiously in residential neighborhoods, especially during the period leading up to iftar, warning that rushing to reach destinations can endanger lives. Captain Manaa Al Naqbi, Director of the Security Awareness Branch at Sharjah Po»»»

The Swiss government has announced an emergency payout of 50,000 francs ($65,000; £48,000) for the victims of the deadly fire at the ski bar resort of Crans-Montana on New Year's Eve. The so-called solidarity contribution will go to each of the 115 injured and the families of the 41 who died, the F»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Amnesty Int’l Calls on Lebanese Authorities to Deliver Justice, Truth, Reparations for Israeli War Crimes Victims 25-02-2026 19:56 PM The L»»»

Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier born in 1953 in Brooklyn, New York, to a middle-class family. He studied mathematics and physics at New York University and later at Columbia University, but dropped out of school before graduating. His professional life began modestly as a teacher at an el»»»

Egypt said Wednesday that 18 of its citizens were still missing after a migrant boat capsized, killing four people, off the Greek island of Crete last week. The wooden boat was carrying 50 people, including four minors, when Greece's coast guard was alerted late Friday. Greek authorities then direc»»»

China will buy up to 120 aircraft from European aviation giant Airbus, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said following talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday. Merz's visit comes as Berlin and Beijing seek to build on their decades-old economic ties to weather global uncertainty spa»»»

As global air travel continues to expand and airports grow into complex, multi-terminal environments, the challenge of moving millions of travellers quickly and comfortably has never been more critical. Modern airports now function as interconnected transit ecosystems rather than single buildings, »»»

1 of 5 | Guests gather near a Paramount Studio logo at the 2022 Paramount Upfront on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 in New York City. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- Warner Bros. Discovery announced Tuesday that Paramount Skydance has raised its purchase offer to $31 per share»»»

Syria confirmed on Wednesday the mass escape of relatives of suspected ISIS group militants from the Al-Hol camp last month following the withdrawal of Kurdish forces who had overseen the facility. "When our forces arrived, they found cases of collective escapes due to the camp having been opened u»»»

The Australian government has told dependants of Australian diplomats in Israel and Lebanon to leave the two Middle East countries, citing a deteriorating security situation in the region, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. The government has also offered voluntary departures to Australian dip»»»

Dubai: Pakistani visitors heading to the UK — including those travelling from the UAE — can now use a new digital eVisa system instead of receiving a visa sticker in their passport, the British High Commission in Pakistan has announced. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.»»»

Dubai: An Indian expat from Kerala working at a Dubai typing centre has struck it rich, winning $1 million in the latest Dubai Duty Free Millennium Millionaire draw held at Concourse C of Dubai International Airport on Wednesday. Premadasan Makkalikkal, 47, won in Millennium Millionaire Series 537 »»»

The Foreign Office in Berlin has warned of a deterioration in the security situation in Lebanon should a war be waged on Iran, cautioning that “in the event of further escalation, flight restrictions could occur at any time.” It advised German nationals to closely follow travel and security advice »»»

The Supreme Court's ruling to limit President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs is forcing the administration to look to different statutory authorities to carry out its trade policy. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- The Supreme Court's ruling to limi»»»

Dubai: Passengers travelling through Dubai International Airport may be surprised to learn that they can carry up to 15 mobile phones in their luggage — but only under strict conditions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Moreover, as passenger numbers continue to rise — »»»

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Tribune News Network Doha As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, Hilton Doha The Pearl is preparing to welcome guests with a refined and immersive experience titled “Layali Al Louloua.” Designed as more than a traditional Iftar and Suhoor offering, the concept transforms the hotel into a complete»»»

Doha, Qatar: This Ramadan, a vibrant lineup of activities is set to enrich both your health and spiritual wellbeing. As the weekend approaches, there is something for everyone to experience the essence of the holy month of Ramadan such as engaging community gatherings and energising wellness sessio»»»

The European Union remains the world’s largest producer, consumer, and exporter of wine, according to the European Parliamentary Research Service. Yet in recent decades, the sector has faced mounting challenges. Climate change and extreme weather events have made production less predictable, while »»»

Valdo Calocane, a migrant diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia who went on a deadly stabbing spree in the UK in 2023, was previously released by mental health workers for fear of being labeled racist, an inquiry into the Nottingham triple murder has heard. Calocane, who went to the UK from Guinea-»»»

Dubai: The UAE Lottery on Wednesday revealed the full identity of its first-ever winner of the Dh5 million second prize in the new format of the Lucky Day draw launched in December 2025 with a Dh30 million jackpot. Indian expat Murugananth Govinthan was announced as the winner of the life changing »»»

On the ninth day of Ramadan, the Big Bad Wolf (BBW) Books sale is set to open in Dubai Studio City’s Sound Stage, offering readers and families an extensive selection of books at affordable prices. The 11-day sale, starting Thursday and held in partnership with the Sharjah Book Authority and Dubai »»»

Dubai: Beneath the cold blaze of surgical lights, a patient lies open-eyed and conscious whilst a surgeon navigates the most complex structure known to science - the human brain. Electrodes map neural pathways in real time, a theatre of clinicians works in near-silence and the patient, feels nothin»»»

Germany's chancellor has touched down in China as German businesses sound the alarm about a yawning trade imbalance. Imports into Germany from China were more than double the value of those exported back last year – according to federal statistics. "We want a partnership with China that is balanced»»»

Dubai: Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year. The passenger experience has been shaped around how people actually live, work and travel across the UAE today, offering a modern, comfortable and reliable alternative to interci»»»

US President Donald Trump has delivered his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress, using the primetime speech to defend his administration’s record and outline political and economic priorities ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The address on Tuesday, the first State of the U»»»

Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have been alerted anew against dealing with unscrupulous cargo forwarders after reports of mishandled and abandoned balikbayan boxes in the Philippines. The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has issued the warning in coordination with the Nationa»»»

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger, seen here in November 2025, gave the Democratic response to President Donald Trump's State of the Union on Tuesday night. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Feb. 25 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump is not working for the American people but enriching hims»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs is continuing the Baraim Category (Far‘ Al-Baraim) examinations as part of the 31st edition of the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Qur’an Competition, reinforcing the competition’s role as a leading educational platform that encourages chi»»»

Dubai: South Indian actor and beloved celebrity couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are all set to tie the knot tomorrow, February 26, 2026 at a plush hotel in Udaipur. Unlike many high-profile celebrity couples, the actors confirmed their wedding just days ahead, giving fans the “happil»»»

Opening the 2026 spring parliamentary season, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán placed Hungary’s energy security and the war in Ukraine at the center of his address, warning that Brussels and Kyiv are applying coordinated political pressure on Hungary just weeks before national elections. Prime Minister »»»

Dubai: You might expect the person steering tourism in Ras Al Khaimah at this pivotal moment to be loud, flashy and relentlessly high-octane. Instead, in walks Phillipa Harrison — warm, composed and quietly formidable. She has the kind of open, unfiltered laugh that makes you lean in — a warmth tha»»»

Dubai: The UAE has moved into the top tier of global residence destinations after posting the strongest climb in the 2026 Global Residence Program Index, published by Henley & Partners. The country rose from fifth place last year to joint second, marking its first appearance in the top three since »»»

US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday (February 24, 2026) (6am Wednesday, February 26 in the UAE) is likely to be a familiar exercise: highlighting their achievements and berating political foes. That’s true of most presidents, but especially so now, as Trump faces mount»»»

President Donald Trump will deliver the first State of the Union address of his second term at 9PM PST Tuesday (6AM UAE Time, on Wednesday). Priorities for the Republican's administration have centred largely on the economy, immigration, crime, energy and national security. Trump has spent the last»»»

Discord is pushing back plans to start verifying the age of all users in March after weeks of user ire. Stanislav Vishnevskiy, Discord's co-founder and chief technology officer, said a planned global rollout of a verification process to determine users under the age of 16 would be delayed until the»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of Qatar Red Crescent Society’s (QRCS) Ramadan Campaign for 1447 AH, under the theme of “Keep Your Balance of Good Deeds Alive”, the On-the-go Ramadan iftar initiative, implemented on a daily basis at Cultural Village Foundation (Katara), has been warmly welcomed b»»»

Tribune News Network Diha Hilton Doha The Pearl is preparing to welcome Ramadan through a fully integrated experience titled “Layali Al Louloua”, carefully designed to be a true Ramadan destination that goes beyond the traditional concept of iftar and suhoor. The choice of the open outdoor space on»»»

Louvre museum director Laurence des Cars resigned on Tuesday after a series of setbacks for the world-renowned museum. A high-profile jewel heist in October raised questions about security lapses while labour strikes and reports that the building is falling into disrepair have led to calls for an o»»»

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, issued Decision No. (1) of 2026 forming the Supervisory Committee of Rashid Villages, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Membe»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) announced Tuesday the continuation of the On-the-go Ramadan Iftar initiative, implemented daily at Katara Cultural Village, for the third consecutive year as part of its Ramadan Campaign for 1447 AH under the theme "Keep Your Balance of Good Deeds Aliv»»»

School administrations in the UAE have issued safety advisories to parents regarding school transport operations during periods of dense fog, following weather forecasts by the National Centre of Meteorology warning of reduced visibility across parts of the country. According to Emarat Al Youm, sch»»»