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Japan gets record 3.49M visitors in December, capping new high

Japan saw 3.49 million visitors in December, an all-time high for any month, official data showed on Wednesday, capping off a record year for tourism fuelled by the weak yen.

Yunus demands return of billions stolen under Hasina

Bangladesh's interim leader on Wednesday demanded the return of \"stolen assets\", decrying the scale of corruption under the ousted government of Sheikh Hasina.

CBI's 2024 pre-tax profit surges 30% to Dh223M

Commercial Bank International, a leading UAE bank, on Wednesday announced that it posted a significant 30 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth. Dh222.7 million for 2024, reflecting a significant 30 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth.

Is obesity a disease? Sometimes but not always, experts say

Do people with obesity have an illness? A panel of global health experts looking at this controversial question announced on Wednesday that the definition of obesity should be split into two categories - and diagnosed using more accurate measurements.

Biden removes Cuba from state sponsors of terrorism list

President Joe Biden is removing the US designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism, the White House said Tuesday, in a deal that will see imprisoned protesters released in the communist country.

Citizens call on community to preserve Emirati attire

Say no need of embroidery or any other additions on kandura

10 viral moments from Coldplay's Abu Dhabi shows

From a gender reveal to kids playing hooky, a lot went down at these gigs

Slot: Our subs’ impact shows I don’t need to strengthen in window

Liverpool manager Arne Slot insisted the strength of the options he has in reserve means the club do not need to add to their squad in the January transfer window, after substitute Diogo Jota earned his side a draw at Nottingham Forest on Tuesday.

Wind gusts, humidity may test firefighters battling Los Angeles blazes

The threat of powerful wind gusts, combined with bone-dry humidity, in Los Angeles on Wednesday could test firefighters who have been battling to keep monstrous fires in Los Angeles in check since last week.

Spanish youth ditch dating apps

Jilted on dating apps but undeterred in the quest for romance, 20 young singles gathered in Madrid to share activities and flirtatious smiles in a rediscovery of real-life love.

Dubai population up by 169,000, fastest pace since 2018

Dubai recorded the highest increase in population last year since 2018 as the emirate continued to attract white-collar job-seekers, professionals and investors from around the world, latest figures show.

BTS' J-Hope announces his first solo world tour

K-pop sensation J-Hope, a member of the music group BTS, is officially set to embark on his first solo world tour, Hope on the Stage. The 30-year-old rapper will travel to 15 cities, including six in North America, marking the first time he steps into the spotlight as a solo artist in his career. Hybe, the parent company of BTS' label BigHit Music, announced the move on Tuesday.

TikTok prepares for US shutdown from Sunday

Users of the Chinese social media app RedNote welcome 'TikTok refugees' from the US with selfies and messages

British actor Tony Slattery passes away

British actor Tony Slattery has passed away. He was 65.

Star Rajinikanth is bringing Jailer back

Rajinikanth is coming back to entertain audiences with Jailer 2. On the occasion of Makar Sankranti, the makers officially announced the film's sequel with a special promo featuring director Nelson Dilipkumar and music composer Anirudh Ravichander.

Adair backs Gulf Giants to overcome slow start

In the aftermath of Tuesday's ILT20 Season 3 encounter at the Dubai International Stadium, Gulf Giants' bowling all-rounder Mark Adair reflected on the team's resilient performance against Desert Vipers.

S. Korean investigators quiz arrested President Yoon in insurrection probe

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested and questioned by authorities on Wednesday in relation to a criminal insurrection investigation, saying he was only cooperating with what he called an illegal probe to avoid violence.

War-ravaged Gaza faces multi-billion dollar reconstruction challenge

Billions of dollars will be needed to rebuild Gaza after the war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, according to assessments from Israel and Hamas.

Japan's ispace, US's Firefly launch commercial moon landers

Two moon landers, one from Japan's ispace and another from US space firm Firefly, began their journeys into space on Wednesday with SpaceX's unusual double moonshot launch, underscoring the global rush to examine the lunar surface.

Taylor and Travis together: A song waiting to happen?

Travis Kelce is fuelling excitement for new music by his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, teasing that she may be working on fresh tracks following the conclusion of her sold-out Eras Tour.

Holy dips at India's giant Hindu festival come with challenge

For pilgrims at the largest gathering of humanity, ritual bathing in India's holy rivers includes a key challenge -- finding your family and clothes after the chilly dip.

Meta warns India anti-trust ruling could force roll back of features

Meta may have to \"roll back or pause\" some features in India due to an anti-trust directive which banned its WhatsApp messaging service from sharing user data with Meta for advertising purposes, according to a court filing by the US company seen by Reuters.

Kate Middleton says cancer is in remission

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, announced that her cancer is in remission.

Robust bank financing spurs UAE industry

The industrial sector in the UAE has experienced a remarkable increase in financing, bolstered by strong support from both governmental and private entities.

Desert Classic is a celebration of Dubai's rise as a global golf destination: Andrade

In the heart of Dubai, the Emirates Golf Club buzzes with anticipation on the eve of the $9 million Hero Dubai Desert Classic a glittering centrepiece of Middle Eastern golf where legends of the game have etched their names into history.

Dubai records 437 successful bids for global business events

Dubai consolidated its standing as a top choice for prominent international conferences, congresses, corporate meetings and incentives in 2024, with the city securing the opportunity to host a record 437 events from a range of sectors and professions.

Abu Dhabi schools enhance career, varsity guidance programmes

Schools in Abu Dhabi are ramping up their career and university guidance programmes to help students explore a variety of pathways, ensuring they make well-informed decisions about their future.

Zero tolerance for reckless driving, hefty fines for impounded vehicles

Dubai resident Sanjay Rizvi was running late to work, and he jumped the red light. It was a traffic violation the 22-year-old Indian expat swore he would never commit again. His brand-new electric car was impounded for one month, and he had to pay a hefty Dh50,000 fine for the release of his Tesla sedan.

Thousands across Gaza celebrate ceasefire deal

Crowds of Gazans chanted and embraced on Wednesday as news spread that a ceasefire and hostage release deal had been reached between Israel and Hamas aimed at ending more than 15 months of war.

Indonesia to push social media protections ahead of age-limit law

Indonesia will impose interim child protection guidelines on social media companies while the government carves out a law to set a minimum age for users of the platforms, a senior communications ministry official said on Wednesday.