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Rasha Thadani's balancing act

Rasha Thadani, the daughter of actor Raveena Tandon, is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Azaad. The film stars Ajay Devgn and his nephew Aaman Devgan in lead roles.

Malayalam singer P Jayachandran dies at 80

Veteran playback singer P Jayachandran, who captivated the hearts of Malayalis for over six decades, passed away in a private hospital at Thrissur on Thursday, media reports said. He was undergoing treatment for cancer.

Zoya Akhtar, Farah Khan write birthday wishes for Farhan Akhtar

It was filmmaker Farhan Akhtar's birthday on Thursday. His sisters, Zoya Akhtar and Farah Khan, took to Instagram and penned cute wishes for him.

US, Arab mediators make some progress in Gaza peace talks, but no deal yet: Sources

US and Arab mediators have made some progress in their efforts to reach a ceasefire accord between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but not enough to seal a deal, Palestinian sources close to the talks said on Thursday.

Filmmaker Pritish Nandy dies at 73

Film producer, writer, and journalist Pritish Nandy passed away at the age of 73. Nandy was a multifaceted personality, celebrated for his contributions to journalism, poetry, and Indian cinema. Nandy was not only a celebrated journalist but also the host of popular talk show The Pritish Nandy Show on Doordarshan in the 1990s, where he interviewed several celebrities.

Sri Lanka jails firebrand monk Gnanasara for insulting Islam

A Sri Lankan court jailed a politically influential, firebrand Buddhist monk on Thursday, putting him behind bars for a second time for insulting Islam and stoking religious hatred in the island nation.

NMDC Energy awarded $1.136B deal for Taiwan pipeline project

NMDC Energy, a provider of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services for offshore and onshore energy clients, and a majority-owned subsidiary of NMDC Group PJSC, has been awarded a prestigious EPC contract by Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) for pipeline installation, shore approach works and dredging for the Tung-Hsiao Power Plant 2nd Stage Renewal Project.

Damac's owner pledges $20B for US data centres, says Trump

UAE billionaire Hussain Sajwani will invest $20 billion in the booming US data centre sector in the coming years, he and US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Tuesday at Trump's home in Palm Beach, Florida.

Mastercard launches crypto solution in the UAE and Kazakhstan

Mastercard has introduced the latest expansion of its innovative Mastercard Crypto Credential solution to the UAE and Kazakhstan, marking its debut in the Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) region.

Six dead in Indian temple stampede as thousands jostle for free passes

At least six people were killed and 35 injured in a stampede near one of India's busiest and richest temples, after thousands of devout Hindus assembled there to secure free visit passes, authorities said on Thursday.

Here's how you can invest in cryptocurrency in the UAE

Are you thinking about entering the world of cryptocurrency? That's fantastic! Cryptocurrency is evolving rapidly and becoming more accessible to newcomers. One of the most common questions is: How can you easily convert your crypto into cash? This guide will explore two popular methods over-the-counter (OTC) trading and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) platforms and explain why the UAE is a prime location for crypto enthusiasts.

Luxurious DSF Extravaganza is Here

Wafi City launches \"Timeless Rewards: Shop & Win' campaign in partnership with Rivoli Group

Campaigners fear spike in hate speech as Meta ends fact-checking

Tech giant Meta has rolled back restrictions around topics such as gender and sexual identity, a sweeping move advocacy groups fear will fuel hate speech.

Aldar's $1b hybrid notes oversubscribed 3.8 times, with total orders topping $4.9b

Aldar Properties has successfully priced its inaugural $1 billion hybrid capital issuance, attracting robust demand from a wide range of regional and international investors.

Winning a Slam remains my ultimate goal: Jabeur

Having lost her third Grand Slam final at the 2023 Wimbledon, Arab tennis icon Ons Jabeur was hoping to go a step further and make history in 2024.

Varela wins Yamamah Cup for M7 Endurance

Luba Leoni Varela became the second international rider to bring this year's Dubai Crown Prince M7 Endurance Festival glory at Endurance Stables on Thursday after the Uruguayan paced her ride to perfection and took a massive gamble aboard RO Generala to win the Yamamah Cup for Mares, the third competition on the Festival's schedule.

US says it has no plans to increase military presence in Greenland

The United States has no current plans to increase its military presence in Greenland, the US embassy in Copenhagen said on Thursday, after President-elect Donald Trump expressed renewed interest in acquiring the vast Arctic island.

UAE-made MBZ-SAT set for Jan launch with student-built satellite

The UAE's most advanced Earth-imaging satellite, MBZ-SAT, is all set for launch in January 2025 but it won't be on its own. Accompanying the ground-breaking orbiter will be a compact but mighty CubeSat called HCT-SAT 1.

Pakistan's Fakhar eyes ILT20 glory with Vipers

Pakistan top-order powerhouse Fakhar Zaman is getting ready for the DP World ILT20 (January 11-February 9) with the Desert Vipers - but he believes he still has plenty to offer Pakistan.

Some motorists lease cars instead of buying them

As more individuals seek financial flexibility and convenience, leasing cars has gained traction as an appealing choice.

Pope warns about AI, fake news and 'manipulating minds'

Pope Francis warned on Thursday of the dangers of misinformation and its spread via social media and artificial intelligence (AI), cautioning it could be \"misused to manipulate minds\".

Sinner begins Australian Open title defence against Jarry

Jannik Sinner begins his Australian Open title defence against Nicolas Jarry while women's champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on 2017 US Open winner Sloane Stephens after the draw for the year's first Grand Slam was made at Melbourne Park on Thursday.

Ring of fire tightens around Los Angeles as Hollywood Hills burn

A terrifying wave of wildfires squeezing Los Angeles on multiple fronts pushed closer to the symbolic heart of the US film industry on Thursday after a new blaze ignited in the hills overlooking Hollywood Boulevard and its Walk of Fame.

Coldplay concert in Abu Dhabi sparks hotel price surge

Hotels in Abu Dhabi saw a 30-per-cent increase in pricing, with full occupancy this weekend, as the emirate readied to host four back-to-back concerts by British rock band Coldplay. This has led to people flocking to short-term rental properties in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, according to real estate company Allsopp and Allsopp.

Captain of 93-yr-old ship docked in Abu Dhabi reflects on dream voyage

Tagged as the world’s most beautiful ship’, the Amerigo Vespucci takes its visitors back in time

Premiums rise 20% but offer dental, mental, health benefits

Dubai residents and companies will have to shell out up to 20 percent more for their health insurance but insurers have added some major benefits such as dental, psychiatric, organ transplant and dialysis in the new upgraded packages.

How to amend vehicle ownership certificate details? Fee, prerequisites explained

The certificate can be renewed as well as transferred if the vehicle is being sold to another driver

'Lion of the Arabs' wows all with superman stunts

Salem AI Sharif's ability to lift cars with his hair and teeth or endure the weight of vehicles driving over his body has captivated audiences for decades

The sea is our home, say residents who live and work on yachts

From atypical working hours to ordering meals from restaurants, crew members give a glimpse of their lives onboard

Teen invents smart device for walking sticks to detect falls

Aarav got this idea while doing volunteer work at an elderly care home in Delhi, India.