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UAE designers make waves with modest fashion movement

Here's a look at the people spearheading the movement

Syria's new rulers declare crackdown as tensions flare in coastal area

Syria's new authorities on Thursday launched a security crackdown in a coastal region where 14 policemen were killed a day before, vowing to pursue \"remnants\" of the ousted Bashar Al Assad government accused of the attack, state media reported.

Bosnia's security minister arrested over alleged graft

Bosnia’s Security Minister Nenad Nesic and six other people were arrested on Thursday on charges of organised crime including money laundering, abuse of office and acceptance of bribes, the state prosecutor’s office said in a statement.

Deepika, Ranveer's baubles for Merry Christmas

Power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh celebrated a truly special Christmas this year, marking their first festive season with their daughter, Dua Padukone Singh.

FinEdge: Revolutionising NRI Investment in India with a bionic approach

India has long been a preferred investment destination for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), offering a plethora of opportunities for financial growth.

Woman accused of treason in Crimea jailed for 15 years

A woman in Sebastopol, in Russian-annexed Crimea, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for treason by working for Ukraine, the Russian prosecutor general’s office announced on Thursday.

Finns probing ship from Russia for ‘sabotage' of power cable

Finnish authorities said on Thursday they are investigating an oil tanker that sailed from a Russian port for the “sabotage” of a power cable linking Finland and Estonia that was damaged the previous day.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds unveils 'Artistry': A branded jewellery show at Bur Dubai and Meena Bazaar showrooms

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world's leading jewellery brands, is proud to announce the launch of its much-anticipated 'Artistry' show across its three prominent showrooms in Bur Dubai.

Manila urged to return to 'peaceful development'

China’s foreign ministry on Thursday urged the Philippines to return to “peaceful development”, saying Manila’s decision to deploy a US medium-range missile system in military exercises would only bring the risks of an arms race in the region.

Gaza medics say Israeli strike kills five journalists, Israel says it hit militants

Gaza authorities said an Israeli airstrike killed five Palestinian journalists in a vehicle outside a hospital on Thursday but the Israeli army said the victims were Islamic Jihad militants posing as media workers.

France hands over first base in Chad amid withdrawal

France has handed over its first military base as part of the withdrawal of its military forces from Chad, the French and Chadian militaries said Thursday.

Second Fukushima N-sample removal eyed for spring

The operator of Japan’s stricken Fukushima nuclear plant said Thursday it will start the second round of a tricky operation to collect samples of radioactive debris from the site this spring.

Russia: It's up to Trump team to make first move to improve ties

Foreign Minister Lavrov says any Ukraine peace agreement must be legally watertight

India ambassador to UAE visits Thumbay Medicity: A milestone in bilateral ties

Thumbay Medicity, a world-class hub for healthcare and education in Ajman, proudly hosted Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to the UAE, on December 20. The visit showcased Thumbay Medicity’s state-of-the-art medical and educational infrastructure, highlighting the growing cooperation between the UAE and India in the fields of healthcare and academia.

Body found in wheel well after United flight lands in Hawaii

A dead body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines jetliner after the aircraft landed in the Hawaiian island of Maui, the airline said on Wednesday.

Tears, prayers as Asia mourns tsunami dead two decades on

220,000 people were killed when a tsunami hit coastlines around the Indian Ocean in one of the world's worst natural disasters

Sources: Azerbaijan Airlines flight was downed by Russian air defences

* Kremlin: Not proper to comment until investigation is finished Plane was in an area where Russia has downed Ukrainian drones Kazakhstan says no conclusions yet from its investigation At least 38 people killed in the crash

Bollywood Treats brings the magic of cinema and culinary excellence to Abu Dhabi

A bu Dhabi just got a vibrant new dining destination with the grand opening of Bollywood Treats, a fully Bollywood-themed vegetarian restaurant located in MBZ-10 (Shabia-10), Mussafah.

Pakistan military court sentences 60 civilians up to 10 years in jail

Pakistan military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for taking part in pro-Imran Khan unrest last year, the armed forces said on Thursday, after international outcry over earlier announced convictions.

Biden, Trump send different Christmas messages

The president urges unity and reflection in Christmas video, the president-elect shares politically focused posts

Record number of migrants lost at sea bound for Spain in 2024

At least 10,457 migrants died or disappeared while trying to reach Spain by sea in 2024, an NGO said on Thursday, over 50 per cent more than last year and the most since it began keeping a tally in 2007.

Struggle to maintain regular bedtime routine, say residents

Irregular sleep schedules can increase the risk of heart diseases, warn doctors

Transporting passengers in bus, luxury vehicle between emirates? Here's how to get permit

Companies can rent buses and luxury vehicles to transport passengers from Dubai to other emirates and back and forth in the UAE.

Bangladesh to investigate 2009 mutiny massacre

Bangladesh on Thursday ordered a commission to investigate a failed 2009 army mutiny and subsequent crackdown, including the role of alleged \"foreign\" backers, the inquiry chief said.

India readies for 400 million pilgrims at mammoth festival

The millennia-old festival is held once every 12 years at the site where the Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers meet

Al Maya Supermarkets unveils cutting-edge app with 24/7 free delivery in just 60 minutes

Al Maya Supermarkets, a trusted household name in the UAE, has redefined convenience with the launch of its brand-new mobile application, now available for download on both Google Play and the Apple App Store.

Women in UAE prone to UTIs due to climatic conditions: Doctors

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections in the UAE, affecting a significant portion of the population annually.

South Korea's oppn moves to impeach acting president

South Korea's opposition said Thursday it filed an impeachment motion against acting president Han Duck-soo, in an escalating row over the composition of the Constitutional Court which would decide whether to remove his predecessor from office.

13-year-old hit by cricket ball saved from going blind

When this 13-year-old boy was playing cricket with his friends in a parking lot, he never thought he would go home with a rare eye condition.

Membership of UK's anti-immigration Reform party overtakes Conservatives

Membership of Britain's upstart anti-immigration Reform UK party has overtaken that of the centre right Conservative Party for the first time, the party said on Thursday.