Kuwait’s 31st Qurain Cultural Festival to open on Jan 26
Kuwait is preparing to once again celebrate its rich cultural tapestry with the 31st edition of the Qurain Cultural Festival, set to unfold from January 26th to February 11th, 2026.…
UAE leaders send condolences to Emir of Kuwait on death of Sheikha Badriah Al Sabah
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) leadership has expressed deep condolences to the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, following the recent passing of Kuwait’s former Emir, Sheikh Nawaf…
From Sharjah Classrooms to Silicon Valley: Building Trustworthy AI Toys
ElatoAI, a San Francisco-based startup founded by a UAE alumnus, is gaining traction in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence companions. The company is developing AI-powered toys designed to…
Who’s behind AMI Labs, Yann LeCun’s ‘world model’ startup
Yann LeCun’s new AI startup, AMI Labs, is making waves in the artificial intelligence community. The company, founded by the renowned AI scientist after his departure from Meta, has officially…
Al Ahli beat Al Jazira to win Challenge Cup
Doha, Qatar – Al Ahli secured the Qatar-UAE Challenge Cup title yesterday, defeating Al Jazira 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium in…
Eight Asian nationals arrested in Al Buraimi for illegal gambling activities
Recent law enforcement actions in Oman have highlighted the ongoing commitment to maintaining public order and security. Authorities in both Muscat and the Al Buraimi Governorate have successfully apprehended individuals…
LuLu Group celebrates India’s 77th Republic Day with ‘India Utsav’ in Qatar
LuLu Hypermarket Qatar is celebrating India’s 77th Republic Day with a 10-day festival, “India Utsav,” showcasing Indian culture and products across its stores. The event, which launched on January 26,…
Sheikh Joaan elected President of Olympic Council of Asia, outlines Together for Asia vision
Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani was elected as the new President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on January 26, 2026, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The election took place…
Video. Cuba’s Santeros offer gifts and ask deities for peace amid crises
As Cuba faces increasing political and economic pressure, practitioners of Santería, an Afro-Cuban religion, recently held ceremonies seeking peace and spiritual healing for the nation. The rituals, performed by priests…
Jebel Shams records year’s lowest temperature at -4°C
Oman is experiencing a significant cold snap, with temperatures plummeting across the Sultanate over the past 24 hours. The latest data released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) confirms a…