Eid Al Fitr, a happy event celebrated by Muslims around the world, is a time for family social occasions, devouring, and reflection. In the Middle East...
Bahrain’s economy registered an annual increase of 2.4% in 2023 to hit 13.66 billion dinars ($36.24 billion), driven by financial project expansions, official data showed. Bahrain’s...
As the crescent moon heralds the arrival of Eid Al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, Bahrain’s vibrant henna scene comes to life. This feature delves into...
The UAE moon-sighting committee wants Muslims in the country to look for the crescent moon on Monday evening, which is the 29th day of Ramadan, April...
The Sultanate of Oman – globally prominent as an oil exporter – is quietly and rapidly positioning itself as a global hub for green hydrogen exports,...
Generosity is in the heart of Emirati society. During the holy month of Ramadan, the UAE Ministry of Finance has launched a series of crucial community...
International military alliance NATO’s 32 members are set to discuss the possible appointment of the grouping’s first special representative to the southern neighbourhood as it seeks...
Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) has introduced the Himyan debit card, in alignment with Qatar Central Bank’s (QCB) initiative to promote a cashless society and streamline transactions....
The rumor process churned enthusiastically when discourses about who would succeed Daniel Craig as the other James Bond started circulating. Among the horde names tossed into...
Within the archives of comedy, there are few who can consistently mix humor with social commentary as adeptly as Ramy Youssef. As a comedian, essayist, and...
The months of Khareef make Salalah one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Gulf each year. This bustling...
Thalapathy Vijay’s much-awaited political action thriller Jana Nayagan, directed by H. Vinoth, has officially arrived in cinemas worldwide. The release...
The partnership between Visit Qatar and ONE Championship extends beyond any mere sporting deal and extends into the years to...
The UAE’s 5-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa is a visa that allows travellers to enter the UAE for multiple visits over...
Digital trust is emerging as one of the most valuable types of business asset in today’s connected business economy. Customers...
The citizens in the GCC have embraced a digital government with the services offered by the GCC leading the world...
The Salalah Eye has soon become one of the most exciting new sights in Oman, soaring to a breathtaking landmark...
The Qatar Toy Festival 2026 returns to Doha Exhibition & Convention Center (DECC) giving families around Qatar and the GCC...
Abu Dhabi is transforming the way residents shop for groceries through the introduction of the Nutri-Mark food labeling system. The...
Saudi Arabia and the UAE appear to be considering economic and security issues as a fundamental for strategic cooperation. Coordinating...
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