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NCM urges caution amid thunderstorms, gusty winds, blowing dust, and low visibility over the coming daysIf your Sunday afternoon got a little wet and your windscreen wipers worked overtime, you weren’t alone. Heavy to moderate rain swept parts of the UAE on Sunday, and forecasters say the unstable spell isn’t done yet, with more showers and thunderstorms expected as the system lingers into the week. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a safety advisory asking the public to take extra care during downpours and electrical storms, avoid valleys and flood-prone areas, and steer clear of open or elevated…
Noor NanjiCulture reporterOscar-winning actress Diane Keaton through the yearsGoldie Hawn, Steve Martin and Ben Stiller have led tributes to Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, who has died at the age of 79.Keaton, who was born in Los Angeles, shot to fame in the 1970s through her role as Kay Adams-Corleone in The Godfather films.She was also known for starring roles in films including Father of the Bride, First Wives Club and Annie Hall, which won her the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1978.Fellow First Wives Club co-star Goldie Hawn said Keaton left “a trail of fairy dust, filled with particles…
Discover Antar and Abla, a landmark Arabic opera celebrating heritage, love, and world-class performance this DecemberA story written in the stars of Arab poetry is coming to life on stage in Abu Dhabi. Antar and Abla, the landmark Arabic opera, will run from December 9 to 14 at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City. The venue will be transformed into an open-air theatre for six unforgettable nights.Rooted in the heart of Arab heritage, the story of Antar and Abla has enchanted generations and inspired poets, painters, and dreamers across centuries. Now, this legendary tale returns with a modern…
The office of Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has said an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is under way in the country.His statement comes a day after an army unit known as CAPSAT condemned use of force by security forces in handling recent protests in the capital Antananarivo.This is the same unit that played a crucial role in the 2009 Malagasy political crisis, which helped Rajoelina rise to power.Madagascar was first hit by protests on 25 September against water and power cuts, but they have escalated to reflect wider dissatisfaction with Rajoelina’s government over high unemployment, corruption, and the…
From chic creekside venues to a strip of hotspots on Palm West Beach..Beach clubs are a bonafide Dubai pastime, especially as we move to the cool winter months. Whether it’s relaxed and refined or sleek party spots from abroad, Dubai’s best beach clubs offer something for everyone.Here are the coolest beach clubs in Dubai to book a spot at. Be Beach Backdropped by the stunning Marina Skyline, Be Beach is a luxurious beach club with a charming coastal feel, with an array of luxe loungers and cabanas dotted across the sugary sand. Dotted with palm trees and adorned in natural and…
Donald Trump is directing US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to pay military personnel despite the federal government shutdown. The president said on Saturday that Hegseth must make sure troops do not miss out on their regular paycheque, scheduled for Wednesday. The directive comes as other government employees have already had some pay withheld and others are being laid off.”I will not allow the Democrats to hold our Military, and the entire Security of our Nation, HOSTAGE, with their dangerous Government Shutdown,” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform. The Republican and Democratic parties blame each other for failing to agree…
And just like that, the first week of the 2025-26 term is nearly over. In the SCOTUS Quick Hits section below, you’ll find links to SCOTUSblog’s coverage of all six cases that were argued. Morning Reads Alex Jones asks Supreme Court to block massive defamation judgment (Lawrence Hurley, NBC News) — Conservative radio show host Alex Jones has asked the court to “hit pause on an almost $1.5 billion defamation judgment that was imposed over his false claims that the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting was a hoax,” according to NBC News. “Jones said the court’s immediate involvement is needed…
Dubai Souks are a whole world of their own and now is the time to goNot all the cool things in Dubai are found in malls. Sometimes you want the real deal; the textures, the scents, the old-school charm. Dubai souks are where it’s at: gold, spices, perfumes, fabrics – the classics – all in one place, each with its own vibe. And now that the evenings are cooler, it’s the perfect time to swap escalators for alleyways and shop the traditional way. Here’s your guide to souk-hopping across Dubai.Dubai Gold SoukImage: UnsplashThis place is gold (literally) in every sense.…
Former US President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy as part of his treatment for prostate cancer, his spokesman has said.The spokesman also said that Biden, 82, was undergoing hormone treatment, without giving any further details.The radiation treatment was expected to span five weeks and marked a new point in his care, a source told NBC News.In May, Biden’s office announced that he had been diagnosed with a more aggressive form of the disease, which had spread to his bones. The discovery came after the Democratic politician reported urinary symptoms that led doctors to find a small nodule on his…
The Fourth Amendment generally requires police officers to obtain a warrant before they enter a home. But the Supreme Court has recognized several exceptions to that rule for emergencies. On Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Case v. Montana, the justices will consider how certain police must be that there is an emergency before they can enter a home without a warrant. Is it enough, as the Montana Supreme Court held, that police have only “reasonable suspicion” that there is an emergency? Or are police officers required to meet a higher bar and have probable cause to believe that there is an…