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A major fire erupted at an Abu Dhabi warehouse on February 23, 2026, triggering a swift emergency response. Civil defence and police teams are actively battling the blaze, with no casualties reported so far. Investigations into the cause will commence once the site is secured, highlighting the UAE's focus on…

A late-night tremor shook Southern California on Sunday. A 3.5-magnitude earthquake occurred offshore near Rancho Palos Verdes. The quake was felt widely across Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Authorities reported no injuries or damage from the seismic activity. This is the third offshore earthquake in the region this week.

A rumour on social media brought dozens of fortune seekers to a field on the outskirts of mining town Springs

The UAE thwarted a major cyberattack this past weekend. Sophisticated AI-powered assaults targeted national digital platforms and vital infrastructure. The UAE Cybersecurity Council confirmed the attacks were organized and aimed at destabilizing the nation. Advanced monitoring and rapid response systems prevented widespread disruption. Essential services remained operational. This incident highlights…

In today’s newsletter: Rising need​ and shrinking budgets have left England’s Send provision at a crossroads, with children’s futures hanging on the success of L​abour’s reforms

The Olympic flag has been officially passed to France, which will host the next Winter Games in 2030 in the French Alps. Some 1,500 athletes filed into the arena for the closing ceremony that paid tribute to Italian dance and music

Mexico's most wanted cartel leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," was killed by the government, sparking widespread violent reprisals. Cartel operatives retaliated by blocking roads, torching businesses, and vehicles across several states, demonstrating their power and reach. The unrest disrupted daily life, including transportation and events, highlighting the…

The UAE has successfully launched its first seven-year Islamic Treasury Sukuk. This new offering, valued at AED550 million, attracted nearly six times its value in bids. The issuance marks the longest maturity under the program. This move strengthens the UAE's Islamic finance framework and the dirham yield curve. Investor confidence…

Footage of Punch, a seven-month-old Japanese macaque, has gone viral around the world after he was rejected by his mother and formed a bond with a soft toy

Landmines could soon return to Polish soil, following Warsaw's decision to pull out of an international treaty banning their production and use. The government says the move is needed to strengthen Poland's borders with Russia and Belarus.

Syria's TV dramas are returning to Ramadan screens after years of war