As OMODA & JAECOO vehicles continue attracting attention across Dubai, the company has officially confirmed that they are showcasing its upcoming Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) technology, an advanced assisted driving feature scheduled to debut in the UAE soon. Following weeks of speculation generated by viral social media videos showing the OMODA & JAECOO vehicles performing precise parking manoeuvres during Dubai’s intense summer heat, OMODA & JAECOO has confirmed that the technology is currently being localised for the UAE market ahead of its planned introduction. The UAE will become the first market in the Middle East to introduce the feature,…
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DUBAI — Iranian forces launched attacks on American military infrastructure in Gulf states on Thursday following deadly US strikes on Iran’s southern coastal and eastern provinces, putting further strain on a three-week-old ceasefire agreement, Reuters reported. The attacks came on the day that Iran buries its slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Mashhad, in the culmination of a week of mass funeral processions and rallies. Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli attack on the first day of the war on February 28. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Navy said the US attacks and intervention in redirecting shipping through the Strait of…
The Paris Haute Couture calendar is notoriously gatekept. For decades, its strict codes have been guarded by legacy French houses, making it the ultimate, elusive stage for global designers. But this season, a historic shift took over the Parisian runways, with unapologetic Indian craftsmanship written all over it. On July 8, Manish Malhotra made his long-awaited debut on the official Paris Haute Couture Week calendar with his Fall/Winter 2026–27 collection, a showcase that doubled as a heartfelt tribute to his mother, whom he simply called his ‘Maa’, and a defining milestone for India’s growing presence on the global couture stage.…
JEDDAH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held official talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Jeddah on Thursday, reviewing bilateral relations and discussing regional and international developments. The Crown Prince welcomed Carney at Al-Salam Palace, where an official reception ceremony was held before the two leaders held formal talks. They reviewed Saudi-Canadian relations and discussed opportunities to expand cooperation across various sectors, as well as regional and international developments and ongoing efforts to address them. Ahead of the visit, the Canadian Prime Minister’s Office said the talks would focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation in energy,…
Bharat Raigangar. Why separating architectural hype from true operational utility and governance is the defining leadership challenge of the era. Every technological revolution undergoes an aggressive evolutionary arc characterised by early over-exuberance, widespread implementation anxiety, and an inevitable structural stabilisation. Today, the corporate ecosystem is deeply entrenched in the turbulent depths of this cycle with generative artificial intelligence. Organisations worldwide are caught in what can be defined as the AI Confidence Paradox: a profound misalignment between public posture and operational reality. While executive keynotes and marketing collateral paint a picture of seamless, automated efficiency, a closer inspection of internal workflows…
The falconry heritage in Northern Borders Region embodies a deep-rooted cultural tradition spanning many decades, supported by the region’s vast desert landscape and its location along one of the most important migration routes for falcons, making it a primary destination for falconers from across the Kingdom and the Gulf countries. Falconry has transitioned from an inherited practice to an organized sector combining heritage preservation, environmental sustainability, and specialized competitions, in line with Saudi Vision 2030’s objectives of preserving and promoting national heritage. The Saudi Falcons Club plays a central role in organizing tournaments, qualifying falconers, and enhancing the Kingdom’s global…
BEIJING — A fire at a footwear factory in south-eastern China on Thursday killed at least 28 people, state news agency Xinhua said, citing a preliminary toll. Dozens of fire and rescue personnel were racing to extinguish the blaze that tore through the factory in Jinjiang city, authorities said. Dramatic footage posted by Xinhua showed huge plumes of black smoke rising from a building as well as people who appeared to be trapped on the roof. President Xi Jinping said the fire had caused “significant casualties”, adding those responsible must be held “strictly accountable”. Jinjiang, in the province of Fujian,…
Executive Director of Reliance Retail, Isha Ambani, attended designer Manish Malhotra’s Autumn/Winter 2026 Haute Couture presentation during Paris Haute Couture Week. Ambani was present at Malhotra’s showcase, which marked the designer’s entry into the official Haute Couture calendar in Paris. During her visit, she also attended designer Rahul Mishra’s presentation, reflecting her continued engagement with Indian designers who are building a global presence. As Executive Director of Reliance Retail, Ambani has played an important role in supporting the growth of Indian luxury brands, helping expand their international presence while preserving the craftsmanship and creative heritage at their core. Her attendance…
TEHRAN — Huge crowds gathered in the eastern holy city of Mashhad on Thursday as Iran prepares to bury slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The burial in Khamenei’s hometown on Thursday follows a week of mass funeral processions, rallies and mourning ceremonies held across Iran, including a day dedicated to neighboring Iraq. The final stage of the funeral procession for Khamenei was delayed by several hours on Thursday after days of public ceremonies that drew hundreds of thousands of mourners. The delay was because of large crowds on Wednesday in the Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala, Iranian state…
The sundial at the Prophet’s Mosque embodies a facet of the scientific heritage that once enabled the precise determination of time and prayer times before the widespread use of mechanical clocks and modern timekeeping methods. It remains a testament to the advancement of astronomy and mathematics in Islamic civilization. The sundial was built in 1335 AH and operates by tracking the sun’s shadow, which moves across calibrated markings to indicate time accurately based on the geographical location of the Prophet’s Mosque. It was one of the precise methods used to determine prayer times at the time. Located beside the Green…