6.2 magnitude earthquake jolts China’s Xinjiang region; no casualties reported December 04, 2025 at 01:13AM

A powerful magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck China's Xinjiang region at a shallow depth of 10 km, increasing the risk of strong aftershocks. This event follows a smaller magnitude 3.9 quake in the same region just days prior. China's location on seismic belts makes it highly prone to earthquakes, which have caused significant casualties and destruction historically.

UAE: Abu Dhabi launches AI scholarship for undergraduate students at MBZUAI December 04, 2025 at 12:07AM

Abu Dhabi has launched the Tahnoon bin Zayed Scholarship in AI Excellence to support outstanding undergraduate students at MBZUAI. Starting in 2025–2026, it will benefit around 350 students over six years, offering financial aid, hands-on learning, industry mentorships, and opportunities to represent the UAE internationally. The programme combines technical AI training with leadership, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary study.