Friday, November 28, 2025

UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour: A look at his net worth and Manchester City empire November 28, 2025 at 02:05AM

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, is a billionaire royal with an estimated net worth of $30 billion. Owner of Manchester City and City Football Group, his empire spans sports, finance, real estate, and luxury assets. A key political figure, he oversees major investments, sovereign wealth funds, and strengthens UAE’s global influence through business and diplomacy.

Explained: What are black points in UAE and how to check them November 28, 2025 at 12:12AM

The UAE’s Black Points System assigns penalties to drivers for traffic violations, with each offense adding points that remain on the license for a year. Reaching 24 points can lead to suspension, fines or retraining. Drivers can check their points through police websites, mobile apps, SMS alerts or at traffic service centres to stay aware and avoid penalties.

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Qatar Education Ministry unveil new 2025-2026 exam calendar and flexible working hours November 27, 2025 at 01:01AM

Qatar's education ministry is streamlining end-of-semester exams for 2025-2026. Students can depart post-exam to curb crowding, while staff gain two hours of flexible time. New academic calendar shifts exams away from Ramadan and National Day, introducing a "Test Day, Rest Day" for high schoolers. These changes prioritize student well-being and operational efficiency.

Two National Guard soldiers shot; US suspends immigration requests of Afghans November 26, 2025 at 11:24PM

Two National Guard soldiers were critically wounded in a daylight shooting near the White House by an Afghan national with US military ties. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, was apprehended after a firefight. President Trump labeled the incident an "act of terror," leading to a halt in Afghan refugee processing and sparking debate on immigration policies.