Day 34: Trump vows ‘extremely hard’ Iran strikes

As the US–Israel war on Iran enters day 34, tensions show no sign of easing, with Donald Trump warning of intensified strikes in the coming weeks. The US president claims American forces are close to achieving their objectives, even as divisions widen within NATO over the conflict. Meanwhile, in the UAE, authorities say the situation […]

Meryl Streep revives iconic cerulean sweater

Miranda Priestly would have something to say about Meryl Streep’s latest look. With a nod to one of the most iconic moments in “The Devil Wears Prada,” Streep appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” wearing a cerulean blue cable-knit sweater. The J.Crew cashmere style is a custom version of one that the brand currently sells for $198, […]

US–Israel–Iran War Day 33: UAE update for April 1

Regional tensions continue to shape daily life on day 33 of the US–Israel war with Iran, as authorities respond to air defence debris incidents, announce significant fuel price changes, and extend distance learning across the country. Here are the key developments UAE residents should know today. One killed after drone debris falls on Fujairah farm […]

Iraq qualifies for 2026 World Cup, ending 40-year wait

Iraq has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending a 40-year absence since their only previous appearance in 1986, after defeating Bolivia 2-1 in an intercontinental playoff in Monterrey, Mexico. The result secures Iraq’s second-ever place at the World Cup, with the team advancing through the fifth round of the Asian Football Confederation qualifiers […]

Dubai gold rises for a third day after its worst month since 2008.

Dubai gold prices moved higher early Wednesday, extending a short-term rebound after a sharp correction through March that unsettled buyers and traders alike. At 8:22 am, 24K gold stood at Dh566.75, up from Dh563.25 a day earlier, while 22K rose to Dh525 from Dh521.50. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) The uptick […]

US loses “eyes in the sky” in Iran strike — why it matters

The destruction of a key US airborne radar aircraft in an Iranian strike is being seen as a significant setback to Washington’s battlefield awareness and command capabilities, with analysts warning it could weaken the ability to detect and respond to threats across the region. Dramatic images of the wreckage — geolocated by CNN — show a US […]

US–Israel War Day 33: Trump eyes quick end; Kuwait airport hit by drones

US President Donald Trump signalled Tuesday that US military operations in Iran could wrap up within weeks, saying forces would leave “very soon” while insisting they were “finishing the job.” The security situation remains volatile; early Wednesday, a tanker was struck by a projectile off the coast of Doha, causing hull damage but no casualties. […]

Elon Musk wants to be a trillionaire 

Elon Musk’s journey to becoming the world’s first trillionaire will likely be powered by rockets rather than cars, as SpaceX now accounts for nearly two-thirds of the Tesla CEO’s wealth. Musk became the first person ever to top the $800 billion mark this week, with his net worth now around $845 billion, according to Forbes. He’s worth more than […]

Major Developments and Mortix Mortgage Broker Join Hands to Make UAE Property Investment Simpler, Smarter, and More Accessible.

Dubai, UAE, 29 March 2026Major Developments hosted the official partnership signing ceremony with Mortix Mortgage Broker at its Dubai headquarters, marking a strategic step toward making homeownership and real estate investment more seamless for clients across the world. The partnership brings together Major Developments’ high-demand portfolio with Mortix’s mortgage expertise, allowing Major Developments’ clients to […]

Oprah ‘Ozempic Feet’ Rumors Grow

Rumors have swirled that Oprah Winfrey’s weight loss transformation caused major physical issues with her feet, and the evidence is hard to ignore. In March 2026, the daytime talk show host attended Paris Fashion Week, and a video of Winfrey looking dramatically thinner than usual caused online chatter. Not only did people notice her weight […]