Dubai: In a landmark announcement that signals the end of an iconic era, Dubai International Airport (DXB) — one of the world’s busiest and most recognized aviation hubs — is set to shut down by 2032. This bold move comes as the emirate prepares to shift all operations to the futuristic Al Maktoum International Airport, Read More…
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Donald Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia, Kicks Off Gulf Visit Aimed at Securing Economic Deals
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of a high-profile Gulf visit aimed at bolstering economic ties and exploring new trade and investment opportunities in the region. Upon landing in Riyadh, Trump was welcomed with a warm reception by Saudi officials, signaling the importance the Kingdom Read More…
History Made: American Cardinal Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, First U.S. Pontiff in Catholic Church History
Vatican City: In a historic and unprecedented moment for the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. At 69 years old, he becomes the first American in history to ascend to the papacy, signaling a new era of leadership from Read More…
No Pope Yet: Black Smoke Rises as First Day of Conclave Ends Without a Decision
Vatican City: Hopes for a new Pope were dashed on the first day of the papal conclave, as black smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney signaled that no candidate secured the required two-thirds majority. At around 9 AM local time, crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square watched as the smoke billowed into the sky Read More…
Global Eyes on Vatican: Conclave to Elect New Pope Begins Amid Secrecy and Tradition
Vatican City— The sacred and secretive process to elect the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church has officially begun today as 133 cardinal electors gather inside the iconic Sistine Chapel. The conclave follows the death of Pope Francis, marking the beginning of a historic transition for over 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide. The proceedings were Read More…
Global Eyes on Vatican as Papal Conclave Begins Tomorrow to Elect New Pope
Vatican City – The world is watching as the Vatican prepares to begin the sacred and secretive conclave tomorrow to elect the next Pope, following the death of Pope Francis. Cardinals from across the globe have gathered for this historic moment, with 133 eligible electors now present in Vatican City. The final pre-conclave general meeting Read More…
Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Foreign Films, Calls Hollywood’s Decline a National Security Threat
Washington: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 100% import tariff on all foreign-produced films, blaming international incentives and unfair competition for the rapid decline of America’s film industry. Declaring the move as essential to protecting national interests, Trump said he has authorized the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to Read More…
European Airlines Boycott Pakistan Airspace After Terror Attack, Causing Massive Revenue Losses
New Delhi: In a major diplomatic fallout following the Pahalgam terror attack, several leading European airlines have begun rerouting their flights to avoid Pakistani airspace. Carriers including Lufthansa, British Airways, Swiss, Air France, ITA Airways (Italy), and LOT Polish Airlines have, for the past two days, been operating via alternate routes—delivering a significant financial setback Read More…
India Emerges as Apple’s iPhone Powerhouse for U.S. Market Amid Soaring Tariffs on China
In a bold realignment of its global supply chain, Apple CEO Tim Cook has confirmed that the majority of iPhones sold in the United States during the June quarter will be made in India — a move designed to counter rising tariff pressures tied to U.S.-China trade tensions. Speaking during the company’s second-quarter earnings call, Read More…
Apple to Shift All U.S. iPhone Production to India by 2026 Amid Growing U.S.-China Tensions
Apple Inc. has unveiled plans to relocate the assembly of all iPhones for the U.S. market from China to India by 2026, in a bold move to mitigate risks linked to the ongoing U.S.-China trade war. The company’s decision comes as the trade conflict intensifies, with steep tariffs being imposed on Chinese imports. Currently, around Read More…