Abu dhabi: A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea on Tuesday, US Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The quake’s epicentre was located 127 kilometres west of Kokopo at a depth of 68.2 kilometres. According to Emirates News Agency, Papua New Guinea is situated within the Pacific Ring of Fire. This region is known for its high … Read more
Abu dhabi: Five people died and three others were hospitalised after toxic gas erupted inside a factory restroom in the city of Hebi, central China’s Henan Province, local authorities said on Tuesday. According to Emirates News Agency, the incident occurred at Hexin Chemical Industry Co. in Shancheng District. A sulphuric acid storage tank is believed … Read more
Abu dhabi: The UAE Fuel Price Committee has approved the fuel prices for October 2025. According to Emirates News Agency, the prices are set as follows: Diesel is priced at AED2.71 per litre, Super ’98’ will be AED2.77 per litre, Special ’95’ is set at AED2.66 per litre, and E-Plus ’91’ will cost AED2.58 per … Read more
Goheung: The Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has announced that it has finalized the date for the fourth launch of the Nuri space rocket, scheduled for November 27. This marks a significant milestone for the country’s space exploration efforts, with the launch taking place from the Naro Space Centre in the southern coastal village of Goheung. … Read more
Sharjah: Sharjah Airport has renewed its Airport Customer Experience Accreditation – Level 2 from Airports Council International (ACI), underscoring its ongoing commitment to service quality and to delivering a safe, smart, and seamless travel experience for passengers. According to Emirates News Agency, the certificate was awarded during a ceremony held in Guangzhou, China, as part … Read more
Dubai: The World Maritime Day Parallel Event 2025 began today in Dubai, organised by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure under the theme: ‘Our Ocean – Our Obligation – Our Opportunity.’ According to Emirates News Agency, the two-day event brings together ministers, officials, and experts from around the world to address strategic challenges facing the … Read more
Abu dhabi: The UAE Council for Fatwa has announced the organisation of a scholarly symposium titled “Zakat on Dates: Fatwa-Based Rulings and National Efforts.Civilisational Foresight”. The event will be held on Wednesday at Mawasem Park (Al Samha Green House), with the participation of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Awqaf and Zakat, along with several … Read more
Abu dhabi: Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, visited Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi alongside his partner Jodie Haydon. They were accompanied by Fahad Obaid Al Taffaq, UAE Ambassador to Australia, Ridwan Joudat, Australian Ambassador to the UAE, and senior members of the Australian delegation. According to Emirates News Agency, during the visit, … Read more