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Brussels: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Wednesday that the EU-developed age verification application for digital platforms is technically ready and will be launched soon to limit children’s access to social media.

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Mleiha: Mleiha National Park, the premier destination for history, nature, and adventure in the Emirate of Sharjah, has announced an exciting lineup of educational workshops to engage curious young minds. Set against the backdrop of the region’s rich …

Seoul: Korea’s auto exports rose from a year earlier in March, driven by robust demand for hybrid vehicles, government data showed Wednesday, Yonhap News Agency reported. The combined value of automobile exports came to US$6.37 billion last month, up …

Ajman: Ajman Transport Authority recorded an increase in the number of taxi trips during the first quarter of 2026, reaching 3,322,268 trips, compared to 3,146,769 trips during the same period in 2025, an increase of 175,499 trips, representing a grow…

Washington: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent affirmed that the fundamentals of the US economy remain strong and that growth could exceed three or reach 3.5 percent this year.

According to Emirates News Agency, Bessent stated during a Wall Street …

Abu dhabi: The Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) has begun accepting applications for its Master’s programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year, with the application period open until 17th May 2026.

According to Emirates News Agency, the progra…

Abu dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has announced the opening of applications for the new cycle of its Scholarship Programme, scheduled from 1st to 30th May 2026. The programme offers outstanding Emirati students access to high-quality a…

Manama: His Majesty King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa welcomed Kuwaiti Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, along with his delegation at Al-Sakhir Palace today. The meeting focused on reviewing the …