Les Wexner’s long-time friendship with Jeffrey Epstein was set to be the subject of a closed-door congressional deposition in Ohio on Wednesday, where the billionaire retail magnate was expected to face questions about new revelations contained in the latest release of Justice Department documents related to the late sexual predator.Wexner, 88, the retired founder of…
A 22-year-old Sikh nurse experienced emotional trauma and was left with a broken nose after an alleged racially motivated assault outside a gym in Corio, Geelong, in Australia.Harmanpreet Singh said the attack unfolded late on Tuesday night after he finished a workout at a local gym. According to Singh, the harassment began while he was…
Vice President Vance dismissed speculation of a “conflict” between him and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, amid reports that both men were considering presidential runs in 2028.“I think it’s so interesting the media wants to create this conflict where there just isn’t any conflict,” Vance told Fox News host Martha MacCallum on “The Story.” Kallas…
Sweden’s Deputy PM Ebba Busch arrived in New Delhi with Swedish delegations for the AI Impact Summit/ Image: MEA Sweden’s Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch is in New Delhi today to attend the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, as India positions itself at the centre of global conversations on artificial intelligence. Busch, who also serves as…
What is Saudi Founding Day and Why is it Celebrated on February 22? Every year on February 22, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pauses to commemorate Founding Day, a national occasion that honours the birth of the first Saudi state nearly three centuries ago. This year’s holiday, officially declared a paid public holiday for workers…
Candace Owens is facing backlash after revisiting a bizarre claim that witches placed a curse on Charlie Kirk before his death. A viral post accused her of fueling a “witch hunt,” while supporters say her remarks were taken out of context. The controversy has reignited debate over misinformation, conspiracy narratives, and how fringe theories quickly…
Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighting: When Does Fasting Begin Globally and Why Is Crescent Timimg Significant? Every year, millions of Muslims around the world eagerly await the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon, a moment charged with spiritual, historical and community significance. Unlike most holidays governed by a fixed date on the Gregorian calendar, Ramadan follows…
Kuwait introduces Freelance work permit for expats / Image: file Kuwait is set to introduce a new freelance residency permit allowing expatriates to work independently without needing a traditional employer sponsor. This move aims to curb visa trading and tighten labour market regulations. The scheme, expected to roll out within the next two months, will…
Oman’s New Tiered Expat Work Permit Fees: Incentives for Omanisation Compliance The Sultanate of Oman is shaking up how companies hire foreign workers by introducing a tiered fee structure for expatriate work permits that directly ties costs to compliance with national employment targets known as Omanisation. The move, announced this week by the Ministry of…
Ramadan 1447 AH commenced on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, following verified crescent moon sightings across the Middle East, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Dubai residents began their fast at dawn, with Imsak at 5:24 AM and Fajr at 5:34 AM. Evening prayers and community gatherings will mark the spiritual observance throughout the month….