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Mandarin transliteration of character’s name regarded as auspicious, prompting wave of memes and fan art

Saïf al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moamer Kadhafi, was shot dead at his home in western Libya on Tuesday, several sources have confirmed to RFI.

French judicial authorities have issued warrants for two Franco-Israeli activists accused of trying to block humanitarian aid from entering Gaza, with investigators examining whether the actions could amount to complicity in genocide.

Ramadan 2026 sees UAE schools adopt a unique schedule, with students attending full in-person classes for only about eight days. The Ministry of Education and KHDA have prioritized spiritual reflection and family time, incorporating shorter weeks, remote learning options, and extended holidays. This approach aims to balance academic continuity with…

In today’s newsletter: As social media fills the gaps with rumour and conjecture, reporters must navigate a legal framework that has grown heavier, stricter and increasingly out of step with the digital age

Kuwait is undertaking extensive preparations for Ramadan 2026, readying approximately 1,700 mosques nationwide. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs is ensuring thorough maintenance, safety checks and infrastructure servicing to facilitate comfortable and secure worship for congregations. This holistic approach, involving cross-agency coordination, prioritises community well-being and the spiritual observance of the…

Singapore Airlines is relaunching non-stop flights to Riyadh from June 2, 2026, after a 12-year absence. Operating four times weekly on Airbus A350-900s, this service aims to boost business, tourism and cultural exchange between Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The move signifies Riyadh's growing importance as a global hub…

Dubai is adopting the "Sponge City" model through a partnership with Shenzhen to enhance climate resilience and manage heavy rainfall. This initiative integrates permeable pavements, green roofs, and wetlands to absorb and purify rainwater, aiming to keep streets dry and functional while increasing urban greenery and reducing heat.

A federal jury in the United States has convicted Varun Arora, an Indian national living in the country without authorization, for sexually assaulting a fellow traveler onboard a domestic flight from Rhode Island to Washington D.C. in August 2024. The case highlighted the distressing nature of the assault, wherein Arora…