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No Need For Panic Buying, Our UAE Stores Stocked For 6 Months: LuLu Group
With parts of the Middle East facing aviation disruptions due to the conflict, retailers have increasingly turned to dedicated cargo flights to transport perishable food items.
Iran Lays Sea Mines In Strait Of Hormuz: Here's How They Work
Iran has reportedly begun laying sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energy routes. A few dozen mines have been placed so far in the waterway, according to media reports.
After Oil, Gas, Iran's Hormuz Chokehold Raises Fertiliser Red Flag For India
US-Israel war on Iran disrupts fertiliser supply to India, threatening imports, particularly urea, and posing food security risks for the country's 147 crore population to add to concerns over energy supply volatility.
"Spends Day Peacefully": Japan Zoo Says 'Punch The Monkey' Isn't Being Bullied
A Japanese zoo caring for a baby monkey who has become an internet sensation was forced to issue a statement denying he was being bullied, following an outpouring of concern online.
Indian National Among 4 Injured After Iranian Drones Hit Near Dubai Airport
Drones fell near Dubai airport on Wednesday, injuring four people, but air traffic continued as normal, Dubai's government said, as Iran presses on with attacks against Gulf countries.
How Everest, The World's Highest Mountain, Rose From An Ancient Ocean
Long before Mount Everest became the roof of the world, the rocks that form its summit were lying at the bottom of a sea. Today, the Himalayan peak rises to nearly 8,848 metres above sea level, making it the highest point on Earth.
Iran Says New Supreme Leader "Safe And Sound" Amid Injury Reports
Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is "safe and sound" despite reports of an injury during the war with Israel and the United States, said the son of the Iranian president on Wednesday.
Is Instagram down? Thousands Report Issues With App
Instagram down: Instagram users reported issues with the direct messaging feature, claiming that they're unable to send or receive private chats.
Countries Where Euthanasia Is Legal
The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted a 31-year-old Ghaziabad man the right to die. Harish Rana, a student of Punjab University, has been in a persistent vegetative state for the past 13 years.
Watch: Old Video Of Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei Standing In Line At Charity Event
Days after he became Iran's Supreme Leader, an old video of Mojtaba Khamenei in public interacting with people has surfaced on social media.
Energy Body Proposes Record Oil Reserve Release Amid Iran War: Report
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has proposed its largest ever release of oil reserves to counter soaring crude prices driven by the US-Israeli war with Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday, citing officials familiar with the matter.
All About Jose Antonio Kast, Chile's New Hard-Right President
Jose Antonio Kast became Chile's president on his third attempt, becoming the country's most right-wing leader in over three decades by pledging a firm hand on security and order.
Bangladeshi Sari Weaving Tradition Hangs By A Thread Amid Dip In India Trade
Bangladesh's Tangail sari is fighting for survival as weavers warn that automation and economic pressures are pushing the centuries-old craft to the brink despite its global acclaim.
American Airlines Passenger Removed For Playing Video Without Headphones On Flight
A woman was removed from an American Airlines flight from Miami to Tampa for playing a video aloud on her phone without headphones despite warnings.
Gujarat To US: Bhadresh Patel, Among FBI's Most Wanted for Killing Wife
With a reward of $1 million on any information on him, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has ramped up the search for Gujarat native Bhadreshkumar Chetanbhai Patel, wanted for his wife's murder in the US.
India Eases Some Investment Norms For China After 6 Years Of Friction
India approved easing restrictions on Chinese investments in select sectors on Tuesday, in a major step by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to rebuild ties with Beijing and end six years of friction.
China Is Rebuilding Its Grip On North Korea. Is Kim Jong Un Ready To Oblige?
When Kim Jong Un arrived by armoured train in Beijing for a military parade in September, the pageantry signalled a thaw in one of the world's most important relationships after several years of frosty ties.
North Korea Marathon Cancelled Due To Iran War? All You Need To Know
Experts speculate that the cancellation might be linked to North Korea's security concerns
Meta Pulled Up By Oversight Board For Weak AI Deepfake Labels On Iran War
Meta Oversight Board has criticised the social media giant's AI deepfake detection, particularly in light of the ongoing war in the Middle East.
