Happy Birthday Dolly Parton! Tennessee honours country music legend’s life and legacy
This Monday, January 19th, marks Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday and to celebrate the Queen of Country has welcomed her rise into octogenarian ranks with probably the only way she knows,…
How is cyberviolence against women and girls spreading across Europe?
A new report shows that cyberstalking, spyware, hate speech, and threats are among the most denounced cases of violence against women and girls in Europe. Read More
Spain holds minute of silence for victims of train derailment
Residents of Adamuz and people across Spain paid tribute to the victims of a deadly train accident that killed 39 and injured over 120, showing nationwide solidarity. Read more at…
Joy fills Oman as Muscat Nights illuminates the sky
The Muscat Nights 2026 festival has attracted over 800,000 visitors, featuring fireworks, cultural events, and modern technology across key venues until 31 January. Read more at Read More
‘Zootopia 2’ becomes Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film ever – but who is Number 1 globally?
‘Zootopia’ is Walt Disney Animation Studios’ fifth billion-dollar title since 2013 and now Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film of all time. It also becomes the ninth most profitable film of all…
EU seeks to de-escalate Greenland crisis while preparing retaliation on Trump tariffs
European Union leaders face a pivotal week as they seek to defuse tensions with the US while preparing to retaliate against Trump should he act on his tariff threats. Officials…
Lufthansa Group and SWISS become latest airlines to change power bank rules – here’s what to know
Lufthansa Group joins carriers such as Emirates and Qantas in stopping the use of power banks in flight. Read More
Astana celebrates Epiphany with icy-water dips
The Epiphany is an ancient Christian feast day. Read more at Read More
Soaring executions in Iran suggest use as ‘tool of state intimidation,’ UN says
At least 47% of executions carried out in Iran in 2025 had been related to drug offences, the UN human rights office said. Read more at Read More
Strength and stamina required: Qatar’s Samla endurance race goes global with new lifestyle ambitions
Sports tourism is a fast booming cultural trend as elite athletes seek new frontiers to fulfil their passion while pushing their limits. Qatar’s unforgiving homegrown endurance contest, Samla, is hoping…