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Scientists warn! Gulf Stream collapse could trigger severe global disruption Scientists are again examining the strength of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, the vast ocean system that moves warm water northwards through the Atlantic. The current, often linked in public discussion to the Gulf Stream, helps shape weather patterns across Europe, North America and parts…
Top 2026 Skills for GCC Job Market: AI, Data, Cybersecurity and More As GCC economies accelerate towards digital-first, knowledge-driven growth, the skills that employers are looking for in 2026 have shifted dramatically. From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 projects to the UAE’s AI-led governance push, hiring priorities across the Gulf are increasingly shaped by technology adoption,…
Somalia on Monday signed a defence agreement with Saudi Arabia, deepening military ties as the Horn of Africa increasingly becomes a theatre for regional rivalries among Gulf states. The region, which lies along one of the world’s busiest trade routes between the Indian Ocean and the Suez Canal, has drawn growing strategic interest from Gulf…
GCC Unified Tourist Visa: Your Guide to Single Entry for 6 Gulf Countries The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is moving forward with a Schengen-style unified tourist visa that will allow travellers to enter all six GCC member countries including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman, with a single permit. While official launch…
Piyush Goyal during the signing of FTA terms between India and the GCC in New Delhi (ANI) NEW DELHI: Amid a rush of trade deals with advanced countries, India signed the terms of reference (ToR) for negotiations with the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Thursday, a step towards a free trade agreement (FTA), with…
Gulf Job Scams: How to Spot Fake Offers and Protect Yourself in UAE and Saudi Arabia As the Gulf continues to attract millions of job seekers, from local professionals to expatriates and international applicants, fraudulent job offers and fake recruitment schemes have become a persistent problem in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. These scams have…
NEW DELHI: After clinching trade deals with the US and EU, India is set to kick off negotiations for an agreement with the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council. The bloc, comprising Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, will sign the terms of reference on Thursday, outlining the scope and modalities of the proposed…
UAE and Scotland Sign Investment MoU: What Does This Mean for Global Business? In a significant development for global investment flows, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Scotland have signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen bilateral investment cooperation, broaden economic ties and unlock new opportunities for businesses in both nations. The agreement,…
Residents in Qatar get a rare chance to spot the International Space Station / Image: File Skywatchers and social media users across Qatar got a thrilling celestial moment on the evening of January 11, 2026, the International Space Station (ISS) was visible soaring across the sky above Doha and beyond. According to the Qatar Calendar…
Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar has emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, crossing the Rs 1,000 crore mark at the global box office. However, despite its massive worldwide success, the Aditya Dhar-directed spy thriller failed to release in several Middle Eastern countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman—leading to a significant…
