Several major celebrities have reportedly lost millions of Instagram followers overnight after parent company Meta carried out a huge crackdown on fake and inactive accounts. The move, which online users have dubbed the “Great Purge of 2026”, affected some of the platform’s biggest stars. According to reports, Taylor Swift lost around five million followers during […]
The 2026 Met Gala delivered a spectacular showcase of creativity, with celebrities transforming the iconic steps of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art into what felt like a live art exhibition. This year’s theme pushed stars to embrace bold storytelling through fashion, with sculptural designs, archival revivals and dramatic silhouettes blurring the line between couture […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has reviewed progress on Dubai’s upcoming Metro Blue Line, confirming it is on schedule for a September 9, 2029 launch. The major infrastructure project is being delivered by around 10,000 engineers and workers, and will include 14 stations designed as “iconic” additions to the city’s transport network. […]
Taylor Swift sent fans into a frenzy after a mysterious 48-hour countdown briefly appeared on her official website before quickly being deleted. The countdown featured a blue sky and white cloud design, with yellow numbers, imagery that many fans immediately linked to the iconic look of the Toy Story franchise. Screenshots spread rapidly online, fuelling […]
Cloud seeding is a scientific technique used in the UAE to increase rainfall by modifying existing clouds rather than creating new ones. It works by introducing tiny particles, usually salts, into clouds, which act as nuclei for water droplets to form around. These droplets then grow larger and heavier until they eventually fall as rain. […]
The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has made a huge global impact, delivering the biggest opening ever for a music biopic. The film pulled in around $217 million (AED 796 million) worldwide during its debut weekend, surpassing previous records set by films like Bohemian Rhapsody. The strong numbers underline the enduring popularity of Jackson’s music and […]
Dubai has announced its largest-ever transport project, with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum unveiling a new Dh34 billion Metro Gold Line. The 42km fully underground line will include 18 stations and connect key areas across the city, linking with existing metro lines as well as the future Etihad Rail network. Once completed, […]
Shona and Abdo in the Morning on 104.8 Channel 4 could not hold in the excitment as they addressed Justin Bieber star-studded second Coachella set. He delivered a standout moment during his Coachella 2026 headlining performance by bringing out Billie Eilish for a surprise onstage appearance. In a nod to his classic concerts, he serenaded […]
Dubai’s popular seasonal attraction Global Village has reopened for its latest season, welcoming visitors back with ticket prices starting from Dh25 for weekday entry. The multicultural destination features a mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment, with pavilions representing dozens of countries and offering everything from street food to traditional crafts. Visitors can also enjoy live […]
Schools across the UAE are preparing for a return to in-person learning, with authorities confirming that students will gradually head back to classrooms after a period of distance learning. A phased reopening will begin, allowing schools, nurseries, and educational institutions to resume on-site teaching in a controlled and organised way. The return will be carefully […]