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Satellite images show Pakistan still repairing Nur Khan Airbase six months after India's strikes
Even after six months of Operation Sindoor in which Indian forces struck multiple military facilities inside Pakistan, new satellite imagery showed Islamabad is still working to fix the damage, according to OSINT analyst Damien Symon, the researcher who first reported that India had targeted a nuclear weapons storage site at Kirana Hills during Operation Sindoor.
UAE President appoints four new Assistant Governors at Central Bank
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has appointed four new Assistant Governors at the Central Bank of the UAE. Ahmed Al Qamzi, Ibraheem Al Hashemi, Fatma Al Jabri, and Saif Al Dhaheri bring decades of experience in banking supervision, financial crime prevention, and institutional management, strengthening the bank’s leadership and enhancing regulatory oversight, market conduct, and consumer protection.
UAE Central Bank new rules for Personal Loan: Now you can apply for a loan without a salary slip
The UAE Central Bank has removed the minimum salary requirement for personal loans. Banks can now set their own eligibility criteria. This change opens up access to regulated loans for low-income earners, students, and blue-collar workers. Repayments are secured through the Wage Protection System. Loan limits and repayment rules still apply to ensure responsible lending.
UAE announces National Day holiday for public and private sector employees
The UAE has announced paid holidays for public and private sector employees on December 1 and 2 in celebration of National Day, also known as Eid Al Etihad. Residents can enjoy a long weekend when combined with the Saturday-Sunday weekend. The celebrations will include fireworks, concerts, cultural events, parades, and family entertainment, reflecting the nation’s unity and achievements since 1971.
Saudi Arabia sets new labour penalties up to SR250,000 in updated violations schedule
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) has issued an updated schedule of labour violations and penalties following a public consultation. Fines now range from SR500 to SR250,000, covering unlicensed hiring, illegal recruitment, workplace misconduct, environmental breaches, and violations of maternity leave and childcare requirements, reinforcing compliance and protections for workers, particularly women.
NASA to unveil rare imagery of interstellar comet 3I ATLAS on 19 November 2025
NASA is set to unveil stunning new images of the rare interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, a visitor from another star system. Discovered earlier this year, this marks only the third such object observed in our solar system. The live event will offer insights into its journey and composition, providing a unique glimpse into distant cosmic environments.
‘Deeply ashamed’: Larry Summers steps back from public roles; scrutiny mounts over Epstein emails
Former Harvard president Larry Summers is stepping back from public roles after documents revealed years of correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. Summers expressed deep shame and took full responsibility for his "misguided" decision to maintain contact. The revelations follow the release of Epstein's interactions with influential figures, prompting renewed scrutiny of Summers's relationship with the disgraced financier.
'Profound missteps’: US magistrate judge orders grand jury files to former FBI director Comey; rebukes DOJ for flawed probe
In a significant ruling, a federal judge has mandated the release of grand jury documents related to the James Comey investigation, calling attention to "serious investigative errors" and a possible failure of government ethics. The judge expressed concerns about how the Justice Department managed the inquiry, stating it could "compromise the integrity of the grand jury process.
Boat Strikes, Warships And...Trump Ramps Up Pressure On Venezuela's Maduro, What's The Endgame? | 4K
The Trump administration is rapidly escalating its pressure campaign against Venezuela, with America’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R Ford, about to take up a position within striking distance of the country, even as President Trump’s aides provide conflicting accounts of what, exactly, they are seeking to achieve. In private, Trump has reportedly talked to aides about Venezuela’s huge oil reserves, estimated at 300 billion barrels, the largest in the world. He had an offer from Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro that would have essentially given the US rights to much of it,
S Jaishankar in Moscow says India-Russia ties a factor of stability in international relations
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said that India-Russia ties have long been a factor of stability in international relations, and their growth and evolution are not only in the mutual interest of the two countries but also in the interest of the world. During his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Jaishankar stated that several bilateral agreements, initiatives, and projects are under discussion in various fields between the two countries. "I welcome this opportunity to meet again and our regular interactions - you mentioned six this year so far - h
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