WASHINGTON — A man fatally shot eight children, seven of them his own, early Sunday in the southern US state of Louisiana, in what police said appears to have been an incident of domestic violence. The incident, which took place just after 6:00 am (1100 GMT) in the city of Shreveport, was the deadliest mass shooting in the United States in more than two years, according to data from the Gun Violence Archive. Three boys and five girls ranging in age 3 to 11 were killed in the shooting spree across three homes, police said. They included seven siblings and…
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After 51 days of precautionary closure due to the US-Iran war, Global Village is reopening its gates on Monday, April 20, at 5pm. Many UAE residents shared their excitement on social media when the news was announced. Here is everything you need to know about the entertainment destination: Tickets Visitors can buy tickets online or on the app before arriving at Global Village. Weekday tickets valid Monday to Thursday, excluding public holidays, start at Dh25 per person. Any day tickets cost Dh30. Children under 3, seniors over 65, and people of determination have free entry. Tuesdays are reserved exclusively for…
StarLink, an Infinigate Group company, is returning with its flagship event – a multi-city cybersecurity series spanning key markets across the Middle East. The spotlight is on the emerging AI vs AI cybersecurity combat, marking a new era where autonomous systems both identify and counter sophisticated, AI-driven threats at unprecedented speed. As organisations embrace AI to accelerate innovation, cyber adversaries are leveraging the same power to launch faster, smarter, and more sophisticated attacks. This year’s theme, “AI vs AI: The Silent Battle”, reflects this defining shift in the cybersecurity landscape, where artificial intelligence is no longer just an enabler but…
Students make their way into Brighton College Dubai as schools reopen after weeks of remote learning A parent, visibly excited, drops his child off at school with a warm smile as routines return after weeks of online learning Another parent arrives, gently holding his son’s hand and sending him off to school with a reassuring smile A girl shares a laugh with her mother moments before heading into school Three friends share a heartwarming reunion, with two embracing after weeks of online learning A happy child, full of excitement and smiles, eagerly heads into school, marking a joyful return after…
SOFIA — Bulgaria’s ex-president Rumen Radev, a euroskeptic former fighter pilot who opposes military support for Ukraine’s war effort against Moscow, hailed a “victory of hope” after his coalition topped the eighth parliamentary elections in five years on Monday. Bulgarians went to the polls on Sunday in the eighth parliamentary election in five years, with Radev, the clear frontrunner, promising to stamp out corruption and end a spiral of weak, short-lived governments.Pro-Russian Radev stepped down from the presidency in January to run in the election, which comes after mass protests forced out the previous government in December. A slick social…
WASHINGTON — The US military said it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing three people on Sunday, as the Trump administration continues its efforts to crackdown on the smuggling of drugs into the United States. The Trump administration’s campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September, killing at least 181 people. Other strikes have taken place in the eastern Pacific Ocean as well. The series of strikes have ramped up again in the past week or so, despite the war in Iran, which…
After over a month of closure, Dubai’s Global Village is reopening its doors to the public, welcoming visitors again from today 5 pm onwards. Ticket prices start at Dh25 per person. The season was previously scheduled to end on May 10, though it remains unclear whether dates will be extended. In the meantime, here are five experiences visitors should start with: 1. Viral street food that’s taking over social media Food remains one of the biggest draws at Global Village, with several viral favourites making rounds this season. At Taco Loco, visitors can try authentic Mexican birria tacos, slow-cooked and…
Abu Dhabi has renamed four Darb toll gates, introducing new identities and updated names aimed at improving clarity and making them easier for motorists to recognise. The change is part of efforts to better align each toll gate name with its actual location, helping drivers quickly identify routes and navigate the road network with greater ease. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels It is also intended to enhance overall traffic awareness and reduce confusion for road users. Here are the four renamed toll gates: Al Maqta Toll Gate, located on Al Maqta Bridge Rabdan Toll…
RIYADH — A maximum fine of SR900 will be slapped as a penalty for driving a deceased person’s vehicle without authorization. The penalty also includes impounding of the vehicle until the violation is rectified. The Public Security Directorate has proposed an amendment to the Traffic Law by adding a clause in this regard. The directorate has presented the proposal via the Istitlaa platform for public feedback before its approval. Amending paragraph four of Article 68 of the Traffic Law adds the offense of driving a vehicle, owned by a deceased person, without authorization to that vehicle as a traffic violation…
JEDDAH — Minister of Transport and Logistics Saleh Al-Jasser visited the dedicated terminal for the Makkah Route Initiative at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Saturday. He received pilgrims who arrived under the initiative from Bangladesh. The minister was briefed on the procedures implemented to facilitate pilgrims’ journeys, accelerate processing times, and deliver high-quality services that enable them to perform their rituals in ease and comfort. The Ministry of Interior has been implementing the Makkah Route initiative for the eighth year in 2026. This year the number of beneficiary countries of this initiative rose to 10 with the addition…