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Dubai Approves Historic 302.7 Billion Dirham Budget for 2026-28
Dubai (HRNW)– Dubai has approved its largest budget in history for 2026-28, with a volume of 302.7 billion dirhams. Revenue is expected to be 329.2 billion dirhams, with a 5 percent surplus. The budget allocates 28 percent for the social sector and 48 percent for infrastructure. Dubai aims to double its GDP in 10 years…
Tensions Escalate Between Israeli Army Chief and Defense Minister Over Gaza War Report
Tel Aviv (HRNW)– Since the Gaza war, the conflict between Israel’s military and political leadership has intensified. Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir publicly criticized Defense Minister Azrael Katz after the minister ordered a re-examination of the investigation report on military failures during the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023. The Defense Minister also suspended…
Saudi Arabia Plans Two New Wineries for Non-Muslims
Dhahran/Jeddah (HRNW)– Reuters, citing sources, has reported that Saudi Arabia plans to open two new wineries—one in Dhahran for non-Muslim Aramco employees and another in Jeddah for non-Muslim diplomats. These wineries may open in 2026, although exact dates have not been announced. The announcement comes after Saudi Arabia’s first winery for non-Muslim diplomats opened last year…
South Korean Court Sentences Kim Nok-won to Life for Largest Online Sexual Exploitation Case
Seoul (HRNW)– A South Korean court has sentenced Kim Nok-won, 33, to life imprisonment in the country’s largest online sexual exploitation case. Kim, posing as a pastor, created a pyramid-style network to intimidate people into producing nude and illegal content. He targeted 261 victims from May 2020 to January 2025, distributing child sexual abuse videos, blackmailing…
Former UK PM David Cameron Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, Urges Timely Screening
London (HRNW)– Former British Prime Minister David Cameron, 59, has revealed that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. He emphasized the importance of timely screening, noting that prostate cancer is the most common cancer among British men. Cameron shared that after advice from his wife, he underwent a PSA test, MRI scan, and biopsy,…
Massive Turnout at Hezbollah Chief of Staff Haitham Ali Tabatabaei’s Funeral Amid Israeli Threats
Beirut (HRNW)– The funeral prayer of Hezbollah’s military chief of staff Haitham Ali Tabatabaei was held in the southern suburbs of Beirut, attended by a large crowd, including top Hezbollah leadership and fighters. Despite Israeli threats and heightened security, mourners filled the area. Israeli drones were seen flying at low altitudes, and artillery shelling targeted Hezbollah…
Senator Pauline Hanson Sparks Controversy Over Burqa Protest in Parliament
Canberra (HRNW)– Senator Pauline Hanson of Australia’s hard-right party attempted to introduce a bill to ban the burqa in public places, but was blocked from doing so, angering her. In protest, she entered the assembly hall wearing a burqa herself, which led to a heated reaction from Muslim senators who called her actions racist and provocative….
India Faces Widespread Corruption Amid Modi Era, Report Highlights
New Delhi (HRNW)– According to Indian magazine The Wire, corruption has intensified under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the Adani-Ambani nexus allegedly exploiting government policies for personal gain. The report highlights financial corruption, institutional destruction, political revenge, religious division, and social prejudice as hallmarks of India today. Corruption is reportedly pervasive across economic, social, judicial,…
US and Ukrainian Delegations Report Productive Peace Talks
Geneva (HRNW)– The meeting between the US and Ukrainian delegations in Geneva has been described as very productive. According to media reports, a White House spokesperson said both delegations agreed to ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty in any peace agreement with Russia. The spokesperson added that negotiators highlighted a shared commitment to achieving a just and lasting…
Mayor Zahran Mamdani Reiterates Criticism of Trump Despite White House Meeting
New York (HRNW)– Mayor Zahran Mamdani has stated that he still believes US President Donald Trump is a fascist. According to media reports, Mamdani expressed these views despite a cordial meeting with Trump at the White House earlier this week. In an NBC News interview, Mamdani said, “This is something I have said in the…