Berlin: Altogether 352,000 people sought asylum in Germany in 2023, with some 329,000 putting in a first application — a rise here of 51%, or 111,000 people, compared with the previous year — the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) says. In response to the latest statistics, the opposition has accused the government of promoting…
Third-party cookies are those placed by visited sites and not by the browser itself Google has begun limiting third-party cookies for some users of its Chrome web browser, a first step towards eventually abandoning the files that have raised privacy concerns. Google, which announced in 2020 that it planned to get rid of cookies, said…
The temple in Jebel Ali welcomed 40,000 devotees on the first day of the New Year reflecting a growing community engagement for spiritual observances. Mohan Narasimhamurthy, Hindu Temple Dubai’s General Manager in Jebel Ali, revealed a noteworthy surge, with over 12,000 more devotees attending compared to the previous year. Khaleej Times visited the new Jebel Ali…
Saudi Arabia estimates financing needs of about 86 billion riyals ($22.93 billion) in 2024 under a borrowing plan approved by Finance Minister Mohammed Al Jadaan, the National Debt Management Center (NDMC) said on Thursday. The kingdom, the world’s top oil exporter, has forecast a budget deficit of 79 billion riyals in 2024, slightly smaller than…
Dubai became the latest emirate in the UAE to announce a ban on single-use plastic from January 1, 2024, imposing up to a maximum penalty of Dh2,000 fine for violations. This comes in the wake of the announcement made by the federal government in January 2023 about the pan-UAE ban on single-use plastic from 2024….
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received condolences on the passing of Sheikha Mahra bint Khaled bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The Ruler was accompanied at the condolence majlis in Abu Dhabi by Sheikh Tahnoun bin Saeed Al Nahyan and several other sheikhs. Those present conveyed their sympathies and condolences to the family of…
The UAE Embassy in Tokyo has issued a warning to citizens due to the massive earthquake that struck Japan. The authority has asked all its citizens to exercise caution.They are also advised to follow safety instructions issued by the Japanese authorities. In case of any emergencies, citizens can communicate with the embassy at 0097180024 or 0097180044444…
Abu Dhabi National Hotels will operate these hotels under Kempinski, JW Marriott and Autograph Collection Hotels banners Five iconic Dubai hotels will be renamed after Abu Dhabi National Hotels announced a collaboration with hotel groups Kempinski Hotels and Marriott International. From January 1, 2024, ADNH will operate these hotels under Kempinski, JW Marriott and Autograph…
The Abu Dhabi Police has warned parents against violent electronic games, noting that the serious effects of these games include addiction, isolation and separation from reality. Officials said parents and guardians should monitor their children’s activity on their smart devices. Police have urged parents to monitor their children and intervene in their choice of games…
Muscat: The Omani-Austrian Business Forum today discussed ways to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including tourism, industry, construction, infrastructure, information technology and medical education. The meeting was organised by Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion today in Muscat. It also reviewed incentives and investment…
