Etihad Rail reveals first passenger route details: 2026 launch, scenic journeys, and city connections | World News

Etihad Rail reveals first passenger route details: 2026 launch, scenic journeys, and city connections | World News

Etihad Rail has officially confirmed four key passenger stations—in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Fujairah, forming the backbone of the initial route rollout/ Image: Etihad Rail The UAE’s ambitious 900-kilometre Etihad Rail project has taken a major step forward with the unveiling of a detailed network map during the Global Rail conference in Abu Dhabi….

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US stock markets at record high: S&P 500 and Nasdaq surge; rate cut hopes boost optimism despite government shutdown

US stock markets at record high: S&P 500 and Nasdaq surge; rate cut hopes boost optimism despite government shutdown

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices reached unprecedented levels when markets opened on Thursday, driven by fresh optimism regarding potential interest rate reductions, whilst investors prepare for minimal economic data releases as the week concludes.At market opening, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 20.0 points, representing a 0.04% increase, reaching 46,461.11. The S&P 500 advanced…

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IND vs WI 1st Test, Day 1: Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah rip through West Indies; KL Rahul slams fifty | Cricket News

IND vs WI 1st Test, Day 1: Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah rip through West Indies; KL Rahul slams fifty | Cricket News

India took firm control of the opening day, thanks to a brilliant bowling display led by Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah followed by a composed half-century from KL Rahul. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: India took firm control of the opening day of the first Test against West Indies on Thursday, thanks to a brilliant…

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NASA-ISRO’s NISAR sends first radar images of Earth’s surface; reveals exceptional details of land, forests and agriculture |

NASA-ISRO’s NISAR sends first radar images of Earth’s surface; reveals exceptional details of land, forests and agriculture |

NASA and ISRO have released the first radar images captured by their joint Earth-observing satellite, NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar). Launched on July 30, 2025, the satellite carries advanced L-band and S-band radar systems, designed to provide unprecedented insight into Earth’s dynamic surface. The initial images, captured in August, reveal remarkable detail, from dense forests…

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Government shutdown 2025: Indian-origin Ami Bera, Suhas Subramanyam turn down pay, say it’s not right

Government shutdown 2025: Indian-origin Ami Bera, Suhas Subramanyam turn down pay, say it’s not right

Rep Suhas Subramanyam and Ami Bera, both Indian-American Congressmen, refuse to take their salaries during the government shutdown. Indian-origin Congressmen Suhas Subramanyam and Ami Bera announced that they would not take their congressional salaries as long as the government remains shut down, as federal workers and troops are forced to work without pay. “Government shutdowns…

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Aadhaar update charges hiked: Certain services cost more from October 1, biometric update fee for children waived – check details

Aadhaar update charges hiked: Certain services cost more from October 1, biometric update fee for children waived – check details

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a revised fee structure for Aadhaar-related services, effective October 1, 2025, and applicable until September 30, 2028. Subsequent adjustments are scheduled from October 1, 2028, to September 30, 2031.Under the new rates, standard service fees will rise: services previously costing Rs 50 will increase to Rs…

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‘Even if you get out for 15 ducks …’: How Suryakumar Yadav’s faith shaped Abhishek Sharma | Cricket News

‘Even if you get out for 15 ducks …’: How Suryakumar Yadav’s faith shaped Abhishek Sharma | Cricket News

Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav NEW DELHI: Abhishek Sharma’s sensational run in the Asia Cup 2025, which earned him the Player of the Tournament award, owes much to the faith shown in him by India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav. Speaking on Breakfast with Champions, Abhishek revealed how Suryakumar’s confidence helped him overcome a string of…

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Understanding why rose petals curl: How stress, geometry, and biology shape their elegant forms |

Understanding why rose petals curl: How stress, geometry, and biology shape their elegant forms |

Rose petals, celebrated for their vivid colours and graceful curves, are more than just visually striking. Their unique shapes arise from a complex interaction of biology, physics, and geometry. As petals grow, differential growth rates and mechanical stresses produce the distinctive curled edges and pointed tips. This process, known as geometric frustration, occurs when the…

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Abu Dhabi: 13 private schools rated outstanding, 5 remain weak in latest Irtiqa’a report | World News

Abu Dhabi: 13 private schools rated outstanding, 5 remain weak in latest Irtiqa’a report | World News

Abu Dhabi’s Irtiqa’a inspection rated 13 schools Outstanding, 23 improved to Good, and 5 Weak/Representative Image Private education in Abu Dhabi is showing measurable progress, with recent inspections revealing a notable rise in school performance levels. Conducted under the Department of Education and Knowledge’s (ADEK) Irtiqa’a framework, the evaluation has led to 23 schools moving…

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Hacking has an evil twin! What is vibe hacking? Here’s how cyber frauds are misusing AI

Hacking has an evil twin! What is vibe hacking? Here’s how cyber frauds are misusing AI

As if cyber frauds were not enough, you will now have to deal with another evil of the AI era, vibe hacking!Cybersecurity experts are warning that AI is increasingly being misused by criminals to launch sophisticated cyberattacks. What started as “vibe coding,” a way to harness AI for productive tasks, now has a darker side:…

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