TIME, the prestigious global media organization, has announced the winners of its 2024 ‘World’s Greatest Places’ awards, featuring AlUla’s exceptional destinations. TIME’s editors and correspondents from around the world have vetted these remarkable locations, highlighting 100 extraordinary destinations to explore, stay, and visit. AlUla’s honored destinations include: Dar Tantora The House Hotel – Opened in…
Recent data from the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service has revealed that July 21 has become the hottest day ever recorded on Earth. This milestone underscores a troubling trend exacerbated by climate change, driven primarily by the continued burning of fossil fuels. The repercussions of these extreme temperatures are profound, with recent heatwaves severely…
President Biden’s surprise announcement on Sunday sent shockwaves through the political landscape, as he declared his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. Citing increasing pressure from within his own party and doubts about his ability to effectively challenge former President Donald J. Trump, Biden revealed his decision in a poignant letter. Reflecting on his tenure,…
China is making significant strides towards bolstering its renewable energy sector, with ambitious plans that outpace the rest of the world combined. They aim to develop 339 gigawatts (GW) of clean energy sources, including 180 GW from large-scale solar systems and 15 GW from wind power projects. By the end of 2024, China plans to…
SalamAir, the prominent airline based in Oman, has launched its inaugural flight from Muscat to Islamabad, marking a significant milestone in its expansion strategy. The flight, which landed at 2:55 AM, carried a full complement of 203 passengers and was met with a traditional water salute upon arrival at Islamabad Airport. Looking ahead, SalamAir is…
Masoud Pezeshkian, the reformist candidate, clinched victory in Iran’s presidential run-off election, defeating the ultraconservative contender Saeed Jalili, as confirmed by the interior ministry. Pezeshkian secured over 17 million votes, surpassing Jalili’s 13 million out of approximately 30 million ballots cast, marking a decisive win with a 49.8% voter turnout. This electoral outcome follows the…
Saudi Arabia has recently implemented significant changes to its tourist visa policies, making it easier for Pakistani travelers to visit. These updates include a lower financial requirement for visa applicants, allowing them to submit a bank statement showing a minimum monthly credit of USD 750 or its equivalent. In response to a substantial 43% increase…
A new milestone in renewable energy has been achieved with the launch of what is being hailed as the world’s largest solar power plant by a subsidiary of the China Green Development Investment Group. Located in Xinjiang, the Xinjiang Midong solar project spans an expansive 32,947 acres and boasts over 5.26 million solar panels, making…
Over the past five years, NVIDIA has achieved extraordinary growth, catapulting its employees’ wealth as the company’s stock surged by an astonishing 3,000%. Take, for instance, a product manager who joined NVIDIA in a mid-level role five years ago, initially receiving an annual stock grant of $77,000. Today, that grant would be valued at approximately…
A new alarming development has emerged involving a PIA flight attendant who has reportedly gone missing in Canada, marking the 14th such incident concerning the national carrier’s flights to Toronto. Noor Sher, a member of the crew on flight PK 781 bound for Toronto, did not return as expected, further adding to the troubling series…