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TEXAS CITY — Six people have been found dead inside a cargo train boxcar in Texas city, officials said on Sunday. The bodies were found in a Union Pacific train at a rail yard in Laredo, around 160 miles south of San Antonio, just after 3:30 p.m. local time, CNN reported quoting Jose Espinoza, a public information officer with the Laredo Police Department. The circumstances of their deaths are unknown, said Laredo police spokesperson Joe Baeza. An investigation is underway. Union Pacific operates across the border and is the only railroad that services all access points into Mexico, according to…

If you’re a matcha enthusiast or new to the Japanese drink and a bit apprehensive, this one’s for you. Ahead of World Matcha Day, we’re calling out matcha girlies — or anyone who wants to play around with their daily caffeine fix a little. From creamy, dessert-like blends to clean, ceremonial-style pours, matcha in Dubai has evolved far beyond the basic latte. So, whether you like yours sweet, earthy, experimental or traditional, here are some of the best spots worth seeking out right now. Toby’s Estate (Multiple locations across Dubai) Toby’s Estate has built a cult following for its matcha…

 The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has signed an investment agreement with the National Company for Learning and Education (NCLE) to lease, operate, and develop an educational complex in AlUla through Trbyh Namouthajyah Schools, with the aim of contributing to enhancing the quality of education and expanding educational options for AlUla students. The agreement reflects RCU’s strategic focus on promoting high-quality investment across various sectors, including education, which is regarded as a cornerstone of sustainable development. Investment in educational infrastructure serves as a key driver for building human capital and creating an environment attractive for living and working. The agreement also…

CyberKnight recently announced a strategic distribution agreement with DomainTools, a global leader in Internet intelligence and domain-based threat detection, to bring advanced threat hunting solutions to the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region. DomainTools’ solutions, including Iris Detect, Iris Investigate, and DNSDB, leverage over 23 years of historical DNS and domain data for predictive threat intelligence. According to Gartner, global spending on threat intelligence services is projected to reach $13.5 billion by 2026, underscoring DomainTools’ position as a Forrester-recognised leader in digital risk protection. META organisations face escalating domain-based threats, with phishing attacks leveraging lookalike domains surging 150% in…

RIYADH — Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call on Monday from his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi. During the Prince’s call with Aragchi, the two ministers discussed the latest developments in the ongoing Pakistani-mediated diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States and exchanged views on the matter. Source: Saudi Gazette

DUBAI — Iran on Monday issued one of its strongest warnings to Europe yet over reported plans to deploy naval forces near the Strait of Hormuz, as details of Tehran’s response to the latest US proposal emerged with significant gaps remaining between the two sides. The warning comes amid reports that the United Kingdom and France are considering increased naval activity to protect shipping routes, while Iran insists it alone has the right to secure the strait. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said European nations should “refrain from making any move that would undermine their interests,” arguing that any military…

At seven, she should have been playing with dolls. Instead, she sat in a dermatology clinic, staring at her swollen, infected fingertips. The cause? A glossy adult nail polish. She had seen it on a short video, copied the routine, and applied it to her own small hands. What followed was nine months of treatment for a bacterial and fungal infection no child her age should have ever known. “Not a month goes by without a similar case crossing my clinic,” says Dr Salem Antabi, a specialist dermatologist at SkinMed Medical Centre, with over 30 years of clinical experience. Stay…

Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call today from Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Abbas Araghchi, during which they discussed the latest developments related to the Pakistani mediation and ongoing diplomatic talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, exchanging views on the matter. Source: Riyadh Daily

Abu Dhabi — The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), in collaboration with its national strategic cybersecurity partner CPX Holding, a leading provider of cutting-edge cyber and physical security solutions and services, today announced the launch of the ‘UAE Cyber Factory’. The landmark initiative, unveiled at the fifth edition of the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ exhibition, is a decisive step toward strengthening the nation’s digital leadership and reinforcing its cyber sovereignty.   The initiative is set to enhance the country’s ability to anticipate, detect and respond to increasingly sophisticated attacks targeting both institutions and individuals. With more than 800,000 daily cyberattacks…

RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Health explained the process for booking Hajj vaccines through the Sehhaty application. The ministry noted that the booking process is completed through specific steps within the application, starting with reviewing the beneficiary’s health status, then booking a new appointment or selecting an available one. This will be followed by confirming the appointment, selecting an adult vaccination clinic, and completing the remaining steps until final booking confirmation, ensuring the process is completed in an organized and efficient manner. The ministry affirmed Sehhaty’s role as a unified digital platform that enables pilgrims to complete their health…