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World's longest expressway tunnel opens to traffic in China's Xinjiang region

World's longest expressway tunnel opens to traffic in China's Xinjiang region

The 22.13-km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, the world's longest expressway tunnel, officially opened to traffic, Xinhua News Agency reported on Saturday. Traversing the central...

27 Dec 2025
Stunning image of ‘Christmas Tree cluster’ captured in Abu Dhabi

Stunning image of ‘Christmas Tree cluster’ captured in Abu Dhabi

After 35 hours of filming over more than a month, Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory, located in Abu Dhabi desert, managed to capture a...

24 Dec 2025
Heartwarming stories surface at ‘Hatta Unites Us’ festival

Heartwarming stories surface at ‘Hatta Unites Us’ festival

 At the heart of the Hatta region, the ‘Hatta Unites Us’ festival continues to highlight inspiring stories of home-based entrepreneurs who represent a...

24 Dec 2025
Saudi Arabia witnesses rare snowfall for first time in 30 years

Saudi Arabia witnesses rare snowfall for first time in 30 years

Snow has blanketed several regions across Saudi Arabia for the first time in 30 years, transforming the desert-framed mountains into a striking winter...

22 Dec 2025
Dubai to welcome 2026 with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations

Dubai to welcome 2026 with 48 fireworks displays across 40 locations

Dubai is preparing to usher in the New Year 2026 with an extensive programme of fireworks displays, to be held under the direct...

19 Dec 2025
Sharjah to ring in 2026 with fireworks at three locations

Sharjah to ring in 2026 with fireworks at three locations

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in collaboration with Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced a comprehensive New Year’s...

19 Dec 2025
Giant lanterns light up Christmas in Philippines

Giant lanterns light up Christmas in Philippines

In the Christmas-mad Philippines, thousands cheer as hand-crafted lanterns towering six metres high light up the night sky in San Fernando, northwest of...

19 Dec 2025
Sharjah Classic Car Festival to begin on Jan.22

Sharjah Classic Car Festival to begin on Jan.22

Sharjah Old Cars Club announced the third edition of the Sharjah Classic Car Festival, running from Jan.22 to 25, 2026 under the theme...

13 Dec 2025