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A tour through history's ugliest hairstyles

Each generation inevitably cringes at their past fashion choices, and for a good reason! Our proudest moments often morph into the most cringe-worthy fashion faux pas as time passes. Take a trip down memory lane with us and pay homage to some of the most regrettable hairstyles in history, ranging from ancient monks to '80s rock stars. Simply click through the gallery to begin your journey.


Cool Down in Style With These Must-Visit Waterparks in the Middle East

By Ghalia Taman Whether you are gently floating down a lazy river or experiencing an adrenaline-pumping drop on a speed slide, nothing beats hitting up a waterpark in the scorching hot days of summer. To cool off, have fun, and get that dose of energy, these are the waterparks across the region that deserve a visit:Home to over 40 iconic rides, this is Abu Dhabi’s leading waterpark. It boasts everything from its 10-story Jebel Drop, where you’ll...


Video: Sharjah builds 4 new stunning mosques at one junction

The mosques are nestled between the residential towers and surrounding the famous junction – previously known as Al Khan Bridge


Top Apps for Cheap Flights

Who does not love booking cheap flights!If you love to travel always and explore new cities and cultures, you need to learn some tips and tricks on how to find cheap flights.If you are looking for affordability and flexibility, you should check which application/websites is best for flight booking and learn to apply useful tricks when you book your flights.In this article, we will share a list of top apps for cheap flights with you! Top Apps for...


Glastonbury fans complain as Coldplay are 15 minutes late to headline the Pyramid Stage before performing to 'biggest ever' crowd

Glastonbury fans complained Coldplay took to the Pyramid Stage 15 minutes late as they headlined the iconic festival on Saturday night.


The incredible Carolinas, America's feisty east coast twins

Each borders the other, but North Carolina and South Carolina are fiercely proud of their own identity. What they do share is a remarkable history, miles of pristine coastline, a beautifully stark and rugged interior, and genuinely warm, outgoing hospitality. But which twin to greet first? Browse the gallery for some great ideas on where to go and what to see.


Delhi Rains: Operations To Remain Suspended Today At Delhi Airport’s Terminal 1 After Roof Collapse Incident

Delhi Rains: Operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 1 (T1) will remain suspended on Saturday following the canopy collapse incident yesterday after monsoon arrived with a fury in the national capital. Notably, the collapse impacted approximately 200 daily flights which include arrivals and departures. The heavy downpour on Friday led to several mishaps in the city including this roof collapse accident that killed a...


Today's best photos: From a sleeping polar bear to anti-far-right protests

The National picks the most striking images from around the world


How to enjoy the world's incredible mountains without hiking boots

Be it cable car, cog railway or hairpin-bend drive, there are all sorts of exciting ways to experience many of the world’s most stunning mountains. Here are the best mountains you can experience without breaking a sweat.


Glastonbury Festival 2024 lineup, set times and clashfinder for each stage

Glastonbury Festival 2024 lineup, set times and clashfinder for each stage - Fans can now work out any tricky clashes between sets, and which stages their favourite artists are playing


What's it REALLY like inside British Airways' poshest cabins? It's an £11,000 first-class seat vs an £8k business berth as we film flights between London Heathrow and New York in the carrier's top two suites to find out

On flights between Heathrow's T5 and JFK Ted Thornhill discovers a world of suites big enough for four, Champagne worth £160 ($200) a bottle and service with a sincere smile...


Second Maqom International Art Forum pays glowing tributes to great Muslim poets and scholars

Ashraf SiddiquiZaamin, UzbekistanThe second Maqom International Art Forum, an initiative of Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, commenced with glowing tribunes to great Muslim poets and scholars amid a colourful mega opening ceremony in Uzbekistan’s city of Zaamin Town on Thursday. The unique initiative by Uzbek president is aimed at preserving musical heritage, and the culture of the region and of Muslim world as well as local values and...


Swedish city offers land for sale at price of a coffee cup

ALBAWABA - Authorities in a Swedish city are selling around thirty pieces of land for an astonishingly cheap price - only 9 US cents per square meter, the price of a cup of coffee – in an unexpected attempt to boost the area's housing market.Tucked away in Yotuna, a little village 200 miles southwest of Stockholm, these properties have been empty for years in spite of several efforts to find purchasers. According to Mayor Johan Manson, the...


I was nervous when my teenagers started dating. I learned to set simple expectations and allow room for mistakes.

Mom shares the best parenting advice she's received about teens and dating. Show interest in who your teenager is dating and allow room for mistakes.


Glastonbury 2024: Rumoured Coldplay special guests and there are some huge names

Speculation is mounting as to who could be Coldplay's special guests tonight ahead of their headline show at Worthy Farm, with a number of big names rumoured to join Chris Martin and the rest of the band on stage


Glastonbury Festival secret set announced as 00s rock band confirms appearance

Kasabian have taken to social media to confirm their surprise appearance at Glastonbury this year - which marks their first performance since the departure of frontman Tom Meighan in 2020


Emirates steps into court as Official Airline Partner of Wimbledon

DUBAI, 28th June, 2024 (WAM) -- Emirates steps onto the court for the first time as Official Airline Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon. Taking place from 1st to 14th July at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, the airline is set to serve world-class action throughout The Championships.To mark its grand debut – the airline has unveiled a special A380 livery featuring the iconic Wimbledon logo placed in between two sporting silhouettes in...


TV shows you didn't know were filmed in Canada

Much of the popular television scene in North America revolves around the United States, with cities like New York and Los Angeles dominating the screen. Little did you know, however, that many of your favorite shows were shot outside of the US! Click through this gallery to find out which shows—and stars—were filmed in Canada.


UAE airlines' flights not affected in Indian airport terminal closure

Travellers, however, are urged to allot extra time for check-in procedures as congestion is expected at the airport


Riyadh Air and Ashi Studio revive golden age of air travel with couture cabin fashion

“Because we’re a start-up, we don’t have a legacy, which in situations like this is an absolute gift,” said Riyadh Air chief executive Tony Douglas at the Paris unveiling of the airline’s cabin crew uniforms, created by Saudi haute couture designer Mohammed Ashi. The reveal at Monnaie de Paris in Pont Neuf, at the epicentre of the city’s haute cout...


Coldplay thrill Glastonbury with record-breaking set

Coldplay thrill Glastonbury with record-breaking set - The band are headlining the Pyramid Stage for the fifth time.


Glastonbury 2024: Watch BBC News' Ros Atkins play drum and bass set during festival debut

Ros Atkins made his Glastonbury debut at Worthy Farm this afternoon, spinning a drum and bass remix of the BBC News theme after a 'slightly crazy 24 hours'


Qatar Museums Announce Permanent Changes to Opening Hours

Qatar Museums (QM) has unveiled permanent changes to the operating hours of its major cultural institutions, aimed at enhancing public access, promoting evening programs, and ensuring the optimal care and maintenance of collections. These new hours, effective from July 1, 2024, will be implemented a


The Golden Tee World Championships are going on in Las Vegas — and the purse is significant

Who among us hasn't thrown a few quarters in a Golden Tee machine while trying to impress friends with our knowledge of world courses, right? Well, the stakes are a little higher than the next round of pints this weekend in Las Vegas as the Golden Tee World Championship…


Indigo Girls: It’s Only Life After All Eyes July 2024 Release; All We Know So Far

Indie filmmaker Alexandria Bombach directed the documentary It’s Only Life After All, which explores the career history of Indigo Girls, an American folk rock duo formed by Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. Their music has resonated with fans for nearly forty years, featuring such hits as Closer to Fine, Galileo, Power of Two, and Least Complicated. The ...


Glastonbury 2024: Coldplay make history with Michael J. Fox on stage as Tom Cruise watches on

Coldplay made history as they took to Glastonbury's stage as Saturday's headliners during the 2024 festival while celebrities including Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg and Gillian Anderson watched on


Fiji Airways to adopt American Airlines AAdvantage as its loyalty program

South Pacific airline Fiji Airways is planning to make American Airlines' AAdvantage reward program its official loyalty program sometime in 2025. Here's what to know.


Antarctic faces melting 'tipping point' as oceans warm: study

Antarctic faces melting 'tipping point' as oceans warm: study Scientists have discovered a new tipping point toward "runaway melting" of Antarctic ice sheets, caused by warm ocean water intruding between the ice and the land it sits on, according to a study published on Tuesday. "Increases in ocean temperature can lead to a tipping point being passed, beyond which ocean water intrudes in an unbounded manner beneath the ice sheet, via a process...


UNESCO finds Islamic State group-era bombs in Mosul mosque walls, years after the defeat of IS

UNESCO finds Islamic State group-era bombs in Mosul mosque walls, years after the defeat of IS - The U.N. cultural agency has discovered five bombs hidden within the walls of the historic al-Nouri Mosque in the city of Mosul in northern Iraq


People aren't spending like they used to and it's forcing companies like Nike and Walgreens to make drastic changes

American consumers are getting tighter with their wallets and pickier about deals, which means retailers should take cues from Walmart and Costco.


I’m Stocking Up on These Comfy Summer Staples From J.Crew for My Next Vacation — All Under $50

Shop everything from summer sandals to breezy dresses to swimsuits starting at just $8.


Revealed: America's 28 most mysterious places

Discover some of the most mysterious places around the US: from natural phenomena that can be explained by science to 'haunted' spots and mysteries that remain stubbornly – and spookily – unsolved...


Cute dogs attending this years Pride Parade in London

Cute dogs attending this years Pride Parade in London


Are these the world's most beautiful subway and metro stations?

There are a few train stations that hide exceptional design and art installations under city streets around the world. These are our pick of the 30 most beautiful subway and metro stations you NEED to see...


Coldplay break Glastonbury record with 2024 headline performance

Coldplay break Glastonbury record with 2024 headline performance - British band are about to become the kings of Worthy Farm


Canadian WestJet strike forces cancellation of 150 flights impacting 20,000 passengers

OTTAWA, 29th June, 2024 (WAM) -- Canadian airline WestJet announced it had cancelled 150 flights on Saturday— possibly affecting 20,000 travellers "with limited re-accommodation options available" — just hours after the airline's mechanics said they would strike."Additional cancellations are anticipated by Saturday morning if the strike is not called off, or intervention does not happen immediately," the company said in a release issued


European companies signing more than $42 billion worth of deals in Egypt, von der Leyen

CAIRO (Reuters) -EU companies are signing investment deals potentially worth more than 40 billion euros ($42.85 billion) with Egypt, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told an investment conference that opened on Saturday. The announcement of more than 20 new deals or MOUs with Egypt follows a 7.4 billion euro EU funding package and an upgraded relationship with the country that


Emirates defers planned A350 services to Middle East and Europe amid jet delivery delays

Emirates Airline, the world's biggest long-haul carrier, has said that it is postponing its deployment of new Airbus A350 aircraft because of delivery delays from the European plane maker, forcing schedule changes in the routes. The delay pushes back the A350's debut by nearly two months: Edinburgh will now become the first route to be served with ...


Fall in love with 30 wonderful waterfalls around the world

Here are some of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls, from Angel Falls in Venezuela to broad beauties like Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia - deep in rainforests and thick jungle or set against backdrops of dramatic cliffs and mountains...


‘Everybody feels amazing’: Georgia seek history against formidable Spain

On the outskirts of Velbert, a plain town south of the Ruhr renowned for manufacturing locks and hinges, something remarkable is stirring. Georgia are preparing for the biggest game in their country’s history, getting acquainted with their newfound fame as everyone’s favourite underdog. The IMS Arena, home to the local fifth-tier side, is off Industriestrasse, an iron foundry and recycling centre in view from the main stand as Willy Sagnol runs...


Indian Mom Dries Clothes On Balcony Of Dubai’s Palm Atlantis’; Hotel Reacts | WATCH

A viral video of an Indian mom drying clothes on the balcony of an ultra-luxurious hotel in Dubai has sparked a mix of amusement, criticism, and a response from the hotel itself. Instagram user identified as Pallavi Venkatesh, shot a video of her mom, who was drying clothes on the balcony of Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai. Venkatesh shared the video on her Instagram handle with the caption, “Moms just momming at Palm Atlantis.” As Venkatesh’s...


BBC makes huge change to Glastonbury live music coverage affecting millions

BBC Glastonbury 2024 is here, with over 200,000 people expected to descend on Worthy Farm for the UK's biggest music festival - and the BBC is bringing all the action to you


Urgent travel warning for Aussies heading to Bali

Australians looking to escape the winter chill in Bali have been given an urgent travel warning.


You're probably missing out on this international travel hack that saves time at the airport and costs nothing

Mobile Passport Control is a free alternative to Global Entry that allows passengers to skip customs lines with an app.


7 fabulous things to do in Dubai this weekend

Your ultimate weekend guide in Dubai, June 28 to 30, 2024. Focus on your fitness Veo, from Emaar Hospitality Group, is set to transform the fitness landscape with its holistic approach to wellness. The facilities also include Tennis and padel courts, a swimming pool, and various membership options to suit your needs. Everyone can experience […]


Qatar plans $5.5 Billion tourism development featuring massive theme park

ALBAWABA - Qatar is developing the $5.5 billion Simaisma tourist project, which will feature a theme park bigger than Walt Disney Co.'s Magic Kingdom, Bloomberg News reports.The Simaisma project, 40 minutes north of Doha, will occupy 8 million square meters (1,976 acres) over 7 kilometers of beaches. Bloomberg claims that it will include an 18-hole golf course, 300 villas, luxury resorts, a marina, beach club, and residential and business...


Human settlement close to big cat territory a risk for both: V P Singh Badnore

The former Punjab governor and wildlife expert was speaking at the Royal Ranthambore International Tiger Week in Sawaimadhopur, Rajasthan.


13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.


UAE's eastern region hit by summer rainstorm

A summer rainstorm hit an inland region of the UAE on Saturday. Hail fell on the rural eastern area where Abu Dhabi and Sharjah emirates meet Oman. The showers were brief, with isolated flooding reported in the towns of Showka and Filli. Reports showed the weather front had passed by late afternoon. The downpour was nowhere near the same scale as t...


Statement by the Official Spokesperson for the Royal Palace

Rabat - Here follows a statement by the Official Spokesperson for the Royal Palace:"In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate. May peace and blessings be upon the Prophet, His Kith and Kin The Official Spokesperson for the Royal Palace announces, with great sadness and deep sorrow, the passing of HRH Princess Lalla Latifa, may she rest in peace, on Saturday 22 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445 AH, corresponding to June 29, 2024, the Spouse of His...