The BOAC Rest House is part of the Al Mahatta Museum in Sharjah, UAE, which was the site of the first airport and hotel in the country.

UAE’s first hotel, 1932: BOAC rest house in Sharjah

Located on Sharjah’s historic airfield, it became a vital link in global aviation

Violence, arson, vandalism spark Nepal PM’s resignation

Plumes of smoke also covered Nepal's parliament as demonstrators set the building ablaze

A protester wearing a flak jacket and carrying a shield seized from police shouts slogans outside Singha Durbar, the administrative hub of Nepal’s government, during demonstrations against a social media ban and corruption in Kathmandu on Sept. 9, 2025.

Total lunar eclipse: Skywatchers marvel at Blood Moon

Witness the 2025 Blood Moon in a breathtaking celestial display

The full moon, also known as the ‘Blood Moon,’ is seen in Mexico City, during a lunar eclipse. Stargazers across a swathe of the world marvelled at a dramatic red ‘Blood Moon’ during a rare total lunar eclipse.

From fish rock to elephant rock: AlUla’s desert wonders

The deserts of AlUla continue to astonish visitors with timeless natural wonders

In Wadi Al-Fann, AlUla, stands one of Saudi Arabia’s most striking natural wonders — the Fish Rock. Nearly 200 meters long, the colossal sandstone formation resembles a giant sea creature stranded in the desert, captivating visitors with its surreal silhouette. When images first surfaced online, many speculated it was a fossilised prehistoric fish, sparking fascination and myth. Experts, however, point to erosion. According to the Royal Commission for AlUla, ancient rivers once shaped the rock as they flowed across Gondwana 500 million years ago. Today, Fish Rock remains a powerful symbol of AlUla’s timeless landscapes and geological heritage.

Look: Sharjah stadium's cricketing glory over the years

From Miandad’s last-ball six to Tendulkar’s heroics, Sharjah staged it all

Established in the early 1980s, Sharjah Cricket Stadium quickly became a pioneer in the region, being the first to introduce electronic scoreboards and later installing floodlights in 2002 to host day-night matches. Over four decades later, in 2025, the venue continues to thrive as a global cricket hub

Rijal Almaa: Saudi Arabia’s heritage jewel in Asir

Rijal Almaa restored under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, highlighting heritage and tourism

In the heart of the Asir mountains lies Rijal Almaa, one of the Kingdom’s most striking heritage villages and now a symbol of culture and tourism. Known for its stone architecture and colourful decorative patterns, the village preserves centuries of history while welcoming visitors from around the world.

Xi, Putin and Kim at China's military parade

The event marking 80 years since Japan's defeat in World War II

Chinese President Xi Jinping has appeared alongside Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un on Wednesday for a once-a-decade military parade that will unveil new weapons and showcase Beijing's diplomatic clout.

Onam in UAE: Gatherings get grander through the years

Keralites mark Onam with floral carpets, festive meals and colourful cultural events

For decades, Onam has united the Malayali community in the UAE in a colourful blend of tradition and expatriate spirit. What began as small family gatherings in the late 1970s and 1980s has grown into one of the most anticipated cultural celebrations on the expatriate calendar. Above, members of the Indian community celebrate Onam with artistic performances and traditional festivities at Al Nasr Leisureland in Dubai, August 17, 2007.

Redheads unite: Thousands gather at Dutch festival

Started in 2005 by Bart Rouwenhorst, the festival has grown into a vibrant celebration

A participant wears a crown at Roodharigendag (Redhead Day) in Tilburg, Netherlands, where thousands of natural redheads from over 80 countries gathered to celebrate the world’s largest festival of red hair.

Sharjah Library marks 100 years of knowledge, culture

From Sharjah Fort in 1925 to six branches today, SPL celebrates a century of learning

Sharjah Library 100 years: From Fort origins to cultural landmark

Pakistan floods displace 250,000, affect 1.2 million

Floods have killed more than 800 people in Pakistan since late June

Rescuers in boats raced through submerged villages in Pakistan’s Punjab province on Thursday after three major rivers—the Ravi, Sutlej and Chenab—burst their banks for the first time in 38 years, displacing nearly 250,000 people and affecting 1.2 million others.

Wildlife Photographer 2025 reveals stunning first shots

Striking wildlife photos highlight humanity’s bond with nature before winners are named

The first images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 competition have been unveiled by London’s Natural History Museum, chosen from a record 60,636 entries worldwide. From a lion facing down a cobra in the Serengeti to magnified mould spores in a British woodland, the photographs capture the diversity, beauty, and fragility of the natural world. The powerful selection highlights humanity’s relationship with nature, offering a striking preview ahead of the winners’ announcement on 14 October 2025. Above, “Rutting Call” — A red deer stag stands tall in Bradgate Park, Leicestershire. Captured by UK photographer Jamie Smart, the image was highly commended in the under-10s category of the 2025 Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards.

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