Smallpox was responsible for the deaths of an estimated 500 million people worldwide during the 20th century,. Web Desk February 3, 2026 Health experts have expressed concern that smallpox, one of the deadliest diseases in human history, could become a potential cause of a future global pandemic. Smallpox, known in medical science as Variola virus, was officially eradicated worldwide in …

As winter sets in, many people tend to reduce their physical activity, often spending most of their time indoors. However, health experts warn that neglecting exercise during the colder months can have serious consequences for both physical and mental well-being. Lower temperatures, reduced sunlight, and decreased movement can slow down the body’s metabolism, leading to fatigue and lethargy. This natural …

The digital sphere has been set ablaze by viral rumors linking Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal with Bigg Boss 13 fame Shefali Bagga, following their recent outing in Mumbai. The speculation reached a fever pitch after AI-generated posters, parodying the film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, surfaced online featuring Chahal alongside Bagga, his ex-wife Dhanashree Verma and RJ Mahvash. While the cricketer …

India’s Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered an unusually sharp rebuke to Meta, warning that it would not allow the social media giant to “play with the right to privacy” of Indian users, as judges questioned how WhatsApp monetizes personal data. The comments were made as Meta appealed a penalty imposed over WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy. The judges repeatedly asked the …

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Hazza bin Zayed reviews key strategic plans for cultural, tourism projects in Al Ain Region Source link

The price of gold increased by Rs24,000 per tola, taking the new rate to Rs514,362 per tola nationwide. Web Desk February 3, 2026 KARACHI: After a period of continuous decline, gold prices have surged sharply across Pakistan, rising by tens of thousands of rupees in a single day. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Association (APGJA), the price …

Like some sort of corporate Russian doll, SpaceX has announced its acquisition of xAI. The merger will “form the most ambitious, vertically integrated innovation engine on (and off) Earth,” according to, well, owner Elon Musk. The AI company, arguably best known for its ongoing CSAM-generating chatbot controversy, might seem like a strange fit for a rocket company. But SpaceX is …

The automotive industry has struggled to adopt hydrogen at scale, but industrial users and data centers might have better luck. Vema Hydrogen inked a deal in December to supply California data centers, and now it has completed a pilot project in Quebec to power industry with hydrogen that it produces deep underground. The startup drills wells in regions with specific …

Special Olympics UAE concludes basketball programme with Japan’s Alvark Tokyo Source link

The road to the summit of age-group cricket has reached its penultimate stage as the International Cricket Council (ICC) officially confirmed the match officials for the high-stakes semi-finals of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. With four of the world’s most promising youth teams remaining in the hunt for the prestigious silverware, the Emirates ICC International Panels of …

Dubai Games names partners, Gold Sponsors for 2026 edition Source link

Pakistan, Azerbaijan pledge stronger naval and defence ties Source link

Imran Khan’s eye condition required injection rather than surgery, says Law Minister Tarar Source link

Dubai customs celebrates Kuwaiti brothers with a unique welcome during “UAE and Kuwait forever brothers” week Source link