Pakistan said a 6.2 earthquake struck late Friday from Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush, shaking several cities as eight deaths were reported in Kabul.
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A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Ibaraki, shaking Tokyo and eastern Japan, while authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim held talks in Abu Dhabi on regional developments, security, maritime risks and stability.
WTO ministers ended talks without renewing the digital tariff moratorium, leaving e-commerce duties unresolved and reform work unfinished.
A new child online safety rule in Indonesia now blocks under-16 users from accounts on low-risk social platforms, while rollout questions remain.
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Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi will open its latest expansion on April 4, adding 11 new attractions and lifting the waterpark to more than 70 experiences.
Emirates says it expects to restore its full flight network within days as regional airspace reopens, expanding services from Dubai on a phased schedule.
Etihad Airways resumed a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi on March 6, restoring select international routes through March 19 and issuing travel guidance.
Air Arabia will launch daily non-stop flights between Sharjah and Rome Fiumicino on July 1, 2026, using Airbus A320neo aircraft, with tickets on sale.
Health
DR Congo has ended its national mpox emergency after two years, with officials reporting sharply lower weekly cases while surveillance stays in place.
Technology
Jensen Huang says companies will favor workers who use AI well, as Nvidia pushes a broader message that AI fluency is becoming a workplace advantage.
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Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
