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Sri Lanka, long famed for its rich gem heritage, has introduced what is being described as the world’s largest purple star sapphire. The massive gemstone was revealed at a special event. Industry experts, collectors and officials are highlighting the nation’s ongoing prominence in the international gemstone market. The exquisite gem has captured headlines worldwide due to its size, colour and …

NASA has successfully moved the Artemis II rocket to the launch pad. This marks a major milestone in the mission to return humans to the Moon. The move follows the successful uncrewed Artemis I flight. First Crewed Mission of the Artemis Program Artemis II will be the first crewed mission of the program. Astronauts will travel around the Moon and …

The United Arab Emirates has been able to speed up the process of becoming one of the most appealing destinations of global talent, entrepreneurs, and high-growth startups in the world. The UAE is unlike an economy which is motivated by short term incentives; the government has a well defined and supported national blueprint that guides policy, infrastructure and lifestyle to …

The news of former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan engagement has swept social media, with Shikhar formally announcing the engagement to Sophie Shine in an emotional post on Instagram. The photo was posted on Monday viral, and the couple is flaunting the engagement rings, which represents the new stage in their life. The news spread fast and fans, other cricketers and …

Isra Miʿraj is among the richest and spiritually notable events in Islamic history. It is celebrated on the 15th of Ramadan because this day marks the miraculous night journey and ascension of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). That event is associated with the divine force, the faith, when there is no human limitation, and the spiritual unity between people …

Timely performance is also among the most critical indicators in the global aviation industry that directly determines passenger satisfaction, airline credibility, and operational efficiency. In January 2026, a survey conducted by Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review, dated 2026, running on over 1.8 million flights in the world, found the Most Punctual Airlines. On-time flights were those that arrived within 15 …

AirAsia has started 2026 with a bang among the budget travelers with the introduction of new routes to Vietnam with promotional fares as low as AirAsia P888. The low-cost carrier is increasing its international presence by flying Manila to two of the most destination-friendly destinations of Vietnam, namely, Hanoi and Da Nang. The announcement will appeal to the leisure travelers, …

Gerard Butler is returning officially to Greenland 2, the follow-up to the 2020 disaster thriller that caught people off guard with its down-to-earth, emotional approach to an extinction-level scenario. The former Greenland was a survival in the aftermath of a disastrous comet attack, of a stereotypical family that was struggling to survive as society fell apart around them. In Greenland …

In early 2026, the news shook the whole world when a long-established beauty queen and actress, Melanie Marquez, publicly disclosed years of so-called abuse in her marriage. Having spent over twenty years with her husband Randy Lawyer, whom she refers to as Adam, Marquez eventually opened up and narrated allegations that included physical abuse, emotional and financial coercion. Her confessions, …

Thai Airways implements A321neo on its main route of Bangkok-Singapore to introduce a modern style of the premium long-haul experience to short routes, similar to how the Airbus A380 on World’s Busiest International Route redefined passenger comfort on high-demand corridors. Its fully flat Business Class beds, 4K entertainment screens and blazing Wi-Fi fast speeds now place passengers in the comfort …