Author: Rini S Akkara

The falcon, which is very important to Emirati culture, occupies the middle of the United Arab Emirates national logo. The falcon represents the UAE nation’s strength, courage and unity. Officially adopted on December 9, 1973, two years after the nation’s founding, the symbol has since become one of the UAE’s most recognizable icons, depicting the country’s ancient traditions and modern dreams. The United Arab Emirates emblem displays a golden falcon. Also called the Hawk of Quraish, this falcon is a quintessential symbol of nobility and leadership of the Arab world. The emblem also consists of a UAE flag with a…

It is a cliche to describe parenting as the most important job in the world, but it is a justifiable one. Parents are the pillars of a child’s existence, molding their most important lessons in love, trust, and comprehension. Parents construct the pillars of relationships, attitude, and behavior habits that will last a lifetime. How prudently they steer the stormy seas of childhood determines how assuredly their children will navigate adulthood. From infant protection and nourishment to emotional stimulation, brain development in a child during the initial years relies specifically on parental nurturing and guidance. The strength of positive parenting…

Dubai: Nestled in the hub of Dubailand, the Dubai Miracle Garden stands as a stunning homage to human creativity, environmental innovation, and the magic of nature. Covering over 72,000 square meters, this flowery heaven holds the record as the world’s largest natural flower garden, puffing more than 50 million flowers and 250 million plants that transform the arid desert into a stunning sea of color each year. A blooming vision in the desert Established on Valentine’s Day in 2013, the Miracle Garden was born from a bold idea to initiate a luxuriant oasis in the depths of the desert. Conceived…

World Heart Day 2025, themed ‘Don’t miss a beat,’ is a stark reminder that heart disease is no longer solely a matter for the elderly. Sudden cardiac events are increasingly taking the lives of young adults, often without warning. Experts warn that fine signs are often missed, and immediate action through awareness, lifestyle changes, and punctual medical care is vital to prevent these tragic losses. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a sudden upset in the heart’s electrical activity, can hit even apparently healthy individuals. Heart attacks remain the most common trigger, but genetic conditions, structural heart abnormalities, and infections are also…

As conflicts, inequality, and tension have shaped today’s world, the International Day of Peace provides an opportunity to reaffirm humanity’s shared responsibility in building a future free from violence. Observed every year on September 21, the day calls on individuals, communities, and nations to turn words into action and function collectively toward lasting peace. The theme for International Day of Peace 2025 is ‘Act Now for a Peaceful World’. Marking its annual observance, the United Nations is encouraging people everywhere to take substantial steps for peace, from speaking out against violence and discrimination to fostering respect and celebrating diversity. “Peace…

United States: The United States experienced the deadliest terrorist attack in contemporary history on September 11, 2001, in a series of well-planned suicide attacks that stunned the world and altered international security. 19 members of the al-Qaeda, a terrorist group founded by Osama bin Laden, took control of four commercial aircraft. Within minutes of one another, two aircraft struck the World Trade Centre twin towers in New York City: The United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower at 9:03 am, and the American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower at 8:46 am. In less than two hours, both…