Weinan: Archaeologists have discovered more than 100 Palaeolithic sites in Weinan, located in Shaanxi Province, northwest China, as part of a year-long survey conducted under the province’s fourth cultural heritage census. According to Emirates News Agency, the findings provide crucial evidence of early human development in the region and significantly enhance academic understanding of early human history and cultural patterns in the Guanzhong Plain, historically considered the heart of ancient China. Weinan has a long-standing archaeological significance related to the Palaeolithic period, including major discoveries such as the Lantian Man and Dali Man fossils in the 1960s and 1970s. Since

Honolulu: American planetary scientists have ruled out the existence of the hypothetical ninth planet, commonly referred to as “Planet X”, in 75 percent of the sky regions where it was previously believed to exist. According to Emirates News Agency, the findings follow an extensive survey of the outer solar system using the PAN-STARRS1 telescope in Hawaii, with results published on the preprint server arXiv.org. Led by Matthew Holman of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, the team conducted one of the broadest searches to date for planet-sized bodies in distant regions of the solar system. The study identified 692 small celestial

Indian Ocean: A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck the Indian Ocean on Saturday. According to Emirates News Agency, The quake occurred at 23:20 GMT, with its epicentre located at a depth of 10 kilometres. There have been no immediate reports of material damage or casualties resulting from the earthquake.

Abu Dhabi: Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, affirmed the UAE’s ongoing commitment to protecting ocean ecosystems and enhancing their sustainability as a vital resource at both the national and global levels. On World Oceans Day, Dr. Al Dahak highlighted the essential role oceans play in regulating climate, providing sustenance, and supporting ecosystems, while acknowledging the unprecedented challenges they face. According to Emirates News Agency, Dr. Al Dahak emphasized the UAE’s dedication to addressing issues such as climate change impacts, unsustainable fishing practices, and pollution. She noted the UAE’s significant efforts in mangrove preservation

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) organised the ‘Eid Joy’ initiative, which brought together well-behaved inmates of correctional and rehabilitation centres with their families in a festive atmosphere on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. According to Emirates News Agency, this initiative is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen family ties and instill positive values, reflecting a reform-oriented approach that focuses on rehabilitation and preparing inmates for reintegration into society. The initiative is part of a series of programmes carried out by the Judicial Department within its strategic vision aimed at developing the correction and rehabilitation system and empowering

Paris: Fr©d©rique Dupuy, Deputy Director-General of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) for France, has emphasised the urgent need for governments, labour unions, and employers to revive mechanisms of social dialogue-not merely as tools for crisis management, but as a strategic path toward building more just and cohesive societies in the face of accelerating global challenges. According to Emirates News Agency, Dupuy highlighted the importance of restoring genuine dialogue at all levels between ILO member states and representatives of workers and employers. She asserted that such dialogue is the most effective and sustainable path to addressing the growing social crises shaping

Dubai: The Museum of the Future announced a new series of events and interactive workshops for the month of June. Aimed at enhancing creative skills, championing wellness, and offering interactive learning experiences across various fields, these programmes are in line with the museum’s ongoing commitment to nurturing innovation, unlocking creative potential, and exploring pioneering ideas that shape the future. According to Emirates News Agency, on 15th June, the museum will host the ‘Becoming Visual Storytellers Workshop’, a two-hour session from 11:00 to 13:00. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the future of creative career paths. Participants will be

Hodeidah: The Humanitarian Action Cell (HAC), with the support of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has implemented the Eid Clothing Project for the fifth consecutive year in Yemen’s Hodeidah and Taiz governorates. According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative aims to provide Eid garments to 35,000 families, including the poor, the sick, orphans, and displaced persons in both regions.