Travel

Paris Cancels New Year’s Eve Celebrations on Champs-Élysées Over Security Concerns


Paris has officially cancelled its iconic New Year’s Eve celebrations on the Champs-Élysées for December 31, 2025, citing serious security concerns. Authorities said the risks linked to crowd control and public safety were too high to proceed with the traditional festivities.

International

Indian Expat Anilkumar Bolla Wins Record Dh100 Million UAE Lottery Jackpot


Anilkumar Bolla, a 29-year-old Indian expat based in Abu Dhabi, has become the UAE’s newest multimillionaire after winning a record-breaking Dh100 million (over ₹240 crore) in the Lucky Day Draw. The life-changing prize is the largest ever in UAE Lottery history — and completely tax-free.

International

Denmark Zoo Under Fire for Asking Public to Donate Small Pets as Predator Food


A zoo in Denmark has stirred global controversy after urging the public to donate unwanted small pets—such as rabbits and guinea pigs—to be used as live or dead feed for its carnivorous animals. The move, aimed at "natural feeding practices," has sparked ethical debates and backlash from animal rights activists.