Museum of the Future Shutting Down Sept 1 for a Complete Revamp
If you’ve been meaning to catch the current exhibits at Dubai‘s Museum of the Future, your window to walk through the halls is down to a matter of days.
The landmark attraction announced via social media that it will temporarily close its doors starting September 1, kicking off a comprehensive overhaul that will replace every major exhibition inside the building.
Work gets underway immediately on a brand-new visitor journey, bringing next-generation interactive experiences designed to explore the challenges and opportunities of the decades ahead. The refreshed space is scheduled to reopen in the first quarter of 2027, coinciding directly with the institution’s fifth anniversary.
Residents and international visitors have already helped shape what comes next. More than 1,000 public suggestions poured in through the museum’s social media platforms, drawing ideas from contributors across different countries and disciplines.
As Mohammad Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Museum of the Future, has noted, the venue is built to explore what tomorrow can become through knowledge and imagination rather than simply documenting the past. This upcoming refresh operates on that same model, keeping the physical space aligned with fast-moving scientific and technological shifts.
Current displays remain open until the closure takes effect at the start of next month, giving families and tourists a final few days to explore the existing setup before the overhaul begins.
Small October Service Set for Jang Dong yoon Marriage
Private October Service Set for Jang Dong-yoon and Kim Seung-yoon
Actor Jang Dong-yoon personally broke the news to his followers yesterday, sharing a handwritten letter on Instagram to confirm his upcoming marriage to actress Kim Seung-yoon this October.
Rather than letting the announcement surface through secondary channels, the actor chose to address fans directly. His agency, BH Entertainment, subsequently verified the plans, confirming that the couple will hold a small, quiet ceremony structured as a worship service with only their immediate families in attendance.
Inside the Private Ceremony
The couple's shared history spans years of personal and professional collaboration. Kim Seung-yoon's screen credits include *The Tale of Nokdu*, *Please Be My Ear*, and *The Yeast*, a project directed by Jang Dong-yoon himself.
In his letter, Jang reflected on how their bond developed over an extended period together, noting that understanding each other in various contexts led them to build a joint life as close confidants. He acknowledged that the timing might surprise his supporters, but asked for their warmth and continued encouragement as both actors move into this next phase.
For followers expecting a grand celebrity spectacle, the format will be intentionally understated. The family-only worship service keeps the occasion strictly off the public grid, focusing entirely on a quiet gathering between both households rather than an industry event.
Ajman digital contract cancellation launched via Tasdeeq
Ajman Digital Contract Cancellation Now Instant Without Paperwork
Residents and businesses across Ajman handling municipal paperwork just caught a notable break. The Ajman Municipality and Planning Department has rolled out a unified system called Tasdeeq to handle the cancellation of all types of digital contracts.
If you've previously waited on desk reviews for routine contract closures, this new setup skips the bottleneck entirely. The automated service lets both parties approve cancellations online, pushing requests straight to instant completion. It completely removes the need for physical paperwork, manual staff reviews, or extra administrative sign-offs.
US$103,265 H-1B Visa Fee Moves Toward Permanent Status
US$103,265 H-1B Visa Fee Proposal Targets Skilled Hiring Costs
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has published a proposed rule to permanently set the H-1B visa fee at US$103,265, radically shifting the financial math for employers hiring skilled foreign professionals. Published in the Federal Register on Monday, the measure could see final approval by the end of the year.
This move formalizes and expands upon an executive order issued last year by President Donald Trump. Previously, bringing in talent for specialized fields like technology, engineering, research, and education cost employers between US$2,000 and US$5,000 in standard filing fees. The H-1B programme issues 65,000 visas annually, alongside an extra 20,000 reserved for applicants holding advanced degrees.
Who Faces the New Costs
The proposed regulation casts a much wider net than the previous temporary executive order. While the earlier emergency measure bypassed foreign nationals already inside the U.S. on student visas, who make up a massive slice of new recipients, and generally spared visa renewals, this new text targets a broader category of applicants.
For companies and LLC operators relying on international talent pipelines, the change represents an exponential cost increase per hire.
Legal Hurdles and Court Battles
The push for permanence arrives amid heavy courtroom pushback. A federal judge blocked the administration from collecting the fee in June, ruling it unlawful. That decision sits under review at a federal appeals court, while separate lawsuits mounted by business groups, Democratic-led states, unions, and employers continue to wind through other courts. Opponents argue that executive authority over entry restrictions doesn't stretch far enough to override the statutory framework governing the H-1B programme.
| H-1B Visa Financial & Cap Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Previous Standard Fees | US$2,000 to US$5,000 |
| Proposed Permanent Fee | US$103,265 |
| Annual General Visa Cap | 65,000 visas |
| Advanced Degree Reserve Cap | 20,000 visas |
Strait of Hormuz mines cleared by US Navy, Trump warns Iran
US Navy Clears Strait of Hormuz Mines as Trump Issues Warning to Iran
All naval mines within the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz were removed or detonated by the United States Navy, President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday. Commercial shipping operators and global energy markets face heightened stakes as military forces enforce a strict zero-tolerance policy across the vital corridor.
Trump stated on Truth Social that the US Navy informed him of the complete removal and detonation of all mines in the international passage. He warned that Iranian authorities had been notified that any ship or boat caught placing new mines would face immediate and systematic destruction by US forces.
Operations in the strategic waterway remain under intensive observation. Trump added that Space Force capabilities were monitoring every square inch of the strait, linking the surveillance to previous tracking of "Pickaxe Mountain" and three other destroyed nuclear sites.
The clearance initiative follows a series of security incidents affecting commercial traffic in the region. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported that a bulk carrier attempting to leave the strait last Tuesday was struck by an unidentified projectile, resulting in one casualty and damage to its engine room. That incident marked the eighth vessel attack recorded by the UKMTO in the waterway for the month.
Disruptions have heavily impacted energy flows through the passage, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. Provisional Vortexa data cited by Reuters showed oil transits through the corridor stood at approximately 5 million barrels per day on Monday, down sharply from more than 20 million barrels per day before the war.
Dolly Parton Dies at 80 Following Health Treatment
Country Music Icon Dolly Parton Passes Away at Age 80
Country music icon Dolly Parton passed away peacefully at age 80 on August 25, 2026. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, confirmed her death, ending a six-decade career that transformed global entertainment and affected millions of fans, musicians, and charitable organizations worldwide.
Passing Follows Canceled Las Vegas Shows and Ongoing Health Treatments
Parton’s death follows a public announcement in May that she was canceling a scheduled Las Vegas show to undergo health treatments. Her passing also comes amid recent personal tragedy for the family, following the death of her older brother, Coy "Denver" Parton.
Born on January 19, 1946, Parton built an entertainment empire spanning music, film, and business. Famous for solo classics such as "9 to 5" and "Jolene," she also expanded her career as an actress, playwright, author, and businesswoman, notably founding the Dollywood theme park alongside numerous global humanitarian initiatives.
