The BRICS Business Council has announced plans to establish a logistics hub in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a decision that could significantly reshape global trade dynamics among its member nations and
In a revealing exposé by Wired, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed al Nahyan—an enigmatic figure who blends the traits of a spymaster, tech entrepreneur, and fitness enthusiast—has emerged as one of the most
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As former President Donald Trump begins his second term, Rolling Stone reports that America’s wealthiest elites have abandoned even the pretense of caring about social justice, democracy, or the vulnerable. Monday’s inauguration,
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Google is doubling down on its efforts to compete in the generative AI race with a fresh $1 billion investment in Anthropic, a fast-growing artificial intelligence start-up. According to the Financial Times
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Leader of the House and Minister Bimal Ratnayake defended the legality of liquor licenses issued by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, asserting that they cannot be revoked without significant legal repercussions. The remarks came
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Tech billionaire Elon Musk has sparked widespread condemnation after appearing to raise his right arm in what resembled a “Roman salute” during remarks at a rally celebrating President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The
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The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has inaugurated its new Regional Presence Office (RPO) for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, located in the historic maritime city of Alexandria, Egypt. This
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The United States’ share of global foreign direct investment (FDI) projects surged to a record high in the 12 months leading to November 2024, highlighting the country’s continued economic strength compared to
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Yemen’s Houthi movement has declared it will limit its attacks on international shipping off the coast of Yemen, marking a partial de-escalation in the Red Sea region. According to a report by
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The Netherlands has secured a significant $175 million defense contract with Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems, despite growing domestic opposition and an ongoing court-imposed ban on the export of F-35 parts to
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Qatar Airways has introduced a pioneering digital marketing initiative by launching its first-ever AI-powered virtual cabin crew member, Sama. The virtual assistant was revealed at the ITB Berlin 2024 travel trade show
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