SHANGHAI: More than 100 new car models have been unveiled at the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, known as Auto Shanghai 2025, which kicked off this week in east China’s bustling automotive capital. Held under the theme “Embracing Innovation, Empowering the Future”, the event has drawn close to 1,000 companies from 26 countries and […]
GENEVA: Widespread vaccination efforts across Africa saved 1.8 million lives in 2023, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), with major improvements seen in immunisation against diseases like measles, polio, and cervical cancer. Thanks to initiatives led by governments and partners like Gavi, UNICEF and WHO, millions of children have been reached. Over 5 million […]
A Reddit user has gone viral for claiming that ChatGPT medical advice fixed a jaw issue he struggled with for five years—in just 60 seconds. The post said doctors couldn’t figure out why his jaw clicked every time he opened his mouth. He even saw specialists, got two MRIs (one with contrast dye), and had […]
When: May 9Where: Madame Tussauds, London LONDON: South Indian superstar Ram Charan is stepping into wax history. The actor will unveil his first-ever wax figure at Madame Tussauds in London on May 9—before it takes up permanent residence in Singapore. This exclusive event offers fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the star reveal his lifelike […]
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has announced a major plan to remove artificial food dyes from all food products in the US by the end of 2026, aiming to create a healthier food system under the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) agenda. The move builds on a previous ban on Red Dye 3 and marks a […]
GOODWOOD: The luxury legend has made its next move — literally. Rolls-Royce has launched its Chess Set, turning a classic game into a handcrafted statement piece that’s more sculpture than sport. And yes, it’s just as bespoke as one of their cars. The Rolls-Royce Chess Set is all about hosting, elegance, and precision — three […]
UAE: Prominent business leaders in the UAE have joined voices worldwide in mourning Pope Francis’s passing, offering heartfelt tributes that reflect his deep impact far beyond religious circles. Their messages underscore the Pope’s extraordinary ability to transcend spiritual and cultural boundaries, uniting people of all faiths through his unwavering commitment to compassion, justice, and universal […]
Today Google Doodle is celebrating Earth Day, the day that honors the magnificent planet we live on. The artwork in this Doodle features several breathtaking images from Google Earth. Enjoy the world’s diverse landscapes and features in each letter! A look inside the letters: G: The low-lying tropical paradise of the Maldives. This beautiful island […]
BEIJING: China has announced that AI education will be made mandatory in all schools across the country starting September 1, 2025—even for children as young as six. This bold move cements China’s ambition to lead the world in artificial intelligence by embedding it deep into the national curriculum. Under the new policy, every student—from primary […]
MOSCOW: The dollar falls against ruble, hitting its lowest level in nearly ten months on the Moscow Exchange, stirring global market watchers. As of 11:30 a.m. Moscow time, the dollar dipped 0.09% to trade at RUB 82.17. But earlier in the day, it briefly plunged to RUB 79, marking its weakest since June 19, 2024. […]
LIMA: A controversial amendment to Peru’s Forestry and Wildlife Law is sparking fears over large-scale Amazon rainforest destruction and weakening of Indigenous land rights. The new law, passed in March, removes the need for government approval before converting forest land for other uses — a move that critics say effectively legalises years of illegal deforestation. […]
