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Google to invest $6.4bn

The investment is its biggest-ever in Germany.

Pfizer poised to buy Metsera

The pharma giant improved its offer to $10bn.

Ozempic maker lowers outlook

The company posted tepid Q3 results.

Kimberly-Clark to buy Kenvue

The deal is valued at $48.7 billion.

BYD Q3 profit down 33%

This was a 33% year-on-year decrease.

UAE edge closer to World Cup after beating Oman

Doha, Qatar -- The United Arab Emirates moved to within a match of their second World Cup appearance with a...

Arts & Culture

Egypt says stolen pharoah’s bracelet melted down, sold for $4,000

Cairo, Egypt -- Egyptian police said on Thursday they arrested a museum employee and three alleged accomplices after a priceless...

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World Economic Forum

Art and culture retain power to humanize the Intelligent Age, says WEF’s Fowler

Davos, Switzerland -- In an age where artificial intelligence is reshaping our lives, the World Economic Forum's Arts and Culture...
  • I see talent emerging in the MENA region, UAE especially. Saudi Arabia is extremely exciting at the moment with the focus they're placing on culture, Fowler said.
  • The UAE is extremely forward-thinking. They absolutely have a finger on the pulse when it comes to technology and how technology can be integrated into everyday life.
World Economic Forum

Maori-led AI initiative can revolutionize language preservation, says Peter-Lucas Jones

Davos, Switzerland -- Peter-Lucas Jones, a Kaitaia native, who has been listed in the prestigious Time100 AI 2024 List, was...
  • Peter-Lucas Jones, a Time100 AI 2024 List honoree, discussed AI's role in preserving the Te Reo Maori language at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
  • His team at Te Hiku Media developed Te Reo Maori natural language processing tools and an automatic speech recognition model.
Arts & Culture

Palestinian pottery sees revival in war-ravaged Gaza

Deir el-Balah, Palestinian Territories - Traditional clay pottery is seeing a resurgence in the Gaza Strip, where Palestinians are forced to...
  • Traditional clay pottery sees a resurgence in Gaza as war-ravaged residents turn to old ways amid shortages of crockery and basic goods
  • Potter Jafar Atallah works tirelessly to meet soaring demand, crafting 100 clay pieces daily in a makeshift workshop under Gaza's harsh conditions
Arts & Culture

Portraits of pain: smuggled Palestinian art shows trauma of Gaza

Smuggled art pieces from Gaza are on display in an exhibition in Amman showcasing pain, suffering and a strong resolve...
  • The paintings document the brutality of war and massacres… carrying pain and sorrow and also a strong resolve and determination
  • The exhibition in Jordan features 79 artworks crafted from improvised materials including medicine wrappers
Arts & Culture

‘Amazing’ AI de-ages Tom Hanks in new film ‘Here’

Los Angeles, United States - Tom Hanks has praised the "amazing" use of artificial intelligence to de-age him "in real time"...
  • Hanks portrays his character from an idealistic teen, through various stages of youth and middle age, to a frail, elderly man
  • But rather than just relying on makeup, filmmakers teamed up with AI studio Metaphysic on a tool called Metaphysic Live, to rejuvenate and "age up" the actors
Arts & Culture

Five charged over ketamine death of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry

Los Angeles, United States - Five people who allegedly supplied ketamine to "Friends" star Matthew Perry in a bid to exploit...
  • The actor died at his luxury Los Angeles home last year, sparking an outpouring of grief from fans around the world
  • An autopsy found the cause of his death was "the acute effects of ketamine," a controlled drug the recovering addict was taking as part of supervised therapy

Shah Rukh Khan to be honoured at Locarno Film Festival

Held on the shores of Lake Maggiore, in the Italian-speaking Ticino region of southern Switzerland, films are screened in Locarno's...
  • Bollywood superstar Khan, 58, will on Saturday be given the Pardo alla Carriera award for people whose artistic contributions have redefined cinema
  • Founded in 1946, Locarno is one of the world's longest-running annual film festivals and focuses on auteur cinema.
Economy

Saudi Arabia submits official bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034 after successful Qatar event in 2022

The next steps include official visits by FIFA and a comprehensive evaluation of the bid.
  • This bid highlights Saudi Arabia’s commitment to Vision 2030
  • Saudi Arabia is currently the sole nation bidding for the 2034 World Cup
Arts & Culture

Unveiling Tunis: mural celebrates ‘invisible’ talents

Tunis, Tunisia - In the old medina of Tunis, a wall installation titled "1001 Bricks" showcases the talents of "invisible" creators,...
  • Led by Swiss artist Anne Francey, the project took shape over a year through workshops that culminated in a large bas-relief made of carved and painted clay bricks
  • The initiative follows Francey's 2019 project "1001 Hands", inspired by the "One Thousand and One Nights" fairytale, emphasising stories that intersect endlessly
Arts & Culture

Canon Middle East, Dubai Business Women Council launch ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign

Canon Middle East and DBWC launch the 'Women Who Empower' campaign, offering training and opportunities for women in imaging and...
  • Aligned with this year's International Women's Day theme, "Inspire Inclusion," the campaign focuses on empowering women through a variety of platforms
  • These include webinars, mentorship opportunities, and networking events, aimed at showcasing their work and fostering their professional growth

UAE edge closer to World Cup after beating Oman

Doha, Qatar -- The United Arab Emirates moved to within a match of their second World Cup appearance with a...
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Iraqi women table tennis players chase Paralympic dreams

Diwaniyah, Iraq -- Iraqi table tennis player Nur al-Huda Sarmad adjusts her wheelchair before striking the ball into play, braving...
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Egypt grand museum delay puts tourism hopes on hold

Cairo, Egypt - In the shadow of the Grand Egyptian Museum, souvenir shop owner Mona has been readying for the...
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Japan’s World Barber Classic tries to bring back business

Tokyo, Japan -- Hundreds of rowdy spectators, many heavily tattooed, roared Monday at a Tokyo arena usually reserved for boxing...
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Syrian designer Rami Al Ali to make history at Paris Couture Week

Paris, France -- As well as being optimistic about the future of his war-ravaged country, Rami Al Ali has other...
  • After studying in Damascus, Al Ali left for Dubai as a young man in search of opportunities in the fashion industry, working initially for two regional brands.
  • He branched out on his own in 2001, building a regional fanbase for his eponymous brand from the United Arab Emirates before creating a following in Europe.
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Turkey opens Spotify probe after ‘provocative playlist’ complaint

Istanbul, Turkey - Turkey's competition authority has launched an investigation into Spotify for anti-competitive practices as a deputy minister demanded...
  • The Turkey's competition authority said the probe would seek to establish whether Spotify gave more visibility to some artists and engaged in unfair practices
  • In a statement, Spotify, which launched in Turkey in 2013, said its operations complied with "all applicable laws" but it would cooperate with the investigation
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Saudi Arabia to host Italian Super Cup in December

Rome, Italy -- Next season's Italian Super Cup will be played for the fourth time in Saudi Arabia but in...
  • "The dates for the Super Cup are December 18 and 19 for the semi-finals, and the 22 for the final," said Lega Serie A boss Ezio Simonelli.
  • "We don't yet know where these matches will be played, either in Riyadh or Jeddah. The choice will be made by the Saudis. I would be more in favor of Jeddah," he added.