uncertainty over Trump's next moves now clouds the APEC agenda -- as it does for the COP29 climate talks underway in Azerbaijan, and a G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro next week.

San Francisco, United States - TikTok on Thursday began letting all marketers on its platform use an artificial intelligence-powered tool for generating marketing clips, becoming the latest platform to let advertisers tap into the technology. The news came with word that Getty Images will make its stockpile of pictures and video...

Beirut, Lebanon -- More than a year of clashes that recently escalated into war have cost Lebanon more than $5 billion in economic losses and damaged nearly 100,000 homes, the World Bank said on Thursday. Since September 23, Israel has ramped up its air campaign in Lebanon, later sending in ground...

Human Rights Watch said in a report released Thursday that Israel's repeated evacuation orders in Gaza amount to the "war crime of forcible transfer", and to "ethnic cleansing" in parts of the Palestinian territory.

New policies, public trust, and partnerships are crucial to accelerating these nuclear solutions. Platforms like the Forum’s Advanced Energy Solutions community bring together industry, investors, and governments to fast-track nuclear and clean energy technologies, informing policy and increasing public confidence, the author adds.

Now, the region is turning its attention to newer innovations, including hydrogen production, small modular reactors (SMRs), and compact nuclear power generators.

According to the latest draft of the long-sought climate finance pact, most developing countries favor an annual commitment from wealthy countries of at least US$1.3 trillion.

The company's third-quarter profit increased by 8.8 percent.

International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi is set to visit Tehran on Wednesday for crucial talks on Iran's nuclear program, ays after the defense minister of Iran's nemesis Israel warned the Islamic republic was "more exposed than ever to strikes on its nuclear facilities"

In a big move, Saudi Arabia appoints Aiman al-Mudaifer as NEOM’s interim CEO, a strategic choice to advance the futuristic city’s progress and strengthen Vision 2030.

Lebanon said Israeli strikes killed 11 people across the country Tuesday

The summit's closing statement said that "a just and comprehensive peace in the region... cannot be achieved without ending the Israeli occupation of all occupied Arab territories to the line of June 4, 1967," referring to the occupied West Bank and east Jerusalem as well as Gaza and the Golan...

The transaction for the purchase of 737 MAX 8 jets valued at $4.9bn.

Ensuring data integrity has become more challenging, leaving organizations at risk of data loss and corruption. during migration

The global tourism industry has turned the clock back to 2019 before COVID created a massive hole in worldwide passenger travel, mostly born out of health safety concerns. In 2023, UN Tourism tracked 1.3 billion global arrivals, up from 975 million a year earlier, near 2019 figures of 1.475 billion.

Dozens of world leaders convene in Azerbaijan on Tuesday for COP29 but many big names are skipping the UN climate talks where the impact of Donald Trump's election victory is keenly felt.

The small group of developed countries that currently contributes the money wants the donor pool expanded to include other rich nations and top emitters, including China and the Gulf states, something firmly rejected by Beijing.

President-elect Donald Trump is tapping loyalists for several key posts after signaling his desire to have his cabinet confirmed without Senate oversight.

Indicating improving ties between the two major powerhouses in the Middle East, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged international community to ensure respect the sovereignty of the "sisterly Islamic Republic of Iran".

Prince Salman also called on Israel not to attack Iran, highlighting improving ties between Saudi Arabia and its former regional rival. Meanwhile, Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati warned that the country was suffering an "existential" crisis and hit out at countries meddling in its internal affairs -- a thinly veiled...

he COP29 climate talks open Monday in Azerbaijan, under the long shadow cast by Donald Trump's re-election. Trump has pledged to reverse the United States' carbon-cutting commitments

Smuggled art pieces from Gaza are on display in an exhibition in Amman showcasing pain, suffering and a strong resolve of Gaza residents.

Arab and Muslim leaders are gathering in Saudi capital city Riyadh to discuss Israeli war against Gaza and Lebanon in a bid to send a message to President-elect Donald Trump.

Party insiders cite a damaging rift between Biden and Harris teams as a major factor in the Democrats' 2024 defeat. Harris, sidelined early on, struggled to resonate with voters after stepping in late, leaving questions about her role, Naqvi argues, pointing to the need for Democratic introspection post-defeat.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Arab and Muslim leaders have begun arriving in Saudi Arabia for a summit scheduled for Monday that will focus on Israel's wars in Gaza and Lebanon, Saudi state media said. The Saudi foreign ministry announced the summit in late October during the first meeting of an "international...

London, United Kingdom -- Bitcoin soared to a new record high on Sunday, as traders bet that Donald Trump's return to the White House will be good for the cryptocurrency. The digital currency passed $80,000 for the first time in its history shortly after 12:00 pm (1200 GMT). It has been...

The Gulf emirate, which has hosted Hamas's political leadership since 2012 with US blessing, has been involved in months of protracted diplomacy aimed at ending the 13-month old war that has killed 43,552 people in Gaza.

Tel Aviv, Israel - A plane bringing Israeli football supporters home from Amsterdam landed at Israel's Ben Gurion airport on Friday after a night of violence that Israeli and Dutch officials condemned as "anti-Semitic". Dutch police said 62 arrests were made in connection with the violence, which erupted after a Europa League...

The strike flattened an apartment complex and killed 15 people, many of them relatives

In a fresh report, the United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) detailed a raft of violations of international law. Many could amount to war crimes, crimes against humanity and possibly even "genocide", it warned, demanding international efforts to prevent "atrocity crimes" and ensure accountability.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk could head a new "Department of Government Efficiency," promising $2 trillion in federal budget cuts and ensuring "fair and humane" transitions for impacted government workers.

The record profit is subject to new 9% corporate tax for the first time.

The Lebanese MPs called on Azoulay to "urgently prioritize the protection of these historic sites by mobilizing UNESCO’s authority.

In a unique campaign twist, Trump captured Muslim voters by pledging diplomacy, promising to end prolonged conflicts and promote stability, despite his controversial past record in the Middle East region.

The labor market has remained resilient, despite a sharp hiring slowdown last month due to adverse weather conditions and a labor strike.

The proceeds make it the largest UAE IPO of 2024 to date.

Paris, France -- Donald Trump's return to the White House with his protectionist policies poses threats for the global economy, with the prospect of new trade wars, resurgent inflation and slower growth, experts say Global trade threatened? During his first term in office from 2017 to 2021, Trump often resorted to...

Industrial AI and digital technologies are revolutionizing energy infrastructure, helping companies across asset-intensive sectors achieve operational excellence

Republicans wrested the US Senate from Democratic control, ending four years in the minority, in its quest to dominate every branch of government

Stablecoins account for the largest share of crypto activity in the UAE (51%), which stands significantly higher than both Bitcoin (19%) and Ether (9%)

Citing a “trust breakdown,” Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Gallant amid the Gaza conflict, sparking Tel Aviv protests, as new defense chief Katz vowed victory over Hamas and Hezbollah.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Energy giant Saudi Aramco reported a 15 percent year-on-year drop in third-quarter profit on Tuesday, citing prices which have stayed low despite production cuts and war in the Middle East. The fall in net income to $27.56 billion from $32.58 billion in 2023 is the seventh consecutive...

The rapid, ongoing expansion of global tourism has brought with it opportunities for communities around the world to share cultures and knowledge. This growth brings new and diversified economic prospects while supporting efforts to preserve local cultures, and protect the environment. However, traditional tourism models often prioritize maximizing short-term economic...

Upstream investments in the oil and gas industry are still healthy and dwarf those made in low carbon projects and renewables as green funding are still billions short of what is required to meet COP requirements

Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday a day before results from the US presidential election rolled in, with opinion polls showing a knife-edge vote, while Chinese equities were boosted by hopes over the country's economy

As IoT protocols evolve, companies are building robust infrastructure to support applications across sectors, from asset tracking in logistics to intelligent lighting in cities. This connectivity reshapes industries, powering smarter, more sustainable solutions for modern challenges.

While AI accelerates the detection and management of threats, cybercriminals also leverage this technology for sophisticated attacks, says WEF's cybersecurity expert Filipe Beato.

Supply cuts seek boosting oil prices amid uncertain demand and accelerating supply, with an eye on the imminent US presidential election

Washington, United States -- American B-52 bombers have arrived in the Middle East, the US military said Saturday, a day after Washington announced their deployment in a warning to Iran. "B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base's 5th Bomb Wing arrived in the US Central Command area of responsibility,"...

London, United Kingdom -- A pro-Palestinian group took two sculptures of Israel's first president from a UK university in a protest marking the anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, with police on Sunday confirming they were investigating reports of a burglary. "Today, Palestine Action have marked 107 years since the Balfour Declaration, by taking...