Travel

Changes to European and UK border policies mark new year

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

New travel requirements now in force Since the beginning of 2025, Europe’s rules of movement have seen significant border changes as both the Schengen Area and UK travel regulations evolve. On January 1, 2025, Bulgaria and Romania became full members of the Schengen Area, completing a

Health

WHO prequalifies diagnostic test for safer administration of P. vivax malaria treatments

Dan Ngiam 12/01/2025 0

To improve efficiency, access On December 18, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified the first diagnostic test for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. This breakthrough will help safely administer WHO-recommended treatments to prevent relapse of Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax) infection, a significant advancement in global malaria control

Logistics

IATA: Global air cargo demand up 8.2% in November 2024

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

16th month of consecutive growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for the global air cargo markets in November 2024, reporting a solid performance. Total demand for air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose 8.2% compared to November 2023, marking the 16th consecutive month of growth. International operations contributed a

Business

Getty Images and Shutterstock to merge

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

Valuation put at $3.7 billion Getty Images Holdings and Shutterstock will merge in a transaction valued at approximately $3.7 billion. The merger will create a new powerhouse in the visual content market under Getty Images Holdings. The combined company will continue trading on the New York Stock Exchange with the “GETY.” By joining forces, Getty […]

Automotive Events

2025 Detroit Auto Show unveils 150+ modified vehicles

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

In partnership with Modded Detroit The 2025 Detroit Auto Show has revealed a spectacular showcase of over 150 modified vehicles, highlighting the cutting-edge modifications car enthusiasts have implemented to push the limits of performance and design. In partnership with Modded Detroit, one of Michigan’s foremost automotive enthusiast groups, this exciting exhibition

Events Space

Get your telescope out as Mars puts on a spectacular show this January

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

Prime time to see the Red Planet If you have been gazing at the night sky recently, you may have noticed a bright, reddish object to the left of Orion. Mars, the Red Planet, is putting on a spectacular show this January. It is an excellent time for stargazers to spot Mars and catch glimpses […]

Automotive Entertainment

Select Mercedes-Benz vehicles to feature IMAX-enhanced films

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

Revolutionising in-car entertainment Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), IMAX Corporation, Mercedes‑Benz, and DTS have announced a collaboration to revolutionise in-car entertainment. Through the RIDEVU service, consumers can soon access extensive IMAX-enhanced content from Sony Pictures, including iconic films such as Venom: The Last Dance, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and

Automotive Business

Rolls-Royce to invest £300m in Goodwood production plant

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

2024 was a record year for the marque Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced a landmark investment of more than £300 million to expand its manufacturing facility at Goodwood. This marks the latest step in its ongoing commitment to delivering the most complex, personal, and valuable luxury automobiles. The significant investment reflects the company’s continued growth

Automotive

Zeekr unveils industry-leading technology at CES 2025

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

And a global energy plan Zeekr has unveiled its cutting-edge technological advancements and new strategic partnerships, reinforcing its position as a key player in the automotive sector. The company will showcase its latest innovations in Las Vegas at CES 2025 (January 7-10). These include an intelligent driving domain controller, an extended collaboration with Qualcomm,

Food & Beverage Travel

American Airlines supports passengers’ New Year’s resolutions

News Desk 2 10/01/2025 0

With health-focused dining and adventure travel American Airlines is stepping up to help passengers stay on track with their 2025 New Year’s resolutions by offering a wide range of healthy dining options and new travel routes designed for fitness enthusiasts. Whether you are committed to a fitness regime, eating healthier, or exploring the great outdoors, […]

Appointments Business

Aduna appoints Anthony Bartolo as CEO

Dan Ngiam 10/01/2025 0

Head of Ericsson’s new venture Aduna, a new venture launched in September 2024 by Ericsson in partnership with major global telecom operators, has announced the appointment of Anthony Bartolo as its new CEO. The company name, Aduna, is derived from the Latin term for “many entities uniting as one,” which reflects the venture’s mission of […]

Events Tech

CTA unveils new global innovation champions

Arnold Pinto 10/01/2025 0

At CES 2025 in Las Vegas The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has unveiled the 2025 Global Innovation Scorecard, recognising nations excelling in areas such as broadband, autonomous vehicles, and blockchain technologies. The announcement was made on January 7 during the CES 2025 conference in Las Vegas, where representatives from the honoured nations were recognised

Business Markets

WEF: Global labour market is poised for a significant change

Arnold Pinto 10/01/2025 0

Mainly driven by tech advancements The latest edition of the Future of Jobs Report, released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), shows that the global labour market is poised for significant change. By 2030, 22% of jobs are expected to undergo disruption, with a net gain of 78 million roles set to emerge from the […]

Design Sport

Alé and British Cycling reveal new partnership

News Desk 2 09/01/2025 0

Four-year agreement Alé, the renowned Italian cycling apparel brand, has signed a four-year agreement with British Cycling, becoming the official on-bike clothing partner. Under the partnership, Alé will provide high-quality cycling apparel for the entire Great Britain Cycling Team (GBCT), including Olympic and Paralympic disciplines and non-Olympic events. The

Gadgets Tech

LG unveils ‘hybrid AI’ gram laptops at CES 2025

News Desk 2 09/01/2025 0

With on-device and cloud AI services LG Electronics has unveiled its 2025 LG gram lineup at CES 2025. These new models, including the gram Pro, gram Pro 2-in-1, gram, and gram Book, represent the company’s first laptops to incorporate on-device artificial intelligence (AI). With an emphasis on seamless integration of both on-device and cloud AI, […]

Business Sport

Formula E and Google Cloud sign multi-year partnership

Arnold Pinto 09/01/2025 0

New milestone for electric motorsport Formula E and Google Cloud have unveiled a new multi-year partnership. The partnership combines cutting-edge AI and technology to propel the league into a new era. The collaboration starts with the groundbreaking GEN3 Evo era, marking a milestone in the ongoing transformation of electric motorsport. As part of this agreement, […]

Appointments Cybersecurity

Acronis appoints Gerald Beuchelt as CISO

Arnold Pinto 09/01/2025 0

To lead global security strategy and more Acronis has appointed Gerald Beuchelt as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With over a decade of experience in cybersecurity, Beuchelt will play a key role in shaping Acronis’ security strategy as the company strives to safeguard data, applications, and systems worldwide. Beuchelt will execute Acronis’ global […]

Food Travel

Cathay Pacific partners with Michelin-starred restaurant in Hong Kong

News Desk 2 08/01/2025 0

For a taste of home in the skies Cathay Pacific is partnering with Eaton HK’s Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, Yat Tung Heen, to enhance its inflight dining experience for Premium Economy and Economy class passengers. The collaboration brings a selection of authentic Cantonese dishes from the heart of Hong Kong to the skies, giving travellers a […]

Lifestyle Telecom

e& UAE unveils Kids SIM Card

News Desk 2 08/01/2025 0

And Parental Control Service e& UAE has introduced its Kids SIM Card and Parental Control Service, which are designed to provide a secure online experience for children in the UAE. The new offering aims to safeguard children’s digital activities while ensuring their connectivity and access to educational content. The Kids SIM Card allows children to […]

Space

NASA’s mission to provide X-ray images of Earth’s magnetosphere

Arnold Pinto 08/01/2025 0

As part of the Artemis programme NASA is set to provide the first-ever global images of Earth’s magnetic field, thanks to an innovative X-ray imager called LEXI (Lunar Environment Heliospheric X-ray Imager). As part of the US space agency’s Artemis programme, the state-of-the-art instrument is heading to the Moon, where it will provide critical insights […]