Sustainability

Global plastic action partnership expands to 25 countries

Arnold Pinto 24/01/2025

Tackling plastic pollution worldwide The Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP), an initiative of the World Economic Forum, has reached a significant milestone by expanding to 25 countries, now representing a combined population of over 1.5 billion people. This expansion includes seven new

Aviation Travel

Emirates set to relaunch daily flights to Beirut and Baghdad

News Desk 24/01/2025

From February 1, 2025 Emirates has announced that it will resume daily flights to Beirut, Lebanon, and Baghdad, Iraq, starting February 1, 2025. The airline’s return to both destinations is part of its ongoing expansion of services across the Middle East. Emirates will initially operate its daily flights to Beirut’s Rafic Al Hariri International Airport […]

Gadgets Lifestyle

Caviar unveils Bitcoin-themed iPhone 16 Pro for Donald Trump’s inauguration

News Desk 24/01/2025

Part of a special edition Dubai-based luxury smartphone manufacturer Caviar has unveiled a bespoke Bitcoin Edition iPhone 16 Pro as a gift to Donald Trump, marking his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. The special edition is part of Caviar’s exclusive “Visionaries” collection, honouring individuals and concepts shaping the future,

Aviation Travel

Lufthansa to operate Munich-Denver flights with Airbus A380

Arnold Pinto 24/01/2025

From April 2025 onwards Lufthansa will begin flying from Munich to Denver next summer with the world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380. This marks the first-ever A380 service to the US city, with the inaugural flight scheduled for April 30, 2025. Denver, located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, will become the sixth […]

Entertainment

Gibson strums up high notes at NAMM 2025

News Desk 23/01/2025

With new releases and exclusive experiences Gibson, the legendary American instrument brand that has defined the sound of countless generations and genres, is gearing up for its highly anticipated return to NAMM 2025. The iconic brand, renowned for crafting guitars that inspire artists from all walks of life, will debut a select portion of its […]

Defence & Security

US deploys 1,500 troops and extra assets to boost southern border security

Arnold Pinto 23/01/2025

Acting on Trump’s directive The United States Department of Defence (DOD) is sending 1,500 active-duty troops and additional resources to assist with border enforcement operations at the southern border of the United States. The decision comes just over 36 hours after newly inducted US President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order to address security […]

Markets Travel

UN Tourism and CAF to promote regional tourism in the Americas

News Desk 23/01/2025

MoU signed in Madrid The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has entered into a new collaboration with the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF). The partnership promotes Latin America’s rich tourism potential while fostering sustainable development. UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili and CAF Executive President Sergio

Aviation

USAF F-22 Raptors to get advanced infrared threat-detection sensors

Arnold Pinto 23/01/2025

Lockheed Martin awarded contract Lockheed Martin has secured a $270 million contract with the US Air Force to upgrade the F-22 Raptor with cutting-edge infrared defensive sensors. The contract marks a significant step in modernising the advanced stealth fighter to ensure its readiness against evolving threats. The upgrade involves integrating Lockheed Martin’s new

Markets

Donald Trump vows to defend the United States

News Desk 22/01/2025

At his inaugural ceremony In his inaugural address on January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump reaffirmed his commitment to defending the United States. He declared that his top priority as commander-in-chief would be protecting the country from external threats and invasions. “As Commander-in-Chief, I have no higher responsibility than to defend our country from

Entertainment

LG launches free audio streaming service

News Desk 22/01/2025

With a dynamic user experience LG Electronics (LG) has introduced LG Radio+, its new ad-supported audio streaming service, which is now available on LG smart TVs running webOS 6.0 and above. This innovative service offers users seamless access to podcasts and radio programmes, enhancing the audio experience across LG’s smart devices. LG Radio+ is designed […]

Health

Tanzania confirms outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the country

News Editor 2 22/01/2025

WHO is assisting the nation Tanzania has confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the northwestern Kagera region. A single case was positively identified after thorough investigations and laboratory tests of suspected infections. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced on January 20, 2025, during a press briefing in Dodoma, the country’s administrative

Automotive

Ineos Automotive’s Hambach facility resumes production

Arnold Pinto 22/01/2025

Of Grenadier and Quartermaster 4x4s Ineos Automotive has resumed production at its Hambach facility in France after a brief halt caused by a critical seat shortage caused by supplier insolvency. The production line for the Grenadier and Quartermaster 4×4 models is now back in full swing, marking a key milestone for the company after the […]

Health Lifestyle

Entrepreneurs share their favourite hobbies to avoid burnout

News Desk 21/01/2025

From David Solomon to Elon Musk In 2024, 77% of workers reported feeling burned out, and the pressure to perform can feel overwhelming. With everyday stress cited as one of the leading causes of burnout, it is clear that workers across industries are searching for effective ways to manage their well-being. According to Linkee experts, […]

Business Logistics

UD Trucks drives into 2025 with optimism as GCC market demand remains strong

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2025

With 26% market share growth in 2024 Amid a global economic landscape marked by uncertainty and geopolitical instability, UD Trucks is preparing to navigate the challenges ahead while continuing to meet rising demand in key markets, especially within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, said Mourad Hedna, President of UD Trucks (MEENA), while briefing the […]

Automotive Sport

Toyota clinches 1-2 at Dakar 2025

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2025

Al Rajhi triumphs on home soil The 2025 Dakar Rally concluded on January 17 with a stunning 1-2 finish for Toyota. Yazeed Al Rajhi claimed victory on home turf, followed closely by Toyota Gazoo Racing’s Henk Lategan in second. Al Rajhi’s win, secured with co-driver Timo Gottschalk in their Toyota Hilux, marked a momentous achievement […]

Aviation

Lufthansa celebrates the return of the Lockheed Super Star

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2025

Iconic aircraft from the 1950s Lufthansa Technik has completed the meticulous restoration of the iconic Lockheed L-1649A Super Star, once the crown jewel of the Lufthansa fleet. On January 17, 2025, the fully restored long-haul aircraft made its public debut, rolling out of the hangar on its landing gear at Lufthansa Technik’s facilities in Hamburg. […]

Corporate

Delta pledges $1m to American Red Cross for California wildfires relief efforts

News Desk 20/01/2025

Carrier sets up donation microsite, too Delta Air Lines has pledged $1 million to the American Red Cross to support efforts in aiding the tens of thousands of individuals impacted by California’s devastating and fast-moving wildfires. This donation is in addition to the $1 million grant Delta previously provided to the American Red Cross through […]

Real Estate

Rental Property Management Tips and Tricks from Experts – Penieltech

News Desk 20/01/2025

Both real estate and physical property are managed through operation, control, upkeep, and supervision. Additionally residential, commercial, and land real estate are all examples of this. Management denotes the necessity to be cared for and monitored via real estate software, with responsibility and focus on its useful life and condition. This is quite similar to […]

Lifestyle

Sunrise hotspots: Top 10 cities for Instagram-worthy mornings

News Desk 20/01/2025

NYC tops the list A new study by Heepsy has highlighted the world’s top cities for capturing the perfect sunrise, ranking them based on their popularity for Instagrammable moments. The research delved into key factors such as Instagram hashtags, annual sunshine hours, the Air Quality Index (AQI), tourist traffic, and famous sunrise locations. The rankings […]

Space

NASA’s Blue Ghost Mission One sets course for lunar exploration

Arnold Pinto 20/01/2025

With unique science and technology A suite of cutting-edge scientific investigations and technology demonstrations is en route to the Moon, where it will play a key role in NASA’s Artemis programme. The mission, carried by Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lander, launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on January 15, 2025, from Kennedy Space Center […]