Health

WHO: Multi-country outbreak of mpox continues

News Editor 2 15/01/2025

In DRC, Burundi, and Uganda The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that the outbreak of clade Ib monkeypox virus (MPXV) continues to be concentrated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Burundi, and Uganda. According to the latest External Situation Report from the WHO,

Automotive Business

Audi delivers nearly 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2025

12 per cent drop compared to 2023 Audi delivered around 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024, with over 164,000 fully electric models. This represents a significant step in Audi’s ongoing model initiative despite a challenging year marked by difficult economic conditions, a highly competitive automotive market, and limited parts availability. The total number of

Defence & Security

Saab to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capability

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2025

With RBS15 Mk3 anti-ship missile Saab has signed a major contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capability. The agreement, valued at SEK800 million, will see the introduction of Saab’s RBS15 Mk3 anti-ship missile, which will replace the current RBS15 Mk2 in use. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in

Real Estate

The Impact of Innovation: Murtaza Hussain’s Role in Dubai’s Real Estate Evolution

News Desk 14/01/2025

Every success story has a beginning, and Murtaza Hussain’s story started far from the gleaming towers of Dubai—somewhere far quieter, where dreams were born not in moments of grandeur but in the quiet pursuit of something more. Before the awards, the iconic properties, and the accolades, there was just a young man with a relentless […]

Tech

Motorola Solutions unveils V200 body camera

News Desk 14/01/2025

To enhance frontline worker safety Motorola Solutions has launched the V200 body camera to improve safety for frontline workers in retail, healthcare, hospitality, education, and other sectors. The lightweight, discreet camera features a GoLive Audio safety function. This function provides real-time video and audio streaming to security teams or supervisors during critical

Transport UAE

2-lane traffic bridge opens on Sheikh Rashid Road in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025

The bridge is 605 metres long Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has opened a new two-lane traffic bridge in Dubai City as part of the ongoing Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. The bridge, the second in a series planned for Phase 4 of the project, will ease traffic flow between the intersections of Al Mina […]

Automotive Business Tech

Cognizant and Siemens forge partnership

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025

To transform software-defined vehicles Cognizant has partnered strategically with Siemens Digital Industries Software, integrating Siemens’ PAVE360 into its software-defined vehicle (SDV) solution accelerator. The partnership introduces an enhanced accelerator to address the automotive industry’s increasing demand for innovation, customisation, and

Automotive Business

Bentley Motors aligns operations into a single EMEA region

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025

With 95 retail partners Bentley Motors has announced a significant reshaping of its operations. It will combine its UK, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India business units into a single EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India) region. This new alignment will make the EMEA region the largest and most crucial for the UK-based luxury […]

Events Real Estate

GFS Developments unveils flagship real estate projects in Dubai

News Desk 13/01/2025

Marking entry into UAE market GFS Developments, a global leader in real estate, marked a momentous milestone by unveiling its flagship projects in Dubai. The developer’s expansion into the UAE property market was celebrated at a glamorous event attended by Bollywood celebrities Bobby Deol, Sohail Khan, and Mohamed Mustafa, CEO of Emsquare UAE, who graced […]

Events

NASA: Earth records hottest year ever in 2024

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025

1.47°C warmer than mid-19th century NASA has confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with unprecedented global temperatures. According to an analysis by NASA scientists, Earth’s average surface temperature in 2024 was 1.28°C higher than the 20th-century baseline (1951-1980), surpassing the previous record set in 2023. This new record follows 15

Aviation Business

Lufthansa Group set to hire 10,000 new employees in 2025

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025

To keep pace with air travel demand The Lufthansa Group has set an ambitious target of recruiting 10,000 new employees this year. These will be positions in various professions within the airline’s extensive operations. The hiring push is part of the group’s ongoing efforts to keep pace with the growing demand for air travel as […]

Travel

Changes to European and UK border policies mark new year

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025

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 13-year wait for inclusion. Meanwhile, on January 8, 2025, […]

Health

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

News Editor 2 12/01/2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,