Archive / january - 2023
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Ryanair reveals UK’s Top 2022 holidays destinationsAs another year comes to a close, Ryanair has revealed its UK customers’ top three 2022 holiday destinations, giving you all the inspiration you need...FTX’s Japanese users will be able to start withdrawing funds from FebruaryJapanese FTX users will be able to start moving their funds out of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange starting in February, according to a statement from...China to overtake US as world’s largest economy by 2035China is forecast to overtake the US as the world’s largest economy by around 2035, while India is expected to become the world’s second largest...Emirates Health Services to use metaverse technology to deliver healthcare servicesEmirates Health Services (EHS) has launched a metaverse-based virtual telemedicine solution using 3D virtual reality technology.Through the project, EHS aims to deliver virtual medical consultation...Chinese medical equipment makers criticised by netizens for profiteering from Covid crisisChinese medical equipment makers and suppliers are enjoying one of their better weeks as demand for their products has surged amid a wave of coronavirus...
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World’s first-ever winery airline to make its debut soon!Good news for all wine lovers. We all will soon witness the launch of the world's first-ever winery airline, and we think it should be...All solar system's planets visible in night skyThere will be a chance to see all the planets in the solar system in the night sky on Thursday. Five should be visible with...Top 12 tech trends to watch out for in 2023Global spending on information technology is forecast to increase by about 5 percent to $4.6 trillion next year as businesses accelerate the pace of digital...Sharjah Ruler approves emirate's 2023 budget with $8.8bn expenditureSharjah's Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi approved the emirate's Dh32.2 billion ($8.76 billion) budget for 2023 that prioritises spending on infrastructure, capital...Seven top washing machine tips to save you some cashSaving money is the top priority for most Brits as we head into the new year. Laundry can be a costly task for the household,...
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PVC plastics now recyclable after breakthrough by Michigan scientistsPolyvinyl chloride or PVC is now a recyclable type of plastic after scientists at the University of Michigan discovered a way to chemically recycle the...P&O Cruises officially welcomes new ship Arvia to its fleet – a “symbol of optimism” for the future of the industryP&O Cruises officially welcomes new ship Arvia to its fleet – a “symbol of optimism” for the future of the industry. At an official handover...Taiwan's TSMC begins mass production of 3-nanometer chipsTaiwanese tech giant TSMC said Thursday it had started mass production of its 3-nanometer chips, among the most advanced to come to market.The Taiwan Semiconductor...Kezad teams up with UAE-based Dana Group for steel project in Abu DhabiKezad Group, a subsidiary of AD Ports Group, has signed a preliminary agreement with Dana Steel for the establishment of a new steel plant in...
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Twitter in data-protection probe after '400 million' user details up for saleA watchdog is to investigate Twitter after a hacker claimed to have private details linked to more than 400 million accounts. The hacker, "Ryushi", is...
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Oil prices drop 5% on China demand concerns and fears of global economic slowdownOil prices fell more than 5 per cent on Wednesday amid a deteriorating fuel demand outlook in China, the world's largest crude importer, and growing...Top 12 cyber crime trends to watch for in 2023The global cyber security market's size is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 12 per cent from 2022 to 2030, from...Turkey inflation slows the most since 1995 ahead of election splurgeTurkish inflation decelerated at its steepest pace in more than a quarter of a century, a slowdown that may be at risk from a public...Knix founder says sale of a majority stake in her women’s underwear company was vindicationFor years, potential investors told Joanna Griffiths her idea wasn’t bankable because it was “too niche.”So last year’s sale of the underwear and apparel brand...
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New hotels opening in the Gulf in 2023 to get excited about Anew year is right around the corner and with it comes a flurry of fresh hotels opening in the Gulf. The next year will have...War-themed video game fuels wave of misinformationTroops battle through burning streets. Missiles take down fighter jets. Drones pulverize tanks. The dramatic visuals have the trappings of real-life combat, but they are...UAE business activity remained 'robust' at end of 2022Business activity in the UAE’s non-oil private sector economy remained “robust” in December, with the Arab world's second-largest economy on track to expand at its...Prep for Extreme Weather With This Discounted Tri-Fuel Generator"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below."Power outages can happen during any time of year. And...
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Sony unveils controller for disabled gamersSony has teamed up with accessibility experts to announce a PlayStation 5 controller for disabled gamers. Project Leonardo is a "highly customisable kit" of different...Chennai beaches rated ‘very clean’Did you know that some of the cleanest beaches are in Chennai? As per an expert study, Elliot’s, Thiruvanmiyur, and Kovalam are among the country’s...Why some currencies in the Middle East are under huge pressureA combination of macroeconomic and geopolitical factors is hurting several currencies in the Middle East, which have inevitably had ill effects on their countries' economies.Currencies...Adnoc allocates $15bn to accelerate low-carbon strategyAdnoc has allocated $15 billion to invest in a range of projects by 2030, which will help it accelerate its low-carbon growth strategy.The state-owned energy...
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US hiring remains resilient as Federal Reserve grapples with inflationThe US jobs market remained resilient in December, making it more likely the Federal Reserve will continue acting aggressively to slow down the nation's inflation.Non-farm...EU leads in hydrogen technology patents as energy transition gathers paceThe EU, currently facing an energy crisis, has become a global leader in technology patents related to hydrogen, a report by the European Patent Office...Researchers develop solar-powered waste-to-fuel systemWaste-to-fuel processes are in focus for many leading researchers that are seeking opportunities to reduce pollution, mitigate climate change, and make low-cost, sustainable fuel. The...Samsung profits plunge as demand for gadgets slowsSamsung expects its profits for the last three months of 2022 to fall by 69% to the lowest level in eight years. The world's biggest...
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Six ways to make extra income during your retirement yearsMore than one in four retirees say they are spending more than they can afford, according to an October 2022 survey by the Washington-based Employee...Ozone layer may be restored in decades, UN report saysAn international agreement in 1987 to stop using the harmful chemicals that were damaging the layer has been successful, the major assessment says.The ozone layer...Sheikh Hamdan and Sheikh Maktoum review road map for Dubai Economic Agenda D33Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai and chairman of the Executive Council, and Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of...The Important Fridge Area That You Might Be Forgetting To CleanThe kitchen is a sanctuary for amateur home cooks and professional chefs alike. It's where recipes come to life and common kitchen tools transform into...
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Amazon to cut more than 18,000 roles, CEO saysAmazon has announced it will cut more than 18,000 jobs from its workforce, citing “the uncertain economy” and the fact that it had “hired rapidly”...Bank of England warns of 'persistent inflation' and higher interest ratesInflation in the UK could become “more persistent” amid prevailing tough economic conditions, and interest rates may rise further, according to the Bank of England’s...Disney names Nike executive Mark Parker as new chairmanThe Walt Disney Company has named Nike executive chairman Mark Parker as its new board chair, replacing longtime director Susan Arnold, whose term limit is...Led Lighting Controllers Market Introducing New Industry Dynamics Through Swot AnalysisTo understand the various aspects of the global LED lighting controllers market, Persistence Market Research recently conducted a research study on LED controllers across the...
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Meta bans ads targeted at teens based on genderMeta, owner of Instagram and Facebook, says it will stop allowing advertisers to target ads at teens based on gender, as it fights accusations that...Accor to launch Orient Express ship, the world's largest luxury sailing vesselAccor will make its first foray into the world of luxury cruising with the debut of the world’s largest sailing ship.More than 140 years after...IMF will help Egypt close $17bn financing gap over next four yearsA $3 billion loan approved by the International Monetary Fund and reforms that will catalyse additional funding will help Egypt close a $17 billion financing...Scientists reveal that plastic pollution in the oceans is an equity issueWashington [US], January 15 (ANI): Many people are aware of plastic pollution in the oceans. Photos of turtles or seabirds entangled in plastic garbage first...
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Release of US oil reserves addresses ‘underlying crisis’ and not higher prices, envoy saysThe US released crude oil from its Strategic Petroleum Reserve to address the “underlying crisis” and not the international energy price fluctuations, an adviser to...MEXICO: TOURISM NUMBERS IN 2022 EXCEEDED PRE-PANDEMIC LEVELSIncreased demand and higher prices of vacation services explain the recovery of the tourism sector in Mexico.From January to November, the number of international tourists...US inflation falls again to ease pressure on householdsInflation in the US slowed again in December, easing pressure on households and businesses as the Federal Reserve is set to continue raising borrowing costs...World enters 'new age' of clean energy manufacturing: IEAThe world is at the "dawn of a new industrial age" of clean energy technology manufacturing that will triple in value by 2030 and create...How to Fix the Remote Desktop Error Code 0x104 in Windows 11/10Users utilize the Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) app in Windows 11/10 to remotely connect with other PCs. However, some users have reported they can't remotely...
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Elon Musk's next drama: A trial over his tweets about TeslaWhile still grappling with the fallout from a company he did take private, beleaguered billionaire Elon Musk is now facing a trial over a company...VR headset prices high as Apple bides its timeSome of the headsets I used to try out these experiences cost almost twice as much as the smartphone we used to snap the photo...Egyptian pound steady after day of tumult as bankers report dollar flows unseen in monthsEgypt's pound was mostly steady against the US dollar on Thursday, a day after it plunged to a historic low, with bankers reporting the flow...Why Nanomaterials Are Used In Medical DevicesWhy Are Nanomaterials Used in Medical devices?Medical devices have become an essential part of daily life and represent an expanding market. Applications for medical devices...QuikTrip Opens Travel Center in TennesseeQuikTrip announced the opening of a new remote travel center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. After opening 11 new travel centers in 2022, the convenience retailer says...
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Ta’ziz to develop low-carbon ammonia plant in RuwaisAbu Dhabi Chemicals Derivatives Company, better known as Ta’ziz, has signed an agreement to develop a low-carbon ammonia plant with the capacity of about a...Net zero: Climate action delay will hurt economy, Tory MP’s review saysThe report by Chris Skidmore says the government's climate policies need to be more consistent and ambitious. The UK is "falling behind" on some targets...Why India’s growing population is an asset to its economyIndia is likely to become the world’s most populous nation this year, which presents an enormous opportunity for the country's economic growth — provided it...Six reasons why 2023 will be huge for video games (and six reasons why it won't)There is a level of anxiety around the video games market at the moment. Last year's results were a mixed bag. Console sales fell in...Exports of fruits and vegetables from Egypt may rise sharply in 2023According to EastFruit analysts, the exports of fruits and vegetables from Egypt may increase significantly in 2023 due to a change in the government’s approach...
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Nissan, Renault near rebalancing of allianceNissan and Renault are nearing a "historic" rebalancing of their auto alliance, with a deal likely to be announced in the coming weeks, a source...Lebanon’s tax revenue more than halved from 2019-2021, IMF saysLebanon’s tax revenue more than halved between 2019 and 2021 in the face of the deepest economic crisis since the end of the civil war,...Side Delights eyes small kitchen appliance trendSide Delights seeks to offer cost-saving and nutritious shopping solutions as consumers change how they cook, according to a release. Fast, efficient and affordable —...Natural rubber prices make headway in first week of 2023Natural rubber (NR) prices registered gains on most Far East markets in the first trading week of 2023, as demand picked up ahead of the...
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Middle East economies set to grow despite global geopolitical and economic challengesKnock-on effects of inflation, the energy crisis and the geopolitical situation have intensified global economic headwinds but economies in the GCC and the wider Middle...Okie from Muskogee: Guitar led to musical careerRocker Don Price doesn't just play that old time rock 'n' roll, he remembers it. He said he originally wanted to be a drummer until...Enoki Mushroom Warning Renewed As CDC Links It To 3 IllnessesFor many people, enoki mushrooms are a staple, a flavorful ingredient easy to add to a variety of dishes. Their mild flavor helps to increase...
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Turning problem sea algae into a replacement for plasticExcessive outbreaks of seaweed are clogging up waters from the Caribbean to the Baltic. Now the algae is being harvested alongside farmed crops to create...Middle East and Africa hotel pipeline activity shines despite global downturnThe Middle East and Africa was the only region in the world to record an increase in hotel pipeline activity at the end of the...Private sector 'must be bolder' on economic integration in Mena region, Davos forum toldThe private sector must take a “bolder role” to help improve the flow of talent, data and goods to boost growth, according to the company...Penticton construction company teams up with OK College to offer carpentry programOkanagan College is teaming up with Greyback Construction to provide training on a Penticton construction site.The 30-week Carpenter Foundation program starts in Penticton on Jan....Japan Companies Turn to Apple Waste to Make Eco-Friendly LeatherFaux leather is nothing new, but leather made from apple waste has been drawing the attention of both companies and consumers.Frequently referred to as apple...
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Peru’s Machu Picchu and Inca Trail indefinitely shut for tourism activities due to political unrestIf Peru’s famous Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail was on your immediate travel bucket list, hold it for now. Currently, Peru is going through...UAE Property: ‘Should tenants pay for repairs after moving out?’Question: I rented out my new apartment two years ago. However, my tenant recently moved out of the property.An inspection company that assessed the property...England counts down to western Europe’s first satellite launchThe first orbital satellites to set off for space from Western Europe are to launch on Monday from Cornwall in southwest England.Virgin Orbit – part-owned...S Korea says it’ll make it easier for foreigners to buy stocksSouth Korea plans to scrap a number of regulations in the local stock market this year to make investment easier for foreign investors, its financial...Z&Z Fabrics introduces Sorona fabric lineSorona fibre, a unique molecular structure innovated by North California-based leading textile company Sorona, is an eco-efficient performance fibre made in part from annually renewable...
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US government poised to sue Google over dominance in digital advertisingThe US Justice Department is poised to sue Alphabet’s Google as soon as Tuesday regarding the search giant’s dominance over the digital advertising market, according...Work-life balance takes centre stage as Indian corporates battle for the right talentLife was busy before the pandemic, but since Covid-19 changed work routines it has become even more difficult for some to switch off from seemingly...Two-thirds of Spanish fruit and vegetable imports come from non-EU countriesSpanish imports of fruit and vegetables from non-EU countries grew by 14% year-on-year, reaching reached €2.1 billion euros ($2.28 billion dollars) up to October 2022....
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Best Motorcycles For Women (Ride With Style)List Of Best Motorcycle For WomenHere is a list of all motorcycles that are perfect for you; whether you are a beginner or an expert,...Green projects are boosting UK growth - CBI reportThose are the key findings of a new report written by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). The drive to reach net zero emissions involves...Saudi Aramco's VC arm leads $14m Japanese drone-tech start-up funding roundSaudi Aramco's venture capital arm Wa’ed Ventures has led a $14 million funding round for a Japanese start-up specialising in drone services, as the fund...Toyota CEO taps younger successor amid paradigm shift in industryToyota Motor Corp's surprise announcement last week of a change in its top management came as CEO Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the founder, picked...Philippines to start offering tax refund to foreign tourists from 2024The Philippines has announced a new tax related program to boost tourism in the country. As per the news reports, President Ferdinand Marcos has approved...