Dubai Crown Prince Approves Several Initiatives To Lessen Impact Of Extreme Weather

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council lauded the visionary leadership of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. He praised Dubai’s readiness to effectively tackle any challenge and highlighted Dubai’s robust crisis response mechanisms, strengthened […]

Binjor Excavation Uncovers A 5,000-Year-Old Industrial Powerhouse

The ancient Harappan civilisation, trading and production-oriented, flourished around 5000 years ago. While trade is well documented, the practices of manufacturing are not. Excavations also indicate a sophisticated system of production, especially the production of high tin bronze, bead-making, pottery, weaving, and textiles like cotton. Beyond the major cities, such as Harappa and Mohenjodaro, the […]

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz Welcomes The British Pm With Military Honours

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz received British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with military honours, symbolising the enduring partnership between the two countries. Their discussions on Euro-Atlantic security, especially against Russian threats, reconfirmed the NATO partnership and commitment to strengthen the European contribution to deterrence. The two leaders agreed to joint defence procurement, including the remote-controlled Howitzer […]

Japan Set For Clean Power Surge In 2024

Japan is all set for a significant surge in clean power generation in 2024. According to data from energy think tank Ember, clean electricity output during January and February reached 52.67 terawatt hours (TWh), the highest in at least five years. This marks a notable 12.4% increase from the same period in 2023. Japan’s power […]

Dubai Ruler Approves For World’s Largest Airport Worth $35 Billion

Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, made headlines by announcing the approval of a groundbreaking project, a new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport. The staggering price tag attached to this endeavour is a whopping 128 billion AED ($34.85 billion). This announcement highlights Dubai’s ambition to maintain its status as a global aviation […]

France Ready To Finance Morocco’s 3GW Power Link To Western Sahara

On Friday, the French Finance Minister, Bruno Le Maire, declared that France is willing to provide funding for a 3GW power line project that would link Casablanca and Dakhla in Morocco. This action is part of France’s attempts to improve relations with Morocco, especially because of the most recent events in the Western Sahara. Morocco’s […]

Indonesia May Offer Dual Citizenship To Attract Overseas Workers

On Tuesday, a senior cabinet member announced that Indonesia is considering providing dual citizenship to individuals of Indonesian descent in order to attract more qualified professionals to the country. Dual citizenship for adults is not recognised under current Indonesian law; therefore, anyone having two passports must choose one and renounce the other once they reach […]

Google CEO Sundar Pichai Soon To Become Billionaire Amid AI Boom

Sundar Pichai, Alphabet Inc.’s CEO, is on the brink of becoming a billionaire, a rare feat for a tech executive without founding a company. Since taking charge of Google in 2015, Pichai, 51, has overseen remarkable growth, with the stock soaring over 400%, surpassing major market indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. The recent […]

NTU Scientists Inspired By Snail Mucus And Gecko Feet To Create Strong Adhesive

Scientists in Singapore have created a reusable adhesive with strong adhesion to rough surfaces that take inspiration from dried snail mucus and gecko feet. Unlike traditional adhesives, it can support up to 60kg with a palm-sized amount, outperforming gecko feet. Remarkably, it detaches easily when heated, unlike strong adhesives that risk surface damage during removal. […]

Japan, U.S., And Philippines Are All Set To Form Defence Network Against Cyberattacks

China, Russia, and North Korea are increasingly launching cyberattacks, so Japan, the United States, and the Philippines are teaming up to create a collective cyber defence network. At their trilateral summit in Washington on April 11, Presidents Joe Biden, Fumio Kishida, and Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are expected to reach an agreement on this cooperation. This […]