Sunday 12 - 14:45
Lebanese Finance Minister Yassine Jaber has travelled to Washington to take part in the annual spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB), which will be held from April 13 to 18. He is leading a Lebanese delegation that also includes the Minister of Economy Amer Bsat, a representative from the presidential......
Australia and the United States have announced a combined investment of more than A$5 billion (approximately US$3.5 billion) to support the development of critical mineral projects, significantly increasing earlier funding commitments aimed at strengthening global supply chains. According to the Australian government, the new financing nearly......
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has launched its 2026 edition with a high-profile lineup bringing together global pop stars, rising artists and leading figures from the electronic music scene. Held over two consecutive weekends in the Californian desert, the festival features performances across nine stages, attracting massive......
French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed his commitment to easing tensions in the Middle East, following discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. In a message shared after their exchange, Macron said both leaders agreed to remain in close contact to help promote de-escalation efforts, ensure freedom of navigation, and......
The United States has begun operations to secure the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to President Donald Trump, as tensions with Iran continue to affect global energy flows and maritime security. In a statement shared on social media, Trump said US forces were “clearing” the waterway and claimed that Iranian vessels......
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced significant changes to the future of the Oscars ceremony, marking a turning point in how the iconic film awards will be broadcast and staged. The 99th Academy Awards are scheduled for March 14, 2027, followed by the milestone 100th edition on March 5, 2028. Both ceremonies will......
A senior United States official has rejected claims that Washington agreed to unfreeze Iranian financial assets, as diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict in the Middle East begin in Pakistan. The denial follows reports citing an unnamed Iranian source suggesting that the United States had consented to release funds held in foreign......
SpaceX is approaching a potential record-breaking IPO, with investors increasingly valuing the company alongside artificial intelligence infrastructure firms rather than traditional aerospace peers, a shift used to justify a projected $1.75 trillion valuation. According to reports, some institutional investors are comparing SpaceX to companies......
Domestic equity markets posted strong gains this week, rising nearly 6% and breaking a six-week losing streak, as easing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran boosted investor confidence and reduced global volatility. The BSE Sensex closed Friday 1.2% higher, gaining 919 points to finish at 77,550.25. The Nifty 50 also......
Iran said the United States had agreed to release $6 billion in frozen assets held abroad, but the White House quickly denied the claim, underscoring deep mistrust as high-stakes talks opened in Islamabad. According to Iranian officials cited by Reuters, the funds are held in accounts in Qatar and other foreign banks. One source said the......
Microsoft has begun informing suppliers and partners that it is suspending future purchases of carbon removal credits, according to reports, a move that could disrupt a market heavily dependent on the company. Microsoft accounted for more than 90 percent of global carbon removal purchases last year. The company has bought about 45 million......
Amazon is preparing to roll out its ultra-fast delivery service, Amazon Now, in the United States and Europe after rapid growth in India. Chief executive Andy Jassy announced the expansion in his annual shareholder letter, positioning it as a major push into the fast-growing quick commerce sector. The service promises delivery of thousands......
Rising fuel prices across the United States are forcing drivers in major cities such as Boston, Houston, and Denver to change their daily habits, as the ongoing conflict involving Iran continues to disrupt global energy markets. Motorists report cutting back on long-distance travel, adjusting commuting routes, and in some cases switching......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 08:30
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
Friday 19 December 2025 - 11:16
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Walaw at the Heart of the Mawazine Festival – Rhythms of the World 2025
Saturday 21 June 2025 - 15:48
