Tuesday 21 - 15:00
Archaeologists have uncovered a fragment of Homer’s Iliad deliberately placed inside an ancient Egyptian mummy during embalming, marking the first known instance of a Greek literary text integrated into the mummification process. The discovery offers new insight into cultural exchange in Roman-era Egypt and the spread of Greek literature......
Asia-Pacific and emerging market equities surged on Tuesday, with several benchmark indices reaching new highs as strong demand for artificial intelligence semiconductors combined with cautious optimism over renewed diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iran. The rally restored investor confidence after weeks of volatility tied......
Crude imports across Asia are declining as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz approaches its eighth week, exposing the limits of alternative supply routes. Major importers including China, India, South Korea and Japan are struggling to replace Middle Eastern crude that previously moved through the corridor, which typically carries around......
Defense company RTX has raised its profit and revenue forecasts for 2026, citing strong global demand for weapons systems and sustained growth in its aerospace and defense businesses. The company said increased geopolitical tensions have driven higher orders for missile systems and other military equipment. RTX also highlighted continued......
Germany has reaffirmed its opposition to suspending the association agreement between the European Union and Israel, despite growing calls from several EU member states to reconsider the bloc’s relationship with Tel Aviv. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that suspending the agreement would be “inappropriate,”......
Fatih Birol said the conflict involving Iran and a coalition led by the United States and Israel has created the most severe global energy crisis on record, surpassing both the oil shocks of the 1970s and disruptions linked to the war in Ukraine. Speaking publicly on Tuesday, he said the combined impact of oil and gas disruptions has pushed......
Nigeria’s prosecution authorities have formally charged six individuals in connection with an alleged coup attempt that was foiled by security forces in 2025, according to documents submitted to the Federal High Court in Abuja. Among the accused is a retired major general. The defendants are alleged to have conspired “to wage......
NEURA Robotics and Amazon Web Services have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of physical artificial intelligence, combining NEURA’s cognitive robotics platform with AWS cloud and AI infrastructure. The agreement, unveiled on April 21 at NEURA’s headquarters in Metzingen, aims to address......
The owners of British pharmacy chain Boots are reportedly working with external consultants on a strategic overhaul as they prepare for a possible initial public offering (IPO) in London, which could take place as early as 2027, according to people familiar with the matter. Boots, which is owned by private equity firm Sycamore Partners, has......
Indonesia’s parliament has passed a landmark law granting stronger legal protections to domestic workers, marking a historic step for an estimated 4.2 million people employed in households across the country. The legislation, debated for more than two decades, introduces key protections such as access to health insurance, unemployment......
Alphabet is assembling a diversified custom chip supply chain involving four design partners as it seeks to reduce reliance on Nvidia and strengthen its position in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The effort spans current inference chips to future processors based on 2-nanometer manufacturing expected by late 2027, with production......
US stock index futures moved higher on Tuesday as renewed optimism around artificial intelligence helped offset investor concerns linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Market sentiment was supported by strong signals from major technology players, reinforcing expectations that AI-driven innovation will continue to fuel......
Benjamin Netanyahu condemned an Israeli soldier after a photograph showed the destruction of a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon, an incident that triggered international backlash and a criminal investigation by the Israel Defense Forces. The image, widely shared online, shows a soldier striking the head of the statue with a hammer......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
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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
