BEIJING: In a first for both sports and robotics, humanoid robots completed a half-marathon alongside human runners in Beijing on Saturday, marking a world-first event that blended athleticism with innovation. The event took place in the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area, where 20 robot teams ran on separate tracks but followed the same 21.1 km route […]
PARIS: Perrier water is facing serious scrutiny after French health authorities discovered contamination in more than 300,000 bottles from its Vergèze plant in Occitanie. The contaminated bottles were found to contain intestinal bacteria, including strains of E. coli, sparking major concerns over the brand’s hygiene practices. An internal inspection on March 11 flagged the contaminated […]
RABAT: The Kalimat Foundation extended its humanitarian outreach to Morocco in 2024, gifting 600 books to children across multiple cities as part of its global effort to promote literacy in underserved communities. Timed with the 30th Rabat International Publishing and Book Fair, the Foundation’s visit was headlined by its flagship “Pledge a Library” initiative. This […]
PARIS: The global aid decline in 2024 marked a turning point after five consecutive years of growth, according to new figures from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). International aid from official donors fell by 7.1% in real terms compared to 2023, totalling USD 212.1 billion. This dip was mainly due to reduced […]
SINGAPORE: A team of researchers has discovered a clever way to turn raindrop electricity generation into a real power source. Using nothing more than water droplets and a vertical tube, scientists at the National University of Singapore have managed to generate enough electricity to light up 12 LEDs for 20 seconds. This isn’t just a […]
BEIJING: China’s industrial production showed a solid rebound in the first quarter of 2025, boosting hopes for meeting the country’s annual economic targets. According to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the sector’s performance has played a key role in driving overall growth. The focus keyphrase China industrial growth appeared early in the […]
LONDON: In a stunning breakthrough, scientists have found the strongest evidence yet of possible life on an alien planet. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, researchers detected gases in the atmosphere of planet K2-18 b that, on Earth, are only produced by living organisms. The team observed traces of dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and dimethyl disulfide […]
OSAKA: The GCC pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka are turning heads — and rightly so. Dressed in desert hues and coast-inspired tones, these national showcases from the Gulf region are making waves with themes of innovation, humanity, and sustainability. At the centre of the action is Saudi Arabia’s pavilion, the second-largest after Japan’s. It dazzles […]
LONDON: Royal Mail is giving its iconic red postboxes a much-needed 21st-century glow-up—after 175 years. In a bid to stay relevant in a parcel-loving world, it’s trialling high-tech upgrades, including solar panels, barcode scanners, and app features. This modern makeover is being tested in five locations, with a clear goal: make it easier for people […]
DUBAI: The global semiconductor revenue surged 21% in 2024, reaching a massive $655.9 billion, up from $542.1 billion in 2023, according to final figures released by tech research giant Gartner Inc. This sharp increase is being credited to rising AI demand and a huge 73.4% jump in memory revenue. For the first time ever, NVIDIA […]
OSAKA: The UAE will unveil a spectacular architectural wonder at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai, built using over two million palm fronds, blending heritage with futuristic sustainability. The UAE pavilion, themed “Earth to Ether”, takes the shape of a forest of 90 towering wooden columns, each 16 metres tall. This striking display honours the humble palm tree […]
