Tesla’s sales are in trouble. The once-dominant EV giant saw double-digit declines in deliveries in early 2024, a sharp contrast to its rapid growth in previous years. While the global electric vehicle market is expanding, Tesla’s grip is loosening—and the reasons go beyond just competition. A major factor is Elon Musk himself. While Tesla’s CEO […]
Scoring a perfect 1600 on the SAT is a near-impossible feat, accomplished by only 300-500 students out of 1.7 million test-takers each year. This places students like West Orange High School senior Sahli Negassi in an elite group of academic high-flyers. The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) has been a crucial academic benchmark since 1926. While […]
A new app called Protector has just launched on the Apple App Store, and it’s quickly gaining attention. Often called “Uber with guns,” the app allows users to book on-demand bodyguards along with a black car for their ride, offering an extra layer of security for those who need it. Currently, the service is only […]
In a rare astronomical event, the first day of Ramadan in 2025 will coincide with March 1. This alignment between the Hijri and Gregorian calendars is a moment of exceptional precision, as the Hijri year follows the lunar cycle while the Gregorian calendar is based on the solar cycle. The alignment in 2025, where Ramadan […]
SHANGHAI: The city’s robotics industry is advancing rapidly, fuelled by artificial intelligence and cutting-edge research in humanoid and quadruped robotics. At Shanghai University’s robot dog simulation training ground, students are working with highly agile quadruped robots that can roll, bow, and navigate obstacles. These developments highlight the city’s commitment to pushing robotics innovation across multiple […]
Naseem Shah, standing at the non-striker’s end, requested Kohli to tie his shoelaces. Without hesitation, the former India captain obliged, creating a heartwarming scene that instantly went viral. Virat Kohli once again won hearts, with a gesture that showcased the true spirit of cricket during the India-Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. During […]
DUBAI: In what’s being called the biggest digital heist in history, hackers have stolen $1.5bn (£1.2bn) from the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. The Dubai-based platform confirmed the theft, which saw an attacker gain control of a wallet holding Ethereum, one of the most popular digital currencies after Bitcoin. The stolen funds were then transferred to an […]
DUBAI: The CIA is moving ahead with what could be the largest mass firing in nearly 50 years, targeting officers involved in diversity, equality, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) programs. On February 21, the agency began summoning these officers, instructing them to either resign or face termination. However, a federal court quickly intervened to halt the […]
ISTANBUL: IS Gida, the franchise operator, filed for bankruptcy last week with its CEO Ilkem Sahin saying it had an outstanding debt of 7.7 billion Turkish liras ($214 million). The bankruptcy could result the closure of 537 restaurants and the loss of some 7,000 jobs, prompting protests in several cities including Istanbul. The announcement came […]
Meta recently moved to lay off 3,600 workers has been followed by a significant bonus increase for its executives. In an SEC filing, the company announced plans to boost the target bonus percentage for named executive officers from 75% of their base salary to 200%. This change, effective from the 2025 performance period, excludes CEO […]
DUBAI: Indonesia has highlighted the importance of ethical practices in the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI), stressing that AI should benefit society while minimising its associated risks. At the Tech & Telco Summit 2025, Indonesian Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Nezar Patria, explained that ethical AI practices are essential to ensure […]
