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Sharjah Light Festival to illuminate 12 iconic landmarks
The eagerly awaited 13th Sharjah Light Festival (SLF) is scheduled to illuminate the night skies from February 7th to 18th. Hosted by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), this grand event promises to transform…
India unveils G20-backed alliance for women-led development
India has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative known as the “Alliance for Global Good, Gender Equity, and Equality,” marking a significant step in the nation’s commitment to advancing women-led development. The initiative emerged as a…
Greenland’s ice sheet melting 20% faster, says study
In a comprehensive study published in the journal Nature on Wednesday, scientists have unveiled alarming findings regarding Greenland’s ice sheet. This study, led by co-author Chad Greene and his team, provides a closer look at the…
Avalanches strand 1,000 tourists in Xinjiang
In a remote village in China’s Xinjiang region, around 1,000 tourists are stranded following a series of avalanches that have blocked access routes. The incident, which occurred in Hemu Village, a popular tourist destination near the…
Grindavik’s eruption eases; geologists alert for more activity
In Grindavik, Iceland, the recent volcanic eruption, which had threatened the small fishing town, showed signs of subsiding as of Tuesday. However, despite the decreased activity, experts and authorities have warned that the risk of future…
IMF highlights AI’s threat to 40% of global jobs, rising inequality
In a recent assessment by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), it has been revealed that nearly 40% of jobs worldwide could be influenced by the burgeoning development of artificial intelligence (AI), a trend that might exacerbate…
The intricate path towards tripling global renewable energy by 2030
The global renewable energy landscape underwent a dramatic transformation in 2023, with capacity growing by 50% to 510 gigawatts (GW), marking the most significant increase in over two decades, as per the International Energy Agency (IEA).…
AI revolution and its impact on work and economy
As the nexus of artificial intelligence (AI) and the workforce continues to evolve, the landscape of traditional labor and cost structures is undergoing a significant transformation. Companies are increasingly turning to AI for efficiency…
UN’s 2024 budget set at $3.59 billion, with focus on peacebuilding
The United Nations General Assembly, in a significant move, has approved a budget of $3.59 billion for the year 2024. This financial plan includes a noteworthy component: the establishment of a special account dedicated to the…
Northwest China quake leaves 149 dead and two missing
In a recent update from state media, the death toll from a powerful earthquake in China’s northwestern provinces has risen to 149. This significant seismic event, a magnitude 6.2 quake, struck a week ago, with its epicenter located at the…