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Exploring the Reasons Behind Dubai’s Heavy Rainfall

19Apr By AnkitaNo Comments

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Exploring the Reasons Behind Dubai’s Heavy Rainfall

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently experienced its heaviest rainfall ever due to a severe thunderstorm that struck the country late on Monday night, resulting in one fatality, property damage, and disruptions to air travel in Dubai. Dubai, a typically arid region, received an unprecedented amount of rain, with more than 142 millimetres falling in just one day – a stark contrast to the average annual rainfall of 94.7 millimetres at Dubai International Airport. The heavy downpour led to widespread flooding, causing chaos at the airport and throughout the city. The impact of the heavy rains was felt across Dubai, with homes flooded, vehicles abandoned on roads, and popular shopping centers like Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates overcome with water. School closures and work-from-...

Apple’s iPhone Shipment Decline as Samsung Takes the Lead

15Apr By PriyankaNo Comments

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Apple’s iPhone Shipment Decline as Samsung Takes the Lead

In the first quarter of 2024, Apple experienced a 10 per cent drop in smartphone shipments, facing tough competition from Android smartphone manufacturers. Data from research firm IDC revealed that global smartphone shipments grew by 7.8 per cent to 289.4 million units in the January-March period. Samsung emerged as the top phonemaker with a 20.8 per cent market share, surpassing Apple. Following a strong performance in the December quarter, where Apple surpassed Samsung to become the world's No.1 phone maker, the iPhone-maker slipped back to the second spot with a 17.3 per cent market share. Chinese brands like Huawei are gaining market share, contributing to Apple's decline. Xiaomi, a leading Chinese smartphone manufacturer, secured the third position with a market share of 14.1 p...

Singapore Government Raises Minimum Wages for Expats

18Mar By PriyankaNo Comments

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Singapore Government Raises Minimum Wages for Expats

18th March, 2024: Singapore Government has implemented new regulations regarding minimum wages for foreign workers, particularly focusing on the Employment Pass (EP) policy. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has announced adjustments to the EP minimum qualifying salary, increasing it from $5,000 to $5,600 per month. This increment will be progressively raised with age, reaching up to $10,700 for individuals in their mid-40s. These changes aim to maintain equitable opportunities for local employees across all age demographics. The EP is a work permit that allows foreign professionals, managers, and executives to be employed in Singapore. The minimum qualifying salary for the EP is based on the top one-third of local PMET1 wages, ensuring that EP holders meet high-quality standards. The...

Accenture Acquired Udacity, Launched Accenture LearnVantage Platform

7Mar By AdityaNo Comments

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Accenture Acquired Udacity, Launched Accenture LearnVantage Platform

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California; March 7, 2024 – IT MNC Accenture acquired Udacity, a digital education pioneer with deep expertise in the development and delivery of proprietary technology courses that blend the flexibility of online learning with the benefits of human instruction. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Udacity’s team of more than 230 professionals will join newly launched edtech platform Accenture LearnVantage, which provides Accenture’s clients with comprehensive technology learning and training services that will help them reskill and upskill their people in technology, data and AI to reinvent their organizations and achieve greater business value. The company will invest $1 billion in Accenture LearnVantage over three years. According to Accenture research, bus...

Tiger Woods Officially Ends 27 Year Old Nike Contract

11Jan By PriyankaNo Comments

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Tiger Woods Officially Ends 27 Year Old Nike Contract

Jan 10, 2024: In a historic announcement that has sent shockwaves through the world of golf, Tiger Woods has officially called end of his legendary 27-year partnership with the iconic sportswear brand Nike. This significant move not only marks the end of an era but also raises intriguing questions about the future of both Woods and the sport itself. Taking to social media, Woods expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Nike co-founder Phil Knight, acknowledging his "passion and vision" that brought them together when he first turned professional. An exciting journey that began in 1996, shortly after Woods clinched his third consecutive U.S. Amateur Golf Championship, sealing a monumental five-year deal reportedly worth $40 million. Throughout the years, Woods has been the face of Nike, ...

BRICS Group Expands with Five New Members

2Jan By AnkitaNo Comments

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BRICS Group Expands with Five New Members

2nd Jan, 2024, Moscow: The BRICS group, renowned as a pivotal platform for emerging markets and developing countries, has recently welcomed five new members. The inclusion of Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Ethiopia strengthens the bloc's influence and marks a significant milestone. Originally established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, the BRICS group now encompasses a wider range of nations, reflecting its growing importance in the global landscape. The acceptance of these new members into the BRICS group comes after numerous membership requests in recent years, underscoring the increasing significance and influence of the bloc. The Johannesburg Summit in August 2023 extended a formal invitation to the five nations, recognizing their econom...

Financial World Legend Charlie Munger Passes Away at 99

29Nov By AdityaNo Comments

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Financial World Legend Charlie Munger Passes Away at 99

29th November, 2023: Charlie Munger, a renowned figure known for his close association with the celebrated American investor Warren Buffett, sadly passed away at the age of 99 on Tuesday. Having spent nearly six decades as Buffett's confidant and business partner, Munger played a pivotal role in the remarkable transformation of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. from a struggling textile manufacturer to an influential global empire. Charlie Munger's family has shared the news of his peaceful passing on Tuesday at a California hospital. Berkshire Hathaway expressed their mourning in a press release, acknowledging the significant impact Munger had on the company's trajectory. Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, deeply recognized Munger's inspiration, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to the ...

Who is Mira Murati, the new interim CEO of OpenAI

18Nov By AnkitaNo Comments

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Who is Mira Murati, the new interim CEO of OpenAI

Mira Murati, a seasoned professional with a remarkable track record at OpenAI, has been appointed as the interim CEO. Having played a pivotal role in the development and implementation of groundbreaking products like ChatGPT and DALL-E, Murati now steps into the spotlight to lead the company. After the recent decision by OpenAI's board of directors to remove Sam Altman, co-founder and CEO, Mira Murati was chosen as the successor. Recognized for her unique skill set and proven expertise, Murati ensures a smooth transition while OpenAI conducts a comprehensive search for a permanent CEO. Murati, 34, has been an influential force within OpenAI for quite some time, even while holding the title of Chief Technology Officer. Current and former employees attest to her position as the head o...

Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Disruption of Social Harmony

17Nov By PriyankaNo Comments

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Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Disruption of Social Harmony

In a recently held meeting, Nepal banned the immensely popular social media application, TikTok. The move comes in response to concerns regarding the app's impact on "social harmony" within the country. Foreign Minister Narayan Prakash Saud has announced the immediate enforcement of the ban. Minister Saud emphasized that the decision was crucial in order to regulate the usage of the social media platform, which had been causing disruptions to social order, goodwill, and the dissemination of indecent content. To foster accountability, the government has demanded that social media companies register and establish liaison offices in Nepal, fulfill tax obligations, and adhere to the nation's laws and regulations. While it remains unclear what specifically prompted this ban, speculation ...

Israeli Police Collaborate with Binance to Freeze Hamas Cryptocurrency Accounts

11Oct By AdityaNo Comments

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Israeli Police Collaborate with Binance to Freeze Hamas Cryptocurrency Accounts

Tel Aviv, 11th Oct 2023: In a swift operation, the Israeli police, alongside the Blade 433 cyber unit, the National Counterterrorism Headquarters, the Israel Securities Authority, and various intelligence bodies, have successfully frozen multiple cryptocurrency accounts linked to Hamas. This action followed the militant group's surprise attack over the weekend. Suspicions arose when Hamas, deemed a terrorist organization by the United Nations, launched a fundraising campaign on social media platforms following the outbreak of war. Encouraging the public to deposit cryptocurrencies into their accounts, Hamas aimed to amass financial support for their activities. Recognizing the urgency, the Police Cyber Unit and Ministry of Defense swiftly mobilized to locate and freeze the identifie...

Huawei Launches Services in Saudi Arabia

5Sep By AnkitaNo Comments

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Huawei Launches Services in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia , Sept. 5, 2023-- Huawei announced the launch of the Huawei Cloud Riyadh Region at the Huawei Cloud Saudi Arabia Summit 2023. This Region will help promote digital-driven economic growth in the country. The launch of the Huawei Cloud Riyadh Region announced that the Saudi Arabia region will be the focus of Huawei Cloud to serve the Middle East , Central Asia and Africa, providing innovative, reliable, secure and sustainable cloud services. This achievement underscores Huawei CLOUD's unwavering dedication to supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, aligned with the nation's ambitious goals of technological advancement, leadership, and innovation. Huawei Cloud Saudi Region is located in Riyadh and, through a 3AZ (availability zone) architecture, will provide secure ...

11Apr By AdityaNo Comments

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The Iconic Brand “Tupperware” can go Out of Business, Doubt Over its Growth

ORLANDO, Fla., April 11, 2023 ― Leading global consumer products company Tupperware warned that the company could be going out of business due to unsustainable growth and cash crunch. In a regulatory filing Tupperware said that it has engaged with financial advisors to find financing to keep the company in business. Further it said, due to the challenging internal and external business economics, coupled with the increased levels and cost of borrowings under its Credit Facility, the Company currently forecasts that, if it is unable to obtain adequate capital resources or amendments to its Credit Agreement, it may not have adequate liquidity in the near term. As a result, the Company has concluded there is substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. This goi...