News
Nearly 4 million residents of southern Japan have been urged to evacuate as Typhoon Shanshan made landfall on Thursday, unleashing hurricane-force winds, torrential rains, and dangerous storm surges across Kyushu, the country’s southernmost island. The powerful storm has left thousands without power and caused significant…
Under the new BioE3 policy, India aims to triple its bio economy to $300 billion by 2030, building on a decade of unprecedented growth. Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced the ambitious target, highlighting that from a modest $10 billion in 2014, India’s bio economy has soared…
Business
MENA Newswire News Desk: Complaints of fraud and scams have surged to a six-year high, driven largely by a rise in online bank transfers used in investment scams. The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) reported receiving 8,734 complaints from consumers between April and June this year, marking a 43%…
Health
Federal inspectors from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) uncovered significant violations at a Boar’s Head plant in Jarratt, Virginia, linked to a listeria outbreak that has caused a nationwide recall of deli meats. The violations include mold, mildew, and insects repeatedly found throughout the facility, according to…
South Korea’s latest COVID-19 data reveals a significant spike in virus levels within wastewater amid an ongoing summer outbreak, officials reported. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA), the concentration of COVID-19 detected in sewage treatment facilities has seen a near doubling over the…
Italy and Korea have heightened their alert levels, while France anticipates sporadic cases as MPox poses a growing threat globally. These nations are stepping up their public health responses amid increasing infections and global concerns about the disease’s spread. In Italy, health authorities have noted a…
A recent scandal involving cooking oil in China has led to a surge in local demand for home oil presses, reflecting growing concerns about food safety. Authorities have launched an investigation following reports that a major state-owned company used fuel tankers to transport cooking…
A recent American Cancer Society study highlights that up to 40% of new cancer diagnoses and 44% of cancer-related deaths among adults over 30 could be prevented through changes in lifestyle. Published this week, the study underscores the detrimental effects of smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and…
Recent findings highlight the health risks associated with alcohol consumption, even at moderate levels. According to Dr. Tim Stockwell of the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research, a daily intake of just one alcoholic drink can reduce one’s lifespan by roughly two-and-a-half months. This information…
Technology
MENA Newswire News Desk: Lenovo has unveiled its latest innovations at Lenovo Innovation World 2024 in Berlin, showcasing new models from its Yoga and IdeaPad series, all enhanced with advanced AI technology. The new lineup includes several high-performance devices designed to boost productivity and…
In a major advancement for the UAE’s space capabilities, Bayanat AI PLC, in collaboration with Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat), has successfully launched the nation’s first Low Earth Orbit Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite. The launch, executed on August 16,…
OpenAI has raised concerns about the potential for users to become overly dependent on its new ChatGPT voice mode, which offers real-time, human-like responses. Launched last week for premium users, this feature marks a significant leap in making AI interactions more lifelike,…
In a grand reveal at the Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris, Samsung Electronics introduced the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6, alongside the Galaxy Buds3 and Galaxy Buds3 Pro. This new lineup underscores Samsung’s integration of advanced AI features and innovative design. The…