Author: Sam Allcock

With summer temperatures still running high, LG Electronics is leaning into indoor entertainment, unveiling its latest OLED evo and QNED evo televisions. The new models, designed with both movie lovers and gamers in mind, promise sharper visuals, brighter displays and more intelligent features. At the forefront of the OLED evo G5 and M5 series lies LG’s next-generation α11 AI Processor 4K Gen2, which analyses and adjusts more than eight million pixels in real time. The result, the company says, is nuanced, lifelike imagery with striking depth. Coupled with Brightness Booster Ultimate, these OLED screens deliver up to three times more…

The global technology group e& and Swedish telecom giant Ericsson have successfully concluded the first edition of Excelerate&, a year-long program designed to shape the UAE’s next generation of telecom leaders. Launched in 2024, Excelerate& brought together some of e&’s top young Emirati professionals, offering a mix of technical training, leadership development, and international exposure. The program concluded with an educational trip to Ericsson’s headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden. During their visit, participants engaged with executives, researchers and designers at Ericsson’s Experience Center. They explored live demonstrations of cutting-edge technologies, including AI-driven networks and 5G advancements, while also networking with global…

Azizi Developments has announced the launch of Azizi Wares, its latest freehold residential and retail project in Downtown Jebel Ali, Dubai. The development, strategically located next to Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) and the Middle East’s largest port, aims to attract investors and end-users seeking both connectivity and lifestyle convenience. The new project offers a mix of studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, alongside a curated selection of retail outlets. The residences have been designed with modern interiors and contemporary finishes, while the wider community incorporates amenities tailored to families and professionals. Facilities at Azizi Wares include swimming pools for…

Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has launched a new back-to-school campaign offering a wide range of deals tailored for families, students, and first-time drivers. The campaign combines affordability with safety and value, as customers prepare for the start of the academic season. The company said the offers reflect its focus on providing premium vehicles through flexible payment options, aftersales benefits, and competitive trade-in deals. Nissan offers for students and families Nissan’s line-up forms the cornerstone of the initiative, with models catering to practicality and…

Turkish actress Hande Erçel and businessman Hakan Sabancı have ended their relationship after nearly three years together, according to Turkish media reports. The couple, who had become one of the most prominent public pairs in Turkey’s entertainment and social circles, were widely expected to announce wedding plans. News of their separation has surprised fans who had followed their relationship closely. Social media signs Speculation about the couple’s status began when Erçel removed photographs of herself with Sabancı from her social media accounts. Images of the pair on holidays, at public events, and in private moments had been a regular feature…

A crew member working on the hit Netflix series Emily in Paris has died in Venice while preparing for the filming of its fifth season, Italian media and the show’s producers confirmed. The man, identified by newspaper La Repubblica as 47-year-old Diego Borella, served as an assistant director on the romantic comedy series. He reportedly collapsed in front of colleagues at the Hotel Danieli on Thursday evening while the production team was preparing to shoot a scene. Emergency services were called to the luxury hotel at around 19:00 local time (18:00 BST), but medical teams were unable to save him.…

At least two people have been killed after torrential rains triggered severe flooding across central Mexico, local authorities said on Saturday. The victims were discovered in the city of Querétaro late Friday, according to a civil protection report. “They were swept away by rainwater,” the statement confirmed. Heavy downpours battered large parts of the country, overwhelming drainage systems and leaving homes, vehicles, and infrastructure badly damaged. Videos circulating on social media showed streets turned into rivers, with residents struggling to navigate chest-deep water. Mexico City, home to more than nine million people, also endured intense rainfall that caused flooding in…

A powerful blast ripped through Moscow’s Central Children’s Store (CDM) on Lubyanka, killing one person and injuring three others, according to Russian authorities. Emergency services told state news agency RIA Novosti on Sunday that the explosion struck the popular toy store, a landmark shopping destination in the capital. “Three people were injured, another died,” an emergency service source confirmed. The Moscow Ministry of Emergency Situations said rescue crews and investigators were deployed immediately, securing the area and assisting victims. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said the initial assessment indicated the explosion was caused by a technical malfunction in equipment. “The situation…

Ooredoo Kuwait has officially launched HONOR’s latest range of smartphones and wearable devices, reaffirming its position as a digital leader in the country. The event, held at Ooredoo’s Main Tower, highlighted the company’s commitment to offering customers advanced technology and innovative lifestyle solutions. The launch attracted customers and technology enthusiasts, who were able to experience HONOR’s new lineup firsthand through live demonstrations, music, and interactive activities. Guests explored how the devices fit into a hyper-connected lifestyle, extending beyond communication into entertainment, productivity, and fitness. A complete lineup The smartphones unveiled include the HONOR Magic V5, Magic6 Pro, HONOR 200 Pro,…

Bitget, the global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the launch of the industry’s first Real-World Asset (RWA) Index Perpetual Contract, offering a new route for traders to gain exposure to tokenized traditional assets. The pioneering product, which goes live on 20 August, will allow trading on tokenized versions of major stocks including Tesla (TSLAUSDT), Nvidia (NVDAUSDT), and Coinbase (CRCLUSDT). The contracts are built on a composite index of tokenized stock products already circulating in the market, issued by third-party platforms. For example, an Apple RWA Index contract could combine tokens of Apple shares from multiple issuers, ensuring more…