There’s a moment backstage at Web Summit when a member of the production crew — easily twice the size of Laurent Mekies — wraps a beefy arm around the Oracle Red Bull Racing CEO’s shoulder and steers him toward the soundboard to retrieve his phone for a selfie. Most executives leading 2,000-person organizations would bristle at the informality, even from …

The cricketing world is set for another thrilling chapter in the fierce rivalry between India and South Africa, as the two teams prepare to lock horns in a two-match Test series, beginning November 14 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The series promises to be a captivating contest between two sides brimming with young talent and seasoned campaigners. India have received …

Scientists believe they have uncovered the remains of a secret entrance to an ancient Egyptian pyramid, approximately 4,500 years after its construction, following the discovery of a mysterious ‘void. ‘. The suspected concealed entrance is thought to have provided access to the Pyramid of Menkaure, the smallest of the three principal pyramids forming the renowned Giza complex. Constructed around 2510 …

Hong Kong is gearing up for a Legislative Council election on December 7, as 161 candidates are confirmed to be joining the race after nominations closed last week. With 5 per cent more hopefuls than the previous poll in 2021, this year’s election leaves no seats uncontested. There will also be fiercer competition in the geographical constituencies, as major political …

Building a workplace team that operates efficiently and harmoniously is one of the greatest achievements for any organization. Effective teams don’t just complete tasks, they inspire collaboration, boost morale, and drive innovation. Developing this kind of synergy doesn’t happen by accident. It requires intentional effort, trust-building, clear communication, and shared goals that align with the company’s vision. When a team …

Say it quietly: the Gulf is closer now to putting past enmities to bed and unlocking the enormous potential of its youth than it has been at any point in living memory. The states of the Arabian Gulf are already demonstrating a coordinated muscular foreign policy that reflects the confidence and ambition of its peoples on the global stage. Iran’s …

The volume of data businesses manage grows rapidly, and with it, the demands for scalability, availability, and protection also increase. In this landscape, cloud storage has become a fundamental component of IT infrastructure, particularly in environments that prioritize regulatory compliance and operational continuity. Simply put, cloud storage enables files, databases, and systems to be stored on servers accessible via the …

Market volatility often strikes fear into the hearts of many investors. When prices swing wildly, headlines scream about crashes, corrections, and chaos. Yet, for the prepared and informed investor, volatility isn’t just turbulence—it’s opportunity. The key lies in knowing how to navigate these shifts strategically. Here are 10 ways you can profit from market volatility instead of fearing it. Buy …

Anthony Anderson is an Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor, producer, and comedian who has built one of the most respected careers in modern entertainment. Born in Compton, California, Anderson’s passion for performance began early. While attending Hollywood High School for the Performing Arts, he won first place in the NAACP ACTSO Awards for his rendition of The Great White Hope. …

This growing exposure to foreign pricing, product range and service standards is subtly rewriting what people expect when buying locally. You now have instant access to global benchmarks, sometimes without even realising it. The simplicity of comparing multiple international sites in one place has normalised the idea that every transaction should be transparent, fast and competitively priced. The result is …

The agreement capping the number of warheads and the means of their delivery is set to expire on February 5 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has urged the US to take up its proposal for a one-year extension of the key nuclear arms control treaty set to expire on February 5. The New START agreement, signed in 2010, caps deployed …

The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Historically focused squarely on safety and efficacy, the sector is now embracing a new priority: sustainability. This shift is driving a revolution in pharmaceutical packaging, with companies actively seeking greener alternatives that reduce environmental impact without compromising the integrity of medical products. The move towards sustainability is not just a trend; it’s …

The process of creating an avatar can feel daunting, given the vast number of software options available. Drawing from years of professional experience in digital media and visual content creation, each tool has been tested with careful attention to detail and a methodical approach. The evaluation focuses on ease of use, avoiding overly complex professional features, affordability, and sufficient functionality …

In today’s hectic fast-paced world, where most things are built simply for convenience and speed, it’s quite easy to forget the value of patience, precision and hands-on craftsmanship. That’s exactly why mechanical watches continue to hold a special place in the hearts of collectors and casual shoppers alike. Today, we are going to take a closer look at the watchmaking …

In commercial construction, aluminium doors are quickly becoming the B2B material of choice for projects in which durability, aesthetics and long-term return on investment are key. Aluminium is increasingly favoured by commercial developers, contractors, façade engineers and architects for external and internal systems, and it’s not purely about the look of the material. In almost every aspect of lifecycle economics, …