Business
The EU imported €478 billion in high-tech products in 2023, with China and the US leading the list of suppliers. Exports grew by 3 percent, reaching €461 billion.
The US economy added 254,000 jobs in September, beating projections of 140,000. The unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%, showing continued strength in the labor market.
The UAE’s insurance sector recorded AED 2.5 billion in profits for 2023, driven by higher investment income, and witnessed a sharp rise in written policies, according to the Central Bank of the UAE.
The EU imported 2.7 million tonnes of coffee from non-EU countries in 2023, valued at €10.6 billion, with Brazil and Vietnam supplying 58% of total imports, according to Eurostat.
Russia remains a major energy player despite global challenges, with over 90% of its energy exports going to friendly countries, Putin declared at the Russian Energy Week forum.
The UAE and New Zealand concluded negotiations on a comprehensive trade partnership aimed at boosting economic ties and investment opportunities between the two countries.
Health
Experts warn of alcohol’s toxic impact on the body, linking it to over 5% of global cancer cases, while urging the public to limit consumption to reduce cancer risk.
Sports
The Abu Dhabi Powerboat Team is set for a pivotal race in Norway’s UIM F2 World Championship.
FIFA Congress in Bangkok set to choose host for 2027 Women’s World Cup from narrowed field of two contenders.
Global fans can now mint ‘Unseen City Shirts’ as digital collectibles in collaboration between OKX and Manchester City.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and FIFA President Gianni Infantino discussed global sports collaboration.
Tunisian tennis sensation, Ons Jabeur, secures a spot in the last eight of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open after a commanding straight-sets victory over British player Emma Raducanu. With a bye in the Round of 32…
Nigeria clinches AFCON final berth after thrilling penalty win vs South Africa. Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerges as hero with crucial saves.
South Korea secures AFC Asian Cup 2023™ quarter-finals spot with a dramatic shootout victory over Saudi Arabia.
Lionel Messi, the revered Inter Miami and Argentina forward, has etched his name deeper into football history by securing his eighth Ballon d’Or title. This latest accolade, announced in a grand ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in…