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Qatar and Philippines Explore New Avenues to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties

Qatar Chamber recently hosted the Qatari–Philippine Business Meeting in Doha to strengthen trade and investment cooperation between the two countries. The session was co-chaired by Qatar Chamber Chairman Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani and Enunina Mangio, President of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce...

Qatar Selected to Host Global Disaster Risk Reduction Platform in 2028

Qatar has been chosen to host the 9th Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GP2028), a major international forum led by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. The selection recognizes Qatar’s strong capabilities, commitment to resilience, and ongoing support for global disaster-risk...

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Washington Reconsiders Chip Tariff Rollout as Rare Earth Dependence Raises Alarms

The US government is taking a cautious approach toward semiconductor tariffs amid fears that China could retaliate in ways that harm critical supply chains. Sources familiar with the matter say officials have privately advised partners that rollout timing is now under review. Rare earth minerals vital to chip production remain a major concern. Analysts warn that China could exploit this dependency. The White House denies any strategic...

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February Chinese New Year Recovery Hope May Disappoint Japanese Businesses

Small business owners throughout Japan are expressing hope for recovery of Chinese tourism by Chinese New Year in February, but expert analysis and historical precedents...

“Ukraine Rejects Deal Limiting Long-Range Weapons: ‘We Must Defend Ourselves’”

Trump’s peace plan bans Ukraine from possessing long-range weapons. Zelenskyy said such restrictions are unacceptable. Ukrainian officials say it leaves the country exposed. Trump expects the...

PLP Anxiety: Worried MPs See Burnham as Insurance Against Electoral Disaster

The mood within the Parliamentary Labour Party (PLP) is one of growing anxiety, with an increasing number of worried MPs viewing Mayor Andy Burnham as...

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HP’s Route to Profitability Eliminates 6,000 Employee Positions

Computer and printer manufacturer HP has announced plans to reduce its global workforce by 4,000 to 6,000 employees by October 2028, representing approximately one-tenth of...

“Vibe Coding” Wins Word of the Year, Heralding an Era of Accessible Programming

Collins Dictionary has crowned "vibe coding" its 2025 Word of the Year, a choice that celebrates a profound shift in technology: the democratization of software...

Google’s ‘Project Suncatcher’: A New Hope or a New Blight for Astronomers?

For Google, "Project Suncatcher" is a "moonshot" to create a scalable, sustainable AI. But for astronomers, it's a potential new nightmare, adding to the "light...

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Tennis Tournament Structure Revolutionizes Football’s Premier Event

Tennis tournament structure has revolutionized football's premier event as FIFA announced bracketing for the 2026 World Cup that mirrors grand slam competitions. Spain, Argentina, France, and England will occupy separate brackets as the top four seeds, preventing them from facing each other until the semi-finals or final. FIFA has justified this cross-sport adaptation as promoting competitive balance, though it represents a dramatic departure from traditional...

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