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Riyadh Metro Crosses 100 Million Journeys in Record Time

  • September 26, 2025
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The Riyadh Metro, managed by the Royal Commission for the Capital, has surpassed 100 million passenger journeys in under nine months since its official launch in December 2024. This achievement highlights both the rapid public adoption of the new network and its central role in shaping Riyadh’s future as a global tourism and business hub. […]

Travel

Istanbul Attracts 13.5 Million Tourists in First Nine Months of 2025

  • September 26, 2025
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Istanbul recorded an impressive 13.5 million tourist arrivals during the first nine months of 2025, underscoring its growing position as a leading global travel destination. This surge highlights the city’s ability to attract visitors despite regional challenges and global uncertainties. Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy shared the figures during a recent meeting with […]

Travel

Slovenia Bans Netanyahu from Entering — Upholds International Law Stance

  • September 26, 2025
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Slovenia has announced a travel ban on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a decision that underscores the country’s growing determination to align its foreign policy with international law and humanitarian principles. Officials confirmed on Thursday that the measure follows a series of steps Slovenia has taken in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and […]

Education

China Overhauls Higher Education to Fuel Innovation and Meet Industry Demands

  • September 26, 2025
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China has launched a transformative three-year action plan to reshape its higher education system, aligning academic disciplines with national priorities and emerging industries. The initiative, running through 2027, aims to rebalance majors, enhance foundational subjects, and foster interdisciplinary innovation. The plan emphasizes the urgent development of fields like artificial intelligence, integrated circuits, and low-altitude technology. […]

Education

Vietnam Showcases 80 Years of Educational Progress Through VEPH’s Visionary Exhibition”

  • September 26, 2025
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To mark the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day, the Vietnam Education Publishing House (VEPH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Training and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, unveiled dynamic exhibition spaces that celebrate the nation’s educational and cultural milestones. Held from August 28 to September 15, 2025, the National Achievements […]

Education

Afghan Students Demand Respect for Sports and Calligraphy in Public Schools”

  • September 26, 2025
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Students across Kabul’s public schools are voicing frustration over the neglect of sports and calligraphy in their curriculum. These subjects, they argue, are often taught by unqualified teachers and receive little institutional support, leaving students demotivated and underprepared. Yasna, a student in Kabul’s sixth district, shared that sports and calligraphy are sidelined at her school. […]

Business

‎Pakistan Strikes Rs1.275 Trillion Loan Deal to Ease Power Sector Circular Debt

  • September 26, 2025
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‎In a significant move to tackle Pakistan’s long-standing power sector crisis, the federal government has finalized a Rs1.275 trillion financing deal with a consortium of 18 commercial banks at favorable interest rates. ‎‎The signing ceremony was held at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in Islamabad, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended virtually from New York, […]

Business

BYD Tops Tesla Again as Chinese Carmakers Gain Ground in Europe’s EV Market

  • September 26, 2025
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Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has once again overtaken Tesla in the European Union (EU) market, outselling the U.S. automaker for the second straight month, according to fresh data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) on Thursday.‎‎BYD sold three times as many vehicles in September 2025 compared to August 2024, achieving 201.3% […]

Gaming

HoYoverse Reveals Petit Planet, a New Cozy Cosmic Life Sim

  • September 26, 2025
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The studio behind Genshin Impact, HoYoverse has unveiled Petit Planet, a cozy cosmic life-simulation that lets players design their own tiny world. The game blends life-sim staples with whimsical space motifs, allowing users to customize environments, adjust sky palettes, and shape beaches, forests, and grass. Petit Planet centers on calm, creative play and social connectivity […]