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Commercial International Bank and Mastercard just renewed their partnership to bring secure digital banking to millions more Egyptians. The collaboration promises easier credit access and stronger financial tools across one of the Middle East's fastest-growing digital economies.
Arsenal defeated Burnley 1-0 to move within touching distance of their first Premier League championship since the legendary 2004 "Invincibles" season. Manager Mikel Arteta's squad could make history twice in May, with a Champions League final against PSG still to come.
South Korea is launching a massive collaboration between tech giants, universities, and hospitals to build AI-powered humanoid robots that can work in factories, hospitals, and care facilities. With $37 million in funding through 2030, the project aims to make Korea a global leader in the next-generation robot market.
A Norwegian court ruled the state violated human rights by forcibly medicating and isolating a mental health patient. The historic decision sets a powerful precedent for protecting patient rights across Europe.
Wu Yize became snooker's second-youngest world champion at 22, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a thriller at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. His victory comes after years of sacrifice, including leaving China at 16 and living in a windowless flat while his mother battled health issues back home.
Wu Yize became the second-youngest world snooker champion ever, winning a nail-biting final 18-17 against Shaun Murphy at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. The 22-year-old Chinese player, who once lived in a windowless flat pursuing his dreams, sealed victory with a gutsy break of 85 in the deciding frame.
Four-time champion John Higgins pulled off one of snooker's greatest comebacks at the World Championship, recovering from a five-frame deficit to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12 in a thrilling final-frame finish. The dramatic victory at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre sends Higgins to the quarter-finals and proves that champions never quit.
World champion Kyren Wilson turned a heartbreaking deficit into an inspiring comeback, rallying from 7-3 down to win 10-7 against teenage sensation Stan Moody at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre. The match showcased both Wilson's championship grit and the bright future ahead for 19-year-old Moody.
International investigators traced 45 Ukrainian children forcibly taken to Russia, marking a crucial step forward in efforts to reunite families torn apart by war. The two-day effort brought together experts from 18 countries using digital tools to find the missing children.
Northern Ireland snooker star Mark Allen turned his World Championship around after an "embarrassing" first session by spending the evening with friends, drinks, and football. The 40-year-old bounced back to beat Zhang Anda 10-6 with three century breaks in five frames.
Sheffield just locked in snooker's World Championship at the legendary Crucible Theatre until 2045, with plans to expand the intimate venue by 500 seats. What started as a "dropouts' hangout" in 1977 has become sport's most electrifying stage and a £4.5 million annual boost to the city.
The World Snooker Championship opened with a touching tribute to beloved commentator John Virgo, who passed away in February at age 79. The Crucible Theatre united in remembrance before defending champion Zhao Xintong began his title defense with a hard-fought victory.
The iconic Crucible Theatre paid heartfelt tribute to snooker legend and BBC commentator John Virgo during the World Championship. The beloved figure, who died in February at 79, was remembered by the community he entertained for decades.
A Chinese battery startup just rolled out the first mass-producible solid-state battery cells that passed extreme safety tests without catching fire. Electric vehicles could soon charge faster, drive farther, and be safer than ever.
After being forcibly retired in 2025, 455 senior Nigerian police officers are getting their jobs back thanks to a decisive court victory. The ruling represents a major win for justice and accountability within Nigeria's police force.
A 19-year-old snooker player discharged himself from the hospital to compete in a must-win match, securing his spot at the World Championship just hours after doctors wanted him to stay. Stan Moody's gutsy decision paid off with a nail-biting victory that makes him the youngest British player to debut at the prestigious Crucible in nearly two decades.
A 22-year-old from England earned his spot at snooker's biggest stage while battling health challenges. Stan Moody is heading to the World Championship at Sheffield's famous Crucible Theatre.
A keystone-sized safety device tracks your belongings like an AirTag but also sounds a 130-decibel alarm and texts your location to trusted contacts when pulled apart. The Halo gives anyone navigating unsafe situations a discreet way to call for help without touching their phone.
Pebblebee just launched a device that tracks your lost keys and could save your life. The Halo tracker includes a pull-apart alarm that blasts a 130-decibel siren and sends your location to emergency contacts.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
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