Elon Musk's SpaceX files for what could be historic IPO
BusinessUnited States of AmericaElon Musk's SpaceX files for what could be historic IPORoshni Majumdar with AFP, AP, ReutersThe rocket giant could seek to raise $75 billion in the IPO, in what could be the biggest-ever market debut. Musk, set to become SpaceX's CEO, CTO, and Chairman of the Board, »»»
Wars without fronts: When cyberspace becomes the stage for shadow conflicts
The world we inhabit is no longer solely governed by the roar of cannons or the thunder of traditional armies. Beneath the tangible surface of our physical reality, another dimension is quietly taking shape, far from plain sight. We have, perhaps without full awareness, crossed the threshold into a»»»
Lithuania’s PM apologises for communication failures during drone alerts
Lithuania’s Social Democratic Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene apologised for failing to warn the public in a timely manner about an incoming drone on the morning of May 20 and pledged to provide more frequent updates on drone-related incidents and shelter instructions. Warnings of attack danger (red »»»
COMMENT: UzNIF’s IPO marks a milestone for Uzbekistan’s capital markets
The listing of the Uzbekistan National Investment Fund (UzNIF) on the London Stock Exchange marked a landmark development whose importance extends far beyond a single financial transaction. It signifies a new phase in Uzbekistan’s economic transformation, highlighting the growing international reco»»»
House passes bipartisan housing affordability bill - UPI.com
The U.S. Capitol is shown in Washington, D.C. On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed a bill aimed at addressing housing affordability and increasing homeownership and housing supply. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 20 (UPI) -- The U.S. House of Representatives passed legi»»»
Italian tourists are back in Egypt
Following a suspension that followed the Russian plane crash in October 2015, Italy suspended its flights to Egypt. Recent news indicates that Italy will resume flights to Egypt’s Sharm al-Sheik Airport. Official sources from the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation revealed last Thursday that an It»»»
The Effect of the turbulent economic crisis on the mental health
MEO had the pleasure to Chit chat with Dr. Najla Najib Psychologist and founder of Inside Out Counseling to uncover to our readers the effect of the economic crisis on the mental health and how to prevent the critical psychological drawbacks that could result in from facing various financial stress»»»
139 Ebola deaths, 600 infections recorded in DRC: WHO
GENEVA: The World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on Wednesday that 600 cases of Ebola and 139 associated deaths have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that figures are expected to rise due to the prolonged undetected spread of the virus across both the DRC and Uganda. »»»
Ukrainian PM Lisa Yasko asserts: Any country trading with Russia is on 'the wrong side of history'
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Lisa Yasko, Ukrainian MP for Zelensky's political party "Servant of the People". Ms Yasko offers a striking portrait of a country caught between diplomacy and survival. Speaking against the backdrop of deepening ties between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, China, s»»»
FAO warns of agri-food shock from Strait of Hormuz closure
ROME: The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations warned that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz risks triggering a structural agrifood shock, which could culminate in a severe global food price crisis within six to 12 months. The situation could be further exacerbate»»»
Business - EU makes headway towards ratifying US trade deal, under pressure from Trump
After marathon five-hour talks, representatives from the EU Parliament and the EU Council agreed on Wednesday to go ahead and ratify the trade pact found with the US in July 2025. US President Donald Trump had threatened to increase tariffs on EU autos to 25 percent if the deal wasn't implemented b»»»
What to know about the US indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been charged in a US indictment with murder and other crimes for his alleged role in the downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Miami-based exiles in 1996 off the coast of the Caribbean island. The allegations come as part of escalating pressure by the T»»»
SSIF, SJIF sign agreement to accelerate investment cooperation
AMMAN — The Social Security Investment Fund (SSIF) and the Saudi Jordanian Investment Fund (SJIF) signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at accelerating investment cooperation and identifying strategic opportunities across priority sectors in Jordan.The agreement reflects growing efforts to exp»»»
Putin-Trump meeting may happen during APEC summit in November, Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump could meet on the sidelines of the APEC summit in China in November, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov has said, while stressing that no talks are currently planned. Putin, who has just concluded his official two-day visit to China, told Chines»»»
US indicts Cuba's former president Raul Castro, 94, in connection with a 1996 incident
The United States indicted former Cuban president Raul Castro in connection with a 1996 incident, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Wednesday, marking an escalation in the pressure campaign against the communist government in Havana. Castro faces charges including murder, conspirac»»»
Police sue to block Jan 6 rioters from payouts via Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Two police officers who defended the US Capitol from a pro-Trump mob on January 6, 2021, filed suit Wednesday to block those who took part in the violence from receiving payouts from a new fund totaling nearly $1.8 billion. The fund, destined for Trump allies claiming political prosecution,&n»»»
Far-right Israeli minister sparks outcry with video of bound and kneeling Gaza flotilla activists
Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video on Wednesday of some 430 activists detained from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, many of them bound and kneeling, accompanied by the message: "Welcome to Israel." European governments and Israeli politicians were qui»»»
Digital bottleneck: How Iran wants to use internet access as leverage in the war
Tehran is floating the idea of charging the world’s largest tech companies – including Google, Meta, Microsoft and Amazon – for using the undersea internet cables crossing the Strait of Hormuz in a new attempt to exploit its control over the critical waterway to ratchet up economic pressure on the »»»
Perspective - Ebola in DR Congo: 'This could be a very bad outbreak,' MSF health worker says
A vaccination and epidemic response adviser who is about to fly out to DR Congo to try to help in the fight against Ebola has told FRANCE 24 that the signs are the current outbreak will be a serious one. Already more than 130 people have been killed, with over 500 more cases detected. John Joh»»»
Musk’s SpaceX discloses filing for initial public offering - UPI.com
SpaceX technicians and pad workers make final preparations for a launch Tuesday on Orbital Launch Pad 2 at Starbase, Texas. SpaceX announced its plan for an initial public offering Wednesday. Photo by Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo May 20 (UPI) -- SpaceX, the American aerospace and artificial intel»»»
Tunisia working to develop energy model based on supporting renewable energy, says Wael Chouchane
Tunis, May 21 (TAP) - Tunisia is working to develop a new energy model based on supporting renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, managing energy demand and promoting innovation and young talent, particularly startups in the fields of...»»»
Hormuz is not just an oil story: New investment, AI, freedom of navigation key to building resilient energy system — Sultan Al Jaber
ABU DHABI: Renewed infrastructure investment and an absolute commitment to freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz are needed to enhance global energy resilience, according to Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO »»»
Business mission to Canada: 6 Tunisian companies set out to conquer Francophone market
Tunis, May 21 (TAP) - Six Tunisian companies operating in the agri-food and information and communication technology (ICT) sectors are taking part in a business mission to Canada, specifically in Montreal and Quebec City, from May 19 to 22,...»»»
The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches
The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleChelsea CoatesBBC World Service BLRRCLocal campaigners in Barbuda say they are losing access to the island's beaches On the small Caribbean island of Barbuda, the Pink Sands Beach Bar played hos»»»
Egypt’s Strategic Debt Management and Positive International Collaboration
In a recent update from Medafrica Times, the World Bank has outlined Egypt’s external debt repayment obligations for the fiscal year, totaling $60.8 billion due between July 2024 and June 2025. This detailed financial roadmap underscores Egypt’s proactive approach towards fulfilling its financial c»»»