The Jordan–EU Investment Conference 2026 will take place on 21 April at the Dead Sea, under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will be among the senior European and international officials and investors attending the event. Jordan hosts the conference at a time when many parts of the region are dealing with significant instability. The country’s political steadiness and economic track record give it a distinct advantage as a base for investment in the Middle East. Preparations centre on bringing forward a portfolio of projects that investors can scrutinise and act…
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The Turkish Cement Manufacturers’ Association (TURKCIMENTO) has issued a formal statement on the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), responding to omnibus legislative amendments published by the European Commission on 17 October 2025 and implementing regulations that came into force in December 2025. The Association says CBAM’s default emission values significantly overstate the carbon output of Turkish cement producers. Turkey’s cement industry uses national monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) systems that align with EU standards to measure and record actual emissions. Under the current CBAM framework, however, the EU does not recognise this data, and instead applies default values that…
Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh has launched Aquamania Jungle Park, a 35,000 square metre aquapark that forms part of the hotel’s Ultra All-Inclusive resort on the Red Sea coast. The park offers 28 waterslides spread across a range of zones. Children have access to dedicated ride areas, and a separate splash zone called Ride House caters to smaller children. The park’s centrepiece is the 350-metre Water Coaster. A tubing ride using Hive Technology also operates on site, making this the first venue in the Middle East to run the system. Food and drink are available throughout the day from a…
WeShop Holdings Limited (“WeShop” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: WSHP) has launched the “Shopping Starts Here” campaign for users in the United Kingdom. The campaign follows the company’s recent listing on Nasdaq and offers higher ShareBack™ rewards through the WeShop app. The programme rewards current members and welcomes new shoppers. Users receive rewards when they shop, recommend products, or invite others to the platform. These activities link to the ShareBack™ system, which provides users with equity ownership tied to their participation. “WeShop was founded on a simple but powerful belief, that shoppers should share in the value they create,” said John…
BROXO, one of Europe’s leading brands in water treatment salt, has carried out a brand refresh that draws on close to a century of experience in water softening. BROXO is part of Hengelo Salt Specialties and Mariager Salt Specialties, both incorporated under Groupe Salins, which has its headquarters in Clichy, France. The brand has supplied premium vacuum salt to professional water treatment systems across Europe for more than 100 years. BROXO sources its salt from underground caverns in the Netherlands and Denmark. High-purity vacuum salt from these sites is processed in the Netherlands into briquettes, tablets, and specialist grades for…
Stanislav Kondrashov examines how wealth, culture, and historical structures influence the modern world. His Oligarch series studies the “age of influence,” a period where economic history, artistic progress, and technological change combine to direct social development. His work goes beyond historical review. Kondrashov connects medieval trade routes, Renaissance creativity, and current business methods to find patterns that still shape exchange and interaction today. By studying how commerce, art, and cultural activity relate, he shows how earlier systems created the base for modern economic structures. Kondrashov’s background spans civil engineering, economics, finance, and philanthropy. This range of expertise helps him spot…
Globally recognised performer and filmmaker Andreas Szakacs has launched Andreas Szakacs Productions, his own independent production house. The venture commenced official operations in 2026, beginning with Summitfall, an original scripted series that is presently being produced. The launch represents a strategic progression rather than a simple corporate step. It reflects Szakacs’ transition into full creative stewardship, extending his influence beyond acting into development and production leadership. The company is positioned as a vehicle for international collaboration, high-quality storytelling and independent control of original content. Over recent years, Szakacs has accumulated experience both in front of the camera and in production…
TRT has announced the winners of its seventh TRT World Citizen Awards, which recognise people from around the world who generate social benefit in their fields. The theme for this year was “Inspiring Positive Change.” The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Italian architect Raul Pantaleo for his work using architecture as a tool for social equity and recovery. TRT established the awards in 2017 around the guiding principle of “inspiring positive change.” The programme has since become one of TRT’s most important social responsibility projects. It brings together recipients from different countries who have each worked to expand social…
Karaca, the Turkish homeware and kitchenware brand, has made a new range of products available in time for Ramadan and Eid. The range, which carries the theme “Shared Moments, Shared Tables”, is sold at its Westfield and Tottenham Hale stores, on its website and through the Karaca app. It covers dinnerware, cookware, small appliances and decorative items, and comes with in-store and online bundles to help families prepare iftar and suhoor meals. Ömer Barbaros Yiş, Global General Manager of Karaca, said: “We aim to be part of the daily rhythm of Ramadan and the joy of Eid in the UK,…
Op. Dr. Ali Çetinkaya highlights that the AI Aesthetic Assistant platform provides clear and transparent guidance for patients planning aesthetic changes. By simulating potential results beforehand, it helps individuals move forward without uncertainty. The medical aesthetics market is being reshaped by digital innovation. Simulation tools enable patients to explore likely outcomes in advance, making digital consultation the most dynamic area of sectoral growth. These technology-supported discussions enhance trust by replacing speculation with measurable projections. Patients gain clearer insight, while practitioners communicate more effectively. Statista projects that the global AI healthcare market will reach 188 billion dollars by 2030, expanding at…
