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Tebboune Vows Better Living Conditions for Algerians

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune pledged on Thursday to enhance the country’s returns and improve the living conditions of Algerians, indicating a 47 percent increase in salaries early next year, the German News Agency said. He said that 2023 will see "better achievements and the improvement of living conditions.” His remarks…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 20, 2023

Vietnam’s Co To Island Bans Plastic Products

In a major ecological boost, Co To island in the northern province of Quang Ninh, Vietnam, is set to stop visitors from bringing in plastic bags and bottles. As of September 1, visitors will be required to leave plastic behind before they board ferries at Van Don Wharf to visit…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 17, 2022

Australian Explorers Set New Record for Deepest Cave

A team of Australian cave explorers descended in a 400-meter-deep cave chain in Tasmania region, bringing a new record to their country, according to the German News Agency. “The team successfully connected a newly discovered cave, named ‘Delta Variant,’ to the Niggly/Growling Swallet Cave system, taking the record for Australia’s…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 3, 2022

Morgan Launches New Three-Wheeler for $56,000

Those who had a three-wheeler as children know how much fun it is to drive such a vehicle in a small age. But once our childhood is over, we turn to a two-wheeled motorcycle or four-wheeled car. Now, Morgan, the prestigious British motor company, decided to launch a new three-wheeler…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 5, 2022

'Towsday'…Big Day for Celebrations, Marriages

The last Tuesday was a very special day because of its unique date that comes once in a lifetime: 22/2/2022. The date is described as ‘palindrome’ because it can be read the same way forwards or backwards. Social media users were excited to celebrate this special date, which will not…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 24, 2022

Tunisia's Free Destourian Nominates Moussi for Presidential Elections

Tunisia's Free Destourian Party (PDL) unanimously nominated its president Abir Moussi for the upcoming presidential elections, according to the German News Agency (dpa). The party announced a "general list" that included its stance on the current national affairs, criticizing the policies of President Kais Saied after imposing exceptional measures since…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022

Skylum Launches AI-Powered Luminar Neo

Software maker Skylum released a new version of its Luminar Neo photo editing tool that uses artificial intelligence to handle what used to be mundane but time-consuming tasks, reported the German News Agency. According to the CNET website, the new version of Luminar Neo can automatically remove power lines in…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022

Tunisian Lawmaker on Trial for Criticizing President

Tunisian lawmaker Yassine Ayari appeared again before the military court for criticizing President Kais Saied who announced the extraordinary measures last year, according to an informed source on Tuesday. The MP’s assistant Amin Gamal told the German News Agency (dpa) that the new case relates to posts published by Ayari…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 15, 2022

Hamas Calls on Britain to End Free Trade Agreement with Israel

The Palestinian Hamas movement condemned the signing of a free trade agreement between Britain and the "Zionist Occupation State," the German News Agency reported. The movement said the agreement confirms that the UK continues to support the Israeli occupation and "its criminal and racist policies against the Palestinian people." In…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 13, 2022

Banksy Mural to Be Relocated After Vandals Attack Artwork

A mural painted by world-renowned street artist Banksy is to be removed from its home in Wales and taken to a secure location after attempts by “fanatics” to damage the artwork, its owner has said. According to the German News Agency, Season’s Greetings, which depicts a message about the impact…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 10, 2022