BAC Credomatic has announced plans to purchase Panama’s Multibank, potentially making it the largest bank in Central America by market share. Through BAC Holding International Corp. (BIC), the purchase is subject to approval by the respective banks’ directors, shareholders and regulatory authorities. BIC would look to buy 99.7% of Multi Financial Group, the owners of…
On 25 November, the French media group EBRA organised a debate in which a panel of readers discussed disinformation, foreign interference, social media and media literacy. During the discussion, French President Emmanuel Macron spoke of an “information war” and the need to better equip the public. When asked about the fight against fake websites and…
Bad Bunny has surged back to the pinnacle of global music streaming, capturing Spotify’s top spot for 2025 with an astonishing 19.8 billion streams worldwide. This victory ends Taylor Swift’s impressive two-year run at the summit, reminding everyone of the Puerto Rican artist’s magnetic pull on listeners everywhere. Just announced today in Spotify’s annual Wrapped…
The brand-new intense reality competition television show co-produced by Ti22 Films, will be filmed across the UAE, where 20 individuals will have the opportunity to take on a once-in-a-lifetime experience and an ultimate test of endurance, perseverance and resilience. Special Forces Trilogy is the creation of Ant Middleton, a former UK Special Forces Soldier and…
If 2025 proved anything, it’s that corporate catering is no longer “coffee, carbs, and a cookie.” In 2026, teams expect memorable food experiences that reflect brand values, support wellness, and make networking effortless. Below, we break down the biggest corporate catering shifts and how the right event planning company can turn these trends into tangible results for…
President Donald Trump promised to stop the Ukraine-Russia war shortly after taking office, but it’s been almost a year since he was sworn in, and the war rages on. There have been several starts and stops in this latest round of peace talks, including allegations that special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, was…
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The ceremony began with the UAE National Anthem performed by Emirati singer Ahmed Al Hosani, setting a proud and fitting tone for the occasion. Ali Zafar delivered a high-energy performance featuring his biggest hits and fan favourites, before a dazzling National Day–themed fireworks display lit up the stadium. Following the ceremony, focus shifted to the…
The digital world is no stranger to viral controversies, especially when public figures are involved. Recent events surrounding NFL quarterback Will Levis have generated widespread buzz online, leading to a wave of discussion, speculation, and concern. The so-called “Will Levis leak” not only underscores the intersection of privacy and public life in the age of…
The US may or may not be marching toward war with Venezuela, but at the moment, there’s another Latin American country that seems to be occupying President Donald Trump’s attention. Counting is currently underway in Honduras’s presidential election, which was held on Sunday, and the margins are razor thin, with Nasry “Tito” Asfura of the…