Author: Isla

A water villa set up at the Medhufushi Island Resort in the Maldives, which offers ‘living on the ocean’ experience to tourists. As West Asia simmers, bringing the tourism sector to its knees across several South Asian countries, strong competitors of Kerala tourism in South Asia are adopting innovative strategies to mitigate the impact of the conflict, including attracting tourists from emerging markets beyond their traditional base and redefining the tourist experience.Maldives tourism, billed as one of the major competitors of Kerala tourism along with Colombo in Sri Lanka as both destinations offer similar beach and resort experiences, now provides…

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Ex-Munster coach enjoys wild night in Japan, former Italy boss bested mens japan-rugby-league-one Team head coach Dave Rennie of Kobelco Kobe (R) talks with team head coach Kieran Crowley of Mie Honda Heat (C) after the NTT Japan Rugby League One match between Kobelco Kobe Steelers and Mie Honda Heat at Hanazono Rugby Stadium on May 02, 2026 in Higashiosaka, Osaka, Japan. (Photo by Buddhika Weerasinghe/Getty Images) All Black coach Dave Rennie’s Kobelco Kobe Steelers are back on top of the Japan Rugby League One standings after ending the playoffs’ hopes of Kieran Crowley’s Mie Honda Heat with a 24-19…

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Indonesia Smartphone 3D Camera Market 2026 Analysis and Forecast to 2035 Executive Summary Key Findings The Indonesia smartphone 3D camera market is projected to grow from approximately USD 180–210 million in 2026 to USD 520–620 million by 2035, driven by the rising adoption of augmented reality (AR) applications and advanced mobile photography among Indonesia’s large, youthful consumer base. Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor systems currently account for an estimated 55–65% of module shipments in Indonesia, favored by OEMs for their balance of cost, power efficiency, and performance in portrait photography and face unlock features. Indonesia remains structurally dependent on imported camera modules…

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WAM The UAE and Syria have launched the second phase of a joint medical training programme aimed at improving Syria’s ability to respond to emergencies and disasters. The initiative, known as “Jaheziya Syria”, builds on an earlier phase that trained more than 400 frontline healthcare workers, including doctors, nurses and emergency responders. Officials say the programme is designed to strengthen cooperation between the two countries’ healthcare systems while introducing international standards in medical training. It is supported by institutions and training centres from the UAE, Europe, North America and Australia. The next phase aims to train up to 10,000 healthcare…

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Hong Kong police are searching for a man suspected of causing criminal damage to the sign outside the United States consulate in Central.Police received a report at around 2.40pm on Sunday from consulate staff that the sign on the exterior wall of the premises on Garden Road showed signs of tampering.Officers at the scene discovered the first “S” in the “States” had been partially dislodged from the wall. The rest of the sign was undamaged.Authorities are searching for a man in connection with the incident. The suspect was last seen wearing a black top and white trousers, carrying a grey…

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CHONGQING/SHENZHEN – Office executive Xu Tanji was contemplating buying a gold pendant for her mother’s birthday at a neighbourhood jewellery store near her house in Chongqing when she saw news reports about counterfeit gold. State broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV) reported on April 26 that fraudsters had been mixing rhenium – a silvery rare metal that costs a fraction of the price of gold – with the precious metal to make fakes that are hard to detect.Worried she might fall prey to the scam, Ms Xu, 32, decided to take her mum shopping at a more reputable mall instead. “It…

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Before delivering intense performances in films like ‘Omkara’ and ‘Tanhaji’, Saif Ali Khan was often seen as the easygoing, charming star of the ’90s. Known for his calm demeanour and effortless wit, he rarely courted controversy. However, one shocking incident from the early days of his career revealed a far more dangerous side of fame. His early image was that of a laid-back actor who connected easily with fans, especially through his romantic roles.While he enjoyed the attention, he was never one to engage in confrontations. Yet, as he once shared, certain situations, especially in nightlife settings, could quickly spiral…

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly reshaping the growth and margin outlook for India’s IT services sector, with firms facing rising pricing pressure even as new demand opportunities emerge, according to a recent sector report by Kotak Institutional Equities.The report flags higher competitive intensity amid demand and AI headwinds, noting that AI-led productivity gains are now being passed on to clients, resulting in what it terms “AI-deflation.”It adds that industry players indicate “pricing pressure in renewals due to client expectations of higher productivity pass-through driven by GenAI adoption,” alongside intensified competition.A key shift underway is the rise of large transformation deals,…

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