MYSTERIOUS: 36 | Mind Blowing Facts

Film Industry Anticipates Announcement of Cannes Festival’s Program

The global film industry is anticipating the announcement of the program of the 76th edition of Cannes Film Festival, and the list of movies that have been selected to compete for the Palm D’Or. President of Cannes Film Festival, Thierry Fremaux is set to announce the program and the list…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2023

Engineered Plants Fight Pests Using Perfume

Researchers at the Earlham Institute in Norwich have managed to turn tobacco plants into factories for moth sex pheromones using precision gene engineering techniques. Pheromones are chemical secretions that act as hidden means of communication. These allow organisms to send signals, including when they look for partner. Farmers hang pheromone…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2023

ChatGPT Founder Considers Expansion into Japan

The developer of ChatGPT said Monday that his company plans to open an office in Japan amid growing concerns about the chatbot's unauthorized collection of personal data and impact on learning environments.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2023

Volcano Erupts in Russian Far East, Followed by an Earthquake

One of Russia's most active volcanoes erupted on the far eastern Kamchatka peninsula on Tuesday, shooting a vast cloud of ash far into the sky that smothered villages in drifts of grey volcanic dust and triggered an aviation warning. The Shiveluch volcano erupted just after midnight and reached a crescendo…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Israel Bans Non-Muslim Visits to Al-Aqsa Compound until Ramadan End

Jewish visitors and tourists will be banned from the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem until the end of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Tuesday. An Israeli police raid at the site last week triggered rocket attacks on Israel…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Why Are There So Many Good TV Shows to Watch Right Now?

Picture May 17, 2001. In the final seconds of the season seven finale of "Friends," Jennifer Aniston’s Rachel reveals she's pregnant — but who's the father? This was a classic May sweeps cliffhanger, luring viewers and reaping advertising dollars for NBC. Most shows used to kick off in the fall,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Israeli Soldiers Kill Two Palestinian Gunmen in West Bank

Israeli soldiers shot dead two Palestinian gunmen who opened fire at a military post near a Jewish settlement in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, Israel's Defense Minister said. "Their successful operation prevented an attack against Israeli citizens," Defense Minister Gallant said in a statement. Earlier, the military had said…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Focus on Coaches as Madrid Hosts Chelsea in Champions League

The latest encounter between Real Madrid and Chelsea in the Champions League will put a spotlight on their coaches. Chelsea will travel for Wednesday's first leg in Madrid with Frank Lampard trying to win for the first time since being named interim coach. Madrid will play still surrounded by doubts…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Dortmund Extends Julian Brandt’s Contract through 2026

Borussia Dortmund extended attacking midfielder Julian Brandt's contract through the end of the 2025-26 season on Tuesday after his existing deal had barely a year left to run. Brandt is Dortmund's second-highest scorer this season with eight goals in the Bundesliga and one in the Champions League as the team…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023

Erdogan Launches Election Campaign with Pledge to Slash Türkiye Inflation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan launched his re-election campaign on Tuesday with a party pledge to slash inflation to single digits and boost growth, as he seeks to extend his two decades in power in a May 14 vote. Erdogan is facing the biggest political challenge since his AK Party…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 11, 2023