Heba El-Sewedy, an Egyptian foundation founder who established a hospital for burn victims, received the Mother Teresa Award, inspired by the Catholic saint’s work.
Coffee consumption in the UAE exceeds USD 3.2 billion, while Saudi Arabia has over 5,000 branded cafés. Businesses in this sector are expected to gain momentum at a trade fair in January.
Modest fashion brands are emerging in Brazil to produce swimwear for Muslim women, supplying a strong market and even exporting pieces abroad. Discover some of these stories.
Barham Salih will replace Italian Filippo Grandi at the United Nations agency responsible for refugees. He is expected to take office on January 1.
The International Monetary Fund says economic diversification beyond oil will only come with the adoption of structural reforms. The institution projects GDP growth of 2.6% this year and 3.8% in 2026.
A meeting between Ministry of Agriculture officials and the bank began discussing plans to revive sectors such as pistachio and olive production, as well as livestock.
A survey by CNI and Funcex found an increase in the share of imported goods in Brazilian consumption in 2024, especially higher-value, technology-intensive products from China. The use of imported inputs also rose.
Dream of back-to-back Club World Cup titles postponed after loss to the French team on penalties.
Ana Paula Lima was already making Brazilian savory snacks and sweets to order through the Brazilian Table project. In January, she will appear on the show Million Pound Menu Egypt. Meanwhile, her small snack bar marks one year of “selling” Brazil.
The Arab country has authorized exports of bovine embryos from Brazil to its market, following the conclusion of sanitary negotiations.
Telecommunications operator Umniah by Beyon was awarded in a UN initiative for supporting women’s participation in the Jordanian labor market.
Growth was recorded in the third quarter compared to the same period last year. Over the 12 months through September, expansion reached 10.8%, according to the Brazilian Franchising Association (ABF).
Teams from Qatar and Libya are in Belém for the Men’s Volleyball Club World Championship. Of the eight participating teams, three are Brazilian.
The public can take part in the immersive virtual reality expedition “Horizon of Khufu: Journey to Ancient Egypt” starting next Friday (19) at Shopping Cidade São Paulo.
