Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School | | | | |
Is Everything Well Between Donald Trump and Apple?
Apple is in a dilemma. Despite promising to invest $500 billion in the US to help ‘Make America Great Again’, the tech giant may have to do a lot more to be in the President’s good books. A few days ago, Trump lashed out at Apple’s CEO Tim Cook's plans to manufacture iPhones in India. Now he has gone a few steps further - threatening 25% tariffs on Apple and other makers like Samsung, if they don’t shift manufacturing to the US. But the problem is: it’s not easy to bring production to the US. Find out why.
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How Much Should You Spend on a Watch
For many people a watch is not just a status symbol or a collectible but also a means of investment. Watch aficionados are known to spend hundreds of thousands on exclusive timepieces from renowned brands. Most of them go for style, utility and construction but in some cases, it’s all about the brag factor! So should you spend millions on a watch? Should you buy it for its value or its investment potential? Watch (pun unintended!) this video to know more.
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Regent’s Latest Wisdom Wednesday Session Must Not be Missed
The final Wisdom Wednesday session of the academic year is all about exploring career pathways and the future. Led by Ms Natasha Ruth, the session will help parents identify their child’s strength, explore opportunities and plan their next steps, be it university, vocational training or the workforce. Block your calendars for June 4th!
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Dune Creative Festival at Sunmarke
Sunmarke’s fourth annual Dune Creative Festival, organised by the Media Department was held recently and true to its name, showcased the remarkable work produced by the media and film students. With over 40 nominations across 11 diverse categories, the evening highlighted exceptional creativity, technical talent and powerful storytelling.
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King Charles’ Canada Visit - The Hidden Message
International politics is all about subtle messaging. Canada, which has been braving much of Donald Trump’s taunts and threats to make it the 51st state of the US, received support from a surprise source - King Charles. The Monarch’s Canada trip saw him read the “speech from the throne” - the first for a king to do so in almost 50 years. While it might be a friendly visit, analysts are busy decoding the message, even if it’s a symbolic one. Find out here why his speech is such a big deal.
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Are Tripadvisor’s Reviews ‘Fake’?
Tripadvisor is often the go-to website for millions of holidaymakers who hope for an unbiased, experience-driven review of a hotel, destination or attraction. But it turns out that not all reviews are honest. A recent study found that nearly 10% of the submitted reviews were fake! In this case, it means they were biased or non first-hand content, often submitted after receiving some incentive from a hotel or restaurant. The company is now taking a stronger stand and cracking down on the untrustworthy reviews. And this is how they are identifying the fakes.
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These are the Top 100 Arab Family Businesses
In the Middle East, some of the biggest businesses pushing the boundaries of innovation and entrepreneurship aren’t start-ups but family businesses carrying on a legacy of decades and steered by generations of the same family. While most of them are known for their enterprises in hospitality, retail and manufacturing, quite a few are also diversifying into new-age industries. So which are the most important family-owned businesses in the Arab world and how many belong to the UAE? Check out this comprehensive list from Forbes!
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The Best Places to Watch Sunset in Dubai
Some of the best things to do in Dubai are free - like watching the sun disappear into the sea. With peak summer upon us, sunset is our favourite time of the day! Dubai has some utterly beautiful spots where you can enjoy twilight and grab a sundowner. Besides, giving you plenty of content for your insta reel, these locations prove that Dubai sunsets are tourist attractions by themselves. So where should you head, to bask in the golden glow of golden hour? Keep this list handy.
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The Future of Search: Google’s New Plans
Google, our go-to search engine, is worried about its future. With AI chatbots taking over its core function - search and presenting information - the company is gearing up to face the competition by bringing AI to its core. The result is the newly launched AI Mode — now rolling out broadly in the US. This mode breaks down queries into subtopics, uses search history for personalised results, and integrates with other apps like Gmail. Will this help Google stay ahead of other AI-driven tools? Watch this space.
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What Happens When Robots Fight?
China has taken its love for tech to a whole new level. A competition held in its Hangzhou province saw two humanoid robots trade punches at each other in a game while being cheered on by hundreds of human viewers. The ‘EngineAI Robot Free Combat Tournament: Mecha King’ aimed to push the boundaries of AI and robotics technology and test the robots' physical limits and intelligence levels through highly competitive combat scenarios. So how did the machine vs machine fight pan out? Don’t miss this combative video!
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Nyota
Nyota is an AI-powered meeting assistant that automates note-taking, task management and meeting planning. Add Nyota to your calendar and it automatically joins scheduled meetings during which it can capture key points. Post the meeting Nyota provides detailed transcripts and summaries, so even if team members can’t attend, they can catch up on all the discussions.
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Deep Research
A tool from OpenAI for researchers and analysts, Deep Research will find, analyse and synthesise hundreds of sources online to prepare a comprehensive minutes report. The tool doesn’t just regurgitate facts, it synthesises information that feels it could have been done by an able research assistant. The only red flag is that in very specialised fields it can misinterpret details, so do a manual check anyway.
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Novak Djokovic Makes Tennis History
Last week we told you about the shock split between Novak Djokovic and his coach Andy Murray, but the controversy, speculation and his own poor form in recent times haven’t had an impact on the star’s greatness. This week, the 24-time Grand Slam winner added a new feat to his impressive crown of achievements - becoming the third man to win 100 ATP singles titles. Who are the other two to have reached the milestone? Find out here.
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Which is the Best ‘Mission Impossible’ Movie?
The Final Reckoning may have received mixed reviews, but there is no denying that there won’t be another action star like Tom Cruise. Riding high on the appreciation he has garnered for the Mission Impossible series, the actor recently said he would continue doing action though the franchise has ended. Meanwhile, considering The Final Reckoning was the very last of the series, it’s time to rank all the Mission Impossible films. Which one is your favourite?
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Break the Loop: How to Stop Overthinking
Overthinking traps you in a cycle of worry and indecision, often making problems seem bigger than they are. The key is to stay present, challenge your thoughts, and take small, purposeful actions. Ready to clear the mental clutter? Discover 15 simple tips to stop overthinking — click here.
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