Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School | | | | |
The US-China Trade Deal: All You Need to Know
The big news of the week: The US-UK trade deal is done. But more importantly, China has come around to the negotiating table. The two squabbling superpowers have agreed to cut tariffs but how this plays out remains to be seen. Chinese ships had not departed the country with goods for the US for many weeks, deeply affecting trade. But now that a breakthrough has been achieved, can we get back to doing business as before? If the stock markets are any indication, we have hope!
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How to Create Generational Wealth
When you discuss investments, making and saving money, it’s not just for your family but the overall aim should be to create generational wealth which offers more than just financial security. It empowers families to break cycles of poverty, invest in education and pursue entrepreneurial ventures. So how do you do it? Check this video out.
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Year 13 Students at Regent Get Offers from Top Institutes
Regent students are thrilled! A number of Year 13 students have received early university offers from globally respected institutions including The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, University of Glasgow, University of Regensburg Applied Sciences and Technical University Portugal. The global academic journey of Regent grads has just begun!
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Sunmarke Students Shine on a Global Platform
Sunmarke had plenty to cheer about when Year 6’s Aliona secured third place at the Annual World Children’s Picture Contest in Japan. Her stunning artwork stood out among 11,000 entries, earning her a certificate of merit, a feature in a global art magazine and a beautiful set of pastels. Read more about her amazing achievement by clicking the link below.
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What Do the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar Want from Donald Trump?
This week the GCC welcomes Donald Trump to its sunny shores. The US President’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE will be his first in the second term but experts say the red carpet will be laid down for him. Why? Because each of the three nations has soaring expectations from the US and they will aim to get a good deal for their respective countries. Meanwhile, Qatar will be giving a very expensive gift to Trump which has made people rather uneasy. Find out why.
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Why Keir Starmer is Tightening Migration Rules
In a bold move, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to drastically cut net migration over the next four years. The new rules include tougher English requirements, a 10-year path to citizenship, and restrictions on overseas recruitment. With record migration levels post-Brexit, this is one political balancing act worth watching. Click to read more on what’s changing and why it matters.
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Yay! Disney Is Coming to the UAE
A whole new world is just about to open up! After 15 long years, Walt Disney Company will set up a new theme park and this time the destination is Abu Dhabi! The resort destination will mark the company’s first foray into the Middle East and the seventh globally. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and all those princes and princesses will set up home at Yas Island and we all know what we can expect - a whole lot of fun rides, food and incredible shows. Here’s what you can expect. We are already excited!
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Where to Find the Original Dubai Chocolate…And the Clones!
Ever since the pistachio-filled delicacy took over the internet, the world has been talking about the famous Dubai chocolate. While it all started with Fix Dessert Chocolatier’s ‘Can’t Get knafeh of It’ in 2022, now the market is flooded with clones trying to create more competitive versions. If you still haven’t tried it, here’s a great guide on how and where to buy the original and the fakes!
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Can Google’s AI Help Detect Scammy Sites on Chrome?
Many of us have fallen into the trap of clicking on pop ups warning us of viruses and encouraging us to download software or tech support, only to realise it’s a scam. Now Google has stepped in with AI to help users identify such online tricks. With improved language understanding and pattern recognition, the tech giant is working to enable its search engine to detect faulty messaging more effectively.
Read this report to find out how Google is using AI to fight the bad guys on the internet.
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Why Elton John, Dua Lipa and Coldplay are Seeking Protection from AI
For a long time now, actors, singers and composers have been worried about the impact of AI on their creative works. But it looks like now they have decided to take action. Hollywood took the lead but now 400 British musicians including Elton John, Dua Lipa, Florence Welch, Coldplay have written to the Prime Minister to update copyright laws in a way that some random musician using AI can’t replicate or recreate them. Can creativity win against technology? Let’s wait and watch.
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Canva Magic Studio
Canva has been a social media manager’s favourite for a long while now but its Magic Studio tool has made it even more exciting. The ‘studio’ has a range of tools designed to automate and simplify your social content be it text or images for posts. All you need are a few prompts. It’s especially useful if you are working across channels as one command can reformat and repurpose everything. Useful indeed!
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Adobe Express
If Canva has Magic Studio, Adobe has come up with Express. Formerly known as Spark, Express is an upgrade letting users jump straight to any digital design task. Using Adobe’s Firefly generative AI models, it enhances text and image creation. An additional benefit is that these models are exclusively trained on content that Adobe owns the rights to, heading off any potential future problems that might pop up around IP use.
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Virat Kohli Retires from Test Cricket. Why Cricket Will Miss Him
It’s truly the end of an era as one of modern cricket’s greatest names, Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket. Coming as it does after Rohit Sharma decided to hang his boots, it’s a huge loss for cricket fans. The Indian superstar finishes his career as the fourth-highest run scorer for India. Read this feature to know why heroes like Kohli are hard to find.
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Cannes 2025: What to Expect This Year
The world’s most glamorous film festival returns as Cannes 2025 promises a dazzling lineup of Hollywood icons, bold auteurs, and breakout talent. From Tom Cruise’s high-octane return to Wes Anderson’s star-studded ensemble and Spike Lee’s latest, the red carpet is set to shimmer like never before. Click to see what - and who - to watch out for at Cannes this year.
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How to Improve Self-Worth
Self-worth is a sensitive subject. The way we see ourselves shapes nearly every aspect of our lives: the relationships we choose, how we treat others, how we show up at work, and even the risks we're willing to take. Your self-worth influences how you think, how you act, and how your life unfolds. Dive into what self-worth really means, how to recognise where yours stands, and most importantly, how to strengthen it. Let’s explore.
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