Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School

Business & Finance

The CEOs Who Are Trying to Befriend Donald Trump  

Everybody loves to be in the good books of the powerful. And when the individual in question is the incoming President of the United States, the list becomes rather interesting. Donald Trump is currently being wooed by the who’s who of the business world as they try to curry favour for their companies. So who are Trump’s new BFFs and how are they trying to build bridges? Check out this very interesting feature.

How a Restaurant Turned its Failure into a Stunning Success Story 

This year, we had enough bad news of bankruptcies in the restaurant world with TGIF and Red Lobster seeing red bottomlines. But amidst the doom and gloom here’s a positive story of a very popular chain reviving its fortunes after being on a huge low. Curious to know how smart strategies and focused vision turned this brand’s fate? Click here. (Psst: It’s also present in Dubai!) 

Fortes News

Sunmarke’s Creative Goodbye to Term 1



Trust the team at Sunmarke to add to the festive cheer in te most creative way! Students, teachers and staff brought the holiday vibes to mark the last day of Term 1 through a really fun video where they even flexed their dance moves. See below!  

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Regent Students Get Rocking 


Watch Regent students take over the stage with their energy and talent at Regent’s Battle of the Bands. An epic night of music, the young stars brought their A-game with Rock Bend rising as the ultimate champs. With support and sponsorship by Melody House, it was a night to remember indeed! 

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How GCSEs Pave the Way to Future Success


GCSEs mark a key milestone in a student’s academic journey, shaping future education and career paths. To make informed choices, you need to select subjects that align with your strengths and aspirations. Don’t miss this very useful guide from Sunmarke School that will help you choose your GCSE subjects. 

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News & Views

Justin Trudeau in Big Trouble. Can He Survive the Political Crisis?


Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is lurching from one crisis to another. After having soured relations with India and being at the receiving end of Donald Trump’s jibes, the PM finds himself on a sticky wicket at home too after his Deputy PM and one-time ally resigned. There have been mounting calls for Trudeau to put in his papers too but he is hanging in for now. There are four ways in which he can emerge unscathed. What will he choose? 

The Best Destinations to Celebrate New Years’ Eve 


The UAE, with its magnificent fireworks and glitter, always ranks among the best places to celebrate New Years’ Eve but if you are bitten by wanderlust, you should make plans to ring in the new year in some other world capitals as well. Cities like New York, Paris and Sydney will never go out of fashion but maybe it’s time to look into some exciting new places as well. Want to make last minute bookings to one of these destinations? 

Local News

KSA’s Sports Drive is a Well-Thought out Strategy. Here’s How


It’s no secret that Saudi Arabia is undergoing a ‘game-changing’ transformation. Critics might fume about alleged ‘sportswashing’ but the country’s recent confirmation as the host of 2034 World Cup underscores its drive to expand investment in the sports sector. Experts say, KSA’s sports market will soar to $22.4 billion by 2030—nearly tripling its current value. Click here to dive deeper into the Kingdom’s sporting ambitions. 

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: The Best Plans 


It is the last week of a momentous year, and Dubai is all set to welcome it in grand style. If you are planning to spend NYE in the city, there are plenty of options. From an ultra expensive package worth a jaw dropping AED 150,000 to cheaper alternative ways to ring in the new year, the city covers the entire gamut. But if you (like us) are dying to watch the world-famous Dubai fireworks, here are the best spots to secure. 

Technology

Meet NEO, Your Friendly Robot Who Makes Great Coffee  

If simple but essential household chores like making coffee, cleaning up after cooking and laundry bore you, then help is at hand, courtesy AI. Tech companies are racing to be the first to bring humanoid robots to people’s homes. And now we finally have a version that could actually be your companion as early as 2025. Take a look at NEO, a humanoid robot that can make your life easier than before. 

Tech Gifts for the Holiday Season 

The last week of the year is all about parties, fun and frolic. It is also about gifting. Be it colleagues, family or friends, a thoughtful gift that leaves a smile on the receiver’s face is always a challenge. Wired.com has come out with this amazing gift guide from the world of tech for which you don’t have to break the bank. 

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AI Tools to make life easier 

Wordtune


Wordtune is a great complement for Grammarly, the AI writing and editing tool. The best part is that it helps you find plenty of wording alternatives to improve your text. Just input the text you want checked, and Wordtune will help you browse synonyms, rewrite sentences, change the tone and adapt all suggestions into the final draft. 

Soundraw


This one is a boon for content creators. Soundraw is an automated music generator that helps create royalty-free AI music. Just decide the genre of music you want, the instruments to be used and the mood you want created plus the length of the track. Add these details and let Sounddraw do its magic. 

Sports & Entertainment

The 100 Best Footballers of 2024 


The year end lists are out and in the world of football, it was a tough task to select the best of the best. The Guardian newspaper tried to do this very difficult task and has come out with a list of 100 footballers who aced their game in the past. No. 1 position went to Rodri, the Manchester City midfielder who beat quite a few names on his way to the top! For the rest of the list, click here.

The Most Stylish Celebs of 2024 


As the year comes to an end, it’s time to take stock of celebs who wowed us on the red carpet and beyond it. Like any other year, 2024 was full of moments that made fashion pundits sit up and take notice. Whether it was Andrew Garfield’s unusual accessory during a film promotion or Zendaya’s well-coordinated outfits, quite a few fashion statements were made. Drumroll please for the most stylish looks of the year!  

Wellness

A Guide to Mental Health Resources 


It’s often been said that one of the biggest challenges to improving mental health is the lack of access and information. Whatever be the condition a person is suffering from, crisis helplines are crucial to get help and support. Below is a very useful list of mental health resources from around the world.

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