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Thomas Elric

Thomas Elric is a Luxembourgish journalist specializing in European financial affairs, international economics, and transformations within the banking sector.

How changing work patterns are reshaping urban lifestyle choices

How changing work patterns are reshaping urban lifestyle choices

For much of the twentieth century, cities were organized around a relatively predictable routine. Residential neighborhoods, business districts and transport systems evolved to support daily commuting between home and the workplace. Today, that model is changing as new patterns of work reshape how people choose to live, travel and use urban spaces. The expansion of…

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What ageing populations mean for hospitals, budgets and care systems

What ageing populations mean for hospitals, budgets and care systems

Population ageing is reshaping healthcare systems in ways that extend far beyond demographic statistics. As life expectancy increases and birth rates decline across many countries, hospitals, public finances and long-term care services are adapting to a growing number of older adults with different medical and social needs than previous generations. The most significant change is…

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Hezbollah in Survival Mode

Hezbollah in Survival Mode

For decades, Hezbollah was considered the most powerful non-state armed force in the Middle East. Possessing a substantial arsenal, a deep-rooted presence in Lebanese society, and constant Iranian strategic support, the movement had succeeded in establishing itself as an essential player in the regional equation. Today, this position seems more fragile than ever. The military…

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Gaza: The United Arab Emirates Continues Major Humanitarian Efforts Amid Regional Chaos

Gaza: The United Arab Emirates Continues Major Humanitarian Efforts Amid Regional Chaos

As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, the United Arab Emirates remains one of the leading Arab countries providing large-scale assistance to Palestinian civilians. The arrival this Thursday of the final aircraft from the “Hamid Air Bridge” at Egypt’s El Arish International Airport highlights the scale of an operation that has continued uninterrupted…

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The UAE and Artificial Intelligence: When the State Becomes a Digital Platform

The UAE and Artificial Intelligence: When the State Becomes a Digital Platform

In a move that reflects an unprecedented strategic ambition, the United Arab Emirates has announced its intention to make 50% of its government services powered by artificial intelligence within just two years. This is not merely a technological upgrade, but a profound transformation in the very philosophy and function of the state—from a traditional administrative…

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