Iranian Scientists Develop Biotechnology Method to Turn Poultry Feathers Into Protein Meal

New research enables sustainable conversion of feather waste into high-value animal feed. Photo: Smederevac / iStock

Iranian researchers have unveiled a biotechnological method that allows poultry feathers – one of the largest by-products of the livestock sector – to be converted into protein-rich meal suitable for use in animal feed. The development stems from a national research project supported by the Iran National Science Foundation, as reported by IRNA, a partner… Continue reading Iranian Scientists Develop Biotechnology Method to Turn Poultry Feathers Into Protein Meal

Sharjah Becomes First Arab City to Secure Advanced Affiliation in Global Age-Friendly Cities Network

New international recognition highlights emirate’s leadership in supporting older people. Photo: Diamond Dogs / iStock

Sharjah has achieved a new global milestone by securing “advanced affiliation” within the World Health Organisation’s Global Network for Age-friendly Cities and Communities – becoming the first Arab city to attain this level of membership. This is reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The recognition reflects the emirate’s long-standing… Continue reading Sharjah Becomes First Arab City to Secure Advanced Affiliation in Global Age-Friendly Cities Network

Iran Introduces Resorbable 3D-Printed Bone Graft for Advanced Reconstructive Surgery

A new material can be used for jawbone reconstruction. Photo: Serhej Calka / iStock

Iran has developed a resorbable bone graft produced using 3D technology. It is used to correct severe bone defects, reports Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. According to the knowledge-based company whose specialists created the material, the graft is intended for the reconstruction of various parts of the body, including the bones of… Continue reading Iran Introduces Resorbable 3D-Printed Bone Graft for Advanced Reconstructive Surgery

Israel Faces Global Backlash After Unprecedented Strikes on Qatar

BACKLASH: Israel met with backlash following unprecedented airstrikes on Qatar, targeting what it claimed were senior leaders of Hamas. Photo: X

Israel has carried out unprecedented airstrikes on Qatar, targeting what it claimed were senior leaders of Hamas, in an escalation that threatens to destabilise the Middle East and derail fragile mediation efforts. Videos shared on social media showed residents in the Qatari capital, Doha, fleeing in panic as explosions lit up the night sky. Huge… Continue reading Israel Faces Global Backlash After Unprecedented Strikes on Qatar

Adoption of AI can Bring Middle East US$320 Billion by 2030

The application of artificial intelligence (AI) could increase the GDP of Middle Eastern countries by US$320 billion by 2030, which would account for approximately 2 per cent of the expected global profits from the use of this technology. This was stated by Khaled Hanafi Secretary General Union of Arab Chambers (General Union of Arab Chambers… Continue reading Adoption of AI can Bring Middle East US$320 Billion by 2030

Iran launches national plan to monitor land subsidence threatening historical sites

Experts called for the formation of a national task force on the issue. Photo: iStock

Iran has officially launched a nationwide initiative to monitor land subsidence in areas surrounding its historic and cultural heritage sites. This is reported by Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS. The plan aims to establish a continuous, scientific system for tracking ground subsidence in heritage zones across the country. Government institutions fully support practical,… Continue reading Iran launches national plan to monitor land subsidence threatening historical sites

WTO report confirms UAE’s role in global trade

The Emirates maintains its leading position in goods and services trade across the Middle East and Africa. Photo: iStock

The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its standing as a global trade hub, according to Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade. This was reaffirmed by the latest World Trade Organisation (WTO) report titled “World Trade Outlook and Statistics”. Al Zeyoudi noted that since 2014, the UAE has consistently ranked… Continue reading WTO report confirms UAE’s role in global trade

Iran prepares large-scale AI training programme for one million schoolchildren

The country's goal is to make machine learning education available to all. Photo: iStock

Iran plans to train one million schoolchildren and train 100,000 teachers in artificial intelligence (AI). This is reported by Mehr News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. IA cites a statement by Vice-President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy Hossein Afshin. He was speaking at a meeting with Education Minister Reza Morad Sahraei and members… Continue reading Iran prepares large-scale AI training programme for one million schoolchildren

UAE Strengthens Its Position as World Leader in Modern Medicine

11 March marks the annual Emirati Doctor's Day. Photo: iStock

Mohammed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, emphasised the key role of Emirati doctors in the national healthcare system. This is reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. Al Olama noted that Emirati doctors contribute immensely to the development of a world-class healthcare system that meets… Continue reading UAE Strengthens Its Position as World Leader in Modern Medicine

World Leading Doctors Help 3000 Patients With Complex Medical Cases in Abu Dhabi

Selective dorsal rhizotomy was performed in the emirate for the first time in November last year. Photo: iStock

Since the launch of the Visiting Physician Programme in Abu Dhabi in 2021, aimed at treating rare and complex medical cases, 3,277 patients have received assistance from leading global specialists. This was reported by the emirate’s Department of Health, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The initiative, implemented by the… Continue reading World Leading Doctors Help 3000 Patients With Complex Medical Cases in Abu Dhabi

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