Elvis show to debut in London featuring AI-generated life-size projection of iconic artist

Elvis show to debut in London featuring AI-generated life-size projection of iconic artist

Elvis Presley, American rock ‘n’ roll legend. Bettmann | Bettmann | Getty Images A live show featuring a life-size digitally recreated avatar of Elvis Presley is set to debut in London later this year, before moving to Las Vegas, Tokyo and Berlin. U.K. firm Layered Reality said attendees will go on a “journey” through the…

Deadly Iran blasts and U.S. warning over Red Sea attacks deepen fears of a wider Middle East war

Deadly Iran blasts and U.S. warning over Red Sea attacks deepen fears of a wider Middle East war

Iranians hold portraits of slain top Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani during the commemoration ceremony marking the anniversary of his killing in the Iranian capital Tehran on January 3, 2024. Atta Kenare | Afp | Getty Images Deadly blasts that killed at least 84 people in southern Iran has added to growing international concerns about the…

Killing of senior Hamas leader in Lebanon stokes fears of Gaza war spreading beyond enclave

Killing of senior Hamas leader in Lebanon stokes fears of Gaza war spreading beyond enclave

The destroyed Hamas’ office that was attacked by Israel on 02 January killing Palestinian leader Saleh al-Arouri and six others pictured from shattered glass in Beirut southern suburb. Marwan Naamnai | Picture Alliance | Getty Images The killing of senior Hamas leader Saleh al-Arouri in Lebanon’s capital of Beirut has sparked fears that the war…

China’s property ‘inventory overhang’ could take more than 10 years to correct, economist says

China’s property ‘inventory overhang’ could take more than 10 years to correct, economist says

The site of a real estate building under construction in Huai ‘an city, Jiangsu province, China, December 26, 2023. CFOTO | Future Publishing | Getty Images China is facing the prospect of a long-drawn correction in its property sector, with the overhang in the housing inventory likely to take more than 10 years to clear,…

Maersk shares surge after shipping firm extends Red Sea pause, freight rates rise

Maersk shares surge after shipping firm extends Red Sea pause, freight rates rise

Shipping giant Maersk on Wednesday notched a second consecutive session of strong gains as investors assessed a ratings upgrade and its decision to prolong a halt on Red Sea travel due to safety concerns. The Danish firm topped Europe’s Stoxx 600 gainers, with its Copenhagen-listed shares provisionally closing up 5.1% following Tuesday’s 6.4% rise. Shares…

Batteries for hire could help Nigerians ditch their generators | CNN

Batteries for hire could help Nigerians ditch their generators | CNN

CNN  —  Although Nigeria has vast energy reserves, more than 92 million people in the country live without access to electricity, according to the International Energy Agency. Those who are connected to the electricity grid have to contend with frequent power cuts, which cost the country $28 billion a year – almost 2% of its…

Six of the most beautiful sections of the Great Wall of China | CNN

Six of the most beautiful sections of the Great Wall of China | CNN

Editor’s Note: Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In September, we’re celebrating superlatives as we look at some of the world’s biggest, tallest and most expensive attractions and destinations. CNN  —  Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I’ve had plenty…

A floating village is stranded on a dry lakebed as extreme drought grips the Amazon | CNN

A floating village is stranded on a dry lakebed as extreme drought grips the Amazon | CNN

CNN  —  A floating village now lies stranded on a lakebed in Brazil’s Amazon as severe drought leaves communities struggling to access food, fresh water and fuel. Dramatically receding water levels in Lake Puraquequara, east of Manaus, the capital of the state of Amazonas, have left boats and floating buildings marooned in the mud. It…