The Governor of the Central Bank of Libya, Al-Siddiq Al-Kabir, discussed with the Chairman and members of the Planning, Finance and Public Budget Committee in the House of Representatives, the obstacles facing public spending for 2022 and the expectations of public spending for 2023. The media office of the Central Bank of Libya said that they discussed during the meeting on Thursday possible policies to revive the Libyan economy, move it forward, and support the efforts of the Central Bank in terms of disclosure and transparency. Earlier, the Central Bank of Libya announced that it was moving toward applying governance principles within the framework of effective local and international accounting standards to banks in Libya and improving their banking performance to match international standards for banking services.

Trump’s tax returns released after long fight with CongressWASHINGTON: Democrats in Congress released thousands of pages of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns Friday, providing the most detailed picture to date of his finances over a six-year period, including his time in the White House, when he fought to keep the information private in a break with decades of precedent. The documents include individual returns from Trump and his wife, Melania, along with Trump’s business entities from 2015-2020. In 2020, the year the coronavirus ravaged the economy, Trump reported no charitable donations at all. Trump reported a total of $2.6 million in losses from Wollman Rink over the six years made public. A second series in 2020 showed that Trump paid no income taxes at all in 10 of the previous 15 years because he generally lost more money than he made.

What’s up with Al Nassr? First of all, it’s important to note that we’re talking about the Saudi Al Nassr. Bahrain, Kuwait, Libya, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates all have professional clubs named Al Nassr, though there are no links connecting them beyond a shared name. The Al Nassr Ronaldo would be playing for calls Mrsool Park in Riyadh home. They currently lead the Saudi Professional League by one point after 10 rounds of matches, and finished in third last season.

Let’s take a closer look at the Augmented Reality statistics that highlight the impact this innovative solution is having on the world today. The Rise of Augmented Reality: Top AR Facts in 2023Augmented Reality currently stands as one of the most exciting and disruptive technology solutions for business leaders from all industries. (Source: Snapchat) Revenues for AR/VR displays totalled $942 million in 2022: According to an AR market report, 2022 was a challenging year for the AR/VR technologies segment. However, it’s worth noting that customer experience isn’t the only area that can benefit from augmented reality. Here are some other key AR statistics to know in 2023:

By Keita NakamuraAs the Ukraine war drags on, Japan, which will chair the Group of Seven industrialized nations in 2023, should increase efforts to urge more nations to impose sanctions on Russia and add pressure on Moscow to enter negotiations with Ukraine for a cease-fire, international relations experts say. Most developing nations and emerging powers, such as China and India, have not joined the sanctions or openly criticized Moscow over the war, with some even expanding trade with Russia. "The G7 nations have to determine how to explain to other nations about the advantages of being in the democratic camp and how to attract them," she added. To get them committed to sanctions on Russia and support for Ukraine, Japan and other G7 nations should "grasp their individual and specific needs and display a determination to stand by them," she said. Beijing has sought to somewhat distance itself from Moscow after more human tragedies unfolded in Ukraine and Russian troops faced setbacks on the battlefield.

The media and entertainment metaverse, complete with 3D avatars, is no longer a distant prospect. Important Use Cases for the Media MetaverseAs media and entertainment companies explore possibilities inside the metaverse, there are three key use cases to remember. Major metaverse platforms such as Horizon Worlds, Pico Worlds, STYLY, HTC’s VIVERSE, Epic Games’ Fortnite, Roblox, and others are building metaverse infrastructure. With it, people can create their own gaming experiences, where developers can create full-scale, sometimes monetised gaming experiences. Media Psychology Key to User EngagementTo deepen user engagement, media and entertainment metaverse platforms must incorporate novel technologies based on user psychology.

Augmented Reality (AR) is everywhere. AR Will Revolutionise the Retail LandscapeAccording to IBM, roughly 32 percent of shoppers in 2020 already used augmented reality in retail to enhance shopping experiences. Argos, IKEA, Walmart, Lego, and others have led the industry in AR retail applications, influencing market adoption of the technology. AR Retail Customer ExperiencesAugmented reality in retail has also become an invaluable tool for boosting customer experiences. The Future of AR in RetailAugmented reality in retail promises new opportunities to build meaningful experiences for audiences across various retail environments.

Charities that rescue migrants at sea complained Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, that new measures adopted by Italy government will limit their rescue capacity, risking lives at sea. (AP Photo/Jeremias Gonzalez, File)By COLLEEN BARRYCharities that rescue migrants at sea complained Thursday that new measures adopted by Italy's right-wing government will limit their rescue capacity, setting lives at risk. Under the Italian decree, charities not abiding by the rules risk fines of up to 50,000 euros ($53,400) and could have their vessels impounded for repeat offenses. Most of those have arrived independently, and not with charity boats, officials have said. Along with the new measures, Italian officials have been assigning ports further and further north, away from the migrant routes.

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Photo: Part of the Independent Newspapers Ireland/NLI CollectionSecret files show how Ireland warned Libya its supply of Soviet weaponry, including the Czech-made explosive Semtex, to the IRA could have caused “civil war” in a friendly country. Irish officials, led by Foreign Affairs Minister Gerry Collins, also pressed Libya to buy Irish beef, with Mr Collins stressing that Ireland had “a good deal” of beef to sell. Mr Collins warned there “would have been civil war in Ireland” if a major shipment like the Eksund had reached IRA active service units. He also challenged the Libyans over their controversial support for the IRA, saying Ireland had been “good friends to Libya”. “They had explained that Ireland wants good relations with Libya but that Libya must stop supplying weapons for the IRA.

Bangkok Hospital Pattaya, located in Pattaya City, Thailand, is a private hospital providing medical services at the highest international standards. Its specialized medical center buildings, modern technology systems, and a team of specialist doctors and consulting physicians in various fields make Bangkok Hospital Pattaya the most comprehensive and modern medical facility in the Eastern region of Thailand. To keep up with its current image, the hospital aims to replace traditional marketing displays and enhance public relations through digital signage. Adopting CAYIN digital signage will help Bangkok Hospital Pattaya in four significant areas. The first is to reduce the wasteful use of paper and vinyl banners;second, to modify and change display content easily;third, to increase efficiency in public relations;and fourth, to present a modern image that reflects its quality medical services.

Bovet 1822 at Gaysorn Village, Bangkok, Thailand, is a popular branch within the well-known luxury watch brand. With a portfolio of modern and elegant watches, Bovet 1822 at Gaysorn looks to CAYIN Technology to elevate the store interior by adding digital signageWhile the primary goal of implementing digital signage is to maintain the brand's luxurious image, Bovet 1822 also hopes the installation provides a more efficient and precise way to communicate messages and promotions to customers. While the primary goal of implementing digital signage is to maintain the brand's luxurious image, Bovet 1822 also hopes the installation provides a more efficient and precise way to communicate messages and promotions to customers.

The Municipal Council of Zulten has condemned the assassination attempt that targeted its Mayor, Omar Saleh Al-Saghir. In a statement, the council held the relevant security and law enforcement agencies responsible for the security chaos in the region, warning it would take action and close the municipality's entrances "to protect" its residents from such acts. The mayor of Zulten was subjected to an assassination attempt on Tuesday night after unidentified gunmen opened fire on his car.

We now see VR (Virtual Reality) AR (Augmented Reality) and MR (Mixed Reality) as more than just avenues for entertainment. The Metaverse, and Meta ExperiencesThe metaverse is perhaps one of the most talked-about trends in the XR landscape to date. 5G technology could allow for the rapid transmission of larger amounts of data to and from hardware in the XR landscape. In the past, the core focus of many XR companies was to increase the visual experience for customers as much as possible. Evolving XR SoftwareAs XR continues to demonstrate its ability to improve various workflows and experiences, we’re also seeing a rise in new software solutions designed to help developers build the ultimate XR experiences.

The General Secretariat of the Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of the Mediterranean (ASCAME) is to hold its next meeting in Tripoli in May 2023, the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture reported today. This decision was taken during the meeting between the Chairman and members of the Management Committee of Tripoli Chamber with the President and members of the General Secretariat of ASCAME on the side-lines of the International Conference of the Mediterranean “MEDA WEEK” held in November in Barcelona, Spain. Tripoli Chamber reported that during the MEDA meetings the role of the Association of Mediterranean Chambers of Commerce and Industry in supporting the member chambers of commerce were discussed. Ways to enhance the role of Tripoli Chamber of Commerce at the regional and international levels and provide the necessary support to organize the next ASCAME session in May 2023 in Tripoli were also discussed.