Archaeologists recently discovered the remnants of an ancient Egyptian “pleasure boat” near the ruins of Cleopatra VII’s lost palace in Alexandria’s royal harbor.
The discovery was announced by the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology (IEASM) earlier this month. The ruins were found in the great Portus Magnus of Alexandria, which is believed to hold the remnants of Cleopatra’s palace complex.
Directed by French archaeologist Franck Goddio, the excavation team uncovered an ancient vessel called a thalamegos.
Thalamegoi were luxurious barges used for a variety of activities in Ancient Egypt, including feasting, religious ceremonies and leisure cruises.
The ship measures 115 feet long and 23 feet wide, with 92 feet of its structure preserved, the IEASM said.
Archaeologists uncovered the remains of a lavish Egyptian pleasure barge near Cleopatra VII’s lost palace.(Christoph Gerigk/Franck Goddio, Hilti Foundation; Shutterstock)
“Its construction type was to obtain a maximum breadth for the ship to accommodate a central pavilion,” the organization noted.
“The particularity of the ship is the flat-bottomed hull with a hard chine at the bow and a rounded turn at the stern.”
Archaeologists also found graffiti written in Greek, dating back to the first half of the first century A.D. — though what the graffiti says is a mystery.
The graffiti is still under study, the IEASM told Fox News Digital, but it still “reinforce[s] the hypothesis that the ship was built in Alexandria.”
The luxury boat had a wide hull design to accommodate a central pavilion for passengers.(Christoph Gerigk/Franck Goddio, Hilti Foundation)
The boat “would have had a luxuriously decorated cabin and seems to have been propelled only by oars,” the IEASM said.
In the press release, Goddio suggested the ship may have sunk during the destruction of the Temple of Isis in 50 A.D.
Cleopatra, respected in Egypt but vilified in Roman accounts, promoted the cult of Isis during her reign.
“We might also suggest a ritual use for this barge,” said Goddio. “It could have belonged to the sanctuary and [have been] part of the naval ceremony, [when the] procession celebrating Isis encountered a richly decorated vessel, the Navigium.”
The newly discovered thalamegos vessel was used for rituals, leisure and feasting in ancient Alexandria.(Christoph Gerigk/Franck Goddio, Hilti Foundation)
“This vessel was performing a yearly ritual voyage of the goddess from the Portus Magnus of Alexandria to the sanctuary of Osiris at Canopus alongside the Canopic Channel.”
There was meant to be around 90,000 odd fans at the MCG on Sunday morning but instead there was a pack of journalists and a sheepish Melbourne Cricket Club curator.
The biggest question of all, of course, was, why did Page decide to leave 10 millimetres of grass on the MCG pitch to make the wicket a bowlers’ paradise?
“We’re obviously really disappointed that it’s gone two days,” Page told reporters on Sunday.
“We’ll learn from this, we’ll get better from it, as we have done over the last seven years. We’ll look at the data, we’ll grow from it and we’ll ensure that we get it right again next year.
“This year we’ve produced a pitch that has favoured the bowlers more than the batters.”
MCC curator Matt Page has faced a media grilling on Sunday morning. Credit: Seven
Day 3 of the Test had virtually been sold out but now millions of dollars in refunds will be handed to patrons who had purchased tickets.
It means cash-strapped Cricket Australia is bracing for a monster financial loss, only a month after the Ashes opener in Perth also ended with three days to spare.
It is the first time the same series has had multiple two-day Tests in 129 years.
Page attempted to explain to reporters why he chose to leave the 10mm of grass on the pitch instead of 7mm (which was the length last year).
“We had a lot of hot weather leading into last year which makes it a lot easier for us to control our moistures leading in,” he said
“We left more moisture in the top of the pitch last year to provide that contest early up in the game.
“We felt that we had the balance really good leading into that game.
“This year we went in with 10 mills as we knew we were going to get a lot of hot weather at the back end of the game.
“We’re really conscious of flat pitches, we don’t want to go back to what we had in 2017 (when it was a road). Our grass is vitally important to what we do. We don’t get inconsistent bounce, we don’t get deterioration in our pitches.
“We’re trying to balance that contest between bat and ball throughout over four or five days to provide that captivating Test for all.
“So for us we left it longer because of the weather we were going to get at the back end.
“We’ll make sure we get it right next year.”
Page said he was in shock after Day 1 when 20 wickets fell.
“I was in a state of shock after the first day to see everything that happened,” he said.
“20 wickets in a day, I’ve never been involved in a Test match like it, and hopefully never involved in a Test match like it again.
“It was a rollercoaster ride for two days to see everything unfold. But we’ll learn from it, we’ll grow from it, we’ll get better at it, just like we have over the past years.
“I have no doubt we will come back bigger, better and stronger than we have done.”
Meanwhile, MCC chief Stuart Fox backed his man and said his team worked in very fine margins.
“This pitch has clearly favoured the bowlers and hasn’t given the batters a good opportunity to get set,” Fox said.
“So we’re obviously disappointed. What it demonstrates is the really fine margins that Matt and his team are dealing with.
“We had some circumstances leading into the Test that were difficult, particularly around weather.
“We do understand the impact this has had on, particularly the fans, and obviously one of our key stakeholders in Cricket Australia.
“We don’t plan for this to happen, we’re disappointed and we’ll move on.
“We’ll respond quickly. Matt and his team have done it before and he’s produced some good pitches, so I’ve got all the faith in the world in Matt and his team.”
Travelers at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in the Queens borough of New York, US, on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025.
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More than 900 U.S. flights were canceled and close to 8,000 were delayed Saturday after a major winter storm hit the Northeast U.S., putting carriers to the test during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Snowfall totals in the area were less than the earlier forecast, though New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey each recorded more than four inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service.
More than 136 flights, about a fifth of the scheduled departures from Kennedy Airport, were canceled, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware. Another 87 were canceled from New York’s LaGuardia Airport, about 20% of the day’s scheduled departures, and 72, or 12%, of departures from Newark were scrubbed.
Airlines canceled more than 1,700 flights on Friday, most of them ahead of the storm. Only 27 U.S. flights were listed as canceled for Sunday, according to FlightAware.
Customers must travel by the end of the year if they change their flights, the airlines said. Flying as early as possible is likely the best bet with few seats available during the busy Christmas week.
Airlines for America, the industry lobbying group, expects carriers to fly a record 52.6 million people between Dec. 19 and Jan. 5, with this Friday and Sunday among the busiest days.
Airlines generally cancel flights ahead of time for major weather events in the forecast, like blizzards or hurricanes, to avoid planes, connecting travelers and crews from getting stranded and worsening disruptions.
Archaeologists stumbled across multiple military graves during highway construction in Central Europe — shedding light on forgotten battles dating back hundreds of years.
The discovery was announced earlier this month by the Archaeological Center Olomouc (ACO), a research institution in the Czech Republic.
The mass graves were found along a 2.3-mile-long stretch of the D11 highway between the northeastern Czech cities of Jaroměř and Trutnov.
They were uncovered after metal detecting surveys revealed ammunition at the site in September, the ACO said in a press release.
The oldest grave dates back to the 1745 Battle of Žďár during the Second Silesian War, part of the War of the Austrian Succession.
Archaeologists identified graves connected to the 1745 Battle of Žďár and the 1866 Battle of Nový Rokytník.(Archeologické centrum Olomouc)
The three newer ones are linked to the 1866 Battle of Nový Rokytník, as part of the Austro-Prussian War.
“Several individuals died from gunshot wounds to the head,” the ACO added. “The skeletal remains and artifacts were transported to laboratories in Olomouc for further analysis.”
Pictures from the site show a variety of centuries-old finds, including the remains of a uniform and what appears to be a fine-tooth comb.
“We found exceptionally well-preserved textiles and military items in the grave.”
In total, archaeologists excavated 12 skeletons from the 18th-century grave, though they have not determined if the soldiers were Austrian or Prussian.
Dozens of Austrian and Prussian soldiers were identified in the Battle of Nový Rokytník-related graves, though officials said that the skeletal material “was in very poor condition.”
One Austrian mass grave held 23 skeletons, while two separate Prussian graves had 10 skeletons.
“We found exceptionally well-preserved textiles and military items in the grave, such as parts of coats, equipment components, and personal belongings of the fallen soldiers [in that grave],” archaeologist Bartoš Dvořáková said.
Archaeologists said one of the mass graves can be linked to the Second Silesian War (depicted at left).(Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images; Archeologické centrum Olomouc)
“A particularly interesting find is a silver pocket watch with a dog motif and a gold franc minted in 1854.”
The archaeological center said the discoveries “represent an exceptional archaeological assemblage that enriches our understanding of both military conflicts.”
It went on, “This 18th-century mass grave has never been documented elsewhere and is considered a European rarity.”
Speaking to Fox News Digital, ACO archaeologist Michaela Bartoš Dvořáková said the Second Silesian War grave is the first of its kind ever to be excavated in Central Europe.
The artifacts are so important because they show the “individuality” of the soldiers, Dvořáková said.
For example, a silver pocket watch in an Austro-Prussian grave intrigued experts, as well as pictures of saints in the Battle of Žďár grave.
The Archaeological Center Olomouc called the discovery an exceptional assemblage that enriches historical understanding.(Archeologické centrum Olomouc)
“Other interesting items like rings and other personal items [included a] coffee grinder and army items like textile parts of uniforms,” Dvořáková added.
The archaeologist noted they were surprised by the “good condition” of the materials at the site, including the textiles, leather, matches and metal objects.
“Unfortunately, the bones were in bad condition… [It] was important that we had an anthropologist on the site,” said Dvořáková.
The expert added that the historical analysis is just beginning, and more “nice results” will result from work with historians, anthropologists and environmentalists.
Textile fragments from military uniforms were transported to laboratories for further analysis, officials said.(Archeologické centrum Olomouc)
“We made on-site, precise documentation of these important finds,” Dvořáková concluded. “Now, we can work well with this data and, in the future, present results to the public.”
The Australian actress filed for divorce in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 30, with the date of separation listed as the same day.
The reason for the break-up was cited as irreconcilable differences, reports said at the time.
Kidman, 58, and Urban, 57, were married in 2006.
The couple have two daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, with Kidman reportedly requesting primary custody.
Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom
Orlando Bloom says he’s grateful for the time he had with former partner Katy Perry. Credit: AAP
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirmed their split in July.
The pair had been battling split rumours for months, as the pop singer took her Lifetimes Tour around the globe including a sold-out leg in Australia.
“Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on co-parenting,” representatives told US Weekly magazine.
“They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is — and always will be — raising their daughter with love, stability and mutual respect.”
The separation is believed to have begun at the start of the year.
Sydney Sweeney was engaged to Jonathon Davino before their split. Credit: Getty
Although Euphoria actress Sydney Sweeney and her fiance, businessman Jonathan Davino, reportedly ended their seven-year relationship in January, the news was not confirmed until May.
Sources claimed their demanding schedules were to blame.
In an interview with The Times published in May, the actress confirmed she and Davino broke up three years after they got engaged.
When asked by the publication if she was planning a wedding, Sweeney responded with a simple: “No.”
Further asked if she was instead single, the star replied: “Yes.”
“I’m learning a lot about myself, spending more time with my friends. And I’m loving it,” The Housemaid star added at the time.
Lily Allen & David Harbour
David Harbour and Lily Allen attend the 2022 Met Gala in New York. Credit: Getty
In January, Allen admitted she had “been spiralling” since her shock break-up and was “going away” for several weeks.
Speaking about her emotions on her Miss Me podcast at the time, the mum-of-two revealed she had suffered crippling panic attacks sparked by her heartbreak and was heading off to deal with her “pain”.
In February, it was revealed Allen, who married Harbour in 2020, was ending their marriage.
In September, she filed for divorce.
Amy Schumer & Chris Fischer
‘Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage,’ Amy Schumer said on social media. Credit: AAP
Amy Schumer confirmed she and husband Chris Fischer are divorcing after seven years of marriage.
The comedian and actor shared the news on Instagram in December, stressing the split is amicable.
“Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after seven years,” she wrote.
“We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son.
“We would appreciate people respecting our privacy at this time.”
BABIES
James Tobin & Farrah
James Tobin with his wife, Farrah and their newborn. Credit: Instagram
TV star James Tobin announced the birth of his first child with his wife, Farrah, in November.
The Weekend Sunrise presenter revealed the heartwarming news via Instagram.
“Our little girl, Tilda Tobin,” Tobin captioned the image with his baby daughter.
Ash Barty & Garry Kissick
Ash Barty has announced the safe arrival of baby Jordan. Credit: Instagram
Australian tennis legendAsh Barty and husband Garry Kissick welcomed the safe arrival of their second child in June.
Barty announced the birth of baby girl, Jordan, on her Instagram.
“Welcome to the world, Jordan,” the 29-year-old wrote alongside an adorable picture of the baby yawning.
Millie Bobby Brown & Jake Bongiovi
Millie Bobby Brown and her husband shared a first peek at their daughter, following the adoption announcement. Credit: Instagram
Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown announced the adoption of a baby girl with her husband Jake Bongiovi in August.
The pair shared the news in a joint post on Instagram.
“This summer, we welcomed our sweet baby girl through adoption,” the post said.
Vanessa Hudgens & Cole Tucker
Vanessa Hudgens announced the birth of her second baby and was honest about her labour. Credit: Instagram
The new baby continued the family tradition of names starting with the letter R, joining siblings RZA and Riot.
WEDDINGS
Delta Goodrem & Matthew Copley
I do! Singer Delta Goodrem shared a first look at photos of lavish ‘magical’ nuptials to Matthew Copley in Malta. Credit: Instagram
Singer Delta Goodrem tied the knot with her longtime partner, musician Matthew Copley, in a lavish ceremony in June.
Goodrem shared photos capturing the couple exchanging vows at the 12th-century St. Paul’s Cathedral in Mdina, located in the western region of Malta.
“It was more magical than we both could have dreamt. We said I do under the Maltese skies in a family fairytale wedding brought to life by so many angels surrounding us,” Goodrem posted on Instagram.
“We are holding on to every memory from that moment, the love, the laughter, the happy tears and dancing till the sun came up.
“We can’t wait to come back to Australia and celebrate as Mr & Mrs.”
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco tied the knot in September. Credit: Instagram
Singers Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, in September.
The couple wore custom Ralph Lauren looks.
They exchanged vows at the picturesque Sea Crest Nursery with 170 guests, including Taylor Swift, Paul Rudd, Steve Martin, Martin Short, Ed Sheeran, and Paris Hilton.
The pair first got engaged in December, with Gomez captioning her announcement: “Forever begins now.”
Patrick Schwarzenegger & Abby Champion
Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion married in September. Credit: Instagram
White Lotus star Patrick Schwarzenegger tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Abby Champion in September at Idaho’s luxurious Gozzer Ranch Golf & Lake Club.
The celebration was attended by both his real-life father, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and his TV father on The White Lotus, Jason Isaacs.
The couple, who got engaged in December 2023 after eight years together, had previously postponed their wedding due to Patrick’s White Lotus filming schedule.
Travelers at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in the Queens borough of New York, US, on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025.
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Airlines canceled more than 1,500 U.S. flights on Friday ahead of a major winter storm that will put carriers to the test during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
A winter storm warning is in effect starting Friday afternoon in New York City, New Jersey and Long Island, with snowfall totals potentially reaching 9 inches, much of it falling Friday night, the National Weather Service said.
Over 370 flights, or more than a quarter of the day’s schedule, were canceled as of 5 p.m. ET Friday to and from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware. More than 240 were also scrubbed at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, and more than 140 were canceled at Philadelphia International Airport.
Airlines have already canceled a fifth of the departures, or 125 flights from Kennedy Airport on Saturday and 69 flights or 10% of flights scheduled to depart Newark and 20%, or 80 flights from LaGuardia Airport in New York.
Customers must travel by the end of the year if they change their flights, the airlines said. Flying as early as possible is likely the best bet with few seats available during the busy Christmas week.
Airlines for America, the industry lobbying group, expects carriers to fly a record 52.6 million people between Dec. 19 and Jan. 5, with this Friday and Sunday among the busiest days.
Airlines generally cancel flights ahead of time for major weather events in the forecast, like blizzards or hurricanes, to avoid planes, connecting travelers and crews from getting stranded and worsening disruptions.
American Airlines has made a change that affects how millions of travelers earn rewards on its cheapest tickets — and now the airline is facing some backlash for it.
Under the updated policy, passengers who purchase basic economy fares will no longer earn AAdvantage miles or loyalty points toward elite status.
The change applies to tickets booked on or after Dec. 17, according to the airline.
American Airlines said the change is part of an effort to remain competitive.
“We routinely evaluate our fare products to remain competitive in the marketplace,” the airline said in a statement to Fox News Digital.
“Basic Economy customers will continue to receive one free personal item and one free carry-on bag, free snacks, soft drinks and in-flight entertainment,” the airline also said.
Passengers who purchase basic economy tickets will no longer earn AAdvantage miles or loyalty points toward elite status, said American Airlines.(iStock)
Previously, AAdvantage members earned miles and points based on the price of their ticket, even when flying on the airline’s lowest fare class.
Under the updated policy, those rewards will now be reserved for main cabin fares and higher.
Reaction to the change has been mixed on online forums such as Reddit, where users debated whether basic economy travelers should expect to earn loyalty rewards at all.
Some commenters argued that most passengers who book the lowest-priced fares are primarily motivated by cost, not by loyalty perks.
The announcement has drawn mixed reactions online, with some people questioning whether low-cost fares should include loyalty benefits.(iStock)
“I can’t imagine your typical bare-bones basic flyer really cares that much about points or miles,” one user wrote.
The person added that price tends to outweigh loyalty considerations for many travelers.
Others supported the airline’s decision, saying elite status should be tied to higher spending.
“If you’re booking basic economy, you shouldn’t reap the benefits,” another commenter said, noting that American Airlines was among the last major carriers to make such a change.
Some travelers said basic economy customers prioritize low prices over miles, while others agreed elite status should be limited to higher spenders.(iStock)
Some frequent flyers, however, criticized the move — arguing it removes one of the few incentives for budget-conscious business travelers.
“This is awful,” one self-identified platinum member wrote.
“I fly for work a lot, but my company won’t pay for anything more than basic economy. Having the status and points is what makes traveling for work worth it.”
For American Airlines, mileage earnings apply only to certain ticket types, with eligibility determined by fare class and booking conditions, according to the company’s website.
Kelly McGreal is a production assistant with the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital.
GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Canton Fair has expanded its digital capabilities to boost high-quality foreign trade by introducing its year-round online platform featuring monthly industry themes. The December edition focuses on the Light & Electrical and Hardware & Tool categories, creating a central gateway for international buyers seeking new products and reliable suppliers. The platform invites industry professionals across global markets to access the digital showcase and discover new avenues for cooperation.
The Industry Thematic Event brings together a whole online sourcing chain through four integrated sections: Hot Products, Selected Exhibitors, Sourcing Request, and Industry Events, covering product exploration, supplier evaluation, demand posting, and engagement with industry insights. This structure is designed to facilitate matchmaking between buyers and suppliers, thereby enhancing the efficiency of cross-border business interactions.
In this month, the Hot Products section spotlights key offerings across Lighting Equipment, Electronic and Electrical Products, New Energy Resources, Tools, and Hardware.
Energy-efficient LED solutions and IoT-ready intelligent lighting systems anchor the lighting display. A top Foshan enterprise showcases its innovative series using Rayleigh scattering and nanotech to mimic natural sky spectra, with AI-personalized scenes via mobile app.
Power and network cables in accordance with standards in Europe, Africa, and other regions are complemented by IoT terminals designed for increasingly connected buildings.
Solar tools, storage batteries, and photovoltaic connectors reflect rising demand for adaptable new-energy applications. A Nasdaq-listed company showcases its new commercial & industrial energy storage system and 24.8%-efficiency N-type PV modules with robust adaptability.
Industrial hand tools, longer-endurance cordless power tools, and advanced fasteners round out the Tools and Hardware lineup.
The Selected Exhibitors section highlights companies with strong research capabilities, recognized international certifications, reliable supply chains, and overseas project experience. Emphasis on patented technologies, intelligent production systems, and green manufacturing practices helps buyers make informed decisions and progress quickly toward product sampling.
In the Sourcing Request section, overseas buyers post detailed sourcing specifications, including quantities, delivery timelines, and compliance standards, while suppliers can respond directly, expediting conversion of sourcing intent into viable transactions. Complementing these functions, the Industry Events section reviews product launches and application cases at the 138th Canton Fair, offering latest innovation and real projects for buyers’ reference.
With continuous online operation and monthly industry thematic events, the Canton Fair strengthens precision matching, extends product exposure, and let Chinese manufacturing better meet global demand.
A testament to cross-border collaboration and the elite gaming performance of the Infinix GT 30 Pro
HONG KONG, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — During the2025 PUBG MOBILE SUPERSTARS UNITED event held in Bangkok, the Team Infinix, composed of renowned global content creators, delivered a stunning performance. In a high-stakes showdown, bolstered by the clutch performance of Uzbekistani player Yakudza and the powerful, stable performance of the Infinix GT 30 Pro, the team successfully secured the prestigious “Chicken Dinner Victory Squad” honor. This cross-cultural team not only showcased the power of international collaboration but also highlighted Infinix GT Series’ dedication to “Enjoyment Technology” that empowers players to achieve their esports dreams.
The Infinix Team Secures the “Chicken Dinner Victory Squad” Honor
Breaks Barriers: GT 30 Pro Powers International Team to “Chicken Dinner” Success
The Team Infinix members included Captain Salim Al Badi from Saudi Arabia, Sikandar Nawaz from Pakistan, MODOX from Morocco, and Yakudza from Uzbekistan. This international alliance came together through their shared passion to challenge the global stage.
It is worth noting that Sikandar Nawaz and MODOX were ordinary PUBG MOBILE players before the competition, with no professional-level gaming experience, making their presence on the PMGC stage a challenge in itself. It was the mutual trust within the team, combined with the extreme experience provided by the Infinix GT 30 Pro, that allowed them to create a miracle in the top-tier competition.
Infinix Team preparing for the match
At a critical moment during the match, the Team Infinix faced its most heart-stopping challenge: Yakudza and his teammate were ambushed by three enemies while driving. Though his teammate was quickly eliminated, Yakudza refused to give up. He was left alone on the battlefield, facing the impossible odds of one against three.
With composure and mastery over the GT 30 Pro, Yakudza pulled off an astonishing counter-attack. He engaged the three enemies in a fierce guerrilla fight, utilizing every piece of cover and the phone’s millisecond-level response speed to execute precise movements and shots. Ultimately, Yakudza successfully eliminated all his opponents, single-handedly reversing a sure defeat and securing the vital “Chicken Dinner” opportunity for the team.
The team was ecstatic and immensely surprised by Yakudza’s heroic performance and the reliability of the GT 30 Pro. The moment the Team Infinix name flashed on the screen symbolized not just a victory empowered by technology, but the profound enhancement of cross-border camaraderie in competitive sports.
GT 30 Pro, The Ultimate Aid: Yakudza’s Clutch Play Changes the Tide
Yakudza shared his deep impressions of the Infinix GT 30 Pro’s performance after the match. As a veteran user of the GT 30 Pro, he declared that the device’s extreme fluidity and stable, non-dropping frame rates were his secret weapon for the spectacular comeback.
“In those high-intensity final circles, if your phone overheats or lags, you’re finished. But my GT 30 Pro was like a reliable comrade,” Yakudza expressed excitedly. “Coupled with its cooling system, it truly maintained a steady frame rate throughout, allowing me to focus entirely on tactical execution instead of worrying about my equipment failing me.”
The GT 30 Pro’s ability to stay cool under pressure stems from Infinix’s professional esports hardware integration. It is powered by the high-performance MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chip, providing surging power. Even more critical is the comprehensive “Cooling System” created by Infinix: the 3D Vapour Cloud Chamber serves as its internal core, complemented externally by the innovative MagCharge Cooler and a compatible MagCase. Yakudza noted that upon attaching the magnetic fan, cooling efficiency is enhanced, and the exclusive Draco Mode automatically activates, ensuring high-efficiency cooling even during wireless charging.
Veteran user of the GT 30 Pro, Yakudza
Thanks to this comprehensive cooling system, the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, and the combination of 512GB ROM and 12GB of RAM (expandable to 24GB), the Infinix GT 30 Pro is among the first smartphones in its price segment capable of maintaining a stable 120FPS(frames per second) throughout the day, earning it official endorsement for global PUBG MOBILE tournaments.
It was these technological advantages that allowed Yakudza to remain calm, execute with precision, and ultimately seize victory in the nick of time.
Enjoyment Beyond Expectations: The GT Series’ Commitment to Esports Future
This victory in a global top-tier esports event signifies a concrete step forward in Infinix’s strategic plan for the esports sector. Following the match, Captain Salim, a seasoned PUBG MOBILE player and a professional tech reviewer, shared his outlook on Infinix’s future technological direction, emphasizing hardware upgrades and AI integration: “In terms of hardware, a better processor combined with larger RAM will further enhance the esports experience… I am very much looking forward to Infinix integrating AI technology more deeply into the mobile experience.”
Complementing Salim’s technical foresight is the firsthand experience of a living legend in the scene: Bune Top. Known as “The Mighty Top,” he stands as the only player in the history of PUBG MOBILE esports to win two FMVP awards in Global Championships (PMGC 2022 with STE and PMGC 2025 with APG). Having reached the pinnacle of global competition using the GT series, Bune Top highlighted the synergy between aesthetics and performance, stating: “I really like the design of the Infinix.” When asked if he would suggest the GT30 Pro to the community, the two-time FMVP was definitive: “I would certainly recommend it to others,” endorsing the device for both casual and competitive players.
FMVP of PMGC 2025, Bune Top
Infinix is actively responding to these demands, continually pushing the boundaries of performance. The GT Series is committed to becoming the innovation platform for the future of mobile esports. Infinix will work closely with MediaTek to optimize the chipset and accelerate the development of advanced cooling technologies, ensuring unwavering frame rate stability during extended play, and significantly improving battery endurance. This commitment affirms the GT Series’ role as a co-creator in the future of mobile esports, ensuring that technology and talent advance together.
Infinix remains dedicated to providing global young users with an exceptional digital life experience, upholding the brand manifesto of “Enjoyment Beyond Expectations.” Infinix believes that the power of technology can break barriers and connect the world, aspiring to be the bridge for global players to gather due to passion and succeed because of technology.
About Infinix:
Founded in 2013, Infinix is a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers. With a presence in over 70 countries, Infinix delivers cutting-edge technology, stylish design, and outstanding performance. Our product lineup includes smartphones, TWS earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, and smart TVs. In 2023, Infinix was recognized in Kantar and Google’s top 50 Chinese Global Brand Builders Report and ranked sixth in Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024 in the Asia-Pacific sector. For more information, please visit:http://www.infinixmobility.com/.
About PUBG MOBILE:
PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the phenomenon that took the world of interactive entertainment by storm in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to battle in a winner-takes-all showdown. Players must locate and scavenge their own weapons, vehicles, and supplies, and defeat every player in a visually and tactically rich battleground that forces players into a shrinking play zone. PUBG MOBILE is co-developed by LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS of Tencent Games and KRAFTON, Inc.
For more information, please visit the official PUBG MOBILE accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
– Secured a total of 55 million in R&D funding, including 40 million in upfront payment and 15 million in equity investment
– Accelerating R&D on core technologies, including expansion of indications for the Grabody platform
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ABL Bio (CEO Sang Hoon Lee), a company specializing in bispecific antibodies, announced that ABL Bio will receive a USD 40 million upfront payment for the license, research and collaboration agreement for its Grabody platform, and a USD 15 million equity investment from Eli Lilly and Company (“Lilly”).
ABL Bio and Lilly are currently conducting joint research and development on multiple therapeutic candidates leveraging the Grabody platform across various modalities.
In parallel with strengthening its collaboration with Lilly, ABL Bio plans to accelerate R&D on its core technologies—including the bispecific antibody platform ‘Grabody’, bispecific ADCs, and dual-payload ADCs—using the newly secured funding.
Sang Hoon Lee, CEO of ABL Bio said, “With the completion of the relevant administrative procedures, including the HSR Act, ABL Bio will receive the upfront payment and equity investment from Lilly. The company plans to use the newly secured funding to expand the indications of its Grabody platform into high-unmet-need areas such as obesity and muscle disorders. ABL Bio also intends to extend clinical development of its bispecific immuno-oncology candidates into combination therapies and focus on advancing next-generation ADC programs.”
Meanwhile, on November 12 and 14, ABL Bio signed a license, research and collaboration agreement for Grabody platform with Lilly valued at USD 2.602 billion (including a USD 40 million upfront payment), as well as a USD 15 million equity investment agreement. Based on these agreements, ABL Bio explores a broad range of collaborative opportunities with Lilly to develop therapies from a long-term perspective.
About ABL Bio
ABL Bio is developing various clinical and non-clinical assets based on its bispecific antibody platform ‘Grabody’. Clinical projects for 8 pipelines, including ABL301 (SAR446159), ABL001 (tovecimig), ABL111 (givastomig), ABL503 (ragistomig), ABL105 (YH32367), ABL104 (YH32364), ABL103, and ABL202 (CS5001/LCB71), are underway for different indications in various countries, including the United States, China, Australia, and Korea. Following the completion of the Phase 1 clinical trial of ABL301 (SAR446159), Sanofi will conduct the subsequent clinical studies. ABL001 (tovecimig) has received Fast Track designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In addition, ABL111 (givastomig), co-developed with NovaBridge, has presented encouraging data from the Phase 1b clinical trial evaluating the triple combination therapy with nivolumab and chemotherapy in ESMO GI 2025. In addition, ABL Bio is continuously researching and developing several other product candidates, including bispecific antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
