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Four Hospitals from Aster DM Healthcare GCC featured in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 list

News Desk 05/05/2026

Aster DM Healthcare has once again strengthened its global standing, with four of its hospitals named in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 list. The continued inclusion of these hospitals reflects not just a single year of achievement, but a sustained track record of excellence in patient

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Palo Alto Networks to Acquire Portkey to Secure the Rise of AI Agents

News Desk 05/05/2026

Palo Alto Palo Alto Networks® (NASDAQ: PANW), the global cybersecurity leader, today announced its intent to acquire Portkey, a pioneer in AI Gateways. Portkey delivers a critical centralized control plane to manage and protect autonomous AI agents, already processing trillions of tokens per month with the low latency required for agent-to-agent communication. By ensuring

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Predicting prostate cancer recurrence through power of AI

News Desk 05/05/2026

To help meet the potentially complex needs of patients after prostate cancer treatment and offer the precision and care necessary in the follow-up journey, Mayo Clinic’s Department of Radiation Oncology developed the PSA Control Tower. This is an intelligent monitoring tool designed to support clinicians in keeping a close, ongoing watch over patients after treatment. […]

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Transform your one-night stay into the ultimate 40-hour escape, with 16 extra hours free at Nest Hotel in Aljada, Sharjah

News Desk 05/05/2026

Nest Hotel is inviting holidaymakers to turn an overnight trip to Aljada, Sharjah, into the ultimate escape by taking advantage of its “40 is the new 24” special offer. With prices starting from AED140++, guests can check in as early as 6am and stay until 10pm the next day – extending their getaways by up […]

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Eid by the Creek: A Refined Waterfront Staycation

News Desk 05/05/2026

Celebrate the spirit of Eid with a serene creekside escape at Address Creek Harbour and Palace Dubai Creek Harbour, where meaningful moments, family gatherings, and refined hospitality come together against the backdrop of Dubai’s glittering skyline. Guests can enjoy elegant accommodation with daily breakfast, along with the flexibility of early check-in and late

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Unlock Downtown: Eid Escape, Perfectly Curated in the Heart of the City

News Desk 05/05/2026

This Eid, Address Downtown, Address Dubai Mall, Address Sky View, Vida Dubai Mall, and Palace Downtown invite guests to celebrate the festive season with a thoughtfully curated staycation designed for connection, relaxation, and meaningful moments. Set against the iconic backdrop of Downtown Dubai, the experience offers a seamless blend of comfort, elegance, and access to

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Ankabut earns Great Place to Work® Certification in the UAE

News Desk 05/05/2026

Ankabut, the UAE’s advanced technology provider for the education and research ecosystem, has earned the 2026 Great Place to Work Certification™. The recognition from Great Place to Work® Middle East serves as a reflection of the company’s ongoing commitment to employee wellbeing, resilience, and inclusion. “Earning this certification affirms Ankabut’s people-first

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OMODA & JAECOO expands into intelligent ecosystems with AiMOGA Robotics debut, marks one million global sales

News Desk 05/05/2026

OMODA & JAECOO is entering its next phase of global growth by expanding beyond smart mobility into intelligent ecosystems, as it unveiled its latest innovations at the Beijing Auto Show 2026 while accelerating its footprint in the UAE through showroom expansion, advanced hybrid offerings, and exclusive milestone campaigns. At the Beijing Auto Show, OMODA & […]

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NetApp Appoints Jurgen Hofkens as CTO and VP Sales Engineering, EMEA & LATAM

News Desk 05/05/2026

NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, today appointed Jurgen Hofkens as Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Sales Engineering for EMEA and LATAM, effective 1 May 2026. He reports to Willem Hendrickx, SVP and General Manager, EMEA and LATAM, and will lead the region’s technical strategy and customer engagement as enterprises

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INTERCON RESIDENCES BUSINESS BAY AND KIMPTON SEVN DUBAI APPOINTS CHEF VINCENT GADAUD AS CLUSTER EXECUTIVE CHEF

News Desk 05/05/2026

InterContinental Residences Business Bay has announced the appointment of Chef Vincent Gadaud as its new Cluster Executive Chef, overseeing culinary operations across InterContinental Residences Business Bay and Kimpton Sevn Dubai, effective 1st May 2026.   This appointment marks a significant step in strengthening the culinary direction and overall guest experience

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The Portail des Nations Announces Official Opening in June 2026, Marking a New Era of Public Engagement with the United Nations in Geneva

News Desk 05/05/2026

The Portail des Nations, the highly anticipated visitors’ centre of the United Nations in Geneva, has confirmed its official opening for early June 2026. Positioned at the historic entrance to the Palais des Nations, the landmark initiative is set to redefine how global audiences engage with the principles and practice of multilateralism. Conceived as far […]

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Mada Media signs contracts worth nearly AED1billion

News Desk 05/05/2026

Mada Media, the company responsible for organising, developing, and managing the out-of-home (OOH) advertising sector in Dubai, announced the signing of new advertising contracts in the first quarter of 2026 with a total value of close to AED1 billion. The agreements, spanning five to seven years, reflect continued momentum in the sector and reinforce Dubai’s […]

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Arthur D. Little: MENA Fintech Enters Its Next Phase From a Position of Structural Strength

News Desk 05/05/2026

Arthur D. Little (ADL) has launched ‘The Next Phase of MENA Fintech Growth’— an in-depth report that presents key findings from the Voices of Fintech Tuesdays Survey. Conducted jointly with ADL in H2 2025, the survey draws on first-hand perspectives from 140+ founders and C-suite executives across the region.   Published against a backdrop of […]

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Boopin participates in Make it in the Emirates 2026

News Desk 05/05/2026

Boopin, an integrated digital marketing agency, is participating in Make it in the Emirates 2026, taking place at ADNEC Abu Dhabi from 4 to 7 May 2026.  Held as part of the UAE’s wider national efforts to advance industrial growth, Make it in the Emirates continues to strengthen its position as a leading platform for […]

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Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council Strengthens National Quality Infrastructure and Industrial Competitiveness at Make it in the Emirates 2026 through the Quality Hub

News Desk 04/05/2026

Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council is participating in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026, taking place from 4 to 7 May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, with the participation of leading decision-makers, experts, and major industrial and investment entities. This participation underscores the Council’s pivotal role in advancing the national […]

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Horizon Town Square Strengthens Founding Team with Key Leadership Appointments

News Desk 04/05/2026

Horizon English School Town Square, the highly anticipated new all-through British curriculum school set to open in Dubai, is delighted to announce the appointment of two distinguished educators to its founding leadership team: Charlotte Grieves as Head of Primary and Lewis Hammill as Head of Secondary. These appointments bring together two highly accomplished school

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Milestone Systems Elevates Middle East Urban Security Standards with XProtect 2026 R1 and Arcules Updates

News Desk 04/05/2026

Milestone Systems, a world leader in open platform video management software, announced XProtect 2026 R1 and Arcules VSaaS platform enhancements, delivering updates to strengthen security operations, simplify system management, and expand cloud flexibility across a wide range of deployment environments. Urban transformation projects under initiatives such as Saudi Vision

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5 fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this International Family Day

News Desk 04/05/2026

International Family Day on 15 May offers a wonderful excuse to step away from the everyday and create memories as a family. Abu Dhabi has a diverse range of activities and experiences for all ages, whether seeking thrilling adventures, a more relaxed pace or a blend of both.   From exhilarating rides at Yas Waterworld […]

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Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi Advances Ethical AI Dialogue During Integrity Week

News Desk 04/05/2026

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) successfully concluded its annual Integrity Week, held in April 2026, reinforcing academic integrity as a defining principle of its teaching and its student experience, alongside its focus on academic excellence and holistic student development. More than a standalone initiative, Integrity Week reflects the University’s broader mission

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UAE potential can be realised noe OPEC straitjeck is gone

News Desk 04/05/2026

The Postal Sector Regulatory Committee has approved a comprehensive support package of regulatory measures designed to provide immediate operational and financial relief to companies across the UAE’s Postal and Courier, Express and Parcels (CEP) sector, and help ensure long-term viability and continuity of services provided to customers. The decision forms part of