NEWS DESK GCC UAE

UAE participates in 49th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East in Jordan

News Desk 12/06/2023

The UAE, represented by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, has been chosen as the UNWTO Vice President for the Middle East for the 25th edition of the UNWTO meeting, which will be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, in October. The announcement was made during the UAE delegation’s

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency GCC UAE

UAE-based Islamic Coin Gains Over 1.3M Users, Paves the Way for Halal Crypto Investments

News Desk 12/06/2023

The world of crypto is rife with risky investments. Many new coins and services ask for financial contributions with little guarantee of return, and stories of crypto investors losing large sums make headlines frequently. There is a problem of ethics and reliability in the crypto world that has proven difficult to resolve. The Haqq network, […]

NEWS DESK

The Middle East ranks first globally for the shared values of its citizens and governments

News Desk 09/06/2023

Dubai/Riyadh/Cairo, June 9, 2023 – Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt and Turkey rank above 26 other countries in the world for the perceived alignment of their policies and programs with the personal values of their people, according to a new report from BCW, the leading global communications agency. Based on a survey of more than […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Dubai Health Authority issues standards for physiotherapy services in the Emirate.

News Desk 09/06/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 9, 2023:  The Dubai Health Authority(DHA) announced that it has issued the standards for physiotherapy services in the Emirate. The announcement took place during the World Physiotherapy Conference, which recently took place in Dubai. Dr. Marwan Al Mulla, CEO of the Health Regulation Sector at the DHA said that the […]

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The IKEA Foundation pledges more than 11 million Euros in emergency humanitarian aid for Sudan

News Desk 09/06/2023

New Delhi, June 9, 2023: The IKEA Foundation has donated €5 million to Médecins Sans Frontières – Doctors Without Borders (MSF) to provide urgent medical care and supplies to people affected by the recent fighting in Sudan. It has also donated €6.7 million to Better Shelter to deploy 3,000 units to meet the immediate shelter needs of

Business

Al-Futtaim Automotive leads $15 million funding round in revolutionary EV startup – River

News Desk 09/06/2023

Dubai, UAE, 09 June 2023: One of the Middle East’s leading automotive business, Al-Futtaim Automotive led the investment round of $15-million in the Indian electric two-wheeler startup, River. The funding series, a testament of Al-Futtaim Automotive’s commitment to supporting sustainable mobility, will bolster River’s manufacturing and distribution networks for an August

Sustainability Lifestyle

RE-NEW Our WORLD Student Water Innovation Challenge Celebrates 2023 Winners

News Desk 08/06/2023

On Sunday June 4th, on the eve of World Environment Day, the Awarding Ceremony for the third edition of the RE-NEW Our WORLD Student Water Innovation Challenge was held to celebrate the 2023 cohort of winners. An initiative by Water Alliance, the 3rd edition has been conducted in partnership with Emirates Environmental Group under the […]

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Celebrate Global Wellness Day with Vibrant Zumba Workouts at GOCO Spa Doha

News Desk 08/06/2023

Doha, Qatar, 08 June 2023: With Global Wellness Day taking place on 11th June, Steigenberger Hotel Doha’s GOCO SPA is highlighting the importance of physical and emotional well-being. Within the sanctuary of luxury, GOCO Spa Doha offers a contemporary twist on self-care experiences that promote overall well-being. Under this year’s #DanceMagenta theme, GOCO Spa Doha […]

Business GCC UAE

Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen witnesses signing of UAE-Cambodia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

News Desk 08/06/2023

The United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Cambodia have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that is expected to more than double non-oil bilateral trade from US$407 million in 2022 to US$1 billion within five years. Witnessed by Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Sen, the agreement was signed in Phnom Penh by His Excellency Dr […]

Health Lifestyle

RAK Hospital Launches Post-COVID Clinic to Support Long COVID Patients in the Community

News Desk 08/06/2023

June 8, 2023; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE: Since the very beginning of the pandemic, RAK Hospital has remained at the forefront of ensuring community well-being; taking numerous initiatives to ensure the health and safety of the population.  Continuing its commitment towards the people of Ras Al Khaimah, in yet another innovative initiative country’s leading healthcare […]

Business

Demand for innovative designs surges across industries, ‘THE FITOUT’ anticipates robust growth

News Desk 08/06/2023

June 08, 2023 THE FITOUT, one of the leading providers of comprehensive interior solutions in the Middle East, and a subsidiary of Union Properties, has projected a substantial expansion in the region’s interior fit-out market in the coming years due to an increasing number of collaborations and developments within the sector. The company’s statement is […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

UAE to host K-Business Day in Middle Eat 2023 to facilitate partnerships

News Desk 08/06/2023

K-Business Day in Middle Eat 2023 will take place at the Dubai World Trade Center on 12 and 13 June, with the participation of H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy; and Lee Young, South Korean Minister of SMEs and Startups. The event, to be hosted by the Ministry of Economy and […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Dubai Health Authority launches an initiative to enhance legal awareness of healthcare  professionals in the emirate

News Desk 08/06/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 8, 2023: The Dubai Health Authority( DHA) recently launched a unique initiative aimed at raising and enhancing legal awareness among health professionals working across private health facilities in the emirate. The initiative – which includes a series of awareness roadshows-started at Fakeeh University Hospital and will continue

Tech GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Cloudera’s Evolve Dubai Ignites Success, Attracts over 300 Data Leaders, and Inspires Data-Driven Conclusions

News Desk 08/06/2023

Over 300 attendees from 100+ companies make the global event series a successful chapter in learning and applying cloud technology for innovation and sustainability. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 8th June 2023: Championing data management and analytics to deliver change,Cloudera recently organised the data conference Evolve Dubai in attendance with over 300 leading IT and

Tech GCC UAE

New York University Abu Dhabi Selects Dell Technologies’ High-Performance Servers to Power R&D Capabilities

News Desk 08/06/2023

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has selected Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) to transform and build an advanced computing environment to fast-track research projects and drive measurable scientific results. NYUAD chose Dell PowerEdge Servers powered by AMD EPYC™ processors which enable faster adoption for HPC customers, due to high core counts in CPUs (up to 64

Tech

Microsoft to host exclusive event showcasing how AI can unlock potential of UAE organizations

News Desk 08/06/2023

JUNE 8: DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – As Artificial Intelligence (AI) breakthroughs continue to change and augment the way that people around the world work and live, Microsoft today announced that it will host an exclusive event showcasing its collaboration with OpenAI and the potential for ground-breaking innovation that the collaboration has unlocked for UAE […]

Business

CHINA-GCC FREE TRADE AGREEMENT WILL HELP UNLOCK NEW OPPORTUNITIES

News Desk 08/06/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 June 2023: A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between China and GCC is a “game-changer” that would boost the region and “galvanise Middle Eastern economic transformation,” according to a top former Lebanese minister. Although the deal is yet to be signed, there is a strong indication it will be finalised after […]

Business

IFS and HOIST launch FLEXPLUS Enterprise Applications Services

News Desk 08/06/2023

Dubai, UAE, June 8, 2023 – IFS, the global enterprise applications company, has today announced that it has partnered with HOIST, already a strategic partner in the IFS Ecosystem, to develop and deliver a mid-market specialised service offering to help further drive customer satisfaction in the IFS ecosystem. Mid-size companies are also under pressure to […]

Hospitality

Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island took part in the Blood Donation Campaign by Saqr Hospital

News Desk 08/06/2023

32 staff members of the Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island voluntarily donated blood to the Saqr Hospital Blood Bank. As part of the Responsible Business to think about the people and the community, Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island took part in the blood donation drive campaign which was organized by the […]

Hospitality

Eid Al Adha Staycation: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹

News Desk 08/06/2023

If you’re planning to spend the Eid Al Adha long weekend with your family in Dubai, Leva Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road is a great option that offers luxury, convenience, and excellent amenities at a great price. The hotel features a beautiful rooftop swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness room, and an all-day dining restaurant. Guests can also enjoy […]