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Pierre’s TT at Intercontinental Dubai Festival City Reopens with Fresh Seasonal Menu This August

PR News Desk 14/08/2025

Pierre’s TT at InterContinental Dubai Festival City reopens its doors this August after its annual July pause, inviting discerning diners to indulge in its seasonal menu that captures the essence of classic and modern French cuisine. Helmed by multi-Michelin-starred Chef Pierre Gagnaire and

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Iraqi Fintech ‘Qi Card’, ‘Turkish Airlines’ Launch Mastercard Debit Card

PR News Desk 14/08/2025

Qi Card, Iraq’s leading digital payments provider, and Turkish Airlines, one of the world’s largest airlines, has signed a landmark partnership in Istanbul to launch a new co-branded Mastercard debit card for Iraqis. The partnership will benefit 11 million Qi cardholders in Iraq by integrating their everyday spend to Turkish Airlines’ Miles&Smiles rewards programme.

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HUAWEI MatePad 11.5: A Captivating Study Companion with Student-Friendly Features, Now Available for Pre-Order

PR News Desk 14/08/2025

Following its unveiling at Huawei’s recent launch event in Dubai, the sleek and feature-packed HUAWEI MatePad 11.5 is now officially available for pre-order in the UAE. Designed to deliver an exceptional balance of performance, creativity, and comfort, the MatePad 11.5 brings Huawei’s innovative PaperMatte Display technology to a wider audience, making it the perfect

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HONOR Launches Pre-Orders for Magic V5 in the UAE, Redefining the Future of Foldables

PR News Desk 14/08/2025

HONOR a global leading AI device ecosystem company has officially opened pre-orders for the anticipated HONOR Magic V5 in the UAE. This announcement follows a successful regional launch event held in Dubai under the theme “Unfold New Possibilities”, which garnered exceptionally positive feedback from media representatives, tech experts, and fans alike. HONOR is now

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Platinumlist Rebranding to Meet Needs 9+ Million Users Across MENA

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Platinumlist, the Middle East entertainment discovery platform, launches a comprehensive rebranding of its platform. This step is a response to the booming events sector in the MENA region, which has resulted in evolving user and partner demands for flexibility, consistency and personalisation. Since its founding in 2009, Platinumlist has expanded from a single event type

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Visual Arts Commission Announces Art Bridges Cultural Programs in Scotland, Japan, South Korea and Spain

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

The Visual Arts Commission (VAC) announces the launch of the Art Bridges 2025–2026 initiative, comprising four distinguished programs designed to advance professional development and international cultural exchange for Saudi and Saudi-based visual artists, cultural practitioners, creative professionals, and cultural producers. The programs will be implemented

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Tuum Selected by Uptex Bank to Power E-Banking Expansion in Middle East and Africa

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Tuum, the leading next-generation core banking provider, has been selected by Oliver Business Development (OBD) Holding to power its newly licensed e-banking services in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) called Uptex Bank. The partnership marks Tuum’s first customer in the Middle East and reinforces its strategy to support innovation-led financial institutions in

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MBRF showcases Bil Arabi initiative at 10th Istanbul International Arabic Book Fair

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is participating in the 10th edition of the Istanbul International Arabic Book Fair, held under the theme ‘Arabic Lives On.’ The event runs from 9 to 17 August 2025, at the Yenikapı Exhibition Center in Istanbul, Turkey. MBRF’s participation aligns with its constant efforts to expand […]

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G42 Launches OpenAI GPT-OSS Globally on Core42’s AI Cloud

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, announced the availability of OpenAI’s latest open-weight AI models, including gpt-oss-20B and gpt-oss-120B, on the Core42 AI Cloud platform, instantly accessible through the Core42 Compass API. The deployment enables enterprises, researchers, and developers to run the models on a choice

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African Development Bank Unveils Groundbreaking Mapping of Women Entrepreneurs’ Associations in Africa

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has unveiled the findings of a first-of-its-kind study mapping women entrepreneurs’ associations across sixteen African countries, revealing significant capacity gaps that hinder their economic impact. Launched on 6 August in Nouakchott, the study shows that while nearly one in four African women is an entrepreneur, 87 percent of

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On World Organ Donation Day KFSHRC Announces 10 Kidney Exchange Transplants Completed in 48 Hours

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) successfully performed 10 kidney exchange transplants over two consecutive days, setting a global record for the highest number of such procedures conducted within a two-day span at a single center, coinciding with World Organ Donation Day on August 13. This milestone reinforces KFSHRC’s position as a global […]

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A Bloom of Flavour: Blume Launches Limited-Time Arabic Afternoon Tea for Emirati Women’s Day

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

In honour of Emirati Women’s Day, Blume, the Silk Road–inspired dining destination in Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, invites guests to indulge in a limited-edition Arabic Afternoon Tea, served daily from 2 PM to 6 PM between 25 and 31 August. Celebrating tradition with a modern flair, the one-week experience infuses regional flavours with Blume’s signature […]

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Smart Cleaning for Smart Families: How LG Vacuums Help Gulf Parents Prepare for Back-to-School Season While Saving on Energy Bills 

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

As the back-to-school season approaches, Gulf families are preparing for the busy days ahead. Between managing school supplies, schedules, and activities, keeping the home clean can often feel like an added challenge. LG Electronics is here to make life easier with its range of CordZero cordless vacuum cleaners, designed to deliver powerful cleaning performance without the

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Hamdan Centre for Giftedness and Innovation Students Excel in Cambridge University Pre-University Program

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Students from the Hamdan Centre for Giftedness and Innovation, part of the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, have concluded their participation in the Pre-University Program at Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, achieving outstanding results and receiving certificates of excellence across multiple fields of academic

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Gold Supported by Central Bank Buying, Strong Indian Demand Outlook : Comments from Century Financial

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Oil fell 1.2% on Monday and steadied after an early drop on Tuesday, as investors await Friday’s meeting between US and Russian leaders for fresh direction. Traders are closely watching the lead-up to the talks, which could result in eased US sanctions on OPEC+ member Russia and potentially bring more supply to the market. Prices […]

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Demand for elite maintenance in luxury branded residences continues to grow unabated in Dubai, says Hitches & Glitches

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

UAE-based sustainable and technology-driven home maintenance specialist Hitches & Glitches (H&G), part of the Farnek Group, has experienced a significant increase in demand for home maintenance in Dubai’s luxury branded residential market sector. More than 13,000 branded units were sold in Dubai alone during 2024, an increase of 43% compared with the previous year,

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Back to Smart: Hisense Rolls Out Back-to-School Deals Across the GCC

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

As families across the region gear up for the new academic year, Hisense is making it easier to head back to school with a range of compelling sales offers across its home appliance and electronics portfolio. Available until 1st September 2025, these limited-time deals include bundle offers, gifts, and value-packed surprises to help shoppers upgrade […]

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Kempinski Hotels Elevates Guest Experience with Strategic Appointments in Wellness, Experiences and Gastronomy

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of three new Vice Presidents – Kristian Toivanen, Aurelia van Lynden and Dan Clayton – to its newly formed product and experience team.  Reporting to Chief Product & Experience Officer, Rasha Lababidi, the trio will lead wellness and spa, property and destination guest experiences and gastronomy and

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Emaar and Aldar Fuel UAE Property Market Boom as Investor Confidence Surges in 2025

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

The UAE’s real estate sector continues its remarkable growth trajectory, with over 96,000 transactions recorded in the first half of 2025, totalling AED 322 billion (USD $87 billion). From luxury residences and waterfront villas to iconic skyscraper developments, the broader property market is benefiting from strong domestic and international demand. “This trend is

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VOCO DUBAI THE PALM INTRODUCES BEACH DAY PASS FOR A LAID-BACK ESCAPE ON PALM WEST BEACH

PR News Desk 13/08/2025

voco Dubai The Palm has unveiled a new way to enjoy its signature slice of shoreline with the launch of the voco Beach Day Pass — a curated daycation experience designed for those looking to unwind, recharge, and savour the best of Palm West Beach, even without an overnight stay. Available daily from 9am until […]