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Sharjah Airport receives first ‘Fly Oya’ flight from Libya

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) announced welcoming the first flight of ‘Fly Oya’ flights, from Tripoli, Libya, to Sharjah Airport during 2024. This is in line with the Authority’s ambitious efforts to expand the airport’s list of flight destinations.   The airline will operate a

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Prolific Ransomware Groups Intentionally Switch On Remote Encryption for Attacks

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today released a report, titled “CryptoGuard: An Asymmetric Approach to the Ransomware Battle,” which found that some of the most prolific and active ransomware groups, including Akira, ALPHV/BlackCat, LockBit, Royal, Black Basta, are deliberately switching on remote encryption for their

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Qashio and CredibleX Launch ‘Qashio Financing’

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Qashio, a leader in fintech innovations, in partnership with CredibleX, MENA’s pioneering embedded finance platform, has announced the launch of ‘Qashio Financing’. This new initiative marks a significant step forward in providing flexible and accessible financing to businesses of all sizes. ‘Qashio Financing’ is designed to help businesses

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HID to Present Secure, Sustainable Innovations at Intersec Dubai

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

HID, the world’s leading provider of trusted identity solutions, will showcase its latest innovations in physical access control and secure identity issuance at Intersec Dubai, Jan. 16–18, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, at Booth S3-D17. HID’s trusted identities solutions showcased at the booth will include: Access control in a mobile-first world:  HID Mobile Access®

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Sfumato Launches Kids’ Cooking Masterclass for Mini Chefs

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

From creating one of a kind dishes to curating elegant menus, Sfumato’s passion for the culinary arts have extended to the art of teaching, with the introduction of their special Cooking Masterclass for kids every Sunday. While adults spend a late Sunday morning chatting away over breakfast, their little ones can partake in an exciting […]

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GCC survey reveals urgent need for industry-wide innovation

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

A new survey conducted across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the Kingdom of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Kuwait has revealed how industries, particularly the tobacco industry, must take bigger steps towards product innovation to reduce harm. The survey, conducted independently by leading Dubai-based market research company 4SiGHT, was commissioned by

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International Holding Company PJSC – 2PointZero Appoints Leadership

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

2PointZero, a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), is proud to announce the appointment of H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan as Chairman of 2PointZero and H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri as CEO. This leadership team is set to steer 2PointZero towards a future of transformative global impact and progress. […]

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GCC E-Performance Index 2023 highlights exceptional digital prowess of Gulf countries

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries ranked high on the GCC E-performance index, showing exceptional performance in digitalisation across the region. Orient Planet Research, in collaboration with Abdul Kader Al Kamli, Information and Communications technology (ICT) Expert and Independent Researcher, released the GCC E-Performance Index 2023, an assessment that

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Loeb fights back to boost BRX Dakar victory hopes

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Sebastien Loeb produced a brilliant fightback in the Dakar Rally today to keep Bahrain Raid Xtreme firmly in the hunt for a first win in the event. Partnered by Fabian Lurquin in the BRX Prodrive Hunter, Loeb shrugged off the previous day’s trail of mishaps which plunged him down the field to take his BRX […]

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Football fever returns to Qatar with the AFC Asian Cup and a host of festive events

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Following the immensely successful delivery of the FIFA World Cup 2022TM tournament in Qatar, which was voted the best this century, Qatar is gearing up to welcome the world once more with the AFC Asian Cup 2023TM from January 12 – February 10, 2024. The AFC Asian Cup 2023TM demonstrates Qatar’s ongoing sporting legacy and […]

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Hummingbird Nursery and The National Program for Behavioral Rewards

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

In a momentous collaboration, Hummingbird Nursery and Behavior DANAT have joined forces to redefine early childhood education standards. This strategic alliance brings together two industry leaders, combining their expertise to establish an unparalleled learning environment for young minds. Hummingbird and Behavior Danat are set to elevate early childhood education

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Saudi businessman is ecstatic after reaching the South Pole as a tourist

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

South Pole expedition can take two weeks A Saudi adventurer and businessperson has reached the South Pole, facilitated by Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions. Badr Al Shebani has previously climbed all seven continents’ highest peaks, including Mount Everest.  Al Shibani, who skied to the last degree of the South Pole, said: “Although the weather is very […]

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Stellantis Announces New Middle East Leadership Team

PR News Desk 08/01/2024

Stellantis, one of the world’s leading automakers, today announced a new leadership team for its Middle East operations, as the company aims for regional market leadership by 2030 as part of its Dare Forward 2030 Strategy for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). With ambitious targets across industrial, commercial, product, digitization, aftermarket and purchasing fields […]

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Dubai Invitational set for January 11-14, 2024 tee-off

PR News Desk 07/01/2024

Some of the world’s top players are participating The inaugural Dubai Invitational, a brand-new Pro-Am event on the DP World Tour, tees off at Dubai Creek Resort from January 11-14, 2024, with the event featuring a lineup of 60 professional golfers and 60 amateurs. The tournament will see a 72-hole strokeplay competition played concurrently with […]

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GCC investors reap the benefit of new Shari’ah compliant silver spot contract

PR News Desk 07/01/2024

Platform was launched by DGCX The GCC region’s inaugural Shari’ah Compliant Silver Spot Contract (DSSC) is providing investors with a secure and transparent platform for trading the precious white metal. Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX), the top derivatives exchange in the Middle East, launched the contract in late 2023, after securing regulatory approval from

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Loeb ready for big fightback after tough Dakar day for BRX

PR News Desk 07/01/2024

Sebastien Loeb will summon his vast experience and legendary fighting spirit to overcome a difficult day for Bahrain Raid Xtreme in the Dakar Rally as his biggest rival also suffered in Saudi Arabia. Loeb and Fabian Lurquin in the BRX Prodrive Hunter were looking to build on their third place finish on the Prologue, but […]

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Workforce and Workplace Preparation is Key in UAE’s Roadmap

PR News Desk 07/01/2024

As part of its ongoing commitment to enhance the welfare of its workforce, the UAE has unveiled a transformative initiative to replace conventional end-of-service schemes with Voluntary Alternative End-of-Service Benefit Schemes also known as workplace savings plans. This transition goes beyond administrative change, signifying a major leap towards empowering the workforce

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Park Hyatt Marrakech invites travel connoisseurs to experience authentic Moroccan hospitality

PR News Desk 06/01/2024

Hotel showcases rich traditions of Arab-Berber artisanry The Park Hyatt hospitality brand has entered the vibrant mosaic of Morocco with the grand opening of Park Hyatt Marrakech. Nestled approximately 15km from the bustling Medina district, the 19-acre haven, cocooned at the base of the Atlas Mountains, is a testament to modern luxury harmoniously interwoven with […]

Space

This is what the Running Chicken Nebula looks like, as a 1.5-billion-pixel image

PR News Desk 06/01/2024

Vast stellar nursery is located 6,500 light-years from Earth The European Southern Observatory (ESO) has revealed the so-called Running Chicken Nebula, home to young stars in the making, in spectacular detail in this 1.5-billion-pixel image captured by the VLT Survey Telescope (VST), hosted at ESO’s Paranal site in Chile. This image is a large mosaic […]

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Dell’s New XPS Lineup: Futuristic Design, with Built-in AI

PR News Desk 05/01/2024

With XPS, we have a long history of taking risks, being inquisitive and asking big design questions. At CES 2022, we showcased our vision of the future with XPS 13 Plus – an elegant and modern device, designed with simplicity at the core. The design turned heads and continues to do so today, with headlines […]