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Emirates Introduces Seamless Biometric Travel at Dubai International Airport: No Boarding Pass Required

Emirates airline is transforming the way passengers travel through Dubai International Airport (DXB) with the rollout of its advanced biometric system  allowing travelers to move from check-in to boarding without showing a passport or boarding pass. The UAE’s flagship carrier has now installed more than 200 biometric-enabled cameras across its dedicated Terminal 3, marking
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Sharjah Islamic Bank Unveils SIB Pay to Drive UAE’s Digital Payment Evolution

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has announced the launch of SIB Pay, a cutting-edge digital payments platform that marks a major step in accelerating the UAE’s shift toward cashless, electronic transactions. The initiative  the first of its kind from a Sharjah-based bank aligns with the country’s UAE Vision 2031 and national digital transformation strategy. Designed to […]
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Short-Term Goals vs. Long-Term Growth: Striking the Right Balance Between Saving and Investing

By Shilpa Chitanand, Head of Retail Distribution, Zurich International Life Ltd. As the UAE’s families and professionals navigate inflation, digital disruption, and shifting financial priorities, the old debate of saving versus investing is taking on a new dimension. Knowing when to hold money in savings and when to pursue growth through investments has become more
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Abu Dhabi Civil Defence and EGA Partner to Strengthen Fire Safety and Emergency Response Framework

The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the UAE’s largest industrial company outside the oil and gas sector, to elevate fire safety practices and boost emergency response efficiency across the Al Taweelah Industrial Area. The new partnership builds on years of collaboration between both
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Region’s First Dedicated Electric Vehicle Service Centre Launches in Dubai’s Al Barsha South

Image Credit : Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat) The GCC’s first-ever dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Centre has officially opened in Dubai’s Al Barsha South, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s transition toward sustainable mobility. The innovative facility, launched by Emarat at its new Al Buhaira service station, integrates EV maintenance with
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PIA Restores Operations After Overnight Disruption: Several UAE-Bound Flights Delayed

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) experienced temporary disruptions in its flight operations late on Monday night, leading to widespread delays across several domestic and international routes  including key services to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. According to a company statement, the issue stemmed from an attempt by a derecognised entity, SEAP, to pressure management
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UAE’s BRICS leadership – a tale of digital transformation and global influence

UAE’s systematic economic diversification and forward-thinking strategy to position digital transformation as the foundation for a positive momentum in the national economy has made it one of the most prosperous economies in the world. Admired for its wealth of well-planned modern infrastructure, strong diplomacy, and ambitious leadership, the UAE’s role in global forums
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Trinasolar releases 2024 Sustainability Report highlighting circular innovation, low-carbon manufacturing, and social impact

Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has officially released its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing key ESG advancements in innovation, sustainable manufacturing, supply chain transparency, social responsibility, and corporate governance. While achieving remarkable milestones in solar and energy storage technology, Trinasolar
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MENA is one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-moving digital economies: Checkout.com report

As emerging technologies shape the next wave of economic transformation in the Middle East and North Africa, local markets are consistently ranked among the most forward-leaning in both technology adoption and appetite, according to Checkout.com’s fifth annual MENA report. The State of Digital Commerce in MENA 2025 – Trends that matter: Insights into changing
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Can diet help with inflammatory bowel disease?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. It includes conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. In this expert alert, Amanda Johnson, M.D., a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, helps explain IBD and whether diet can help. People with IBD may experience persistent symptoms like frequent diarrhea, weight