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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
Mutual Recognition Arrangement
NEWS DESK GCC UAE

The United Arab Emirates – India Customs Agreement: Economic Impact and International Significance

On the 23rd of June 2023, the United Arab Emirates and India signed a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) to enable customs administration to identify exports and importers into both countries, and the compliance of these said, persons. The MRA is for authorized economic operators in the Middle East and Asia Regions. It has been remarked […]
Cooperation on Smart Cities
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

South Korea and Saudi Arabia are Set to Solidify Cooperation for Smart City and Housing Management

In a novel partnership, Saudi Arabia and the South Korean government have combined efforts to improve both countries’ municipal and Housing sectors, particularly regarding smart city planning. South Korea and Saudi Arabia’s cooperation has long been in the works. The parties reviewed their partnership earlier in the year and signed an executive program
Political and Economic Changes in the UAE and the Persian Gulf
GCC NEWS DESK UAE

The UAE and the Persian Gulf are to Experience New Political and Economic Changes with Softening Tensions between both Regions

Political and Economic Changes in the UAE and the Persian Gulf. The United Arab Emirates President met with the Foreign Minister of Iran on the 22nd of June 2023 to discuss decreasing tensions between the Arab Gulf countries and the Islamic Republic. Both territories found common ground in that the tensions between their regions were […]
Holy Mosques
NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Welcomes 1,300 Hajj Pilgrims from 90 Countries as Host of the Holy Journey

On Saturday, King Salman announced that over 90 countries will send 1,300 Hajj pilgrims to the Kingdom this year. Selected participants will have their pilgrimage expenses covered as part of the Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Hajj and Umrah. This program will be hosting the pilgrims. The Saudi Islamic Affairs Minister, Sheikh Abdullatif […]
Saudi Astronauts
GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Saudi Astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Alqarni Return Triumphant to the Kingdom following a Successful Space Mission

Four Saudi astronauts, Ali Alqarni, Rayyanah Barnawi, Mariam Fardous, and Ali Al-Ghamdi, recently completed a scientific mission at the International Space Station (ISS) and returned to the Kingdom on Saturday morning. On May 31, Alqarni and Barnawi, the first Arab woman to orbit Earth, came back to Earth after spending eight days at the space station. During […]
uae central bank
GCC NEWS DESK UAE

UAE Central Bank Issues AML Guidelines for Crypto and NFTs

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has officially issued new guidance for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing. The guidance is targeted at financial institutions that regularly deal with virtual assets like cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens. The Central Bank’s new guidance highlights possible risks that may arise with dealing with virtual
Green energy
Energy GCC NEWS DESK Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands to Collaborate on Green Energy

Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands recently signed an MoU to collaborate on green energy and hydrogen projects. Due to this agreement, the Netherlands could be the primary destination for the transportation of hydrogen derived from renewable energy from Saudi Arabia to Europe. This agreement was disclosed by Saudi Arabia’s energy minister, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, at
crypto regulation
Finance GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Hong Kong and UAE to Collaborate on Crypto Rules

Hong Kong and UAE to Collaborate on Crypto Rules: The United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong have officially announced their collaboration on crypto regulations. The representatives of the Central Banks of Hong Kong and UAE recently met in Abu Dhabi, where both jurisdictions agreed to position themselves as nations that are crypto-friendly. During the meeting, both […]
AI technology
Tech GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Dubai’s RTA Announces New AI Technology that Detects 1mm Cracks in the Road

Dubai’s RTA Announces New AI Technology that Detects 1mm Cracks in the Road: The Dubai Road Transport Authority has announced that it will utilize AI-based laser technology to detect road cracks. The primary goal of this new technology uptake is to boost the safety of Dubai’s road transport networks. Ordinarily, the RTA’s patrol cars regularly scan […]
5G connectivity
NEWS DESK Bahrain GCC

Bahrain’s 5G Speed Hits Peak Performance

Bahrain’s 5G Speed Hits Peak Performance: Bahrain’s 5G network speed has reportedly hit a peak of 3.2 Gbps. This peak speed performance shows that Bahrain’s 5G progress has doubled in recent years. When 5G connectivity was launched in the kingdom in 2019, the peak speed was pegged at 1.5 Gbps. However, Bahrain’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) […]
Recycling
Sustainability GCC Lifestyle NEWS DESK UAE

Abu Dhabi Introduces Innovative Recycling Bins to Combat Plastic Pollution

Abu Dhabi Introduces Innovative Recycling Bins to Combat Plastic Pollution: Adnoc petrol stations in the Emirate are introducing new recycling bins. The aim is to encourage recycling and reduce Abu Dhabi’s single-use plastic. The machines go by the name reverse vending machines (RVMs) because they allow customers to insert used plastic bottles and aluminium cans […]