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Emirates, Saudia, WhatsApp top MENA Best Brand Rankings

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

YouGov BrandIndex lists the rankings Emirates in the UAE, Saudia (Saudi Airlines) in Saudi Arabia, and WhatsApp in Egypt have been rated as the top-ranked brands by consumers, according to YouGov’s newly released Best Brand Rankings 2024. Emirates cruises in the UAE with an Index score of 60.7,

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How Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 with Sainz-Cruz

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

Audi RS Q e-tron performs admirably well Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 (January 5-19) in a historic triumph, with the dynamic duo of Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz securing their fourth victory, each with a different brand. The victory marked the culmination of Audi’s illustrious motorsport journey, spanning various disciplines since 1980. The winning […]

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AI is key focus at Bahrain Smart Cities Summit 2024

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

7th edition runs from March 5-6 in Manama The 7th edition of the Bahrain Smart Cities Summit is set to take place on March 5-6, 2024, under the theme: ‘Smart Cities: The AI Frontier’. Curated as a convergence of global minds dedicated to shaping the future of urban landscapes, the two-day summit will delve into […]

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ZAYED AWARD FOR HUMAN FRATERNITY AND NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI SIGN MOU

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

Secretary GeneralHis ExcellencyJudge Mohamed Abdelsalam and New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) Vice Chancellor Mariët Westermann have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen mutual cooperation and establish joint projects and activities to promote the values of human fraternity. The MoU marks the launch of the joint program ‘Sounds of Human Fraternity’,

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ALBA ARRIVING SOON TO DUBAI’S OPERA PLAZA

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

ALBA, an exquisite Pan-Asian restaurant with a European flair by MetaFoodies Hospitality Group, is set to make its grand debut at Dubai Opera Plaza this March. The trendsetting venue skilfully blends the comfort of street food with a gastronomic European touch, harkening back to the historical encounter of East meeting West in the 19th century. […]

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Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi introduces Focal One High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 network, has introduced High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) in Abu Dhabi, adding to its wide range of advanced treatment options available for prostate cancer. The Focal One HIFU therapy is a revolutionary non-surgical procedure that offers patients a minimally invasive alternative to care. Focal One HIFU therapy utilizes

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Bahrain’s Vibrant Tourism on Display at OTM 2024 Focuses on India Market

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) marked its first post-pandemic participation in India at the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) 2024, Asia’s premier travel show. The event, held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai from February 8 to 10, 2024, provided an exceptional platform for Bahrain to actively engage with the Indian market, with […]

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26,000 Students Compete in Abu Dhabi Sports Championship

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) kicks off the Abu Dhabi Sports Championship for Schools and Universities with the third annual edition bringing together 26,000 students and aspiring athletes from across the emirate. The tournament has significantly expanded in its scope this year to feature an impressive line-up of 10 individual sports […]

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Digital Maturity to Dominate ManageEngine Dubai User Conference

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

ManageEngine, the enterprise IT management division of Zoho Corporation, will make digital maturity the highlight of its 12th Dubai User Conference to be held at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, on February 20–21, 2024. “Every organization must forge its own, unique path to digital maturity, balancing the benefits of digital technology against

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Oman and Etihad Rail Company partners with Al Jazeera Steel

Arnold Pinto 14/02/2024

MoU signed for rail transport between Oman and UAE Oman and Etihad Rail Company (OER), the developer and operator of the UAE-Oman Rail Network, has entered an agreement with Al Jazeera Steel Products (AJSP), a leading Oman-based steel structural products and tube manufacturer, for the transportation of raw materials and finished products on the railway […]

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Bahrain cracks down on illegal workers

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

LMRA conducts week-long inspections in the Gulf state Bahrain’s Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) conducted 1,329 inspection campaigns and visits from February 4 to 10, 2024, resulting in the detention of 68 irregular workers and the deportation of 163 violators from the Gulf country. During the week-long initiative, the LMRA monitored various violations related to

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WHO Director-General’s speech at the World Governments Summit 2024

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

By Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Your Highnesses, Your Excellencies, Dear colleagues and friends, Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.  I thank Your Highnesses for your hospitality, for your steadfast support for the World Health Organization and global health, and for the opportunity to address you today.  It’s a great pleasure to be back in Dubai. I

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Hamad International Airport Spotlights Qatar National Sports Day

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Hamad International Airport (DOH) commemorates this year’s Qatar National Sports Day by hosting a variety of engaging fitness related activities across its terminal. A diverse range of interactive fitness activations are featured throughout the airport for departing and transfer passengers of all ages, including a Leopard Crawl, Tyre Challenge, Sack Race, Hula Hoop

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Revolutionizing Reality: Snap Inc. to take center stage at Web Summit Qatar 2024

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Snap Inc. has confirmed its participation at the prestigious Web Summit Qatar 2024, bringing to life the story of its deeply engaged GCC community that have chosen Snapchat as their go-to platform to authentically connect with those who matter most to them. To support the region’s ambitious digital transformation goals, Snap Inc. will showcase how […]

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Saudi’s Ministry of Interior Transforms the Future of Policing with Zenith Technologies’

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Zenith Technologies, a global leader in innovative, game-changer technologies in the Homeland Security space, proudly announces the integration of its cutting-edge AI EagleEye Intelligent Patrol with Saudi Arabia’s first Lucid police patrol of the future, showcased at the World Defense Show in Riyadh during  4th – 8th February, 2024. The World Defense Show

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From Berlin to Dubai, Luca Musto Lights Up Moe’s on the 5th this Friday

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Moe’s on the 5th presents Luca Musto this Friday, February 16, hailing from the dynamic and thriving music scene of Berlin. A fan of soul, jazz and blues, Musto merges influences with his electronic/slow-house music, creating grooving beats and hypnotic melodies that ensure an electric night that you won’t forget. Musto effortlessly weaves together the

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After a successful record-breaking edition, Middle East Film & Comic Con will return to Abu Dhabi in April 2025

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC), the region’s largest pop culture festival, concluded its 12th edition, breaking last year’s attendance records as thousands gathered at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) for a weekend celebrating the entire community and passion of pop culture, from film, TV, sci-fi, anime and manga to cosplay, gaming, comics

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BISOU TO DEBUT IN DUBAI OPERA PLAZA THIS MARCH

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Bisou, a glamorous fine dining destination is ready to charm Dubai this March. Located in the heart of Dubai’s culinary scene, Bisou aims to bring a novel concept that combines French classics and Middle Eastern spirit with the love of French literature, celebrating the union of flavours, spirits and stories. The fine dining venue will boast […]

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FRNDS Dubai Hosts Exclusive Four Hands Dinner with Guest Chef Ian Baiocchi

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

 FRNDS is thrilled to announce an exclusive Four Hands Dinner as part of Gulfood 2024, featuring the culinary prowess of Chef Matthis Grosjean and Chef Ian Baiocchi, Brazil’s Chef of the year in 2023 and Head Chef of the restaurant of the year – IZ Restaurante. Set to take place on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024, […]

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Emirates soars to new heights with NBA partnership

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Carrier is also the referee jersey patch partner Dubai-based Emirates Airlines and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have inked a multiyear global marketing partnership, designating Emirates as the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA. The collaboration extends further, with Emirates becoming the inaugural title partner of the NBA Cup, formerly the NBA