Business GCC UAE

Visa and First Abu Dhabi Bank launch second edition of ‘She’s Next’ program to support women-owned businesses in UAE

News Desk 2 25/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, 25 May 2023:  Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, has partnered with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest bank, to launch the second edition of its global She’s Next initiative in the UAE. She’s Next, empowered by Visa, is a global advocacy program that aims

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

center3, owned by stc group and Alcatel Submarine Networks to connect Saudi Arabia with Europe

Middle East News 247 25/05/2023

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — center3, owned by stc group, on behalf of the consortium partners of EMC Subsea Cable Company Ltd (EMC Company) and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), the leader in the manufacturing and installation of submarine optical systems, announced the signing of the Supplier’s Contract for the construction of two subsea and terrestrial data […]

Business GCC UAE

Calling innovators and industry leaders: Secure your spot at WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2023

Middle East News 247 25/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has started receiving applications from exhibitors and companies from around the world to participate in the 25th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS). The exhibition is organised by DEWA under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid […]

Food & Beverage GCC UAE

HAKKASAN ABU DHABI UNVEILS INAUGURAL EXECUTIVE CHEF DINNER SERIES WITH MICHELIN-STAR HAKKASAN CHEFS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

News Desk 2 24/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 24 May 2023 – To celebrate the MICHELIN stars of Hakkasan restaurants around the world, Abu Dhabi’s notable modern Cantonese cuisine brand will launch a first-of-its-kind dinner series for residents and visitors of the region. Hakkasan Dubai, London’s Mayfair and Hanway Place will lend their MICHELIN star chefs to the Emirates Palace location […]

Hospitality GCC UAE

Upgrade this summer with a special staycation over Eid Al-Adha at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha

News Desk 2 24/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 2023: Novotel Dubai Al Barsha, the lively urban hotspot located amidst the bustling city of Dubai, unveils an exceptional staycation package for the Eid al-Adha celebration. Families and couples looking for a great value getaway nestled amongst the bustling city skyline of Dubai can enjoy an incredible full-board package in […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

The Crossing Dubai Appoints Michelin Star Chef Jitin Joshi as a Culinary Director

News Desk 2 24/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, May 2023 – The Crossing Dubai is delighted to announce the appointment of renowned  Michelin Star Chef Jitin Joshi as their new Director of Culinary. With an illustrious career spanning over 23 years and a remarkable culinary background, Chef Joshi brings unrivaled talent and versatility to his new role.

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Dubai becomes home to first permanent hub of Harvard Business School Club of GCC- “The House”

News Desk 2 23/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 23 May 2023: The Harvard Business School Club of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has unveiled “The House,” its new permanent hub and a groundbreaking milestone for HBS alumni worldwide. ‘The House’ was officially inaugurated today by H.E. Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, Chairman of the General […]

NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

KPMG Saudi Arabia Elects New Board of Directors Chaired by Dr Abdullah Al Fozan

News Desk 2 23/05/2023

(Riyadh): KPMG, a leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services, announced the election of its new Board of Directors. The new board continues to be chaired by Dr. Abdullah Al Fozan and further consists of Ebrahim Baeshen, Khalil Al Sedais, Fuad Chapra, Muhammad Tariq, Khalid Yasin, Dr. Samer Abdallah, Ismail Alani, and Fahad Aldossari. […]

Hospitality GCC NEWS DESK UAE

Miraculous 10-Hour Surgery: Dubai Worker’s Severed Hand Successfully Reattached

News Editor 23/05/2023 0

Dubai Doctors successfully reattached a worker’s severed hand at NMC Royal Hospital following a work-related accident. On February 26, Pyae Phyo Aung, a 37-year-old laborer from Myanmar, was working on a heavy shipment at Dubai Ports. Unfortunately, his left hand got caught in ropes used to moor the boat. Due to the force exerted by […]

NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Ithra and Cinema Society Collaborate to Boost Film Industry in Saudi Arabia

News Editor 23/05/2023 0

Ithra and Cinema Society Collaborate to Boost Film Industry in Saudi Arabia: Ithra, which is also known as The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, recently partnered with the Cinema Society in Dhahran. Their goal is to create programs and initiatives that will support the growth of the film industry in Saudi Arabia. They also aim […]

NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s First Female Astronaut Set to Travel to ISS on May 22

News Editor 23/05/2023 0

Saudi Arabia’s First Female Astronaut Set to Travel to ISS on May 22: After being delayed by two weeks, two Saudi astronauts are now scheduled to travel to the International Space Station on May 22. Rayyanah Barnawi, the first Saudi woman astronaut, and Ali Al Qarni were supposed to launch on May 9, but the […]

Health GCC Lifestyle UAE

Minimally-invasive surgery at Dubai hospital relieves severe back pain in Emirati patient

News Desk 2 23/05/2023

Dubai – May 23, 2023: A groundbreaking surgical procedure at Medcare Orthopaedics and Spine Hospital in Dubai has successfully alleviated intense back pain in a 67-year-old Emirati man named Abdalla Mohamed Mahmoud Sulaiman Al Ali. After suffering pain that was continually getting worse for 10 years due to a degenerative curve in his spine, the […]

Tech GCC Oman

Elm Participates in COMEX 2023 in Muscat, Oman

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

22 May 2023- Elm, the leading company in digital solutions, participates in the 32nd edition of the Official Technology, Communications, Innovation and Digital Transformation (COMEX 2023), sponsored by the Omani Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT). The event will be held on May 22-25, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in

Business GCC Saudi Arabia UAE

Accelerating Prosperity: KSA and UAE Unite at the Global Wealth Conference, Paving the Way for MENA Region’s Phenomenal Expansion

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Dubai, UAE – May 22, 2023:  The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute® (SWFI®), the world’s most trusted source on institutional investors and global capital, has announced its Global Wealth Conference (GWC), taking place in historic locations on May 31 and June 1 in London. The GWC platform has attracted some of these capital sources, which are […]

Food & Beverage GCC UAE

SOT Dubai to Launch as Al Jaddaf’s One-stop Nightlife Destination

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 2023: SOT, an alluring new nightlife destination, is coming to Dubai this summer. Soon to be located in the Marriott Hotel, in the heart of Al Jaddaf, the trendy venue aims to bring a unique experience to the forefront of Dubai’s nightlife and restaurant scene. With the name drawing inspiration […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

Dubai all set to host global Energy Storage Forum ahead of COP28

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Dubai is all set to host the return of the premier Energy Storage Forum this year organized in anticipation of the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) in November. Set to take place from May 23 to May 25, 2023 at the Sofitel Hotel in Jumeirah Beach Residence, the Energy Storage Forum’s […]

NEWS DESK GCC Saudi Arabia

Bait Al-Batterjee Launches Make-A-Wish ® in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Bait Al-Batterjee is pleased to announce the launch of ‘Make-A-Wish’ for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Make-A-Wish ® is one of the most prominent establishments in the world, granting life-changing wishes to children diagnosed with critical illnesses. The non-profit entity operates in 50 countries has granted over 550,000 wishes to children […]

Education GCC UAE

HBMSU promotes Sustainable Education at UAE Education Interface Exhibition and Middle East Youth Conference 2023

News Desk 2 22/05/2023

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) participated in the 9th edition of the UAE Education Interface Exhibition and the Middle East Youth Conference 2023. The event was held at Marina Hall in ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, under the patronage of Lieutenant General His Highness Sheikh Saif bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and […]

Business GCC Saudi Arabia

Saudi Fund for Development signs a multiyear contribution agreement with the Global Fund

Middle East News 247 22/05/2023

Under the directive of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), on behalf of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signed today a $39 million multiyear contribution agreement with the Global Fund to […]

NEWS DESK GCC UAE

UAE Banks Federation confirms a 100% increase in the use of some digital banking channels

News Desk 2 19/05/2023

UAE Banks Federation, the representative and unified voice of UAE banks, revealed that the rate of digital banking services use through a number of banking channels has risen over 100%, reflecting the impressive advancements made by the UAE in deploying the latest technologies, as well as conforms the customer confidence in the levels of security […]