Awards were for NASA-led Expedition 69 Crew-6 mission NASA has awarded two members of the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) for their role during the NASA-led Expedition 69 Crew-6 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The awards were presented at the Expedition 69
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HappyYou card is the sole multi-brand gift card in MENA YouGotaGift, the platform of digital multi-brand gift cards in the Middle East, has joined forces with Carrefour, exclusively operated by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, to bring its unique ‘phygital’ HappyYou Gift Cards to all Carrefour outlets across the UAE. This strategic partnership underscores […]
UAE healthcare authorities, including the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH), Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), and Emirates Health Services (EHS) united this morning to support the Public Health Conference 2024 taking place at Arab Health from 29 – 30 January at the […]
The Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI) proudly unveils the highly anticipated Family Office Round Table (FORT) Dubai 2024, set for February 2nd, 2024, at the Museum of the Future, in Dubai. This seminal event, co-hosted with the third-generation Patel Family Office from the United States, carries the inspiring theme “Abundance for the Future.” Positioned as
Dwight School Dubai, a leading International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School in Dubai, integrates emerging educational trends into its curriculum, to help students thrive in today’s evolving global landscape. It has incorporated innovative teaching methodologies, personalized student learning journeys, and 21st-century skills within the classroom to provide
M42, a global tech-enabled health powerhouse, in collaboration with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has completed the sequencing and analysis of the Ghaf tree, the national tree of the UAE, to further build upon previous research led by Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology. The tree is renowned for its ability to […]
World Number. 6, Ons Jabeur, and Grand Slam-winner, Naomi Osaka, will compete together in the doubles tournament at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, which begins this coming Saturday, after being awarded a wild card. Hosted by Mubadala and presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the WTA 500 event returns to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed […]
Exclusive benefits available until January 30, 2024 Samsung enthusiasts in the UAE can now secure their next-gen Galaxy experience as Samsung Gulf Electronics has officially opened pre-orders for the highly anticipated Galaxy S24 Series smartphones. The series, comprised of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24, promises to redefine mobile innovation by
A UAE economic delegation led by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, will arrive in Britain next week to explore new opportunities for economic cooperation and build new partnerships at the government and private sector levels. The discussions will focus on sectors such as fintech, innovation, new economy […]
The 3-year contract period runs until 2026 Saab has signed a $190-million agreement with the UAE Ministry of Defence for in-service support for the Swedish defence and security company’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. The three-year contract runs until 2026 and includes maintenance, logistics support, and training services. In a media
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 network, will actively lead the second edition of The Annual UAE Organ Donation and Transplantation Congress as the event’s platinum sponsor. The congress, which is scheduled to run from January 27 – 30, 2024 at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai, is organized by Hayat – The National […]
Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, concluded a successful partnership with Hero Dubai Desert Classic during its landmark 35th edition held at Emirates Golf Club recently. Defending champion and world No 2, Rory Mcllroy successfully defended his title for the fourth year with an impressive one-shot win at the global event that drew the best golfers […]
Under the patronage of Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ajman Department of Tourism Development (ADTD), the second edition of the Ajman Motor Festival 2023-2024 is set to captivate enthusiasts at Ajman City Centre from January 27 to 28, 2024. The festival promises a spectacular showcase of modified and classic cars, along […]
Dubai Municipality and Deliveroo have jointly completed the renovation of a local cricket pitch and basketball court at the Hor Al Anz Community Playground, as part of the municipality’s focus on enhancing public facilities and developing recreational spaces for residents and visitors to improve the quality of life in the Emirate. The initiative also bolsters
The Government of the Republic of Guinea, through the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, has announced a Round Table of Donors (RTD) event. Scheduled for February 15 and 16, 2024, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, this event is a pivotal part of the Interim Reference Program (IRP) 2022-2025. The IRP aligns Guinea’s development with […]
Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, concluded a successful partnership event with the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards 2023. The award ceremony, held at the Atlantis The Palm, was organised in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council and presented awards based on over 70 million votes cast by the public for their favourite global soccer stars, setting […]
PNC Menon, Founder and Chairman of Sobha Realty, a leading luxury real estate developer in the UAE, contributed AED 5 million to the BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first hand-carved temple being built in Abu Dhabi, to enhance its facilities and services offered to devotees. This reflects Sobha Realty’s unwavering commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility […]
Pranaya Pagarani Bahirwani, a passionate 17-year-old student in Dubai, officially launches MAYA, a unique philanthropic initiative aimed at cultivating empathy and nurturing inclusivity among the youth in the UAE. MAYA stands out for its unique approach by onboarding students to collaboratively work towards common goals, leveraging their individual skills and interests.
The British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi (BCCAD) has appointed Jonathan Bird, BAE Systems’ UAE Country Director, to lead its specialist defence sector cluster. He will play a pivotal role in fostering relationships and building collaboration between the UAE and UK defence industries. As a longstanding defence professional with 25 years’ industry experience, Jonathan leads
Aspiring healthcare professionals at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) attended the MBRU Career Day. The event aims to empower undergraduate students and interns to confidently navigate the complex landscape of healthcare careers and academic pathways in the UAE and beyond. This year, the Career Day welcomed undergraduate students and





























