Space GCC UAE

2 UAE astronaut candidates prep for spacewalks with NASA in Houston

Arnold Pinto 15/08/2023 0

UAE astronaut candidates Nora Al Matrooshi and Mohammad Al Mulla are conducting high-intensity spacewalk training at NASA’s Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory (NBL) at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The two UAE nationals are part of NASA’s 2021 astronaut candidate class training

Shopping GCC UAE

Sharjah offers you the unique chance to win a Nissan Patrol 4×4 by shopping this summer

Arnold Pinto 14/08/2023 0

Retail establishments across Sharjah emirate in the UAE participating in the emirate-sponsored Sharjah Summer Promotions shopping festival are aiming to attract as many shoppers as they can before the festival concludes on September 3, 2023. The 20th edition of Sharjah Summer Promotions is organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). As part […]

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Dubai Women’s Run Joins Forces 

News Desk 2 11/08/2023

11th August 2023, [Dubai, UAE] – Get ready to seize the summer spirit as Dubai Women’s Run teams up with Dubai Summer Surprises, presenting two thrilling community events at Modesh World, Dubai World Trade Centre until the 13th August, and at Dubai Festival City Mall, part of Al-Futtaim Malls, from 18th to 31st August. These action-packed

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Dubai Municipality concludes children’s summer camp

News Desk 2 11/08/2023

Dubai Municipality has concluded its annual children’s summer camp, which witnessed the participation of over 75 children aged between six and 14, at Children’s City in Dubai emirate. The initiative, organised in partnership with 34 Dubai government and private entities, aimed to offer a blend of educational and recreational activities to the children during

Business GCC NEWS DESK UAE

UAE-based Gingo Partners Announces Successful Fundraising Campaign, Securing $350k to Fuel the Community and Investments

News Desk 2 11/08/2023

Abu Dhabi, August 11 – Gingo Partners, an Investor Outreach Service and Startup Community, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its fundraising campaign, securing $350k in capital from a group of business angels.  This investment will allow Gingo Partners to accelerate its vision of bringing inclusivity and diversity in venture capital and capitalize

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Dubai Municipality incorporates five new vehicles into its fleet of highway cleaning vehicles

News Desk 2 10/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, August 10, 2023, Dubai Municipality has added five additional cutting-edge high-tech vehicles to its fleet of automated sweepers used for cleaning highways and external roads. This is part of the Municipality’s larger plans to develop its fleet of automatic sweepers, as well as ongoing efforts to improve the city’s cleanliness. It is also […]

Real Estate GCC UAE

Dubai Real Estate Market Hits AED 2.8 Billion in Transactions on Monday

Kashif Faraz 10/08/2023

On 7th August Dubai’s real estate market clocked a landmark AED 2.8 billion in realty transactions, powered by sales of luxury apartments, villas, off-plan properties at some of the most prime locations.

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DCT Abu Dhabi signs MoU with Air France-KLM to expand connectivity

News Desk 2 10/08/2023

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 10 August 2023: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Franco-Dutch airline Group Air France-KLM, forging a strategic partnership that will enhance connectivity between Abu Dhabi and Europe further positioning the emirate as a preferred tourist destination. The […]

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Dubai Airshow will feature Riyadh Air’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner for the first time

Arnold Pinto 10/08/2023 0

Riyadh Air, the newly launched Riyadh-based national airline, will exhibit its flagship Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner passenger aircraft at the Dubai Airshow taking place at Dubai World Central (DWC) airport from November 13-17, 2023. Making the announcement on August 9, 2023, Tarsus Aerospace, organiser of the Dubai Airshow 2023 also confirmed that Perceetech Group, a US- […]

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Dubai Municipality’s parks and facilities witness a record-breaking total of over 15 million visitors in the first half of 2023

News Desk 2 09/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, 09 August 2023, Dubai Municipality’s public parks, neighborhood parks, lakes, and recreational facilities registered for the first time a record-breaking total of more than 15 million visitors during the first half of 2023. This marks a 50 per cent increase in the same period of 2022, which recorded approximately 10 million visitors. Visitors […]

Business GCC NEWS DESK UAE

EU-Financed ‘Fresh Fruit Gift’ Campaign holds Dubai Promotions

News Desk 2 09/08/2023

DUBAI, UAE 9th August 2023:  A series of promotions were held in 17 sales locations throughout Dubai from July 24 to July 29, 2023, as part of the execution of the EU-financed campaign ‘’Fresh Fruit Gift’’. During the above activities the consumers had the opportunity to get informational material like brochures about the EU-financed campaign […]

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Abu Dhabi Art to Host Largest Fair to Date, with 92 Galleries Participating in Landmark 15th Edition 

News Desk 2 09/08/2023

Abu Dhabi, 9 August 2023: Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Abu Dhabi Art 2023 will take place from 22 to 26 November 2023 at Manarat Al Saadiyat.  Organised by the Department of Culture […]

Tech GCC UAE

Dubai’s BEDU announces ambitious AI vision to fuel the future of the Internet, amid pre-seed round

News Desk 2 08/08/2023

08 August, 2023; Dubai, United Arab Emirates – BEDU, the regional pioneer at the forefront of Web 3.0 and AI, today announced a bold strategy set to change how individuals and enterprises engage with the digital realm. The announcement comes at a time when the company is targeting substantial growth and regional industry leadership through […]

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DCT Abu Dhabi releases Annual Report 2022

News Desk 2 08/08/2023

The report captures the progress of DCT’s commitment to delivering on its promise to promote, protect and progress Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE – 8th August 2023: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today announced the release of its Annual Report 2022, available to download here. A reflection of […]

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Sharjah Airport launches ‘Summer at Sharjah Airport’ campaign to elevate travel experiences for passengers

News Desk 2 08/08/2023

August 8, 2023: Sharjah Airport launched an exciting summer campaign under the slogan ‘Summer at Sharjah Airport’, focusing on providing passengers with enhanced and seamless travel experiences, with special attention to enriching the journey for children. This campaign reinforces the Airport’s unwavering commitment to delivering an array of smart and innovative

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Dubai Municipality launches ‘A Safer Summer’ campaign

News Desk 2 07/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, 07 August 2023 Dubai Municipality launched the ‘A Safer Summer’ campaign to create public awareness on the importance of taking necessary health precautions that ensure the well-being of society during the summer season. The program, which will run till the end of August, involves educational and awareness events and activities aimed at emphasizing

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Team Abu Dhabi duo set sights on world title

News Desk 2 07/08/2023

Abu Dhabi,UAE: 7th August, 2023: Team Abu Dhabi duo Rashed Al Qemzi and Mansoor Al Mansoori head into the opening round of the 2023 UIM F2 World Championship in Lithuania next weekend with their focus on delivering another drivers’ title to the UAE capital. The two Emirati drivers join forces again at the start of […]

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YJOZ App launches in UAE, enabling renting everything to promote a sustainable lifestyle 

News Desk 2 06/08/2023

The latest solution in the UAE in the circular economy sphere, YJOZ, is live now. Yjoz, launched by Yousif Bin Saeed Lootah Group, is an innovative digital platform for the sustainable rental of everyday items to luxury collections in order to encourage the adoption of sustainable lifestyles through renting. The Yjoz App was unveiled  (04th […]

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IHG HOTELS AT DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY LAUNCH WASTE REDUCTION PROGRAM

News Desk 2 05/08/2023

Dubai, UAE, 5 August 2023– IHG Hotels at Dubai Festival City have announced a series of initiatives aimed at reducing its waste footprint and promoting sustainable practices guided by the company’s 10-year responsible business plan, ‘Journey to Tomorrow’. The Dubai Festival City cluster has recently completed the installation of its automated Nordaq glass bottling plant.

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Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival 2023 Wraps Up

News Desk 2 04/08/2023

Ajman, United Arab Emirates, August 4, 2023: The eighth edition of the Liwa Ajman Dates and Honey Festival reached a successful culmination yesterday, marking a significant stride in promoting cultural heritage and sustainable tourism within the Emirate of Ajman. Commencing on July 31 at the Emirates Hospitality Center in Ajman, the festival was inaugurated by the