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Green Buildings: The Build-Up to Sustainability

News Desk 23/05/2023

Dubai, UAE, 23 May 2023: Companies all around the world are striving to be at the forefront of the sustainability movement, and for good reason. Government policies require organizations to reduce carbon emissions, which in a way is encouraging business owners and investors to focus on

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

News Editor 23/05/2023

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 […]

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Bridgestone addresses lane change hazards with latest initiative during UN Global Road Safety Week

News Desk 23/05/2023

23 May 2023:  Bridgestone, a global leader in sustainable mobility and advanced solutions, launched THE LANE CHANGE SONG – a first-of-its-kind radio takeover, to encourage road safety and reduce accidents caused by sudden lane changes on highways in the UAE. The latest initiative coincided with the UN Global Road Safety Week, which was held recently. As

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S&P affirms Emirates Development Bank’s ‘AA-‘ Credit Rating with Stable Outlook

News Desk 23/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 23 May 2023: S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”) affirmed the ‘AA-‘ credit rating for Emirates Development Bank (“EDB” or “the Bank”), demonstrating the Bank’s strong creditworthiness. The rating comes with a ‘Stable’ outlook, indicating confidence in EDB’s ability to

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ALD Automotive successfully completes the acquisition of LeasePlan

News Desk 23/05/2023

ALD Automotive has successfully completed the acquisition of 100% of LeasePlan, one of the world’s leading fleet management and mobility companies, from a consortium led by TDR Capital. This transformative acquisition represents a step-change which positions the combined group as the leading global sustainable mobility player with total fleet of 3.3[1] million vehicles

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Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy organises “Processes of International Negotiation Conference”

News Desk 22/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, May 22, 2023: Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA), in collaboration with Geneva Centre for Security Policy, is hosting the first-ever Processes of International Negotiation (PIN) Conference in Abu Dhabi starting today, May 22, 2023 till May 24, 2023. The event is assessing latest developments and trends in international negotiation research, conceptual

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H.E. Mattar Al Tayer heads first meeting of HBMSU Board of Governors

News Desk 22/05/2023

Dubai, May 22, 2023- His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of Board of Governors of Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), presided over the first meeting of the new Board of Governors, in the presence of Their Excellencies, members of the board. At the outset of the meeting, His Excellency expressed his profound gratitude and […]

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MBRF organizes ‘The Reader and the Arabic Fiction’ session to review shortlisted novels for IPAF 2023

News Desk 22/05/2023

22 May 2023 – The ‘Knowledge Lounge,’ one of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) initiatives, held an interactive session titled ‘The Reader and the Arabic Fiction,’ in collaboration with the Sultan bin Ali Al Owais Cultural Foundation, to review and discuss the Arabic novels that were shortlisted for the ‘International Prize […]

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Juma Al Majid Est. Delivers 5 Kona EVs to Kingspan Insulation as Part of a Shared Commitment to Sustainability

News Desk 22/05/2023

Dubai, 22 May 2023: Juma Al Majid Est., the exclusive distributor for Hyundai in the UAE, is announcing the handover of five Kona Electric vehicles to Kingspan Insulation, the global leader in advanced insulation and building envelope solutions, during a ceremony that took place on the 15th of May at Kingspan’s premises. The Kona EVs […]

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US-based Smart Workplace brand ‘1-Platform’ unveiled as Workspace Summit Tech Partner

News Desk 22/05/2023

Platform merges space, energy, and time for optimized productivity, helping companies get more out of their workforce and resources Dubai, UAE – May 22, 2023: 1-Platform, the ground-breaking AI-driven workplace productivity platform, has announced its arrival in the Middle East with its selection as the Technology Partner for the Workspace Summit 2023 to be held […]

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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Al Sharqi attends World Cup Women’s Epee final and honours winners

News Desk 22/05/2023

Fujairah, May 22 2023: H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, said the emirate is a strategic partner in promoting international efforts to expand the popularity of all forms of martial arts, promote female participation in these sports, and advance women’s status worldwide. His Highness was attending the World […]

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Panasonic Influencer Affiliate Program takes off successfully

News Desk 22/05/2023

Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF) has revealed the successful conclusion of the inaugural edition of the Panasonic Influencer Affiliate Program (PIAP), the company’s latest initiative in which Panasonic partners with social media influencers to promote increased engagement with its customers, while empowering more consumers to Create Today. Enrich

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Exploring Space with Sultan Al Neyadi: A Look at His Groundbreaking Mission

News Editor 22/05/2023

Exploring Space with Sultan Al Neyadi: A Look at His Groundbreaking Mission: Since arriving at the ISS, Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has been conducting various missions and experiments. Recently, the Emirati astronaut and three colleagues successfully redocked a Dragon spacecraft to a different docking port at the International Space Station. Dr. Al Neyadi, NASA

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Using data and behavioural science to transform the future of travel

News Desk 22/05/2023

Ernesto Sanchez Beaumont, Managing Director, Amadeus Gulf Dubai, UAE: With a high number of expats living in the Gulf, travel is part of many residents’ lives as people commute regularly between their home countries and where they live and work. As the global macro environment changes, the travel industry must also continuously evolve by adopting […]

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Kia takes a bold step towards scalable sustainability with its flagship EV9

News Desk 22/05/2023

(Dubai, United Arab Emirates) May 22, 2023 – Kia has unveiled new details of its ‘10 must-have sustainability items’, which define a baseline for the use of sustainable materials in its future model lines. Kia has a long history of integrating sustainable materials into its products, starting with the use of bioplastic and sugar cane […]

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GEAR UP TO SPRINT AND SHOP AT YAS MALL’S FUN-FILLED INDOOR RUN

News Desk 22/05/2023

Abu Dhabi, May 2023: Runners are in for an exhilarating event this month as the Yas Mall Indoor Run makes its triumphant return this Sunday, 28th May to Abu Dhabi’s favourite shopping destination. With the summer heat in full force, residents and visitors can participate in a dynamic run set to take place inside Yas […]

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Survey Finds 66% of Emirati Professionals Seeking Purposeful Careers in 2023

News Desk 22/05/2023

Tasc Outsourcing Conducts the Largest Emirati Candidate Survey, Unveiling Job Market Insights, and helps organisations identify challenges and opportunities in Emiratization Key Highlights: When asked about their career plans for 2023, 66% of Emirati respondents showed interest in finding a role that aligns with their sense of purpose, while 18% of the respondents plan to

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

News Desk 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 […]

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

News Desk 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 […]

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The Renault Express Van: A Masterclass in Loading Efficiency

News Desk 19/05/2023

A new hero has emerged in the bustling, ever-evolving world of commercial vehicles: the Renault Express Van. Its design philosophy hinges on one critical principle — to maximize load space — and this isn’t a mere feature; it’s a revolution transforming the landscape of commercial transportation. And why wouldn’t it? A larger load space translates […]