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Statement on the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, affirmed that under the guidance of its visionary leadership, the UAE places air quality at the forefront of its strategic objectives. This commitment is fundamental to achieving our environmental,

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The UPU Global Leaders Summit sets bold agenda for postal and logistics innovation and public–private synergy

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

The Universal Postal Union (UPU) held its Global Leaders Summit 2025 today in Dubai, convening postal, logistics and commerce leaders from across the globe to set the course for the sector’s next chapter.  Held on the sidelines of the 28th Universal Postal Congress – Dubai 2025, the summit featured dynamic sessions on innovation, collaboration and […]

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Commando Group Tops Professional Division at AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

The AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded Sunday after three days of outstanding global competition, organised by the Abu Dhabi Jiu Jitsu Pro (AJP), with the participation of more than 1,000 male and female athletes across the juniors, masters, amateurs, and professionals divisions, representing dozens of clubs from around the world. In the

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Alef Education Highlights Role of AI in Reshaping Education at UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2025

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, emphasised the transformative power of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in reshaping the global educational landscape at UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2025, held in UNESCO HQ, Paris, France, recently. The four-day event provided a significant platform for Alef Education to showcase its

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Group-IB and Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cybersecurity Cooperation

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Group-IB, a leading creator of cybersecurity technologies to investigate, prevent, and fight digital crime, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) to strengthen cooperation in tackling cybercrime and enhancing digital threat resilience across Botswana, helping to protect companies and citizens from evolving

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COT report: Nearly half of managed money’s commodity exposure now in gold – Saxo Bank

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Commodities The Bloomberg Commodity Index (BCOM) extended its rally, rising 2.5% in the latest reporting week. Gains in energy and precious metals supported fresh buying and short covering, while agriculture broadly struggled—corn being the notable exception. Managed money accounts responded by adding length across all energy and metal contracts, while fresh short selling

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DENVER POWERS UAE MEN’S CRICKET AT ASIA CUP 2025 AS OFFICIAL TEAM PARTNER

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Denver, one of the prestigious and most admired men’s fragrance and grooming brands, today announced a bold step into international cricket sponsorship as it joins the UAE Men’s Cricket Team as the Official Team Partner for the Asia Cup 2025. The association marks Denver’s expanding global footprint and its commitment to celebrating success, resilience and […]

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Svarn Development Announces Sellout of Sereno Residences; Breaks Ground at JVC

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

In the backdrop of surging interest in residential properties in Dubai, Svarn Development, a real estate development firm formed by technocrats and veterans in the industry with over 50 years of expertise, today announced that its new project – Sereno Residences, at the Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) – have already been sold out. At the […]

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Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation Announces Launch of New Cycle of the UNESCO–Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have announced the opening of nominations for the 2025–2026 cycle of the UNESCO–Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development. The Prize, awarded every two years, recognizes innovative global practices that improve the

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Dubai South Launches Digital Business Hub to Simplify Company Formation

News Desk 08/09/2025

Photo: Dubai Media Office Dubai South has introduced the Dubai South Business Hub (DSBH), a digital first free zone platform aimed at streamlining company formation for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and multinational enterprises. The initiative reflects Dubai’s ongoing commitment to supporting business growth and enhancing the emirate’s reputation as a global investment

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Dubai Hotel Rates Surge as Tourism Demand Grows

News Desk 08/09/2025

Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sector continues to show remarkable strength, with average daily room rates (ADR) reaching AED 745 in the first half of 2025. This marks a 5.5 percent increase compared to the same period last year, reflecting the city’s growing appeal as a global destination. Hotel occupancy has remained robust, crossing 81 percent, […]

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Majid Al Futtaim Unveils Unmissable Back to School Deals Across the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Celebrate Back to School season with endless entertainment on the big screen and beyond, as VOX Cinemas, Ski Dubai, Snow Abu Dhabi and Magic Planet unveil unmissable deals throughout September. Movie lovers can enjoy more for less with VOX Cinemas’ 2+1 offer on Premier, KIDS, and Standard experiences, while thrill-seekers can hit the slopes with […]

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Empowering Africa’s Mobility Ecosystem: Stellantis at the Heart of IATF 2025 Dialogues

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Stellantis participated in the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) held in Algiers on September 5–6, 2025, reaffirming its commitment to shaping the future of mobility and industrial development across Africa. It was a distinct honor for Stellantis to welcome His Excellency the President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria and other high-ranking government

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UAE Real GDP grows by 3.9% in the first quarter of 2025

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

The UAE’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.9 per cent to total AED 455 billion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, compared to that of the same period in 2024. Non-oil GDP recorded a 5.3 per cent growth, reaching AED 352 billion, while the contribution of oil-related activities stood at 22.7 per […]

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LG WINS MULTIPLE HONORS AT INAUGURAL IFA 2025 INNOVATION AWARDS 

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

LG Electronics (LG) has been recognized with 17 awards at the inaugural IFA 2025 Innovation Awards, including the top distinction, Best of IFA title. Established this year, the awards celebrate products that set new benchmarks in innovation, technology, design and market impact. With over 1,800 participating companies, winners were selected in 16 categories, including

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Al Salam Bank Signs Strategic Deal with Denodo and NAIB IT to Advance Data Management and AI Initiatives

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Al Salam Bank has signed a strategic deal with Denodo, a global leader in data management, AWS, and NAIB IT, a Bahrain-based systems integrator known for delivering high-impact technology solutions across banking, government, public sector, and enterprise organizations. The agreement aims to adopt the Denodo platform to amplify the Bank’s data and AI infrastructure, in

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Qlik Achieves AWS Generative AI Competency, Expanding Strategic Collaboration and Enterprise AI Leadership

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Qlik®, a global leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and artificial intelligence, today announced it has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Generative AI Competency, reinforcing Qlik’s leadership in delivering real-world AI solutions at enterprise scale. This validation underscores Qlik’s strategic collaboration with AWS, highlighting proven customer

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Splendid, luxurious, contemporary: Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden opens

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

It is the comeback of a European hotel icon: The Steigenberger Icon Europäischer Hof Baden-Baden opens its doors on 14 August after comprehensive renovations – a place full of history, splendor and enjoyment. Located in the heart of Baden-Baden, Europe’s most renowned spa town at the foot of the Black Forest, the hotel impressively combines […]

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Gulf Medical University Board of Trustees Announces New Chancellor and Vice Chancellor Academics to Shape the Future of Medical Education

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

Gulf Medical University (GMU) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof  Manda Venkatramana as Chancellor and Prof Hesham Marei as Vice Chancellor – Academics, approved by the Board of Trustees. This leadership shift comes at a crucial moment as GMU accelerates its growth in education, research, and innovation. Dr Thumbay Moidee, […]

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New UAE Platform Gives Members Insider Access to 1,200 Luxury Brands

PR News Desk 08/09/2025

UAE has a new luxury fashion destination and it’s not in a mall. Luxury For You is a new members-only online luxury shopping platform that has officially launched in the UAE. It provides various exclusive benefits for its members including special insider pricing, access to an appointment-based Experience Center in Downtown Dubai and more. To […]