Business GCC Retail Saudi Arabia UAE

Emirates, Saudia, WhatsApp top MENA Best Brand Rankings

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

YouGov BrandIndex lists the rankings Emirates in the UAE, Saudia (Saudi Airlines) in Saudi Arabia, and WhatsApp in Egypt have been rated as the top-ranked brands by consumers, according to YouGov’s newly released Best Brand Rankings 2024. Emirates cruises in the UAE with an Index score of 60.7,

Automotive GCC Saudi Arabia Sport

How Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 with Sainz-Cruz

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

Audi RS Q e-tron performs admirably well Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 (January 5-19) in a historic triumph, with the dynamic duo of Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz securing their fourth victory, each with a different brand. The victory marked the culmination of Audi’s illustrious motorsport journey, spanning various disciplines since 1980. The winning […]

Banking Finance Space

CoreLogic Australia-ICEYE tie-up to aid financial industry

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

Advanced disaster response solution on offer CoreLogic Australia, a leading property analytics company, has signed an agreement with ICEYE, the world leader in persistent monitoring data and natural catastrophe insights, to introduce a cutting-edge disaster response solution tailored for the banking and finance sector. By amalgamating CoreLogic’s four decades of

Bahrain Events GCC Tech

AI is key focus at Bahrain Smart Cities Summit 2024

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024

7th edition runs from March 5-6 in Manama The 7th edition of the Bahrain Smart Cities Summit is set to take place on March 5-6, 2024, under the theme: ‘Smart Cities: The AI Frontier’. Curated as a convergence of global minds dedicated to shaping the future of urban landscapes, the two-day summit will delve into […]

Business GCC Oman Transport UAE

Oman and Etihad Rail Company partners with Al Jazeera Steel

Arnold Pinto 14/02/2024

MoU signed for rail transport between Oman and UAE Oman and Etihad Rail Company (OER), the developer and operator of the UAE-Oman Rail Network, has entered an agreement with Al Jazeera Steel Products (AJSP), a leading Oman-based steel structural products and tube manufacturer, for the transportation of raw materials and finished products on the railway […]

GCC Health UAE

WHO Director-General’s speech at the World Governments Summit 2024

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

By Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Your Highnesses, Your Excellencies, Dear colleagues and friends, Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.  I thank Your Highnesses for your hospitality, for your steadfast support for the World Health Organization and global health, and for the opportunity to address you today.  It’s a great pleasure to be back in Dubai. I

Automotive Sport

Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes in shocking move to Ferrari

PR News Desk 14/02/2024

F1 icon departs from German carmaker after 11 years In a stunning turn of events, Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton has declared his departure from Mercedes, marking the end of a remarkable 11-year association with the team. The seven-time world champion, known for his unprecedented success with Mercedes, revealed that the upcoming season would be […]

Aviation Sport Travel UAE

Emirates soars to new heights with NBA partnership

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

Carrier is also the referee jersey patch partner Dubai-based Emirates Airlines and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have inked a multiyear global marketing partnership, designating Emirates as the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA. The collaboration extends further, with Emirates becoming the inaugural title partner of the NBA Cup, formerly the NBA

Space UAE

NASA to honour 12 graduating astronaut candidates

Arnold Pinto 13/02/2024

Recognition includes 2 UAE astronaut aspirants NASA will pay tribute to the latest (2021) Artemis astronaut candidates corps at the Johnson Space Centre in Houston, Texas, on March 5, 2024. The ceremony marks the culmination of over two years of rigorous basic training, transforming the candidates into eligible space farers with the prospect of embarking […]

Business Events GCC UAE

MAHABIZ 2024, set for February 24-25 debut in Dubai

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

B2B event expected to feature 800+ delegates The Gulf Maharashtra Business Forum (GMBF) Global is set to host MAHABIZ 2024, a business conclave at Atlantis The Palm in Dubai from February 24-25, 2024. The event, themed ‘Connect with Opportunities to Progress,’ aims to create a platform for fostering funding opportunities, promoting collaboration, and facilitating growth

Business Tech

Google unveils Gemini, its most advanced AI model

Arnold Pinto 13/02/2024

Gemini gets a new mobile app interface Google has announced a significant evolution in Gemini, its AI collaboration tool formerly known as Bard. Sissie Hsiao, Vice President and General Manager of Google Assistant and Gemini, shared insights into the latest developments, highlighting the transformation of Bard into Gemini to represent its advanced family of models […]

Business

Product strength, Middle East focus fuel crude’s resilience

PR News Desk 12/02/2024

Gold and silver outlook remains bullish In the volatile world of crude oil, prices continue to oscillate within a range, guided by the ebb and flow of demand concerns and the Middle East’s geopolitical landscape. Writing for Saxo Bank MENA’s latest Weekly Commodities Report, Ole Hanson, Head of Commodities Strategy at Saxo Bank, noted that […]

Business Real Estate UAE

Property sales net Emaar Development AED37 billion in 2023

PR News Desk 12/02/2024

Developer unveils 27 new projects in the UAE Emaar Development, a prominent UAE-based property development company, achieved a 22% surge in property sales in 2023, reaching AED37.4 billion ($10.2 billion) compared to AED30.7 billion (US$8.4 billion) in 2022. The property sales performance is credited to the launch of 27 new projects in the UAE, spanning […]

GCC Lifestyle

62% of Gulf citizens say AI to positively impact the economy

PR News Desk 12/02/2024

Ford Trends Report 2024 polls UAE and Saudi citizens Gulf citizens are optimistic about Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to the newly released 2024 Ford Trends Report, with 62% believing AI will positively impact the economy over the next five years. Despite their positivity, 59% admit to not fully understanding AI. Trust in government-developed tools stands […]

Dining Out GCC Lifestyle UAE

The ultimate guide to the best brunch spots in Dubai

PR News Desk 12/02/2024

Zero in at Bluewaters and JBR In Dubai City, it wouldn’t be the weekend without brunch. From fresh avocado toast and decadent pancakes to fiery fiestas and feasts with friends, we list the best brunches across the city’s top dining destinations in 2024. Bluewaters SHI Settle in for swanky Saturdays at SHI, known for its […]

Defence & Security GCC Kuwait

US and Kuwait partner in Exercise Eager Defender 24

Arnold Pinto 12/02/2024

Initiative strengthens bilateral maritime capabilities The Kuwait Naval Force, Kuwait Coast Guard, US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT), and US Marine Corps Forces Central Command (MARCENT) have concluded Exercise Eager Defender 24, a bilateral maritime drill to bolster mutual interoperability and capabilities. The exercise, led by Task Force 51/5th Marine

Business Travel

UN World Tourism Organization rebrands to UN Tourism

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024

Interbrand commissioned for the makeover The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has rebranded itself as UN Tourism to affirm its role as the United Nations specialised agency for tourism. The new branding was unveiled at the opening of Madrid’s FITUR Tourism Congress, showcasing a fresh logo that incorporates a dynamic human figure in motion. Accompanied by […]

Aviation Business

Airbus and Tata Group to produce H125 helicopters in India

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024

Helicopters destined for Indian and export markets France’s Airbus Helicopters has joined forces with India’s Tata Group to inaugurate a Final Assembly Line (FAL) for helicopters in India. The 24-month setup process is anticipated to conclude in 2026, with the location jointly determined by Airbus and the Tata Group. In partnership with Airbus, the facility […]

GCC Real Estate UAE

Emaar Properties completes design stage of ‘Dubai Square’

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024

Mega project is located in Dubai Creek Harbour district Emaar Properties, the Dubai-headquartered mega real estate development company, has finalised the detailed design of ‘Dubai Square,’ a residential, hospitality, and retail city in the Dubai Creek Harbour district. Scheduled to be completed by 2027, the mega project will comprise 10,000+ residential units, 1,400+ hotel

GCC Lifestyle Travel UAE

How to explore Dubai as a tourist on a budget

Arnold Pinto 11/02/2024

Gulf city has tons of pocket-pleasing attractions to offer With its iconic cityscape skyline, luxury shopping malls, and extravagant attractions, Dubai may seem like a destination reserved for the well-heeled traveller. However, beneath the sheen of luxury lies a Dubai that can be explored on a budget, allowing global tourists to experience the city without […]