Saxo Bank Client Survey Reveals Saxo Bank has unveiled the results of its latest client survey, shedding light on investor sentiments and expectations concerning the financial markets for the second quarter of 2024. Despite the unpredictability of the global financial market, investors’
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After 41 Years At The Helm After a 55-year journey in the travel retail industry and an illustrious 41-year tenure at the helm of Dubai Duty Free, Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, has announced his retirement, effective May 31, 2024. McLoughlin, widely regarded as the driving force behind Dubai Duty Free’s ascension to […]
As Official Partner Of The Cannes Film Festival As the 77th Cannes Film Festival unfolds its grandeur from May 14-25, 2024, Chopard, a name that resonates with luxury and elegance, continues its captivating journey through cinema. Since 1998, Chopard has held the exclusive title of Official Partner to the Festival, a testament to its exceptional […]
In Keeping With Long-Haul Ambitions In a significant move to increase its international presence, IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This strategic acquisition underscores IndiGo’s determination to expand its global footprint. It presents a significant opportunity to enhance its operational efficiency
To Strengthen Global Space Cooperation NASA Administrator Bill Nelson embarked on a diplomatic journey, beginning on May 9, 2024, across Italy, Vatican City, and Saudi Arabia to enhance international collaboration and foster peaceful space exploration Nelson’s itinerary includes meetings with each country’s critical governmental and space officials,
Follow This Comprehensive Guide Before Travel Embarking on an overseas holiday can be exhilarating, brimming with anticipation for new experiences and unforgettable adventures. Yet, amidst the excitement lies the formidable task of packing a suitcase—a process that can quickly devolve into chaos if not approached with care and strategy. Here is a 10-tip comprehensive guide
Catheters Widely Used In Healthcare Settings The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled its inaugural global guidelines in a landmark move to enhance patient safety and mitigate the risk of bloodstream infections stemming from catheter use. These guidelines, which are set to impact healthcare practices worldwide significantly, represent a concerted effort to address
50 Such Vehicles Operate In California Amazon has embarked on a monumental journey towards sustainable transportation, unveiling its most extensive fleet of heavy-duty electric trucks in Southern California, comprising a staggering 50 vehicles. This initiative underscores Amazon’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions across its logistics operations in the
In Connection With Expo 2030 Riyadh A Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) delegation, led by its Secretary General Dimitri S. Kerkentzes, has concluded the organisation’s inaugural technical visit to Riyadh. The visit was in connection with Saudi Arabia’s election as the host country of Expo 2030 Riyadh. The four-day visit was crucial in preparing for […]
As Kubernetes Operators For Red Hat OpenShift In a strategic move poised to revolutionise data management in the digital age, Cloudera, renowned for its cutting-edge solutions in enterprise AI, has announced the forthcoming launch of Cloudera Flow Management – Kubernetes Operator and Cloudera Streaming – Kubernetes Operator. This announcement was made during
Applications sought from startups UN Tourism has announced the commencement of the second edition of its groundbreaking Women in Tech Startup Competition: Middle East. This initiative is a beacon for women entrepreneurs revolutionising sustainable tourism and technology throughout the region. The competition is open to startups led by women and based in the Middle East.
Meticulously Fusing Heritage And Modernity Jekta, the Swiss developer of the PHA-ZE 100 (Passenger Hydro Aircraft – Zero Emission 100), has unveiled the inaugural interiors of its revolutionary regional amphibious airframe. The designs embody a blend of timeless sophistication and futuristic innovation. They cater to economy-class Traveller and complete executive
Exlantix (ES) EV To Launch By Q4 2024 Exeed – the premium automotive brand of Wuhu, China-headquartered Cherry International Automobile – has made significant inroads into the discerning United Arab Emirates (UAE) market since its official commercial launch in the Arabian Gulf nation in August 2023. With a meticulous two-year preparation leading to the unveiling, […]
Vow To Protect Pope Francis With Their Life Thirty-four new Pontifical Swiss Guard recruits swore allegiance to Pope Francis and his legitimate successors during an elaborate swearing-in ceremony held at the Vatican in Rome on May 6, 2024. In their distinctive way, the 34 Swiss Guard members raised three fingers to evoke the Holy Trinity […]
Concession To Yield $290 Million Annually Keolis has been awarded the contract to operate and maintain the bus and trolleybus services in the Lyon metropolitan region in France, following notification from SYTRAL Mobilités. The contract, known as the concession contract or délégation de service public, will commence on January 1, 2025, and last six years. […]
Dubai Metro Carried 2.32m Passengers During the significant Eid Al Fitr holiday period, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (Dubai RTA) recorded a staggering 5.9 million passengers using various modes of public transit across Dubai emirate. From April 10-12, 2024, Dubai’s bustling transport network witnessed a surge in ridership across multiple platforms. The
Brand’s Jewels Are Handcrafted In Valenza In a move set to redefine the landscape of high-end jewellery, luxury conglomerate Richemont has announced its acquisition of Vhernier., the renowned Italian jewellery maison. The deal entails Richemont obtaining 100% ownership of Vhernier in a private transaction, marking a strategic expansion for both entities. Established in
Hosted By Media City Qatar And Bloomberg Media In a strategic collaboration, Media City Qatar (MCQ) and Bloomberg Media will host the fourth annual ‘Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg’ (QEF), slated to run from May 14 to 16, 2024. Themed ‘A World Remade: Navigating the Year of Uncertainty,’ the forum is poised to convene […]
Paris 2024 Olympics Begins On July 26 In a poignant ceremony steeped in history and symbolism, the Olympic flame for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics was lit at the birthplace of the ancient Games in Olympia, Greece. The Olympic Games Paris 2024 begin on July 26 and will continue until August 11. The Paralympic Games […]
Investment Holds The Promise Of A Brighter Future IBM has announced plans to invest $200 million in a new software lab in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. This strategic move underscores IBM’s commitment to expanding its investments in the Middle East region and supporting the goals outlined in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The state-of-the-art […]





























