Significant stride made towards seamless travel experience The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the latest iteration of Timatic, an innovative travel documentation and verification system. This exceptional system supports contactless travel and elevates the overall
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The research was conducted in South Korea Acute cardiovascular manifestations of COVID-19, such as heart failure, thrombosis, and dysrhythmia, are associated with increased mortality. To address the limitations of prior studies on this topic, researchers from Chung-Ang University, a private comprehensive research university located in Seoul, South Korea, examined whether
The platform calculates aviation sector CO2 emissions Denoting a pivotal move towards sustainability and transparency, Oneworld Alliance – the premier global airline coalition – has become the inaugural participant from the aviation industry to join the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) CO2 Connect initiative. This new collaboration will
Dubai conference focuses on special needs tourists The United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a trailblazer in accessible tourism, pledging to become the friendliest destination for people with disabilities. The commitment was announced on January 11, 2024, at the 4th Accessible Travel and Tourism International Conference at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in Dubai
41,792-sqm facility to be operational in January 2025 Ford Motor Company and DB Schenker, a leading logistics provider, have jointly broken ground on a Ford Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) at Dubai Logistics District, part of Dubai World Central. The 41,792-sqm facility is set to commence operations in January 2025 by serving as a consolidated storage […]
App reduces digital time and maximises physical interactions UBQT – an innovative and alternative social networking app-based platform – has launched in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, promising to bring back the essence of genuine human connections in an era dominated by constant digital interactions. UBQT is the brainchild of Dubai-based serial entrepreneurs Jonathan Hasson
Bali and London place second and third, respectively Travellers participating in the annual Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for global destinations have voted Dubai emirate to the number one spot in the Best of the Best 2024 category, followed by Bali in the second and London in the third slot respectively. According to Tripadvisor – the […]
By Konstantin Tserazov, former Senior Vice President of Otkritie Bank The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a group of Arab states in the Arabian Gulf area, has traditionally played a pivotal role in the global markets by leveraging its sizable financial assets. Despite accruing regular oil revenues, the GCC nations have now set themselves on a […]
Order includes 18 A350-1000s and 15 A321neos EVA Air has become the latest global airline to select the Airbus A350-1000 aircraft for its future long-haul requirements following its new order to purchase 18 A350-1000s and 15 single-aisle A321neo from Airbus. EVA Air is one of the two largest airlines in Taiwan. Clay Sun, President of […]
Bridge connects Deira and Bur Dubai To uphold the safety and efficiency of vehicular traffic, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) implements an extensive maintenance programme for the movable Al Maktoum Bridge in Dubai City. The 62-year-old bridge serves as a critical transportation link between the Deira and Bur Dubai locations and undergoes meticulous
Business and government leaders urged to practise ‘coopetition’ Global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020, but overall cooperation declined by 2% from 2020 to 2022, according to the World Economic Forum’s newly released Global Cooperation Barometer. The latest Global Cooperation Barometer employs 42 indicators to measure five pillars
B2B event features 3 dynamic content stages Ultimate Fintech will host iFX Expo Dubai 2024 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from January 16-18, 2024. Billed as the MENA region’s leading online trading expo for brokers and traders to meet at and collaborate, in addition to prominent brands, brokers, and […]
US-based accessories firm targets responsible ways to build products Belkin, the California-headquartered accessories company, is exhibiting four new products encompassing its mobile power and connectivity portfolios at CES 2024 – the world’s largest and most influential tech event – taking place in Las Vegas from January 9-12, 2024. Capitalising on the
Dubai’s RTA rolls out new service for its customers Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new WhatsApp-based service that allows one to book and reschedule driving test appointments in Dubai emirate in the UAE. The new rollout is available via the Authority’s ‘Mahboub’ chatbot service on the UAE mobile number: 058 800 […]
Space emerges as a key sector for the Gulf nation The Middle East space sector has taken off in earnest in 2024, with Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology organising the Middle East Space Conference (MESC) from January 8-10, 2024, at the Oman Exhibition and Convention Centre in Muscat City. In association with […]
Keynote theme: Bringing Al to everyone, everywhere Pat Gelsinger, CEO of Intel, will deliver the keynote address at CES 2024 – the world’s largest and most influential tech event – being held from January 9-12, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gelsinger will speak at 5pm (Pacific Time) on January 9, 2024, in the Palazzo Ballroom […]
Delta Air Lines wins Cirium Platinum Award for the third year Oman Air was the leading airline for on-time performance in 2023 in the Middle East and Africa MEA) region, with 92.53% on-time performance across 45,908 flights, as revealed by the newly released Cirium 2023 On-Time Performance Review. The coveted position of the most on-time global airline […]
South Pole expedition can take two weeks A Saudi adventurer and businessperson has reached the South Pole, facilitated by Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions. Badr Al Shebani has previously climbed all seven continents’ highest peaks, including Mount Everest. Al Shibani, who skied to the last degree of the South Pole, said: “Although the weather is very […]
Some of the world’s top players are participating The inaugural Dubai Invitational, a brand-new Pro-Am event on the DP World Tour, tees off at Dubai Creek Resort from January 11-14, 2024, with the event featuring a lineup of 60 professional golfers and 60 amateurs. The tournament will see a 72-hole strokeplay competition played concurrently with […]
Platform was launched by DGCX The GCC region’s inaugural Shari’ah Compliant Silver Spot Contract (DSSC) is providing investors with a secure and transparent platform for trading the precious white metal. Dubai Gold & Commodities Exchange (DGCX), the top derivatives exchange in the Middle East, launched the contract in late 2023, after securing regulatory approval from





























