Lifestyle Real Estate

Richmind launches Oystra ultra-luxury project

Arnold Pinto 28/04/2025

At Al Marjan Island Dubai-based luxury property developer Richmind launched Oystra, an ultra-luxury development on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, at an exclusive event at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on April 25, 2025. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the bespoke residential project marks a

Business

PayPal unveils Middle East and Africa regional HQ in Dubai

News Desk 27/04/2025

To facilitate regional ops Paypal, based in San Jose, California, has inaugurated its regional headquarters in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) at Dubai Internet City, marking a significant milestone in the digital commerce platform’s global expansion strategy. The Dubai Internet City location now serves as a strategic base for PayPal, enabling the company to […]

News

EPA Opens New Horizons for Local Book Creators at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival and the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

PR News Desk 27/04/2025

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) continues its drive to propel the UAE’s publishing industry to ever-wider horizons, intensifying its ongoing efforts to support its members by maintaining a strategic presence at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival and the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025—two of the region’s, and indeed the world’s, premier cultural

News

Ms. Alisha Moopen, Managing Director & Group CEO of Aster DM Healthcare, Meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi During His Visit to Jeddah, KSA

PR News Desk 27/04/2025

“It was incredibly inspiring to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jeddah. Every time you meet him you are reminded of the pride and potential of being a part of the Indian diaspora. His vision for strengthening ties between India and the Middle East, especially with nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is truly […]

Business Energy Sustainability

Iskraemeco expands global footprint with strategic developments

Arnold Pinto 27/04/2025

Focus on UAE market Iskraemeco, based in Kranj, Slovenia, is a provider of smart metering solutions, and is making significant strides in its global expansion. Recently, the company has been involved in several key projects and strategic initiatives that underscore its commitment to innovation and sustainability. In the United Arab Emirates, Iskraemeco has partnered with

Aviation UAE

UAE’s first hybrid heliport gets regulatory approval in what is also a world-first

Arnold Pinto 26/04/2025

Located in Abu Dhabi emirate The UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has approved the design for transforming a cruise terminal helipad in Abu Dhabi emirate into a hybrid heliport. This pioneering site will support traditional helicopters and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, marking a major step forward in the UAE’s ambitions to […]

Events

Expo 2025 Osaka welcomes one million visitors since opening

News Desk 26/04/2025

In 11 days’ time Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai has reached a significant milestone, drawing over one million visitors just 11 days after opening its doors. The achievement was reached on April 23, 2025, signalling strong momentum for the six-month event, which is expected to attract more than 28 million people. Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai runs […]

Aviation Markets

China and India begin cautious talks to restart direct flights

Arnold Pinto 26/04/2025

In changing aviation landscape After a four-year hiatus, China and India have opened discussions on reinstating direct air services between the two Asian powerhouses. This move could mark a turning point for two of the world’s largest and fastest-growing aviation markets. Direct flights between the countries were suspended in 2020 due to the twin disruptions […]

Tech

Animon.ai debuts as the world’s first anime-specific AI video generator

News Desk 26/04/2025

Involving an intuitive platform Tokyo-based company Animon has officially launched Animon.ai, the first-ever AI video generator explicitly built for anime. Developed in collaboration with leading Japanese anime studios, Animon.ai is positioned to revolutionise content creation across the Anime, Comics, and Games (ACG) sectors. The platform marks a major milestone as

Business Finance

Mawarid Finance hosts Fintech & Innovation Summit 2025 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 25/04/2025

Clear blue skies for UAE fintech sector Mawarid Finance convened its highly anticipated Mawarid Fintech & Innovation Summit 2025 in Dubai, drawing an influential mix of fintech pioneers, government regulators, tech innovators and financial industry leaders. The flagship event, held on April 24, 2025, under the theme “Innovate, Integrate, Inspire: The Future of Embedded

Aviation Travel

United Airlines takes flight with JetZero

Arnold Pinto 25/04/2025

For fuel-efficient blended wing aircraft United Airlines has announced a significant investment in JetZero, a California-based aerospace start-up developing a next-generation aircraft designed to cut fuel use and carbon emissions while delivering a transformative passenger experience. The partnership includes a conditional order for up to 100 aircraft, with the option for

Tech

Do you know that the United States is the most AI-anxious country in the world?

Arnold Pinto 25/04/2025

As global workforce faces uncertainty The United States has emerged as the world’s most AI-anxious nation. Analysing global search volumes and sentiment data, a new study by email verification platform Zerobounce reports that Americans are more concerned than any other population about artificial intelligence (AI) replacing human jobs, despite a growing adoption of AI

Health

WHO urges global action to reignite malaria fight

News Editor 2 25/04/2025

And protect decades of progress On World Malaria Day, today, April 25, 2025, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a resounding call for renewed global efforts to eliminate malaria. Despite remarkable progress over the last two decades, the disease still kills hundreds of thousands every year. Citing achievements and setbacks, the organisation warns that […]

Automotive Sustainability

Peec Mobility: Pioneering sustainable transport in the UAE

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

Converting ICE vehicles to EVs Peec Mobility, a Dubai-based startup, is transforming the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by transforming internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles into electric vehicles (EVs). The company addresses the UAE’s growing demand for sustainable transport solutions while contributing to global climate goals.

Space

Hubble Space Telescope celebrates 35 years of cosmic discovery

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

Humanity’s eyes on the universe In April 2025, the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope marks its 35th anniversary, celebrating over three decades of unparalleled contributions to our understanding of the universe. Since its launch in 1990, Hubble has revolutionised astronomy, providing sharp, detailed images of distant galaxies, nebulae, and planets and offering insights into

Automotive

BMW Group showcases groundbreaking innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

From the Neue Klasse lineup At Auto Shanghai 2025, the BMW Group is unveiling a bold new era of mobility and bringing its vision for future vehicle generations to life. The spotlight falls on its latest innovations from the Neue Klasse lineup, including the futuristic BMW Panoramic iDrive, the high-performance Heart of Joy central computer, […]

Aviation Business

Saudia Group orders 10 A330neo aircraft

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

For low-cost subsidiary, flyadeal The Saudi Arabia-based Saudia Group has placed an order with Airbus for 10 of the European plane maker’s A330-900 aircraft for its low-cost subsidiary, flyadeal. The deal represents flyadeal’s first acquisition of wide-body aircraft and signals a strategic leap forward for the Saudi airline as it prepares to launch long-haul operations.

Automotive Sustainability UAE

Target set for 50% of all passenger vehicles sold in UAE to be electric by 2050

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

Key role earmarked for UAEV The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is accelerating its transition toward sustainable mobility, positioning electric vehicles (EVs) as central to its Energy Strategy 2050. This ambitious plan aims to achieve carbon neutrality by mid-century, with a significant focus on transforming the nation’s transportation sector.​ Delivering the inaugural

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Charger offers EV owners in the UAE a unique mobile charging facility

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

One-of-a-kind service Charger, a Dubai-based electric mobility startup, is transforming the UAE’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape with innovative on-demand charging services. Established in 2024, the company offers convenient, efficient, and sustainable solutions for electric vehicle (EV) owners across the UAE. Unlike traditional charging stations for EVs, Charger

Gadgets Lifestyle Tech

Meizu revolutionises life with smart AR glasses

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

Debuts StarV Air2 AR Smart Glasses Meizu, the Chinese cross-disciplinary all-intelligent terminal solutions provider, has unveiled its latest innovation: the StarV Air2 AR Smart Glasses, setting a new standard in wearable technology. Combining cutting-edge augmented reality with a sleek design, these glasses promise to enhance users’ daily experiences worldwide. At