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Earthna
Qatar Sustainability

Qatar to host Earthna Summit 2025

Focus on sustainability push Qatar will host the second edition of the Earthna Summit on April 22–23, 2025. Organised by the Earthna Centre for a Sustainable Future, a member of Qatar Foundation, the summit will convene key stakeholders worldwide, including experts, policymakers, businesses, and civil society, to tackle pressing environmental challenges. The summit’s
CreateAI
Business Entertainment

TuSimple rebrands as CreateAI

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Reveals Gen AI breakthrough TuSimple Holdings, a global leader in artificial intelligence, has rebranded to CreateAI. The shift marks the company’s renewed focus on revolutionising the animation and video game industries using its proprietary AI technologies and integrated content development platform. The company also revealed significant advancements in generative AI
The
Health

How polluted are 8 of the most visited cities in the world?

Cairo dominates the ranking A new study has revealed the pollution levels of eight of the world’s top tourist cities, shedding light on the environmental challenges faced by popular destinations. The research assessed various city pollution factors based on their average annual visitors. The study’s methodology involved analysing cities based on annual visitor
Minibus
Transport UAE

New public minibus service begins in Dubai

Involves app-based booking system Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a new public minibus pooling initiative. The initiative allows passengers in the Dubai emirate to book minibus rides through an app-based booking system. The service is designed to provide a fast, convenient, and efficient transportation solution for Dubai’s public bus users. It is
Human
Space

NASA issues strategy for sustaining human presence in LEO

Arnold Pinto
To maintain US leadership role NASA has released its final goals and objectives for low Earth orbit (LEO) as part of its ongoing efforts to expand space use. Developed through consultations with various stakeholders, NASA’s Low Earth Orbit Microgravity Strategy is designed to ensure a continuous human presence in orbit, foster economic growth, and strengthen […]
Airport
Aviation Travel

Heathrow Airport unveils £2.3bn investment plan

Arnold Pinto
In boost to the UK economy Heathrow Airport – the most connected airport in the world – has unveiled a significant £2.3 billion investment plan to upgrade the UK’s only hub airport over the next two years. This marks the most significant private sector capital investment in UK transport infrastructure, representing a £244 million increase […]
Art
Design Shopping

Captivating retail experience – elevating stone to an art form

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WOSA’s new showroom in Shanghai WOSA’s new showroom in Shanghai transforms the retail experience concept by seamlessly integrating art, architecture, and commerce. It creates a captivating journey through the world of stone. The 580m² space within a repurposed factory takes visitors beyond traditional sintered stone showrooms, offering a sensory experience that blurs the
Vegas
Tech

Registration opens for CES 2025 in Las Vegas

Arnold Pinto
World’s most influential tech event Registration has opened for CES 2025, the world’s premier technology tradeshow. Scheduled to take place from January 7 to 10, 2025, in Las Vegas, CES 2025 promises to showcase groundbreaking technology, offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore the latest innovations and engage in unparalleled networking. Hosted by the Consumer
Revibe
Business

Revibe raises $7m to grow its refurbished consumer tech business

Emerging markets on the radar Dubai-based Revibe, a specialist in guarantee-backed refurbished consumer electronics, has reached a significant milestone by closing its Series A funding round with $7 million. ISAI and Resonance co-led the round, which included key investors Kima Ventures and Edouard Mendy. This follows a year of impressive revenue growth, positioning Revibe
Metavsummit
Crypto Events Web 3.0

7th edition of MetaVSummit Dubai set for DIFC

From January 7-8, 2025 DoubleMorgan Summits will host the seventh edition of MetaVSummit Dubai at the Dubai International Finance Centre from January 7 to 8, 2025. The event is dedicated to the Middle East region’s Web 3, crypto, metaverse, and AI industries. As technological evolution accelerates, especially in fields like Web 3 and AI, companies […]
airstrikes
Defence & Security

US conducts airstrikes on ISIS camps in Syria

Arnold Pinto
Truman CSG now in the region US Central Command (Centcom) forces have carried out precision airstrikes targeting ISIS camps and operatives in Syria. The Pentagon confirmed that the strikes were part of ongoing efforts to dismantle ISIS operations in the Middle East region. Initial assessments indicate that around a dozen ISIS fighters were killed, with […]
Changers
Sport UAE

Game Changers debuts at World Tennis League

From December 19 to 22, 2024 Game Changers, a trailblazing global sports entertainment company, will make its historic debut at the World Tennis League (WTL) in Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant step in the company’s mission to boost the sports industry and contribute positively to global change. From December 19 to 22, 2024, the […]