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Highlander
Lifestyle UAE

Ras Al Khaimah set to host 2025 Highlander hiking event

Arnold Pinto
On 80km Jebel Jais trails Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) supports the 2025 edition of Highlander, the premier long-distance hiking challenge organised by Highlander Adventure, one of the world’s largest hiking series. The event will take place from February 7 to 9, 2025. Hikers and adventure seekers will traverse the spectacular trails of […]
New
Lifestyle

How to keep New Year’s resolutions in 2025

And overcome the challenges As we begin 2025, many people will reflect on their New Year’s resolutions and plan for the new year that has already started today. Making resolutions can be a motivating way to set goals for personal improvement, but sticking to them often proves to be a challenge. Here is how to […]
Beaches
Lifestyle

Dubai night-swimming beaches attract 1.5 million visitors

In the last 18 months Dubai Municipality has reported that its night-swimming beaches in Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, and Umm Suqeim 1 were visited by approximately 1.5 million visitors within 18 months of the three beaches’ night-swimming opening. Ibrahim Juma, Director of Dubai Municipality’s Public Beaches and Water Canals Department, highlighted the significance
Aerospike
Tech

Leap 71 achieves milestone with Aerospike rocket engine test

Arnold Pinto
Engine was designed autonomously Leap 71, a computational engineering company based in Dubai, UAE, has successfully hot-fired one of the most advanced rocket engines ever created—a cutting-edge Aerospike engine generating 5,000 Newtons (1,100 lb) of thrust. This remarkable feat was made possible using cryogenic liquid oxygen and kerosene as propellants. The engine,
New
Events Lifestyle

New Year traditions from across the globe

From Spain to the United States As 2024 draws to a close today, New Year’s Eve celebrations bring diverse and colourful traditions worldwide. These customs mark the passage of time and set the tone for the year ahead. These customs vary widely, from joyful feasts to symbolic acts, but they share a theme of renewal […]
Beam
Lifestyle Shopping

The Beam unveils 3 innovative cycling mirrors

Corky, Corky Urban, and Corky X The Beam, a Europe-based leader in cycling safety and innovation, has launched a trio of advanced cycling mirrors designed to provide optimal rear-view visibility while enhancing performance and safety. These new products, named Corky, Corky Urban, and Corky X, cater to cyclists’ diverse needs. They ensure that cyclists remain […]
Revenue
Corporate

The world’s 10 largest companies by revenue

Arnold Pinto
From 2019 to 2024 In a world where corporate giants dominate the economic landscape, the latest rankings from the Fortune Global 500 reveal the ten largest companies by revenue from 2019 to 2024. Together, these firms generate approximately $4.6 trillion in annual sales, surpassing the GDPs of nations such as Japan and Germany. The rankings […]
Memory
Cybersecurity

Computer memory flaw leads to global security fixes

Arnold Pinto
In AMD processors Cybersecurity experts studying computer memory modules have uncovered a significant security flaw that has led to global security fixes in AMD computer processors. The vulnerability, known as ‘BadRAM,’ arises when rogue memory modules deliberately provide false information to a computer’s processor during startup, potentially exposing sensitive data or
service
Transport UAE

Taxi-sharing service begins between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

On a 6-month trial basis Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a taxi-sharing pilot service, allowing passengers to share rides between Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai and Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi. The service will run for six months and is designed to offer a convenient, fast, and affordable transportation option for passengers […]
Estonia
Health Tech

Estonia and UAE boost their cooperation in digital health

Estonia has advanced digital health tech Estonia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have forged a significant partnership to transform healthcare through digital innovation. Leveraging Estonia’s renowned expertise in digital health and the UAE’s ambitious vision for modernisation, the collaboration will tackle pressing healthcare challenges and establish a
Shell
Energy

Shell invests in deep-water project in Nigeria

Arnold Pinto
Located at Bonga North Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), a subsidiary of Shell, has announced a significant final investment decision (FID) on the Bonga North deep-water project off the coast of Nigeria. The strategic initiative aims to enhance production capabilities at the existing Bonga Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO)
Order
Aviation Business

Air India places order for 100 Airbus aircraft

Arnold Pinto
Backed by services contract Air India, owned by India’s Tata Group, has revealed a new order for 100 Airbus aircraft, including 10 A350 widebody models and 90 single-aisle A320 aircraft. The airline has also chosen Airbus’ Flight Hour Services-Component (FHS-C) to support its growing fleet of A350 aircraft. This order, now included in Airbus’ 2024 […]
Kasco
Real Estate UAE

Kasco Developments unveils Val by Kasco

In Al Jaddaf Waterfront Following its inaugural off-plan project, Onda, Kasco Developments, part of the Kasco Group, has unveiled its second off-plan project – Val by Kasco. Located in the tranquil yet dynamic Al Jaddaf Waterfront, this new development promises to set a new standard for premium living in Dubai. Val is a 13-storey community […]
Adoption
Business UAE

UAE businesses are prioritising AI adoption

According to ServiceNow research According to a new AI Maturity Index Report by ServiceNow, in collaboration with Oxford Economics, businesses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are making significant strides toward AI adoption. The report reveals a widespread commitment to artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver of business transformation. Over 80% of companies have
IATA
Aviation Travel

IATA urges overhaul of slot regulations

Arnold Pinto
Amid global airport capacity crisis The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that a growing airport capacity crisis threatens freedom of travel and global economies. The association’s latest report, published in a white paper, calls for urgent changes to airport slot regulations to incentivise airports to maximise capacity from existing infrastructure.
Discs
Space

Planet-forming discs lived longer in the early universe

Arnold Pinto
Exceptional discovery by Webb The NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery, affirming a controversial finding from the Hubble Space Telescope that dates back over 20 years. The new research challenges long-held beliefs about planet formation in the early Universe, suggesting that planet-forming discs around stars existed for significantly
Caviar
Gadgets

Caviar unveils Forged Dragon and Huang He

Expands Huawei Mate collection Caviar International, a luxury brand renowned for its exclusive custom smartphones, has introduced two new masterpieces in its Dragon Spring collection, built on the Huawei Mate X6 and Huawei Mate 70 RS. The collection debuted on December 12, 2024. It honours China’s rich cultural and historical heritage and blends traditional artisanry
Cable
Telecom

New undersea cable set to boost Pakistan’s internet speed

Part of 2Africa project Internet users in Pakistan are set to experience a significant upgrade in connectivity with the imminent completion of a new undersea cable linking the South Asian country to Africa. The cable link, part of the expansive 2Africa project, is expected to become fully operational in the coming days. The 45,000 km-long […]