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UAE’s Sultan Al Neyadi and fellow astronauts return to Earth

Arnold Pinto 04/09/2023

Crew-6 had spent 186 days on the International Space Station UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, NASA astronauts Stephen Bowen and Woody Hoburg, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev have returned to Earth safely after their SpaceX Dragon Endeavour spacecraft splashed down with parachutes in the

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Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2023 testing

PR News Desk 03/09/2023

The third edition of Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai City (September 26-27, 2023). The event, the first of its kind worldwide, is an international platform that collects self-driving transport professionals, including policymakers, technologists, researchers, and academics. Through dialogues, seminars, and

Markets Business

Arab nations urged to align their economies on global trends

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2023

Ministers of economy meet at Arab League HQ in Cairo The UAE has called for reformulating Arab economies policies and programmes to align with global trends. This was the message of Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy when he addressed the 112th session of the Economic and Social Council of the Arab […]

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UAE astronaut Hazzaa Al Mansoori: Incremetal Lead role for ISS Expedition 69

PR News Desk 01/09/2023

Hazzaa Al Mansoori is the first UAE astronaut and a graduate of the UAE astronauts corps of the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), home of the UAE space programme. Al Mansoori launched to the International Space Station ISS) on September 25, 2019, onboard a Soyuz M5-15 spacecraft. He spent eight days on the […]

Appointments Education

AURAK appoints David A. Schmidt as its new President

Arnold Pinto 01/09/2023

Academic leader’s expertise spans 16 educational institutions American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) has announced the appointment of Dr. David A. Schmidt as its new President. Schmidt succeeds Prof. Hassan Hamdan Al Alkim, who retires after a decade as AURAK President. Established in 2009 in Ras Al Khaimah emirate in the UAE, AURAK is […]

Shopping Business GCC UAE

49% of UAE residents use e-commerce apps to shop online

Arnold Pinto 01/09/2023

Latest YouGov survey reveals mobile-centric revolution in progress According to the latest YouGov survey of retail shopping trends in the UAE, 49% of UAE-based shoppers use e-commerce apps as their preferred online shopping option. The study also confirms that 40% of UAE-based residents rely on social media e-shops, 36% prefer web browsers on smartphones, and […]

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Dubai RTA enhances Bur Dubai Marine Station along Dubai Creek

PR News Desk 31/08/2023

Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the redevelopment of the Bur Dubai Marine Transport Station, situated on the commercially important Bur Dubai bank of Dubai Creek, which straddles the heart of the modern-day emirate in the UAE. Dubai RTA aims to increase the capacity of the Bur Dubai marine transport station by 33% […]

Shopping Retail

Shop at Winly online store to win one of three attractive prizes

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2023

Cash prizes totalling AED45,000 and iPhone Pro up for grabs Winly, a regional online store of lifestyle products, has launched a unique and engaging e-commerce concept that offers online shoppers a gamified experience with the opportunity to win a prize for making a purchase. As part of the new initiative ideated by Hassan El Imam, […]

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UAE astronaut conducts a cardiovascular test on the ISS

Arnold Pinto 28/08/2023

UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has conducted a cardiovascular experiment onboard the International Space Station (ISS) for researchers attached to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), Simon Fraser University, and The University of North Dakota. The cardiovascular experiment focussed on cardio breath and is a critical analysis of the impact of microgravity on cardiovascular and

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UAE astronaut conducts cardiovascular test in space

PR News Desk 27/08/2023

UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has conducted a cardiovascular experiment onboard the International Space Station (ISS) for researchers attached to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), Simon Fraser University, and The University of North Dakota. The cardiovascular experiment focussed on cardio breath and is a critical analysis of the impact of microgravity on cardiovascular and

Home Lifestyle Shopping

Chattels & More 25-75% off sale ends on September 2, 2023

Arnold Pinto 27/08/2023

Chattels & More, the retail furniture brand of Dubai-based Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group, urges home and interior shopping enthusiasts across the UAE not to miss out on the final days of its mega in-store sale. Under the umbrella of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) festival that began on June 29 and ends on September […]

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Watch Warner Bros. Studios Centennial Films on Emirates Flights

PR News Desk 26/08/2023

Emirates, the Dubai government-owned carrier, is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros. Studios with the launch of a unique collection of the Studio’s iconic 100 films onboard its passenger flights from September 1, 2023. Emirates will be the first commercial airline to feature Warner Bros.’s unique collection of 100 centenary movies on ice – […]

Markets Business

More power to the Global South as 5 MEA countries will join the BRICS bloc

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2023

A record five Middle East and Africa (MEA) countries will formally join BRICS – the bloc of five major emerging economies – from January 1, 2024. The five MEA nations are Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). BRICS currently comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. South Africa joined the group in 2010, […]

Gadgets GCC Lifestyle Tech UAE

realme C53 affordable smartphone enters the UAE market

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2023

realme, a leading consumer technology manufacturing brand, has launched its C53 affordable smartphone for the UAE retail market. With a retail price of AED499 (including 5% VAT), the C53 offers consumers several firsts, including a segment-leading 33W fast charge, 12GB dynamic RAM and 128GB ROM storage – wrapped in a 7.49mm ultra-slim body. The C53 […]

Sustainability GCC Lifestyle UAE

75% of UAE residents are confident technology is an answer to global warming

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2023

On the eve of the UAE hosting COP28 later this year, a new survey conducted among UAE residents reveals that 75% of people believe humanity will find technological solutions and adapt to global warming. Conducted by YouGov among more than 1,000 UAE residents, the poll was commissioned by Dubai-headquartered Duke+mir strategic communications agency as part […]

Banking GCC UAE

Saxo Bank unveils new maternity and paternity leave policy for its UAE staff

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2023

Saxo Bank has introduced a comprehensive maternity and paternity leave policy for its UAE-based employees. The new policy went into effect on June 1, 2023, as part of the Copenhagen, Denmark-headquartered bank’s endeavour to create a progressive workplace for its UAE-based staffers and support their personal lives. The new maternity and paternity leave policy for […]

Banking GCC UAE

UAE banking sector steps up sustainable financing to meet global emission goals and support UAE growth

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2023

The vibrant UAE banking and financial sector is prioritising sustainable banking and financing solutions to buttress green ambitions while also supporting economic and social development in the Gulf state. This initiative is also in line with the UAE’s key strategy to reduce emissions and achieve climate neutrality by 2050, in adherence with the United

Corporate

Gates Hospitality enters employees’ enhancement pact with frntlne

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2023

Gates Hospitality, a Dubai-headquartered hospitality development company, has entered a strategic partnership with frntlne, a Melbourne, Australia-based edu-tech platform, with the aim of empowering its own employees and in turn, reshaping the hospitality sector in the UAE. Gates Hospitality owns a portfolio of international brands, and homegrown F&B concepts, and also

Automotive

Selfdrive.ae unveils Back-to-School promo with special prices

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2023

Selfdrive.ae, the Dubai-headquartered car lease and rentals subscription platform, has launched its 2023 Back to School campaign for students’ parents and schoolteachers in the UAE. Timed to coincide with the start of the new academic year in the UAE, and featuring more than 1,000 petrol and electric cars, the new Selfdrive.ae promotion permits UAE-based parents […]

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How to get your own Barbie Dreamhouse with Royal Furniture

Arnold Pinto 21/08/2023

With all things Barbie sweeping across the GCC region UAE-based Royal Furniture has launched its all-new Barbie furniture and accessories collection. Inspired by the Hollywood blockbuster that had its world premiere at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on July 9, 2023, the new collection features various shades of pink, with which to embellish elegant bedroom ensembles,