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Robotics competition ‘FIRST® LEGO® League’ Challenge round hosted by ATLAB kicks off in UAE tomorrow

PR News Desk 16/01/2025

The highly anticipated ‘FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL)’ Challenge round, hosted by ATLAB, a subsidiary of Centena Group, in collaboration with its organisers, FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) and LEGO® Education, will officially commence tomorrow. Regional

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UAE’s security, safety and fire experts secure top honours at Intersec Awards 2025

PR News Desk 16/01/2025

The Intersec 2025 Awards, held last night (Wednesday, 15 January) at the Ritz Carlton DIFC in Dubai, celebrated the most innovative and outstanding achievements in safety, security, and fire protection. This year’s awards were a significant milestone for the UAE, with the country’s security, safety and fire protection professions securing an impressive eight out of

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Synergy University Dubai Rolls Out Advanced IT  programmes to Fill Skills Gap in UAE’s Digital Economy

PR News Desk 16/01/2025

Synergy University Dubai has launched two new advanced IT  programmes aimed at addressing the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the UAE’s rapidly evolving digital economy. The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Technologies and the Master of Science in Applied Informatics are designed to equip students with the critical expertise needed to

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Baseball United Announces Dates for Historic UAE Series in Dubai

PR News Desk 16/01/2025

Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced today the Baseball United UAE Series, the league’s first event of 2025. The three-game series will feature its two UAE-based franchises, the Arabia Wolves (Dubai) and the Mid East Falcons (Abu Dhabi), and will take place February 14th – […]

Space UAE

Successful launch for UAE’s MBZ-SAT Earth-imaging satellite

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025

Aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reached a significant milestone in its space programme. On January 14, 2025, MBZ-SAT, an Earth-imaging satellite, successfully launched from NASA’s Vandenberg Air Force Base launchpad in California aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. MBZ-SAT, named in honour of HH Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed […]

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UAE’s unified approach to public safety featured at Intersec 2025

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

As urbanisation accelerates and security challenges become more complex, the UAE is redefining security management through unified Command & Control Centres (CCCs), a key focus of the Security Leader’s Summit at Intersec 2025. Traditionally, command centres in sectors such as policing, border security, customs, and critical infrastructure have operated in silos, often

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Etihad Credit Insurance selects winning companies from ‘Xport Xponential’ initiative submissions

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s federal export credit company, announced the names of winning companies that will be joining its recently launched Xport Xponential initiative, which aims at supporting the UAE’s export sector and empowering UAE-based companies to expand into global markets. ECI stated that the finalists were carefully selected out of 42 companies

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Tickit Rewards welcomes Dollar and Thrifty as first car rental partner in UAE

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

Tickit, the first-of-its-kind rewards programme by Dubai Holding, has entered into a strategic partnership with Dollar and Thrifty Car Rental, part of  A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises’ (ARENCO Group) Car Rental Division, to enhance the loyalty landscape in the UAE. The collaboration, marked by a newly signed agreement, will provide users with enhanced earning and redemption

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SPECIAL 15% BIRTHDAY PROMOTION: CELEBRATE WITH WIZZ AIR ABU DHABI

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, is celebrating its fourth anniversary with an exclusive promotion of 15 percent off selected flights. Savvy travelers can take advantage of the flash sale today, choose from a wide range of destinations, and book hassle-free through the WIZZ app. Tickets are already on sale […]

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Merryland International School Wins the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

Merryland International School, a private school in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has been named the winner of the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Global High Schools – Middle East & North Africa category. The school was recognised for its groundbreaking project to improve air quality and reduce CO2 emissions in classrooms using biodegradable carbon sponge […]

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Second edition of UAE School Games to kick off in January

PR News Desk 14/01/2025

Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, the second edition of the UAE School Games for the 2024-2025 season is set to kick-off in the last week of January 2025, congregating students from both public and private schools across the nation. This high-level school sports competition highlights the […]

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Trinasolar Advances UAE’s Clean Energy Vision with Groundbreaking Green Hydrogen Solutions

PR News Desk 13/01/2025

Trinasolar, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) modules and energy storage solutions, is set to make waves at the World Future Energy Summit taking place in ADNEC Abu Dhabi from January 14-16, 2025, showcasing cutting-edge solar and energy storage technologies while introducing Trina Green Hydrogen to the Middle East and Africa. This strategic move aligns […]

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UAE and Uzbekistan explore ways to enhance economic relations in sectors of new economy

PR News Desk 13/01/2025

H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a meeting with H.E. Laziz Kudratov, Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, to explore the means to strengthen collaboration across a wide range of economic and developmental sectors. These include the new economy, tourism, entrepreneurship, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), FinTech,

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Cemplicity Expands to UAE, Supporting National Healthcare Goals with Real-Time Patient Insights

PR News Desk 13/01/2025

Cemplicity, a global leader in real-time patient insights, has launched its advanced platform in the UAE, empowering healthcare providers to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and achieve better clinical outcomes. By enabling real-time analysis of patient-reported data, the platform supports the UAE’s ambition to deliver world-class healthcare and

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GFS Developments unveils flagship real estate projects in Dubai

News Desk 13/01/2025

Marking entry into UAE market GFS Developments, a global leader in real estate, marked a momentous milestone by unveiling its flagship projects in Dubai. The developer’s expansion into the UAE property market was celebrated at a glamorous event attended by Bollywood celebrities Bobby Deol, Sohail Khan, and Mohamed Mustafa, CEO of Emsquare UAE, who graced […]

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Al-Futtaim Unveils ‘Blue AI’, a Smart Lifestyle Advisor Made in the UAE

PR News Desk 10/01/2025

Al-Futtaim is pleased to announce the launch of Blue AI, a groundbreaking feature within the Blue Rewards app that empowers customers to interact with all their favourite brands in new and dynamic ways. The feature will reach more than five million Blue Rewards customers in the first year. The announcement was made at Al-Futtaim’s AI […]

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“Frontline Heroes Festival” Launches Across UAE

PR News Desk 10/01/2025

The “Frontline Heroes Festival” is set to launch across in the UAE from January 17 to March 2, celebrating the efforts of frontline heroes who played a pivotal role in protecting society during the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring the continuity of daily life during crises and challenges. The festival will kick off at Fujairah’s Open […]

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FOUR UAE-BASED TEAMS AMONG STRONG INTERNATIONAL FIELD AS “DUBAI AUTODROME” GEARS UP FOR MILESTONE 20TH 24H DUBAI RACE

PR News Desk 09/01/2025

“Dubai Autodrome”, a subsidiary of Union Properties, is to welcome 70 racing teams including four UAE-based outfits for this weekend’s milestone 20th Michelin 24H Dubai race that will see some of the best international and regional endurance drivers in action. Coinciding with “Dubai Autodrome’s” own 20th anniversary celebrations, the

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MAHY KHOORY AUTOMOTIVE OPENS UAE’S FIRST DONGFENG SERVICE CENTRE IN DUBAI

PR News Desk 09/01/2025

MAHY Khoory Automotive has unveiled the UAE’s first dedicated Dongfeng Service Centre in Al Quoz 3, Dubai, marking a significant milestone in its ambitious strategy to expand its footprint within the regional automotive sector. The 40,000-square-foot facility was inaugurated by Mr. Nasser Khoory, alongside Mr. Shabbir Haideri, Group Chief Executive Officer and Mr. Saj

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UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team to Compete in 9 Regional, Continental, and International Championships in 2025

PR News Desk 08/01/2025

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has announced the national team’s 2025 participation calendar. Sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, the team is set to compete in nine championships from February to November, spanning regional, continental, and international events across various age groups. The continental season kicks off with the Asian Youth Championships in Thailand