Women

NEWS DESK

Orchid Fertility Clinic Launches Dedicated Fertility Support Group for Women Navigating Infertility

News Desk 15/12/2025

Orchid Fertility Clinic has announced the launch of its Fertility Support Group, an in-person community initiative designed to offer women a safe, gentle and non-judgmental space to connect, share, and receive emotional and professional support as they navigate the challenges of infertility.

NEWS DESK

Mayo Clinic study reveals hidden causes of heart attacks in younger adults, especially women

News Desk 02/12/2025

A new Mayo Clinic study finds that many heart attacks in people under 65 — especially women — are caused by factors other than clogged arteries, challenging long-standing assumptions about how heart attacks occur in younger populations. Study findings published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology examined over 15 years of data […]

NEWS DESK

Women chair 15.8% of board positions in 73 listed financial companies in the UAE

News Desk 26/11/2025

Heriot-Watt University and Grant Thornton today published a detailed report on the representation of women in senior leadership roles across the UAE’s financial services sector. Entitled ‘Discovery Series 2025: Women transforming financial services’, the importance of this report lies in its role as an evidence-based benchmark for gender representation within one of the

NEWS DESK

ABU DHABI SHOWDOWN WEEK INCLUDES UFC 321, ARAB WORLD’S FIRST UFC WOMEN’S TITLE FIGHT, AND MORE

PR News Desk 16/10/2025

UFC® 321: ASPINALL vs GANE will stage a championship double-header on October 25 at Etihad Arena, headlined by Tom Aspinall’s undisputed heavyweight title defence and the Middle East’s first UFC women’s title fight, as Virna Jandiroba meets Mackenzie Dern for the vacant strawweight crown. Framing the card, Abu Dhabi Showdown Week 2025 runs October 20–26 […]

NEWS DESK

Women Board of Directors joins hands with Standard Chartered and Diligent to Pioneer the Next Wave of AI-Led Leadership

PR News Desk 10/10/2025

Women Board of Directors (WBD), in partnership with Standard Chartered and Diligent, hosted an exclusive ‘AI & Leadership’ roundtable on 25 September at the Standard Chartered offices in DIFC, Dubai. This half-day event convened industry leaders, across various sectors, to explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming leadership, governance, and risk management.

NEWS DESK

Regional marcomms still facing low representation of women in leadership, but majority believes progress is happening

PR News Desk 09/10/2025

Only 27% of GCC marcomms professionals say leadership teams in their organisations or divisions have equal or near-equal male-female representation, defined as 40-60% in favour of any gender. The vast majority (56%) have indicated low representation, while only 17% cited high representation. When it comes to the very top positions, 36% said a woman held […]

NEWS DESK

FIBO Arabia experts outline the growth of women in fitness in Saudi Arabia  

PR News Desk 03/10/2025

FIBO Arabia has underscored the growing prominence of women in the Saudi Arabian fitness industry, welcoming several female experts, nearly 50% of all speakers, across its Performance Arena and Conference Stage, as well as 1,000s of visitors and athletes as part of the three-day health, wellness and fitness showcase. Speaking ahead of her session titled […]

NEWS DESK

7 in 10 PCOS Cases Go Undiagnosed, Orchid Fertility Dubai Urges Women to Seek Early Support

PR News Desk 24/09/2025

Thousands of women across the world live with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) without even knowing it. In fact, nearly 70% of cases go undiagnosed, even though PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility. This September, as the world observes PCOS Awareness Month, Orchid Fertility Dubai — one of the region’s most trusted names […]

NEWS DESK

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs on the 28th Universal Postal Congress Agenda

PR News Desk 11/09/2025

The 28th Universal Postal Congress – Dubai 2025, hosted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), brings together delegates from over 192 member countries of the Universal Postal Union to shape the future of the global postal sector. Central to its agenda is bridging the gap for women entrepreneurs by enabling their access to global trade […]

NEWS DESK

Nearly 42% of Women in the UAE Suffer from Urinary Incontinence: Abu Dhabi Conference to Tackle the Region’s Hidden Health Crisis

PR News Desk 01/09/2025

Urinary or fecal incontinence affects nearly one in four women across the GCC, yet fewer than 30% seek treatment. Too often concealed by stigma and misconceptions, the condition quietly undermines quality of life, disrupting work, family responsibilities, and even spiritual practices. With obesity, diabetes, prostate conditions, and neurological disorders on the rise, the

NEWS DESK

Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Hasher Al Maktoum Joins Women Board of Directors to Celebrate Emirati Women Leaders

PR News Desk 28/08/2025

Her Highness Sheikha Shamsa bint Hasher Al Maktoum graced the Women Board of Directors (WBD) roundtable ‘Honouring Heritage, Disrupting Hierarchies, Accelerating Excellence’at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah on 27 August, a key celebration of Emirati Women’s Day. This year’s theme, “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years,” highlighted the UAE’s five-decade journey of women’s

NEWS DESK

Women get 30% discount on all the F&B outlets for Emirati Women’s Day at Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah, Marjan Island!

PR News Desk 26/08/2025

Indulge in delicious dining at the Radisson Resort Ras Al Khaimah Marjan Island! Choose from tasty all-day buffets, pub favorites with a twist, fresh seafood, and flavorful Mediterranean inspired plates. Unwind at the pool bar, sports bar, or enjoy a snack any time of day at the lobby lounge. RBG Restaurant Enjoy the convenience of […]

NEWS DESK

Novikov Café Marks Emirati Women’s Day with a Special Gifting Experience

PR News Desk 21/08/2025

In a gesture that blends elegance with intention, Novikov Café is marking Emirati Women’s Day with a gifting initiative that honours the women who quietly shape the world around them; at home, in their communities, and across the country. To commemorate the occasion, Novikov Café has created a bespoke box of handcrafted chocolates, presented in the brand’s […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia Sport

First all-women desert rally marks milestone for motorsport and gender equality in Saudi Arabia

Arnold Pinto 08/08/2025

Toyota enters team In a country where women were only granted the legal right to drive seven years ago, Saudi Arabia hosted the fourth edition of Rally Jameel, a navigation-based off-road rally exclusively for female drivers. Held from April 21-26, 2025, the event attracted 82 participants from 37 countries, including the first-ever team from Japan, […]

NEWS DESK

Uber doubles down on commitment to empower women in Saudi Arabia

PR News Desk 15/07/2025

As Saudi Arabia celebrates seven years since the historic decision that allowed women to drive, Uber is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its new ‘Women Drivers’ product, designed to give women riders the option to be matched exclusively with women drivers. The feature builds on Uber’s commitment to empowering women through mobility and […]

Transport

UAE women engineers reflect on inclusion, collaboration

News Desk 23/06/2025

On International Women in Engineering Day 2025 Female engineers working in the UAE’s public transport sector have marked International Women in Engineering Day (June 23, 2025) by reflecting on the challenges and opportunities shaping their careers in a field still largely dominated by men. This year’s theme, ‘Together We Engineer’, focuses on collaboration and shared […]

NEWS DESK

Understanding the Role of Estrogen in Muscle Growth and Fat Loss

News Desk 20/06/2025

Although estrogen is frequently linked to reproductive health, its effects go much beyond that. This hormone is essential for fat metabolism, muscular development, and overall body composition. Women naturally have different hormonal profiles than men, which can affect how they build muscle, store fat, and recover from exercise. Understanding estrogen’s role in these

NEWS DESK

Women Choice Strengthens Its MEA Community in Nairobi by Expanding UAE and East Africa Relations

PR News Desk 18/06/2025

Driven by the need for inclusive economic transformation, Women Choice, an international organization championing sustainable initiatives for women, hosted a high-impact forum dubbed Driving Growth for Women-Led SMEs in Kenya – an initiative aimed at charting a path for economic inclusion through the empowerment of women entrepreneurs. Themed Scaling Women-Led SMEs:

NEWS DESK

Title:  How a Strategic Alliance Empowered 500 Women to Lead, Grow, and Thrive

PR News Desk 30/05/2025

Women Choice, under the leadership of Nezha Alaoui, celebrates a transformative year of collaboration with Loubna Imenchal, leader in the Tech industry through the initiative “Connect2Elevate” Together, they have championed the advancement of women’s careers, professional development, and leadership growth across the Middle East and beyond. Reflecting on a Year

NEWS DESK

Athar Festival Launches Maheerah Network to Drive Year-Round Empowerment for Women in Saudi Arabia’s Marcomms Industry

PR News Desk 14/05/2025

Athar – Saudi Festival of Creativity, the largest gathering for the creative marketing industry in Saudi Arabia, has officially announced the launch of the Maheerah Network today at the Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention. The initiative, powered by Publicis Groupe, is set to become a year-round platform dedicated to enabling, inspiring, and nurturing […]