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Abu Dhabi: Emirati astronaut Mr. Sultan Al Neyadi has touched his homeland after a long six-month space mission at the International Space Station (ISS). The airplane carrying the UAE astronaut has landed at the new Abu Dhabi International Airport, accompanying an exquisite airshow. The astronaut’s three children and his father were there to greet him once he stepped out of the presidential plane. The UAE President, Mr. Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Prime Minister, Mr. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, received the Emirati astronaut at the airport. The two leaders interacted with Mr. Al Neyadi and his family. Mr.…

Dubai: AstraZeneca has opened its new sustainable offices in Dubai Science Park, a member of the TECOM Group PJSC. The offices mark a critical milestone along the company’s carbon footprint reduction journey in the UAE. The offices are part of efforts taken by AstraZeneca for its transition to sustainable healthcare in the country, aligned with the company’s global Ambition Zero Carbon program. Key plans include transitioning to electric vehicles (EV100) by 2025 and launching its first next-generation inhaler with a near-zero global warming potential propellant in the UAE market. The inauguration was attended by Dr. Amin Al Amiri, Assistant, Under-Secretary…

Abu Dhabi: Rabdan Academy is set to host its second graduation ceremony on September 20, 2023, at ADNEC, honoring more than 600 graduates who have completed their studies in various strategic disciplines. The 2023 graduation ceremony will celebrate the achievements of 612 students who have successfully completed their studies in various strategic disciplines within the crucial fields of security and defense. The programs completed by these graduates include the Master of Science in Systems Engineering specializing in Defense, the Master of Science in Intelligence Analysis, the Master of Science in Policing and Security Leadership, the Bachelor of Science in Policing…

Ras Al Khaimah: A delegation from the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has visited the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). It aimed to explore the business ecosystem and identify potential areas of collaboration to enhance the emirate’s investment attractiveness. The visit is in line with the objectives of the National Strategy for Industry as well as the Advanced Technology and MoIAT’s efforts to develop the sector by collaborating with strategic partners. The delegation was led by Mr. Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of MoIAT. Mr. Al Suwaidi and the accompanying delegation were received by Mr. Ramy Jallad, Group…

Sharjah: Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has introduced a screen reader service in its mobile banking application to serve people with visual disabilities, the first service of its kind in the United Arab Emirates. This step came after the specialised technical departments at Sharjah Islamic Bank conducted a series of meetings, deliberations, and continuous communication with people with visual disabilities. According to Mr. Waleed AlAmoudi, Head of Digital Banking at SIB, the idea of providing new banking services to people with visual disabilities was launched after a person with a visual disability contacted the bank to find a solution to the…

Dubai: Emirates Health Services (EHS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Care.ai to employ generative AI technology in the application of patient room monitoring systems. It aims to enhance the standards of healthcare services that align with the strategic priorities and goals of the government and EHS. Dr. Mohammad Salim Al Olama, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Emirates Health Services, witnessed the signing ceremony. The MoU was signed by Dr. Yousif Mohammed Al Serkal, Director General of EHS, and Mr. Chakri Toleti, CEO of Care.ai. Many prominent personalities were present at the ceremony, including Mr. Mubarak…

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has launched an innovative ‘Services 360’ policy digital platform with cutting-edge technologies and a Geographic Information System (GIS) to provide its senior leaders and executives with real-time insights into customer requests and communications. The innovative platform empowers executives to oversee the progress of specialised tasks, ensure adherence to the highest service standards, and accelerate decision-making processes. The new platform will function as an integrated control board that includes a database of various client requests, the location from which the notices were submitted, their numbers, and the channels used for the notices. The new digital platform is a significant…

Abu Dhabi: Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) and Emirates Transport have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance their partnership in providing the best services to ZHO’s members of determination. According to the MoU, the two sides will cooperate to carry out an initiative to have people of determination sew uniforms for Emirates Transport’s bus drivers and supervisors at the sewing workshops of ZHO’s Agricultural and Vocational Rehabilitation Department. The memo was signed by ZHO’s Secretary-General, Mr. Abdullah Abdul Ali Al Humaidan, and Emirates Transport’s Executive Vice President and CEO of the School Transport Sector, Ms.…

Sharjah: The Sharjah Social Security Fund (SSSF) has launched the possibility of acquiring the service period for insured employees in line with the regulations outlined in Law No. 5 of 2018 concerning social security in Sharjah. The move aligns with the law’s objectives and the Fund’s strategies focused on enhancing the well-being of employees and providing them with additional opportunities to boost their pensions. The Fund has emphasized that it is permissible to extend the service period for insured employees after they have completed a minimum of twenty years of actual service. This is done by dividing the monthly cost…

Sharjah: Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has inaugurated the first phase of the Al Saf residential complex in the city of Kalba. The Ruler has affirmed that providing adequate and safe housing for the Emirati family is a major part of his project, supporting their needs to live a stable life. The complex includes 151 homes at a total cost of $33 million on an area of 417,000 square meters, with various services and facilities. Sheikh Al Qasimi has emphasized the ongoing development of each area in Kalba based on its…