Author: News Desk

Dubai: Dubai Business Associates (DBA), one of the world’s most prestigious programs for future leaders, has welcomed 27 Associates from 22 countries to form the 2024/2025 cohort. This year’s group includes participants from the EU, the UK, India, China, Indonesia, Canada, Malawi and Colombia, amongst others. These international Associates will develop their leadership skills and work alongside a select group of Emirati talent, offering a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and growth. Selected from a pool of more than 5,000 applicants from 160 countries around the world, the future leaders were welcomed at an opening ceremony at the Dubai International…

Greenpeace Day, observed annually on September 15, commemorates the founding of Greenpeace, one of the world’s leading environmental organizations. Founded in 1971 in Vancouver, Canada, by a group of passionate activists, including Dorothy Stowe, Irving Stowe, Jim Bohlen, Paul Cote, and Bob Hunter, Greenpeace was born from a bold mission to protest U.S. nuclear testing in Alaska. This peaceful action against nuclear weapons marked the beginning of a global movement dedicated to environmental protection. The History of Greenpeace Day On September 15, 1971, Greenpeace activists embarked on a daring journey to Amchitka Island in Alaska to oppose nuclear testing, a…

Sharjah: The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), through its “Emirati Goldsmiths” Platform, participated in the prestigious 70th Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair. The event, held in Thailand from 9th to 13th September 2024, was an opportunity for young Emirati designers to exhibit their work on a global stage. Mona Sultan Al Suwaidi, Director of the Executive Office of the SCCI’s Chairman, led the delegation, which featured a talented group of Emirati women designers. Their collections of gold and diamond jewelry captivated attendees and industry experts, showcasing the creativity and craftsmanship of the UAE. In addition to the exhibition,…

Oceanographers from the Schmidt Ocean Institute have discovered a colossal underwater mountain in the Pacific Ocean, located 1,448 kilometers off Chile’s coast. This seamount, rising 3,109 meters from the ocean floor, is nearly four times the height of the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa. The research, conducted during a 28-day expedition aboard the R/V Falkor (too), used sonar technology to map the seamount in detail. “By measuring the time sound waves take to travel to the seabed and back, we created a precise map of the mountain,” explained Jyotika Virmani, Executive Director of the Institute. This discovery is part of…

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has begun processing applications for its new initiative which offers lower energy consumption tariffs to technological and industrial businesses in four emirates. This is aimed at boosting industrial growth in Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Ajman, and Umm Al Qaiwain. This initiative, a result of the Industrial Development Council, chaired by Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, reflects the strategic collaboration between the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), and EWEC to enhance the business environment and empower manufacturing…

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has completed a beautification and greening project at the intersection of Airport Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311), as part of ongoing efforts to enhance Dubai’s aesthetic appeal and profile as a unique global tourist destination. As one of the first landmarks to be seen by arrivals to the Emirate, this iconic new green space features a modern and sustainable design that highlights the words ‘Welcome to Dubai’ in both Arabic and English, providing an attractive view of the city from above and a distinctive greeting to visitors. H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of…

UAE: Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the key financial engine of economic development and industrial advancement in the UAE, has launched its internal AI Wave program, a strategic initiative designed to enhance organization-wide AI literacy and adoption. In alignment with the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, the program aims to support the UAE’s position as a global leader in AI innovation. As a federal government entity, EDB is committed to fostering AI adoption through a comprehensive educational and awareness program. This organization-wide initiative focuses on building knowledge and understanding of AI technologies and best international practices among employees from all departments…

Dubai: Future Cities and Emtelak Properties have collaborated to unveil the “Ocean Living” project, a luxury villa development in Fujairah’s Al Aqah Beach area. This initiative offers Gulf families the opportunity to own exquisite villas, spanning 425,000 square feet, with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Oman. For the first time, UAE and GCC citizens can purchase these properties through an escrow account payment system. Ocean Living provides a rare chance for UAE and GCC nationals to acquire luxurious 7,000-square-foot villas. Each home features five spacious bedrooms, a private pool, an indoor elevator, a sea-view garden, and panoramic vistas of…

Paris: The UAE’s Paralympic team has concluded their impressive showing at the Paris 2024 Games with a fourth-place finish for both Maryam Al-Zeyoudi and Mohamed Khamis. The duo, representing athletics and weightlifting respectively, left their mark on the international stage. In the women’s shot put F40 final, Maryam Al-Zeyoudi shattered her personal best with a throw of 8.62 meters. This remarkable achievement placed her just centimeters behind the bronze medalist, Tunisia’s Raja Jebali. While the Netherlands’ Lara Baars took gold with a new Paralympic record, Al-Zeyoudi’s performance showcased her talent. Veteran weightlifter Mohammed Khamis also secured a fourth-place finish in…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), aimed at strengthening the partnership between both entities and exchanging expertise in cyber fields related to information and communications technology. The MoU supports efforts to preserve the UAE’s equestrian heritage by securing and safeguarding records and data on Arabian horses, in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the EAHS Board of Directors, and the follow-up of Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad…