Author: Mahdeehassan

Dubai, UAE: Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, has announced the commencement of the judging process for the eighth edition of the “Innovators 2025” competition, which continues its mission of fostering a culture of innovation and encouraging young people to transform their creative ideas into practical projects that benefit society and advance sustainability. The judging sessions have begun with the participation of a distinguished panel of experts and specialists. This year’s competition has seen exceptional interest, with 160 teams registering in the preliminary stage, 80 of which met the participation criteria—representing a 70% increase compared to…

Oxford Business Group teams up with Madinah Region Development Authority for a special report on the region’s socio-economic transformation Al Madinah, September 2025: The sweeping socio-economic transformations taking place in the historic Saudi region of Al Madinah are the focus of the latest report by global business intelligence and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG). Entitled Bright Horizons: Socio-economic Transformation in Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, the report examines the region’s commitment to community well-being, economic diversification and urban renewal in alignment with the objectives of Vision 2030. In the coverage on citizen well-being, the report explores how the region is…

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Careem is relaunching its popular Dirhams for Delays campaign in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, giving customers dirhams back when their food order exceeds the promised delivery time. Customers are automatically credited when an order arrives later than expected, with the amount refunded directly to their Careem Pay wallet. Delivery captains are not shown the Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and are not held responsible for any delays. Instead, captains are encouraged to drive safely and are eligible for weekly safe driving bonuses. David Chamas, General Manager of Careem Food in Abu Dhabi, commented: “Customers want to know…

United Arab Emirates: Zero Gravity, one of Dubai’s most iconic beach clubs, is getting ready for a major move. A new era is on the horizon for the much-loved venue that has shaped the city’s day-to-night party scene for over a decade. Since opening in November 2013, Zero Gravity has redefined Dubai’s beach club and nightlife experience, where sunrise swims seamlessly transitioned into sunset sets, and legendary pool parties became the blueprint for the city’s vibrant social calendar. This is where it all began. Dubai’s beach club scene was redefined at Zero Gravity, from the city’s original all-inclusive pool and beach…

COS opens the doors to its new store in The Avenues mall, marking its second location in Kuwait. Designed in-house with the expertise of interior specialists, the space blends refined quiet elegance with warm, tactile materials – offering visitors a place of discovery and a moment of calm. A muted palette runs throughout the interior, framing an expansive 425-square-metre layout. Carefully chosen furnishings and lighting introduce a balance of classic design and artisanal craftsmanship. At its foundation, Grassi Pietre terrazzo flooring – crafted from 90% recycled stone waste from Vicenza – adds texture and elegance. The interiors strike a meticulous…

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– NEP Group, the leading media technology solutions partner for content creators around the globe, has announced its acquisition of Seven Production, the Dubai-based film and broadcasting independent production company. The acquisition reinforces NEP’s investment and presence in the GCC region, building on years of experience delivering live sports and entertainment including UFC, ILT20 UAE Cricket League, Asian Tour International series, LIV Golf, Power Slap and WWE. Today’s announcement follows news of NEP’s growth in the region, including a new fleet of mobile units, and the recent hires of Waleed Isaac as President for NEP Middle East and…

Dubai Duty Free has once again cemented its position as a leader in the retail sector by winning the prestigious ‘Retail Company of the Year’ award at the Gulf Business Awards held last night at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi. This marks the sixth time the airport retailer has received the accolade. Hosted annually by Motivate Media Group, Gulf Business magazine is one of the GCC’s foremost business publications and the Gulf Business Awards recognise the most influential companies and individuals across key sectors including finance, real estate, retail, energy, technology, hospitality, logistics and more. Dubai Duty Free Managing Director,…

Dubai – PaySelect, the UAE’s first independent digital platform dedicated to simplifying the search for payment solutions, has officially launched with fifteen leading payment providers already on board. Designed for businesses of all sizes – from small startups to large enterprises – PaySelect introduces a new era of transparency and efficiency in an industry long dominated by provider-driven sales. At the heart of the platform is PaySelect’s innovative “Take the Test” tool, which enables merchants to quickly match with the most suitable payment gateways, POS providers, and cross-border partners based on their specific business type, transaction volume, and international needs. With a vision to disrupt the traditional…

Dubai, UAE: Canon Middle East, a leader in imaging solutions, in collaboration with the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), hosted an award ceremony to celebrate the successful conclusion of Season 2 of its acclaimed ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign. The ceremony recognized outstanding performance among those who completed the comprehensive training program designed to uplift and support women in the imaging and print industries. The initiative, which ran from April 17 to June 16, 2025, provided intensive training across three specialized modules, equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge to advance their careers and entrepreneurial ventures in the imaging and printing sectors.…

Abu Dhabi, UAE – During the visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to Azerbaijan, and in the presence of President Ilham Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan, ADQ, an active sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and global supply chains, and Azerbaijan Investment Holding (AIH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore avenues of collaboration aimed at advancing shared development objectives. As part of this agreement, the parties will examine prospects in the financial services sector, with particular emphasis on initiatives that deepen market connectivity and build a more resilient investment ecosystem to…