DUBAI / WAM Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has launched DEWA’s strategic roadmap to become the world’s first AI-native utility, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) across all core operations. Al Tayer made this announcement during GenAI Week, organised by DEWA to explore the future of AI adoption within the organisation. The event …
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ABU DHABI / WAM The fourth and final Ramadan session of Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed was held under the title ‘Fostering Positive Values in the Community’ in the presence of HH Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, as well as senior officials, academics, and representatives of UAE entities. The session, which …
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DUBAI / WAM Emirates is gearing up for a busy travel period for Eid Al Fitr by deploying an additional 17 flights to destinations in the Middle East/GCC from March 26 to April 5. This year, over 371,000 customers are expected to fly with the airline during the Eid Al Fitr break from around the region, with additional flights planned …
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SHARJAH / WAM Sharjah Airport has announced its full operational readiness to efficiently manage the anticipated surge in air traffic during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday period. The airport is expected to receive over 500,000 passengers and operate 3,344 flights between March 27 and April 6. The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) confirmed that all operational and logistical preparations have been completed …
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DUBAI / GULF TIME As a shining example of inclusive hospitality and the first hotel in the city to earn the Certified Autism Center designation, The H Dubai recently organised a special iftar for children on the spectrum and their families. Held on March 5 at Eat & Meat, the event was part of an ongoing partnership with the Georgetown …
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DUBAI / GULF TIME This Ramadan, Nando’s UAE continues its commitment to community and creativity through a heartfelt collaboration with Dubai Autism Center. For the second year in a row, Nando’s is offering customers a chance to support a meaningful cause with exclusive, limited-edition coasters designed by the talented children of Dubai Autism Center. Each pack, priced at AED 25, …
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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME DNA Health & Wellness, the UAE’s leading health optimisation and longevity clinic group, announced the grand opening of its state-of-the-art facility in Abu Dhabi, Al Manhal area in January this year. Spanning over 11,000 square feet, the new clinic is poised to be one of the largest and most advanced health optimisation and longevity centres …
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BEIJING / WAM Chinese scientists have successfully conducted an ice-cap detection experiment in Antarctica using a domestically developed ultra-wideband hyperspectral microwave radiometer, as reported by China’s 41st Antarctic expedition team. According to Xinhua, the team conducted joint air-ground experiments using helicopters and snowmobiles to successfully carry out remote sensing detection of temperature distribution beneath the Antarctic ice. Zhu Di, a …
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BARCELONA / WAM Commuters in the centre of the Spanish city of Barcelona have been able to ride the bus for free this week. There’s just one catch: this mini-bus has no one at the wheel, AP reported. Renault is testing a new driverless mini-bus in Barcelona this week. The autonomous vehicle is running on a 2.2-km (1.3-mile) circular route …
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ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Line Investments & Property SP LLC, the retail division of Lulu International Holdings, has concluded the Winter Shopping Festival with a spectacular finale, awarding over AED 1 million in prizes including luxury cars, holiday packages, iPhones, and more. The month-long festival attracted unprecedented crowds across 11 malls in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra …
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