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$547K raised by Emirati and Bahraini businesses on Beban 3

Mon, 12 Feb 2024

Three businesses pitching on entrepreneurship-themed reality television show Beban have succeeded in raising a total of $547,000 (547k) from the panel of regional investors.

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Star-studded Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships open on Feb 18

Tue, 06 Feb 2024

The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships is set to begin with the highly anticipated ATP men’s tournament from February 26 to March 2 preceded by the 24th edition of the annual WTA event, taking place between February 18 and 24.

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Local Planet officially launches ‘Local Planet MEA’

Mon, 05 Feb 2024

The world’s largest privately held media and communication agency network, Local Planet, has marked its entry into the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.

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India to send female robot into space in October, says minister

Mon, 05 Feb 2024

India will be sending a female robot 'Vyommitra' to space this October in its maiden human space flight mission, Gaganyaan, said a report citing the science and technology minister. This will be followed by India's first human space flight next year.

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Dubai Comedy Festival returns in April

Mon, 05 Feb 2024

The Dubai Comedy Festival is back for another round of non-stop jokes and hilarity with its upcoming 2024 edition that will run from April 12-21 at various venues in the city, including the prestigious Dubai Opera and the incredible Coca-Cola Arena.

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Injaz Bahrain Festival ends on high note; draws 10,000 visitors

Sat, 03 Feb 2024

Injaz ended the third edition of Bahrain Youth Festival on a high note, recording a 10,000-strong visitor turnout during the two days. A key highlight was a marketplace showcasing products of its young entrepreneurs from various schools and universities.

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Saudi Arabia to host biggest UN conference on land and drought

Wed, 31 Jan 2024

Saudi Arabia has signed a pact with the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification to host the UN Conference on Land and Drought in December. The Riyadh COP16 will be the largest-ever gathering of UNCCD’s 197 Parties and a first for the region.

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Honor collaborates with artist Mattar Bin Lahej for new launch

Mon, 29 Jan 2024

Global technology brand Honor has teamed up with the well-known Emirati artist Mattar Bin Lahej on the occasion of HONOR Magic V2 launch in the UAE.

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AlUla gears up for launch of first permanent gallery space

Sun, 28 Jan 2024

Design Space AlUla, the first permanent gallery space for showcasing the design initiatives in the ancient Saudi city, opens next month. It will be inclusive of all design disciplines - from architecture and urban planning to product and graphic design.

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Saudi Tourism launches new global marketing campaign with Messi

Sat, 27 Jan 2024

Saudi Tourism has kicked off a global marketing campaign featuring football legend and brand ambassador, Lionel Messi, targeting key markets of Europe, India and China. The campaign brings to life the key UN WTO initiative - 'Tourism Opens Minds.'