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The ports of Nova Scotia are gearing up for continued growth in 2024, according to a press release.
The longest cruise season to date kicks off on April 6 in Halifax with the arrival of the MSC Poesia and runs until November 3 when Oceania Cruises’ Insignia closes the season.
Halifax is expected to welcome 203 cruise calls in 2024, including 11 maiden visits. The port is also expected to see an increase in overnight visits and luxury ships. Between the months of June, July and August, the Port of Halifax will see a 35.7 percent increase in the number of calls compared to summer 2023.
“We are very focused on the sustainable development of our cruise industry,” said Captain Allan Gray, president and CEO, Halifax Port Authority. “The 2024 season will run longer and see ship visits spread out across eight months. This is good news for our port, local businesses, and our provincial tourism industry. We know Nova Scotia is a top-tier travel destination, and we look forward to sharing that with the visits to our shores this year.”
The 2024 season is expected to bring a record 115 cruise calls to the Port of Sydney, beginning with the MSC Poesia. A total of seven ships will make inaugural visits to the Port of Sydney, and there is an expected 17 percent increase in the number of calls during the summer months compared to 2023.
“We are very excited about the upcoming season and proud of the continued growth and economic investment the cruise industry brings to the region,” said Lorna Campbell, CEO, Port of Sydney. “Cape Breton is an incredibly beautiful island destination and our reputation among cruise passengers is what continues to drive our success and ability to generate significant economic benefits for our communities.”


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ISAF arms find way to Pakistani black market
Despite their high prices, M-16 assault rifles and Berettas -- standard weapons for the US army -- are selling like hot cakes in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
“I personally don’t like M-16 assault rifles. They are too complex and have too many small parts; the AK-47 is simple to use, easy to clean and withstands all conditions,” one dealer told the daily.
The weapons, in high demand as they are, have become quite a status symbol for the country’s upper class, according to Siraj Afridi, who said the rich insisted on buying M-16s for their guards.
A Beretta 9mm is available for Rs1.5 lakh a piece an M-16 rifle for Rs5 lakh. The dealer explained: “People only buy an M-16 only if it is a military gun taken from the US Army.”
Beretta handguns are manufactured in Italy but used by the US. Yousaf Afridi, another arms dealer, estimated thousands of M-16s and Berettas had been smuggled into Pakistan.
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Richmond, UK (PRWEB) January 27, 2005
Powwownow has today announced the launch of the first European conference call facility which will allow European users to join conference calls in the UK for the equivalent price of a UK national rate call. With the new, unique, service from Powwownow, European conference calls can be made with prices starting from as little as six pence per minute.
With the cost of travel ever increasing, and time restraints becoming stricter, conference calling is becoming a vital part of the work process but this can also be expensive, particularly for companies with important European contacts. Powwownow is leading the way in reducing the costs of carrying out these fundamental European business meetings. With budgets being under constant restraint cost savings are a key business concern. Low cost conferencing calling is providing a very real alternative method of professional European communication, without the costs associated with travelling.
ÂInternational dial-ins account for 25 percent of our call minutes and users have previously had to call a UK number, making European conference calling more costly for them,Â said Andrew Pearce, director, Powwownow. ÂOur whole philosophy here is based on making conference calling simple, reliable and cost effective so we have created a system whereby European callers can not only join a UK call, but they only pay a national rate call in order to participate.Â
The service has primarily been launched in France, Germany, Ireland, Austria and Belgium. However, it will also be available in Spain from February 2005 and rolling out through out Europe over 2005. Each country will have a specific dial-in number which will allow them to take advantage of the cheap call rates when arranging and participating in European conference calls. To find out more about the new service customers can visit http://www.powwownow.com
ÂCarrying out European meetings is becoming more of an everyday task for many businesses,Â continues Pearce. ÂFor some businesses this is an essential, yet costly part of their work and we just want to be able to provide them with a dependable solution that wonÂt cost the earth.Â
Powwownow is the UKÂs fastest growing conference call provider. PowWowNow offers customers simple and low cost conference calling. All callers in a conference dial the same phone number and are connected together by the use of a PIN. There is no service charge and all calls are charged at a national rate. This service is available 24/7 and no booking is required and there are no restrictions on call duration. The PowWowNow system is based on proven industry standard technology, with ease of use in mind. The company was started in April 2003 and is growing at more that 10% per month.


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Christmas Tree Shortage Affects ‘Wilderness’
What has been a holiday tradition for many families in Jackson and surrounding counties is not going to be available this Christmas season.
The Wilderness Christian Camp will not be able to sell Christmas trees this year, according to Founder and Director Jason Perlak. The tree lot in Ripley has been a popular fundraiser for the facility for the past 14 years.
The Wilderness is a high-adventure youth camp aimed at helping young people focus on character-building. Campers arrive at the Aplin Ridge facility from destinations across America.
“The tree sales have become an annual tradition, but there is a tree shortage all up and down the East Coast this year,” Perlak explained. “We recognize that the community has supported us faithfully for years. Our goal is to be back next year and the Lord willing, we’ll be selling trees again next year.”
Insect blight is rampant this year and the end result is a shortage of the popular Fraser fir trees and many other species. Insects have been eating the trees, causing them to brown and eventually die. Sold trees could then bring those insects into the various homes.
“We have been selling approximately 600 trees from the lot in Ripley,” the evangelist continued. “We don’t want our loyal customers to be caught off-guard, so we’re getting the word out now.”
With fewer trees available, the financial law of supply and demand is blatantly apparent, says Perlak. Forest fires in the Smokey Mountain region further compounded the shortage.
“Wholesale costs this season are going to be higher than the typical retail costs,” he said. “It is going to be considerably more expensive to purchase the trees that are going to be available.”
Perlak says the camp has been generously supported through the years by those who have purchased trees or simply made donations. The Wilderness Christian Camp experiences include rock climbing, canoeing and repelling in a Christ-centered atmosphere.
“Those who choose to make donations to our camp scholarship fund may do so,” he noted. “Information is available on our website at TheWildernessCamp.com.”


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Wireless Penetration To Pass 100% In Europe As Individuals Purchase Multiple Phones
As individual users purchase additional phones and acquire cellular voice service, a new study suggests wireless market penetration will exceed 100%.
Penetration of wireless technology in Western Europe will exceed 100 percent in the near future, according to a study released Thursday by U.K. market research firm Analysys.
Penetration will exceed 100 percent because individual users will increasingly purchase multiple phones and SIM cards for use in existing phones, according to the study. They are doing that because of the roll-out of 3G cellular data services, according to the study.
While average revenue per user (ARPU) from voice service have been sliding, the study also predicted that those revenues will stabilize or even grow if operators move toward pre-paid voice products. Overall, with data revenues thrown in, revenues collected by operators is expected to increase in coming years, the report concluded.
"With the advent of 3G, operators have an opportunity to stabilise and potentially even grow voice ARPU by using the efficiency of the technology and offering large bundles of minutes," Alex Zadvorny, a co-author of the report, said in a statement.
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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is reopening this week with new safety requirements.
Guests must wear masks and make online reservations in advance when the attraction reopens Thursday. It has been closed for four months as Audubon Nature staff developed a plan to reopen safely, a news release said.
“Along with setting strict attendance limits, additional safety initiatives include stringent cleaning protocols, physical distancing signage, and requiring staff wear appropriate PPE,” said Audubon executive vice president and chief operation officer Kyle Burks. “In accordance with city health guidelines, masks will also be required for all guests visiting our indoor facilities, such as the Aquarium. Although the city is not requiring face coverings for outdoor recreation if social distancing is maintained, we strongly encourage guests to wear a mask while visiting Audubon Zoo as well.”
Audubon typically welcomes 750,000 visitors over the summer months and is estimating nearly an 80% decrease this year due to limited capacity, pausing groups and field trips, and decreased tourism visitation, the release said. Audubon’s estimated loss of revenue directly related to its facility closures from March to June was approximately $21 million.
Although the aquarium is reopening, Audubon has canceled its fee-based summer camps, private event rentals at all facilities through August as well as Scales & Ales, its annual fall Aquarium fundraiser.
Audubon Aquarium will be open Thursday – Monday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.


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By Carl HoweYou have to love Microsoft's (NASDAQ:MSFT) hyper-competitive streak; it produces such amusing stories. Yesterday, HDBeat noted that Microsoft Europe bosses are claiming that Sony (NYSE:SNE) is "forcing" consumers into Blu-ray purchases. The article cites a GamesIndustry.biz article with the following quote:
"Sony is now making people pay an extra few hundred pounds for a Blu-Ray DVD drive which we don't know is going to be the standard in the next-generation DVD formats,” Thompson (MSFT-owned XBox UK head) insisted.
"This is the company that brought out Betamax – we don't quite know where they're going to go with this,” he added, in a pointed reference to Sony's defeat in the format war against VHS.
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Thompson's frank views were backed by Europe boss Chris Lewis, who added: “[PS3's] is an interesting price point that in my view forces the consumer down a choice path in a way that I'm surprised to see.”
So let's get this straight: Microsoft is arguing against the dominant player bundling a feature into its new product. And if that's their position, can the EU use those statements in its antitrust case? After all, if we substitute product names and companies in the quote, we get some interesting conclusions:
“Microsoft is now making people pay an extra few hundred pounds for Windows media player which we don't know is going to be the standard in the next-generation player formats,” Thompson insisted.
“This is the company that brought out Microsoft Bob – we don't quite know where they're going to go with this,” he added.
Microsoft can argue all it wants about PS3, but I think one of the commenters on the story at HDBeat has a good handle on what this all means:
These comments suggest to me that this guy doesn't think people actually want a 360 so therefore have no choice but to buy a PS3. I think Microsoft are getting scared that the PS3 is going to out sell the [XBox] 360 even with it's higher price.
We noted last year that Sony's high price may actually be a very savvy marketing strategy where high demand is likely to outstrip supply. After all, why should eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) sellers reap big profits when Sony could be? But if Microsoft is currently engaged in trash talk about PS3 before the product even launches, you know that this is going to be a marketing battle royal.
My prediction: Anyone planning to get a PS3 for Christmas should order it as soon as retailers will accept pre-orders. No matter how many Sony makes, they will be sold out. Sony's pricing and marketing strategy is both burnishing their brand as the premiere gaming system and maximizing the value of their launch production runs. And since when does Microsoft think that maximizing profit is a bad thing?
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Fuudzie – new app that will serve as a platform for food suppliers and targets profitable markets – has been launched.
This app will also help caterers showcase their skills to the society.
That’s not all. It will be a digital market place for selling and ordering of processed food items as well as cooked meals, among others.
Fuudzie is the brainchild of Fuudnet Technology Limited , a technology start-up firm.
“The Nigerian food industry is growing and there is need to leverage technology to improve service delivery,” says Emmanuel Lawan, the Chief Executive Officer, Fuudnet Technology Limited.
“We have also noticed that there is a gap in the market, as the current available solutions have neglected some market segments, particularly individual food providers, the packaged food and items suppliers.
“The Fuudzie app will make this possible by bringing players in the food industry under one platform for easy access and reach, thereby creating jobs and markets, ” Lawan said.
Surely, Fuudzie will disrupt Nigeria’s growing culinary industry.


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Retailers are gearing up for what could be the biggest shopping day of the year today, heavy discounts already in place before traditional Boxing Day sales.
Big names such as Farmers, Pumpkin Patch, Kathmandu, The Warehouse, Noel Leeming and Rebel Sport are discounting by up to 60 per cent.
Paymark, which processes about 75 per cent of all electronic transactions in New Zealand, said its system traditionally peaked just after midday on Christmas Eve. However, spokesman Ben Robinson said it may come today as Christmas falls on a Sunday.
Recession fears don't seem to have dented Christmas - overall spending for the month to December 20 is up $133 million on last year to just under $3 billion. Sports equipment, appliance and home building stores' takings are up 8.4 per cent, 7.6 per cent and 6.1 per cent respectively on sales last year.
Westfield said it was adding extra customer service, wrapping and parking staff for the expected rush, and centres such as St Lukes, Albany and Manukau City were closing at midnight tonight. However, Christmas Eve shopping would end at 6pm.
Farmers yesterday discounted small appliances and women's clothing by up to 50 per cent, and toys up to 25 per cent. Pumpkin Patch halved prices, while The Warehouse had sold out of a popular Ninjago Lego set and was heavily discounting perfumes.
Rebel Sport owner Rod Duke said typical Christmas items such as cricket kits, shoes and apparel were flying out the door. He expected shoppers to get most of their gifts sorted today.
"We have an expectation that Friday will just about be the last huge day."
Mitre 10's marketing general manager, Dave Elliott, said Christmas on a Sunday was a perfect run-up as many would still be working today and would use Saturday to finish their gift lists. Barbecues and power tools were selling well.
Noel Leeming Group, which owns Bond & Bond, was tracking above the Paymark result, merchandising general manager Jason Bell said. More expensive gifts such as iPads, smartphones and gaming consoles were doing well but many would be waiting for the big discounts on whiteware and TVs on Boxing Day.
Not all retailers are booming. Outdoor store Kathmandu brought forward Boxing Day-sized discounts ranging from 20 to 60 per cent yesterday. A company statement said first-half earnings would fall as Christmas sales failed to meet expectations.
Top-selling Christmas gadgets:
* iPads start at $799
* Sony eReader $229
* Smartphones start at $139 - over $1000 for iPhones
* Tivo $299
* Xbox, PlayStation 3, from $349
* Canon EOS1000 $998
* Nespresso coffee machines start at $399
* Frog shower radio $17
* Helicopters start at $59.99
* Barbie laptop $109.99
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Roast turkey and glazed ham are what you would usually expect to see on the Christmas dining table - but it seems more and more people are opting for Kiwi barbecues.
Countdown has seen a sharp increase in the sales of barbecue or "frying" meats in the lead-up to Christmas.
Spokesman Luke Schepen said this year there had been a 30 per cent increase in beef for barbecues.
Mr Schepen said the popularity of beef could be because of the late start to summer.
Sales of traditional Christmas sauces such as apple, cranberry and mint jelly typically double at this time of the year - but tomato sauce reigns supreme and is the choice for most Kiwis, Mr Schepen said.
"Watties tomato sauce is still our biggest seller by far. A surprising entrant into our top-five selling sauces this year is the Tuimato sauce - tomato sauce with a splash of beer."


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Rabat- Moroccan dairy company Centrale Danone, part of French group Danone, said on Monday it plans to delist from the Casablanca stock exchange due to low stock liquidity.
Bourse regulator has asked the Casablanca stock exchange to suspend Central Danone shares and said it would look into its stock sale request within 15 days.
Central Danone saw revenue drop 4% in the first nine months compared to the same period last year, citing the impact of the pandemic.
The company’s profits were hit in 2018 following a consumer boycott effort over what campaigners said were unfair prices.
(Reporting by Ahmed Eljechtimi Editing by Bernadette Baum) ((email@example.com;))


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Researchers are warning a novel malware variant is targeting Linux devices, in order to add endpoints to a botnet to then be utilized in distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and cryptomining.
The malware variant, called FreakOut, has a variety of capabilities. Those include port scanning, information gathering and data packet and network sniffing. It is actively adding infected Linux devices to a botnet, and has the ability to launch DDoS and network flooding attacks, as well as cryptomining activity.
“If successfully exploited, each device infected by the FreakOut malware can be used as a remote-controlled attack platform by the threat actors behind the attack, enabling them to target other vulnerable devices to expand their network of infected machines,” said researchers with Check Point Research in a Tuesday analysis.
Exploiting Critical Flaws
FreakOut first targets Linux devices with specific products that have not been patched against various flaws.
These include a critical remote command execution flaw (CVE-2020-28188) in TerraMaster TOS (TerraMaster Operating System), a popular data storage device vendor. Versions prior to 4.2.06 are affected, while a patch will become available in 4.2.07.
Also targeted is a critical deserialization glitch (CVE-2021-3007) in Zend Framework, a popular collection of library packages that’s used for building web applications. This flaw exists in versions higher than Zend Framework 3.0.0.
“The maintainer no longer supports the Zend framework, and the lamins-http vendor released a relevant patch for this vulnerability should use 2.14.x bugfix release (patch),” researchers said.
Finally attackers target a critical deserialization of untrusted data issue (CVE-2020-7961) in Liferay Portal, a free, open-source enterprise portal, with features for developing web portals and websites. Affected are versions prior to 7.2.1 CE GA2; an update is available in Liferay Portal 7.2 CE GA2 (7.2.1) or later.
“Patches are available for all products impacted in these CVEs, and users of these products are advised to urgently check any of these devices they are using and to update and patch them to close off these vulnerabilities,” said researchers.
Researchers said that after exploiting one of these critical flaws, attackers then upload an obfuscated Python script called out.py, downloaded from the site https://gxbrowser[.]net.
“After the script is downloaded and given permissions (using the ‘chmod’ command), the attacker tries to run it using Python 2,” they said. “Python 2 reached EOL (end-of-life) last year, meaning the attacker assumes the victim’s device has this deprecated product installed.”
This script has varying capabilities, including a port scanning feature, the ability to collect system fingerprints (such as device addresses and memory information), creating and sending packets and brute-force abilities using hard-coded credentials to infect other network devices.
According to a deep dive of the attackers’ main command and control (C2) server, an estimated 185 devices have been hacked thus far.
Researchers said that between Jan. 8 and Jan. 13 they observed 380 (blocked) attack attempts against customers. Most of these attempts were in North America and Western Europe, with the most targeted industries being finance, government and healthcare organizations.
To protect against FreakOut, researchers recommend Linux device users that utilize TerraMaster TOS, Zend Framework or Liferay Portal make sure they have deployed all patches.
“We strongly recommend users check and patch their servers and Linux devices in order to prevent the exploitation of such vulnerabilities by FreakOut,” they said.
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Starbucks in Hong Kong enforcing mandatory physical distancing
With 17 years behind us, SARS should have been a distant memory.
However, back in 2003 Hong Kong was the epicentre of the outbreak, much like Wuhan for COVID-19. So when Hong Kong had the first confirmed case of this new SARS like Coronavirus on 22 January, it was no surprise that memory of SARS came back for most Hong Kong residents.
There was an immediate rush for surgical masks, hand sanitisers, rice and toilet paper. There was no “shelter at home” requirement but most people broke from traditional Chinese New Year practice of visiting friends and families during the annual festivity and generally stayed home.
Still reeling from the anti-China social unrest that had just started to ease at the end of 2019, the Hong Kong Government again came under pressure to seal the border with China to stem the inflow of visitors. A local union of medical service workers even went on a limited strike to put pressure on the Government.
The border was essentially closed by early February and work-from-home was introduced for all non-emergency public servants after the Chinese New Year holiday. The Government also encouraged private companies to follow suit.
Despite the criticism of the initial response, the Government seemed to have the outbreak under control with the total number of confirmed cases in Hong Kong kept to fewer than 100 at the end of February. Government employees returned to office on 2 March and life seemed to slowly return to normal with people generally feeling that Hong Kong had avoided any community-wide outbreak.
But the sense of ease was short lived. With the influx of local and foreign residents from US and Europe in early March, the number of confirmed cases increased 7-fold in a month. As a result, Government and the private sector resumed work-from-home for most employees in mid-March.
More stringent measures including the closing of many private businesses such as health clubs, beauty parlours and bars were gradually introduced. Public gatherings are now forbidden.
With most of the new cases traceable to recently returned residents and their close contacts, there is still a resilient sense of normalcy among local residents. People are getting used to working from home while fighting for a quiet “Zoom space” in their notoriously small flats with their children taking classes online.
Neighbourhood cafes are becoming crowded co-working space for those seeking a change of scenery. At local grocery stores and wet markets, it is still a common sight to see people shopping for fresh meat and produce while dutifully wearing their surgical face masks. And with typical weekend city dweller destinations like cinemas and malls either closed or shunned, more are taking up the healthier option of hiking along the many mountain trails, with some popular ones becoming jammed with face mask clad hiking novices.
Back in 2003, unemployment in Hong Kong reached a trough of 5% at the height of SARS. With COVID-19 having a much more devastating impact globally, the economic pain is likely to be deeper and longer lasting.
There remains hope that Hong Kong, together with other East Asian nations and territories such as China, Korea and Taiwan, could avoid the fate of US and Europe with the current wave of outbreak and, thus, look towards mending the economic pain soon. It wouldn’t hurt for the novice hikers to soon be able to return to the comfort of air conditioned shopping malls and cinemas when the summer months arrive.


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The story of Phidisk, from the founder himself!
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We got the opportunity to interview Kendrick Hung, the founder of Phidisk Sdn. Bhd. Phidisk is a local SSD brand that is making headway internationally in the ASEAN region as well as Italy and Japan.


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Honda motorcycles are behind no less than five teams in this season’s British Superbike Championship with Australian Glen Richards of Team WFR Honda leading the way for Honda riders after four rounds.
Based in Yorkshire, the WFR Honda team race on CBR1000RR Fireblades. The team are new this season to the BSB Evo Championship and have got off to a flying start. Graeme Gowland, who made his Superbike debut in 2009, is the other WFR Honda team rider while Alex Lowes left the team in May after failing to agree on a new contract.
WFR Honda were formed from the Embassy Racing squad who were so successful in previous Supersport and Superstock 1000 Championships. While riding for the Embassy Racing Team Glen Richards won back to back championships in 2007 and 2008 and now, along with his new WFR Honda Team is keen to impress in the British Superbike championship.
But Honda does not only excel in superbike racing. Along with its full range of motor cars it is also known for other vehicles from lawn mowers to quad bikes; and they are not just used for racing!
Philippa is a farmer in Oxfordshire and uses her Honda ATV to tend to a herd alpacas! A far cry from racing around a track but it is the first of four new film shorts to be shown as part of the ongoing Honda television sponsorship of Channel 4 documentaries during 2011.
The new mini-documentaries each focus on a real-life Honda owner who put their Honda vehicle to more obscure uses.
Each of the short films is like a mini-documentary created by Hollie Newton at Wieden + Kennedy (W+K) and includes a unique website link relating to its story allowing viewers to see extra content online.
Honda will also be using social media with Facebook and Twitter campaigns to accompany the TV sponsorship deal linking to an online hub at www.honda.co.uk/stories where the videos will be available in full along with articles and other interesting stories. There is also a competition in the ‘Take Part’ section of the website, where Honda owners can upload their own stories and photographs, explaining the unusual ways in which they use their own Honda products.
Honda will continue to use the strap line ‘Documentaries on 4, sponsored by Honda’ throughout 2011 for these new films, which were first aired last week during the Cutting Edge documentary, ‘Bums, Boobs and Botox’.


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The growl of landscaper equipment outside and the hum of power tools inside attest to the preparations moving into final stages for the June 26 opening of the new King Soopers store at West Belleview Avenue and South Federal Boulevard.
“Everyone is working hard to have everything ready for the grand opening,” Jeri Dayton, assistant manager of the new store, said in a June 10 interview. “Things are coming together and, starting today, we have crews beginning to put groceries on shelves.”
A King Soopers has occupied the Belleview/Federal location since the 1960s. There were some upgrades and remodeling done, but the store was too small, so the decision was made in 2012 to demolish the building and replace it with a large, modern facility.
King Soopers first had to negotiate leases to be able to demolish the small stores in the shopping center surrounding the supermarket. When that was done, demolition was begun on the $17 million project that will double the size of the grocery store and will include a drive-through pharmacy and a service station.
“We will be open 24 hours a day and will have a total staff of about 175, and about a third of those are new positions,” Dayton said. “We held a job fair on May 27 to hire our new people.”
She said there will be a Starbucks inside the new King Soopers, plus there will be a larger selection of non-food items like toys and tabletop appliances. She also said there will be a wide selection of specialty meats and cheeses.
“This will be more of a market concept where a customer can buy most of the food and other items needed for the home,” Dayton said.
The store will open for business at 6 a.m. June 26 and it will be a 24-hour location. A ribbon-cutting and celebration is scheduled about 9 a.m. on opening day.


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Around 2,000 couples who held wedding lists with the online service could lose their presents.
The eight-year-old company blamed HSBC (which recently announced it has been hit by £5.14bn of problem loans and losses from credit investments) for withholding its credit and debit card income, leaving it with a cash crisis.
In an email to customers, Wrapit’s managing director Peter Gelardi wrote: “HSBC now have it within their power to minimise the pain caused to 2,000 couples (and, probably, 100,000 of their guests) and ensure that no Wrapit customer loses any money. As things stand, they will not take it.”
Diamond’s online wedding service offered more than 30,000 products from 350 brand names. However, the company was perpetually stuck in the red, posting losses of £600,000 in both 2005 and 2006.


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Appliance retailers and vendors who didn’t get their fill of Las Vegas during CES 2016 will get another go at it this week as the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS) begin a three-day run at the city’s convention center.
For the third consecutive year the events are being held concurrently in what has been dubbed Design & Construction Week, which was devised to bring exhibitors and attendees back to the shows following the housing market collapse.
The tactic worked, and the combined conventions remain the bedrock of the building, decorating and home improvement industries, and have once again become a premier showcase for the major appliance business. The event, however, continues to vie with CES as a major platform for white-goods intros, particularly as majap and connected technologies increasingly converge.
The partnership has been extended through 2020, with both events moving to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., for the next two years and returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center in 2019.
This week’s lineup includes nearly four dozen white-goods makers including AGA Marvel, BSH, Electrolux, GE, Bertazzoni, Liebherr, Perlick, Smeg, U-Line, Whirlpool and Viking.
The show runs today through Jan. 21; watch for a complete rundown of the latest and greatest appliance premieres in the print and web pages of TWICE.


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Domecq toasts profits gain
DRINKS giant Allied Domecq today shrugged off its disappointment at losing the battle for winemaker Peter Lehmann by uncorking full-year profits at the top end of City expectations.
The company, whose brands include Ballantine's whisky and Beefeater gin, posted pre-tax profits of £495m for the 12 months to 31 August, 3% ahead despite tough markets and higher pension costs.
The results come a week after the group conceded defeat in the fight for Peter Lehmann. The Australian firm rejected Domecq's £62m offer in favour of a bid by Swiss group Hess.
Chief executive Philip Bowman said the profits growth showed its resilience and the benefits of a strategy to shake up its spirits and wine portfolio.
The company has spent more than £1bn in recent years on deals that have transformed its wine business, taking in New Zealand's leading wine company Montana and the Perrier Jouet/Mumm champagne brands.
Bowman said: 'We have delivered increased profits, strong brand growth and excellent cash generation across the business after dealing with the pension and foreign exchange issues we reported in the first half.
'Early indications are that the 2004 financial year has started well and we are on track to meet expectations.'
Underlying sales volumes across the core brands rose 5% with Canadian Club up by 9% on market share gains in the US. Acquisitions lifted premium wine volumes by 18%.
Shareholders will receive a total dividend of 14p, against 13p last year.
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“The rumored 4-inch iPhone would absolutely need to take Live Photos for me to even consider giving it a serious test run,” Zac Hall writes for 9to5Mac. “I’ve taken enough really good Live Photos — full resolution still images with brief motion and sound captured as well — on my iPhone 6s Plus that it’s one feature I wouldn’t trade.”
“Then on Friday we had Mark Gurman’s reporting that Apple was planning Live Photos, an iPhone 6s feature, for the expected 4-inch iPhone 5se (which likely won’t be called 6c),” Hall writes. “Today that reporting was followed up with the possibility that the iPhone 5se could have the same processor and co-processor as the iPhone 6s, albeit with fewer pixels to push with a smaller display.”
“Suddenly the iPhone 5se is sounding less like last year’s hardware recycled and more like a serious 4-inch phone to consider,” Hall writes. “But who is the iPhone 5se for and is it really worth considering if you’re like me and run to the latest and greatest hardware? …The easiest answer to the question over who the iPhone 5se is for is people who prefer smaller displays.”
Read more in the full article here.
MacDailyNews Take: Nope. There’s not enough meh in the universe to express how we feel about this one. The iPhone 5se is simply not for us.
If they’re going to make a 4-inch iPhone, it should be on par (as much as possible) with the flagship iPhones – same processor, same amount of RAM, same storage options, very similar camera capabilities, etc. In other words, a high-margin premium device designed specifically for premium customers who are looking for a world-class 4-inch smartphone. Still:
“In general, the only people who still think they want a 4-inch iPhone are those who do not yet own a 4.7-inch iPhone 6 or 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus.” — MacDailyNews Take, December 5, 2014
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Facebook earns 10% of its revenue from China. That's about $5 billion.
And yet China blocks Facebook from its citizens.
The reason Facebook receives that much income from China has nothing to do with its Facebook users. It has everything to do with Chinese businesses using Facebook to sell their products. Chinese businesses spend more on Facebook advertising than every other country in the world, with the exception of American businesses.
According to Pivotal research analyst Brian Wieser, China will increase ad spend on Facebook for the foreseeable future. This could mean that U.S.-based marketers will face increasing competition for both ad space and services or products.
Use FB to reach new markets
"Everyone has been looking at the China opportunity the wrong way," Wieser tells Ad Age. "I think most observers have looked at the opportunity from China in context of a media owner offering services to consumers in the country and then selling ads to advertisers within China to target local users."
"We are seeing a lot of Chinese brands trying to enter markets outside of [China], for example, phones, as well as gaming apps, and especially e-commerce."


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Strauss Troy announces that Attorney Chris McDowell has joined the firm.
As businesses wrap-up the year and celebrate the holidays, owners may not be thinking too much about 2015. But, there’s a Grinch lurking that may try to steal your joy and put a kink in your works. Government investigations and employee lawsuits are on the rise for wage and hour violations. Small and mid-sized businesses …Read More
Three Strauss Troy Attorneys will present at upcoming National Business Institute (NBI) seminars.
Strauss Troy honored our region’s fastest growing companies as title sponsor of the 2014 Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Emerging 30 awards ceremony held at the METS Center on October 23.
Strauss Troy announces that attorneys Corey Hamilton and Theresa Nelson have joined the firm.
Strauss Troy is committed to the growth and success of businesses in our community. As title sponsor of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s annual Emerging 30 awards, Strauss Troy is proud to honor our region’s fastest growing companies. Join us for a celebration of these top 30 local businesses at an awards ceremony, which will be held on Thursday, October 23 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the METS Center.
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According to Alison Frankel reporting for Reuters, there were at least two reasons why U.S. Supreme Court watchers were paying attention to a petition for review by Jack Kirby’s heirs. The first is obvious: Kirby was a legendary comic-book artist and writer who had a big role in the creation of the X-Men, Thor, the Hulk and the Fantastic Four – enduring characters that continue to generate big returns for Marvel Entertainment and its parent, the Walt Disney Company.
Strauss Troy Co-Chairman James Heldman recently presented the fundamentals of Franchise Law at the Cincinnati Bar Association’s “Brown Bag – Learn During Lunch” series. The series is planned and hosted by the Cincinnati Bar Association’s Young Lawyers’ Section and consists of year-round one-hour programs. His presentation included a summary of federal franchising regulations as well …Read More
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Blooming Prairie, MN, March 2014 – To keep you up-to-date on the latest news and announcements while strengthening its online presenceMinimizer has launched an enhanced social media campaign. Historically, Minimizer has maintained a strong presence on Facebook, Twitter andYouTube as well as monthly press releases. The Company has now added Google Plus and blogging to its social media arsenal.
“We recognize how critical our online community is to our success,” said Minimizer CEO and Chief Visionary, Craig Kruckeberg. “Adding Google Plus and content driven weekly blogging will help us attract more traffic to our website and more interaction with our customer and distributor networks.”
Minimizer recently reached the 500 “likes” benchmark on Facebook. The company has also been consistently adding video content to its YouTube channel. Recent video additions include new product launches such as Floor Mats and Tire Mask, a feature on spray suppression, and multi language installation videos.
“We have also rearranged our video content to be more user-friendly,” continued Kruckeberg. “The user interface is much easier segmented by products, instructional and media categories.”
Minimizer invites you to join their online community to interact with others and the Minimizer team. The new channels are a convenient way to stay connected and up-to-date on the heavy-duty industry, receive product launch pushes from Minimizer and receive the latest information on Minimizer products.
Leveraging 30 years of manufacturing expertise at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Minimizer delivers fenders, bracket kits, the NEW Tire Mask, floor mats and accessories that will enhance the performance of all makes and models of over the road trucks, construction vehicles, or agriculture equipment.
Minimizer has been family owned and operated for three generations. The Company manufactures its products in the USA and makes everything tough enough to please tough people in a tough industry.
Protect your vehicle with Minimizer products. The toughness is unmatched as seen on this Minimizer promotional video entitled “Proving Grounds.”
To order Minimizer heavy-duty products find a distributor by clicking here. Minimizer poly fenders and related products are available exclusively through Minimizer distributors.


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He leaves the position only four months after taking up the post.
Ron Henwood, the former Channel 4 new business director who launched 4oD, will step in on an interim basis until a full time replacement is found. He will be supported by Mark Kortekaas, chief technology officer, and Christine Mullin, chief financial officer. Henwood is currently the lead regulatory adviser for Kangaroo.
Highfield left his former role as BBC director of future media and technology to start as Kangaroo's chief executive on 1 July this year.
The project was meant to launch in the latter half of this year but has been mothballed by regulatory examination until at least the middle of 2009 through a Competition Commission probe.
At Microsoft Highfield will be in charge of Consumer and Online, a new global organisation that brings together consumer facing products and services across PC, mobile and internet platforms.
He will also be responsible for driving sales, marketing, content and programming, business development, partner efforts and operations for Windows, Windows Mobile, Windows Live, MSN, Live Search and Microsoft Advertising.
In a statement, Ben McOwen Wilson, chairman of Project Kangaroo, said: "We would like to thank Ashley for leading Project Kangaroo through a crucial stage in its development, and we wish him well for the future. In Rod, Mark and Christine we are confident that we have a management team of strength and depth that can deliver an outstanding product for UK consumers and advertisers and will continue the ongoing priority of working with the Competition Commission through its process."
Highfield said: "It has been a great pleasure and challenge to take Project Kangaroo to the next stage of its journey. It is something I believe passionately in and I will remain a great ambassador for the project from afar as it continues on the road to become a brilliant proposition for consumers in this exciting market. However I was presented with an amazing opportunity which I couldn't turn down, and I am looking forward to embarking on my new challenge, while wishing everyone at the project continued success."


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Some 250,000 children a year get a CT scan after a head injury. Often it’s parents who are pushing for the test. But CT scans deliver high doses of radiation and Consumer Reports says in many cases they’re not necessary.
We spend a small fortune on cold medicines. But many of the treatments aren’t worth taking and can have side effects. Consumer Reports tells you what not to do as well as the best what's best to treat that cold.
2015 has barely started, but what’s happened to all those New Year’s resolutions? Consumer Reports' exercise equipment testers offer creative routines to keep your treadmill and elliptical from gathering dust.
Calcium and protein claims make string cheese, yogurt and other dairy products look so good for you. But if you’re still trying to work off your holiday bulge and cut back on sodium, Consume Reports says beware of the dairy case.


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Microsoft may be behind Apple and Google in terms of apps submitted per day, though the company announced that the Windows Store across its desktop and mobile operating systems broke 1,000 apps.
With Windows Phone 8 bringing simultaneous app development across the flagship operating systems, we’re have reason to be hopefuly.
Yeah, Skype for Windows Phone 8 is arriving
If you’re worried about Microsoft’s operating systems not getting the developer support, the company is keen to say that isn’t the case. It announced the Windows Store, covering Windows 8 even though it isn’t publicly available, broke 1,000 apps.
The version of Windows 8 signals the operating system is finished temporarily. It is being rolled out this month, accompanying release in August, to partners including IT organizations and developers notable. If you’re a TechNet subscribers you can also get your hand on the build, and you’ll be paying around $120 for basically Microsoft’s products. IT’s good value if you’re going to get the use.
Microsoft released the release to manufacturing (RTM) build last month, signalling the operating system is now available to developers and IT organizations notably IT’s not being rolled out to the public until October, though if you’re a TechNet subscriber you can pay around $120 a year for basically all of Microsoft’s program and the crucial RTM build of Windows 8. IT’s good value for money if you get regular use of of Microsoft’s programs.
Get Ready For Support – Desktop Apps And Modern UI Apps
Exactly 1,004 are available in the Windows Store; desktop apps and Modern UI apps are available from the store and included in the findings, so Microsoft isn’t fragmenting the operating system by offering two types of apps. Of course the experience will be different, though that’s a different discussion.
Windows 8 launches October 26 so we’re still waiting on how the operating system perosm when it releases. Microsoft is pushing developer support for Winodws hard. It wants developer to be behind Modern UI, considering it’s revolutionary move away from the classic Windows experien — the experience you’ll still find in the desktop environment of Windows 8. Personally, I’ll be embracing Metro and see how Microsoft refines the operating system throughout its life. I’m betting support won’t be going away anytime soon; in fact, I’ll bank on it.


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Dubai, UAE, 21 June 2018: The Dubai College of Tourism, part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) hosted a workshop on customer service for all the young volunteers of Modhesh World, with training on how to provide the best service to visitors to the edutainment destination.
Mariam Al Maeeni, Director, Industry Nationalisation, Dubai College of Tourism, said: “At Dubai College of Tourism, we strive to attract young members of society who have a desire to volunteer and be part of Dubai Tourism’s numerous events throughout the year. There is currently a specific focus on youth, who are given top priority by the College as it seeks to enhance their presence in Dubai’s tourism workforce spanning hospitality, retail and entertainment. We have, therefore, been working to ......read more
Shop for AED 200 at one of 17 participating malls from the Dubai Shopping Malls Group and get a chance to win Infiniti Q50 every week
Participation for the campaign commences on 22 June – 4 August ,2018 with the draws held during the 6 weekends of Dubai Summer Surprises
Dubai, 18 June UAE: With shoppers gearing up for the 21st edition of Dubai Summer Surprises, Dubai Shopping Malls Group (DSMG) is assured to surprise and the elevate the shopping experience this summer season. Under the patronage of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), 17 Malls across Dubai will host the ‘Shop & Win Dream Drive’ campaign that offers six sleek Infiniti Q50 cars to be won.
Commencing on June 22, shoppers can participate with a minimum purchase of AED 200 at any of the participating malls. ......read more
Bargain hunters to benefit from massive discounts at more than 1500 stores across 15 malls
Abu Dhabi, UAE –14 June 2018: Abu Dhabi residents and visitors will be treated to a 24-hour mall mega sale this weekend, as the Emirate’s retailers are expected to drop prices by as much as 90 per cent during this city-wide event. Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Economic Development (DED), the sale will kick off tomorrow (Friday, June 15th) at 10am and run until 10am on Saturday, June 16th, marking an extra unmatched special start to Eid Fest celebrations at over 1500 outlets.
This year, 15 malls will be participating in this unique super sale including World Trade Centre (WTC) Mall, Al Jimi Mall, Dalma Mall, Hili Mall, ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 13, 2018: Visitors to Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, is set to have a memorable make Eid Al Fitr as the destination offers a variety of entertainment, deals and offers across the Mall and Hotels.
Dubai Festival City Mall
Dubai Festival City Mall (DFCM) is celebrating the joy of Eid Al Fitr with two extravagant musical firework displays on the evening of Friday*, 15th June 2018. Shoppers are encouraged to visit the Mall with friends and families to catch the fireworks as well as experience “The Walking Box” entertainment which will take place over four days.
Shoppers at DFCM can still experience the Disney “Magical Wishing Well” and enjoy the IMAGINE shows every hour after sunset.
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Dubai, UAE, June 13, 2018: It’s that time of the year when festivity is in full swing, families celebrate, feast and children look forward to the excitement of receiving Eidiya. This Eid Al-Fitr, Emaar Entertainment is bringing a host of exciting activities and entertainment for the whole family starting from June 14.
Each Emaar Entertainment leisure attraction has something different in store to celebrate the occasion.
KidZania® Dubai will host a special Eid market for all the guests to explore and indulge in some festive shopping. The plaza will be decorated in an Eid theme with beautiful Eid colors and guests can avail upto 50% discount on Arabic items from the Souk.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo will be running a special UAE resident offer with a standard ticket available for AED 90 ......read more
24-hour Mega Sale held in association with the Department of Economic Development of Abu Dhabi
Exciting programme of celebrations taking place across Yas Island during Eid Al Fitr
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 12 June 2018: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) in association with the Department of Economic Development of Abu Dhabi (DED) has announced a 24-hour mall mega sale, featuring discounts of up to 90 per cent, as part of this year’s Eid Fest celebrations. With more than 1500 stores involved, the sale will kick off at 10am on Friday, June 15th and run until 10am on Saturday, June 16th bringing families and friends from across the region and beyond to Abu Dhabi to celebrate this special occasion.
Inspired by the runaway success of last year’s Mega Sale at Yas Mall, 15 ......read more
Dubai, UAE, June 10, 2018: In the esteemed presence of His Excellency Sheikh Fahim Al Qasimi, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) showcased its newest cohort in front of leading investors, key opinion leaders and heads of government entities, and announced the winner of the $50,000 Accelerator Program Grant at a Ramadan majlis, earlier this week.
The grant was awarded to Solva Technologies, a tech startup offering an environmentally-friendly solution to fleet owners using fully electric motorbikes modified with proprietary technology.
Following the completion of an accelerator program that helps early stage, high-growth startups scale their business through intensive workshops and mentorship, ten startups shared the stage to introduce their products and services for an aptly titled ‘Showcase Day’ ......read more
Citywide shopping experience will give shoppers discounts for 24-hours of up to 90% across seven malls to mark the first day of Eid
Abu Dhabi Summer Season to take place from June 21- August 18,
ADSS offers unique line-up of promotions across malls, attractions and hotels as well as entertainment for all the family
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 5 June 2018: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced details of both the upcoming Eid Fest celebrations and the annual Abu Dhabi Summer Season; two marquee events for the emirate which aim to attract more overseas visitors to the UAE capital and to thrill and delight all-comers. Both events have been geared to provide both visitors and residents, especially families and bargain hunters, with something to get excited about, ......read more
June 4, 2018, Dubai, UAE: The elite of world squash are back in Dubai this week to battle it out for one of the most prestigious and fiercely contested titles in the sport, the season-ending PSA Dubai World Series Finals, which will take place at the Emirates Golf Club from 5-9 June.
Only the eight top-ranked players from the PSA Road to Dubai Standings have earned a place at the prestigious tournament, which offers a US$160,000 prize pool for both men and women. To qualify for Dubai the players had to amass points from PSA World Series tournaments held around the world in the 2017-18 season, and today the players, distinguished guests and media gathered at the pre-event Press Conference.
The Press Conference was attended by PSA Chairman Ziad Al Turki; H.E. Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council and ......read more
17th edition of International Conference on Space Operations (SpaceOps) 2022 in Dubai will gather leading technologists, scientists, research institutions and operators from the worldwide space industry
MBRSC currently participating in 15th SpaceOps taking place in Marseille, France
Dubai Attracts Premier Global Space Conference Events – both International Aeronautical Congress (IAC) 2020 and SpaceOps 2022 Conferences to Take Place in UAE as the country develops as a global space industry hub
Dubai, 31 May 2018: The UAE has won its bid to host the International Conference on Space Operations (SpaceOps) 2022 as it is set to develop as a key hub for the global space industry, the Director General of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced. The goal to develop the UAE’s ......read more
Zenofer Fathima champions special needs kids to build high self-esteem, took them to the runway for ‘Walk of Confidence’ show
Dubai, UAE, May 13, 2018: With the Holy Month of Ramadan just around the corner, the true spirit of compassion came alive at the just concluded Sambhavana festival, a week-long series of events in Dubai aimed at promoting inclusion for children of determination. The festival, with Her Highness Sheikha Hend Al Qassemi as chief guest, was organized by Eduscan and was held in support of the Year of Zayed initiative, which focuses on tolerance and charity as among its key values.
Sambhavana, in keeping with its core objective of empowering special needs children by nurturing their self-esteem, featured a fashion show as main highlight and was participated in by Zen Productions CEO ......read more
Al Ain, May 12, 20018- The UAE Shooting and Archery Federation will inaugurate on Friday morning the “Year of Zayed Shotgun Championship 2018 Championship”. The official training of the clay pigeon shooters from towers (Skeet) will be held in Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club, while the tournament that is attracting 40 competitors, and is representing various clubs and sports bodies, it will last until 14 May.
The championship is considered a very important event as the first activity on the current agenda of the new federation, which extends until 2020 in the clay pigeon shooting that represents the achievements mine for the UAE shooting sport. In addition, this tournament will bear the name of the UAE inspiring leader, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The championship will usher the beginning of ......read more
Exhibition centre to be operated by Dubai World Trade Centre
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 2, 2018: Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investments company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary and leading district cooling service provider Emirates District Cooling [Emicool] has been awarded the contract for a district cooling plant serving the Expo Village, Dubai South Mall and the new Conference and Exhibition Centre at the Expo site.
The district cooling plant, currently under fast track construction staging, will have an ultimate capacity of 60,000 Tonnes of Refrigeration [TR] and will deliver the 1st phase of chilled water effective May 2019. This includes 48,000 TR of mechanical chillers and 12,000 Thermal Energy Storage [TES].
The ......read more
April 30, 2018 - Dubai, UAE: The holistic events agency, Plan b achieves the Guinness World Records title for creating the Most People In A Photo Cut-out Board Picture which was unveiled and showcased at the Middle East Special Event and Exhibition 2018: Awards(MESE) that puts a spotlight and sets it centre-stage in the Events and Exhibition industry.
The Guinness World Records certificate was presented to Harmeek Singh, Chairman and Founder of Plan b by Samer Khallouf, The Head of Records Management in MENA - Guinness World Records (GWR) on Monday, 23rd April 2018, in the presence of leading conglomerates of the events industry at the annual MESE Awards held at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.
Plan b, the eight-entity strong group of companies specialized in events, advertising, strategic and experiential marketing, achieved the unique ......read more
Positive outlook for German tourism
Dubai, 30 April 2018: The German National Tourist Board (GNTB), together with over 20 leading German tourism partners concluded a successful appearance at the Arabian Travel Market 2018, the key travel trade exhibition in the region held at the Dubai World Trade Center from 22-25 April.
For four days, visitors to the German National Tourist Board’s stand met representatives of a broad selection of tourism enterprises and regions such as the State Tourist Board Baden-Württemberg and the Black Forest Highlands, the great cities of Cologne, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Hannover and the scenic Wiesbaden in Hesse. The participants hailed from various sectors including luxurious hotels, department stores and designer outlet malls, as well as state-of-the-art hospitals and medical ......read more
Dubai, UAE; April 29, 2018: Aligning with the spirit of ‘World Day for Safety and Health at Work’ which falls every April 28, the Tristar Group held its annual Global Safety Day event to create awareness on truck driver safety and daily safety practices at work. The event was celebrated across Tristar’s offices in various countries including the UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Central African Republic, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Pakistan, and Guam.
At its Jebel Ali head office in Dubai, employees, customers and partners gathered for insightful lectures on road safety and health at work, presented by Tristar’s senior managers and representatives from ECOLAB, and WABCO vehicle control system. The speakers reiterated that road and industrial accidents are preventable if all members of the ......read more
Dubai, UAE, April 25, 2018: The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has been named the Best Arts and Cultural Event at the 2018 Middle East Special Event Awards (MESE) which were announced on the 23 April at a glittering ceremony at the Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai.
The Festival, which has just celebrated its 10th anniversary (1-10 March), is one of the leading international literary festivals and the Arab World’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word. It brings together authors, poets, thinkers and speakers from around the world and the local region in an entertaining programme with wide appeal, making books, reading and ideas accessible to all. Visitors come face to face with best-selling authors and new writers, enjoy thought-provoking panel discussions, and hear the latest views and opinions on a range of ......read more
Sharjah, 19 April 2018: Young mechanics attending a workshop on the first day of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, running until April 28 at Expo Centre Sharjah, have been learning the ropes – literally – of engineering basics.
The session, part of the ‘Engineering for Kids’ strand of the festival, explained the concepts of mechanics and its applications in everyday life, helping them to understand the workings of simple machines.
Managing the workshop, Ibrahim Tamim, Robotics Engineer at Dubai’s Fun Robotics – A Mind Fitness Club, said the children are ready, willing and more than able to tackle the tasks.
“We teach a wide range of ages from six-years old right through to university using the primary basis of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. You ......read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 19 April 2018: The Art Gallery at NYU Abu Dhabi is pleased to announce a series of upcoming events for all ages as part of the public program of its current exhibition, Permanent Temporariness.
Taking place throughout the duration of the exhibition, all events are free and open to the public.
Details and registration will be on the Art Gallery website www.nyuad-artgallery.org.
Talk and book discussion with IPAF shortlisted author Walid Shurafa
The Art Gallery at NYU Abu Dhabi invites you to a talk and book discussion with IPAF shortlisted author Walid Shurafa.
Shurafa will be discussing his novel Heir of the Gravestones with Alsaad Almenhaly, editor-in-chief of National Geographic Arabic and journalist at Al-Ittihad Newspaper.
Heir of the Gravestones is a ......read more
Participation to build on steady tourism growth as delegation prepares to make key announcements and ink major agreements during the fair
Abu Dhabi, 17 April 2018: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced today that it will be participating in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, taking place between 22-25 April in the World Trade Center in Dubai.
Aligned with DCT Abu Dhabi’s promotional strategy, this participation aims to further elevate the Emirate’s profile as a leading destination of distinction and increase the number of guest arrivals.
DCT Abu Dhabi will be joined by 77 industry stakeholders including government departments, hotels, resorts, tourist attractions, leisure facilities, destination management companies, travel and holiday agents – all ......read more
Beat the hot weather and make the most of Aventura’s extended opening hours from now until the end of the season
Dubai, UAE, April 16, 2018: Calling all adrenaline junkies! If you have already experienced the action-packed Aventura Park during the day, why not make the most of the cooler nights and enjoy an exhilarating zip-line in the Ghaf tree-lined forest in Mushrif Park after dark?
At Aventura Parks, you can test your mental and physical agility whilst having fun in the great outdoors. Dubai’s first adventure park offers an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling zip lines and over 80 climbing, tree-surfing, zip-lining, rope-crossing challenges spread over 5 different levels, off the ground and in-between the trees.
By night, the excitement is taken to new heights as you ......read more
New single release – Out 13th of April World Wide trough Yellow Rhinestone Records
It’s ‘Sold To Perfection’ – a song that combines Therése’s Swedish and Lebanese heritage, and forms a Scandipop/Arabic pop hybrid. So it’s basically got the amazing melody and poptasticness of Scandinavian pop music, paired with the rhythms and flavours of Eastern pop. It’s a one listen and you like sort of affair. And it’s ALL about the chorus.
The Swedish-Lebanese singer-songwriter has enjoyed great success in the US, Europe and the Middle East. Her debut album LIVIN was released in 2006 on Theresé´s own label Future Records in collaboration with Universal Music Sweden and included the hit singles The Future (#13 in the US) and Not Easy (#1 in ......read more
Attracting a fresh wave of new investors with exceptional property financing and mortgage deals
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10th April 2018: The International Property Show (IPS), which is currently taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre and will run until 11th April, is offering exclusive bank offers via its Mega Property Sale, which features the Dubai Property Festival (DPF) launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) — the Main Partner to the event — in collaboration with Founding Partners Emaar, IPS and the Real Estate Investment Management and Promotion Center.
During the event, which is the Middle East’s biggest property sales platform for local, regional and international real estate markets, banks are offering investors and buyers exclusive deals including profit rates with margins starting from ......read more
Former Miss Russia Victoria Lopyreva, FIFA World Cup Ambassador and face of Matryoshka Festival, announces the event
City Walk to be transformed into Russian fairytale wonderland during three-day cultural fest
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 08 April 2018: City Walk, the lifestyle destination by Meraas, supported by the Russian Government through the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, will host the third edition of the Matryoshka Festival from 2 to 5 May 2018.
Miss Russia Victoria Lopyreva, FIFA World Cup 2018 Ambassador and face of the Matryoshka Festival, announced the event in the presence of Ilya Raevskiy, Vice Consul of the Russian Federation in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.
During the three-day cultural extravaganza, City Walk ......read more
Dubai, UAE, April 3, 2018: On 28th Feb 2018 Mr. Vijay Samyani, Managing Director & Founder of the group was presented with the Partners Forum Award 2018 for brands4u by HE Sami Al Qamzi, Director General of Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED) for its strategic partnership and support. The event took place at Ritz Carlton Dubai, where brands4u received the accolade. The event highlighted collaborations of excellence between Dubai’s public and private sectors. The award was accepted by Mr. Vijay Samyani, who said: “I would like to thank all our staff for their dedication to excellence and DED for the confidence they have placed in us to support trade and investment in the UAE”.“It is an honor for brands4u to be recognized by Dubai DED and we look forward to further supporting the UAE ......read more
Dubai, July 23, 2017: Prominent Asian direct selling company QNET completed the final leg of their GCC Limitless Expo at Le Merédien Hotel in Dubai.. Themed ‘QNET Carnival’, the expo propagated QNET’s concept of ‘Absolute Living’ among families and individuals by displaying a wide and exciting range of lifestyle enhancing and wellness products.
The concept ......read more
July 20, 2017: The Jeju Island Tourism Organization, South Korea has revealed a 20 per cent increase in the number of UAE tourists that have visited South Korea’s Jeju Island during the first half of 2017. The figures were presented in a special promotional event held today (Thursday July 20, 2017) at the JW Marriott Marquis in Dubai. The event was aimed towards further promoting the ......read more
July 19, 2017 - The Dubai International Coffee & Tea Festival (DICTF) Middle East’s only exhibition dedicated to coffee and tea, is set to make its grand debut in the emirate this December—throwing the spotlight on the growth of the industry that is driven exclusively by consumer demand. More than 7,000 visitors are expected to attend the event, which will be hosted for the first ......read more
“25% INDEX’s Contribution to the Event’s Industry in the UAE”
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19th of July, 2017: As a leading national company in events management, INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions, a member of INDEX Holding, have shared its yearly reports that reflect its contribution to the events sector that is witnessing a remarkable growth in the UAE. ......read more
Emaar Properties joins Middle East Cleaning Technology Week as the official ‘Knowledge Sharing Partner’
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: One of the world’s top property developers, Emaar Properties is the official ‘Knowledge Sharing Partner’ at this year’s Middle East Cleaning Technology Week (MECTW). As part of this partnership, Emaar will share best practices ......read more
UAE, July 16, 2017- Cerner Middle East & Africa celebrated the sixth edition of its annual Achievement and Innovation Awards by recognizing clients across the Middle East for their most rewarding health care technology adoptions across five categories.
Cerner created the Achievement and Innovation Awards to honor clients that have effectively increased quality and value for their ......read more
Dubai born NRI - Simran Vedvyas Makes Every Moment Count Change through her work & action recognized
Dubai, UAE, July 15, 2017: NRI of the Year Awards - A Prestigious Award for Global Indians #YouDeserve
Times Now, ICICI Bank and GIIS presented; the fourth edition of the prestigious NRI of the Year Awards 2017 at Hotel Grand Hyatt Mumbai, felicitating select Global Indians with ......read more
Technological solutions for better quality of life in cities
Bosch vision for urban mobility: zero emissions, zero stress, zero accidents
Already 14 beacon smart-city projects worldwide
Bosch Mobility Solutions growing three times faster than the market in 2017
Dubai, UAE, July 11, 2017: Bosch is becoming a provider of mobility services for conurbations. In the future, ......read more
World Population Day Comment:
Key to Ensuring that the Middle East Thrives in a near 10-billion People Planet is to Continually Rethink Our Cities
The UN recently upgraded its global population forecast to 9.8 billion by 2050 with sub-Saharan Africa accounting for much of the world’s population growth between now and then. Commenting on the regional implications of a near 10 ......read more
An indoor cultural market and exhibition ‘Summer Bazaar’ opens its gates for all shoppers at Dubai World Trade Centre
The entry is free of charge with great deals and bargains on shopping
Summer Bazaar runs parallel with Modhesh World and Truckers DXB in Hall #7
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 10, 2017: Presenting a ‘cultural market’, Summer ......read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 05 July 2017: Bringing Abu Dhabi Summer Season 2017 to a roaring kick-off, two Mobile Roadshows celebrating the 14th edition of The FIFA Club World Cup will take place at Bawadi Mall in Al Ain from the 6th of July to 8th of July and return from the 3rd of August to 5th of August.
Organised by Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi), in partnership ......read more
Play in the largest Confetti Dome of its kind and shop for a chance to win AED 1 million worth of prizes including a new 2017 Lexus RC F
Dubai, UAE, 2 July 2017: Dubai Festival City is hosting its biggest Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) yet, giving thousands of visitors the chance to win AED 1 million worth of prizes. From 1st July until 12th August, shoppers that spend AED 250 or more get ......read more
Held from July 6th to September 4th, 2017, Summer Bazaar ’17 is an indoor cultural market and exhibition for shoppers to beat the heat this season
The entry will be free of charge with great deals and bargains on shopping
Summer Bazaar runs parallel with Modhesh World and Truckers DXB in Hall #7 at the World Trade Centre, Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July ......read more
Photo Credits to: Getty Images for Michael Kors
Dubai, UAE, July 1, 2017: Michael Kors is pleased to announce that the following women wore Michael Kors to celebrate the opening of Tatler’s “English Roses 2017” exhibition on Thursday, June 29, 2017, in London, UK.
Jourdan Dunn wore a black silk-georgette blouse and plongé pleated trousers from the Fall 2017 ......read more
Sharjah ,1 July 2017: The Sharjah Summer campaign, due to last the whole summer season, kick started during the Eid holidays for the first time in Sharjah.
The Sharjah Summer campaign's details began to unfold on June 27, 2017, displaying a huge package of diverse activities and entertainment events that target children and families, along with exclusive promotions offered by ......read more
Youngsters invited to enjoy two months of interactive indoor activities at IKEA over the summer holiday
Dubai, 27 June 2017: IKEA, the Swedish home furnishing retailer, has announced its plans for children across the UAE keeping them busy and entertained over the summer holidays. IKEA will be hosting the IKEA Summer Academy – a series of different indoor workshops for children aged ......read more
Dubai Festival City marks the Official Opening of Dubai Summer Surprises 2017
Dubai, UAE, 27 June 2017: To officially launch Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), Dubai Festival City in partnership with Dubai Tourism is hosting a free concert on Saturday July 1st, with Iraqi superstar, singer and composer, Waleed Al Shami. Shoppers will have the chance to see Waleed ignite Festival Square ......read more
Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha are the two major festivals in Islam. Eid Al Fitr, or the 'festival of breaking fast', marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawaal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Eid al-Fitr is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide. The religious Eid is the first and only day in the month of Shawwal during ......read more
The 9th edition of the Halal Expo Dubai that takes place from Sept 18 and 19 at Roda Al Bustan Hotel, will focus on Halal standards, services and other human health benefits
Date: June 24, 2017
More than 100 organisations are expected to participate at the 9th Halal Expo – Dubai 2017, to take place at the Roda Al Bustan Hotel from Sept 18-19, 2017.
Global ......read more
Arabic concerts by Majid Al Muhandis and Mohammed Al Shehhi
Family-oriented entertainment and activities include renowned cartoon character shows and roaming acts at malls plus Modhesh World
Chance to win fabulous prizes in retail promotions at malls across the emirate
Dubai, UAE, 21 June 2017: The Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of ......read more
Dubai, UAE, June 20, 2017: Explore astronomy, physics and chemistry as you discover the importance that science has played for time-keeping, daily prayer and navigation throughout the history of Islam.
Zone 4 on The Dubai Mall’s journey of enlightenment through the Golden Ages of Islam, the Science zone, gives children and adults alike, an insight into the world beyond the ......read more
South African rugby ace emerges on top in Sardinian Festival of Sport
Incredible weekend climaxes with charity Gala Dinner starring Pierce Brosnan and Global Gift Foundation Ambassador Pamela Anderson
Dubai, UAE, June 18, 2017: Saracens favourite Schalk Brits proved he was just as handy with a golf club as he is with the rugby ball today in Sardinia, edging out a star-studded ......read more
Dubai’s annual shopping and entertainment gala gives this amazing opportunity to visitors to participate in the record breaking competitions
June 7, 2017, Dubai, UAE: UAE residents should gear up to make or break the Guinness World Records this weekend at the popular Ramadan Night Market being held at Dubai World Trade Centre, Hall 7 and 8 from 8 pm to 2 am. Visitors to the market will ......read more
Dubai, UAE, June 7, 2017: The Ismaili Centre Dubai, in collaboration with The Embassy of Portugal and The Consulate General of Canada observed the holy month of Ramadan, a month of giving, with the message of enabling pluralism. The event, attended by over 200 dignitaries and guests of the Embassies of Portugal and Canada brought together voices from various backgrounds in hopes of ......read more
Dubai, UAE, June 06, 2017: Arab luxury world 2017, the Middle East’s leading luxury business conference, has announced the winners of its first-ever Global Student Competition, which was launched to showcase the views of the next generation on the future of the luxury, design and fashion businesses. Lama Balaghi from INSEAD Business School and Vivien So from Savannah College of Art ......read more
Middle East and Africa’s largest automotive aftermarket trade show attracts 28,839 visitors from 134 countries
Automechanika Dubai 2017, the 15th edition of the premier trade exhibition for the automotive aftermarket in the wider region, came to a close, attracting 28,839 visitors from 134 countries. Trade buyers and industry representatives were on the lookout for new suppliers, fresh ......read more
A night to remember at the elegant Palazzo Versace Hotel, Dubai.
Dubai, UAE, June 4, 2017: They say good things happen when you least expect it, and this year’s RLI Awards was just that for architecture practice, Design International.
500 guests waited in suspense at the charming Palazzo Versace Hotel, Dubai, as the winners of each category were slowly unveiled, one by ......read more
UAE, June 4, 2017– H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Director General of Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA), welcomed a delegation from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Economic Cities Authority (ECA) led by Mohanud Abdul-Mohsin Helal, Secretary General for Economic Development. The delegates aimed to gain deeper understanding of DAFZA’s two decades of successful management and ......read more
Dubai-UAE: 03 June, 2017 – The General Department of Organizations Protective Security and Emergency (OPSE) – Events Security Committee (ESC), represented by Brigadier Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Director of the General Department of OPSE at Dubai Police and Chairman of ESC, has awarded Reed Exhibitions Middle East with an appreciation plaque in recognition of the success of the ......read more
During Sharjah Book Authority’s participation at largest book fair in the United States
Sharjah Publishing City targets 950 million young people in the region
Dubai, UAE - June 03, 2017:
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has been praised by an elite group of prominent global publishing experts for his ......read more
With a variety of exhibitors, the event is expected to draw a diverse crowd of over 80,000 visitors over 10 days
Look forward to a new adventure on daily basis; test your knowledge, exercise your motor and mental skills and discover your wit in thrilling contests
Shop till you drop and avail exclusive deals and discounts to sweeten the experience
June 1, 2017; Dubai, UAE: Riding high on ......read more
Abu Dhabi, June 01, 2017 - Abu Dhabi National Takaful Co. PSC (ADNTC), the leading takaful operator in the Middle East region and one of the most progressive insurance companies in the UAE, announced its Q1 2017 results with a net profit of AED 20.1 million, showing an increase of 12% over the net profit of AED 18.1 million for the same period in 2016.
Q1 2017 results are a continuation of the ......read more
Learn healthy recipes through live cooking demos, participate in Fitness Challenges, or win through Shopaholic Sunday Treasure Hunt, all at the night souk.
Visitors can participate in Daily Themed Challenges and win exciting prizes.
May 31, 2017; Dubai, UAE: Ramadan Night Market, Dubai’s first and biggest night market during the holy month will open tomorrow loaded with a ......read more
Pioneering “Abu Azziez” campaign plays to strength of Nissan brand equity among elders in rural Saudi communities
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 30 May, 2017: An innovative advertising campaign promoting the Nissan Navara pick-up in Saudi Arabia has been recognised with an award at the Festival of Media MENA held recently in Dubai.
The campaign, delivered ......read more
9 Record breaking attempts to be made at the annual shopping gala!
Brace yourself to be part of the historical moments
May 29, 2017; Dubai, UAE: Here is an incredible chance for the residents and visitors of Dubai to create some new world records, break old ones and grab once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to inscribe their names in the Guinness Book of World Records. Get ready to put Dubai ......read more
Dubai, UAE - Sunday, May 28, 2017 — FleishmanHillard Middle East and the Sameness Project came together to run the Soles & Stories initiative to mark the firm’s 70th anniversary, which culminated in an exhibition at Gulf Photo Plus. The project featured seven domestic workers from the Philippines, Kenya and Sri Lanka, who were provided a pair of shoes to design as a ......read more
GPSSA called the insured to confirm that the specified period of pension eligibility is met before the resignation
Abu Dhabi, 27 May 2017: Mohammed Saqr Al Hammadi, Director of the Customers Happiness Department of the General Pensions & Social Security Authority (GPSSA), called the insured to confirm that the specified period of pension eligibility is met before the resignation. He ......read more
9HIJRI is a special tribute by The Dubai Mall to mark the Holy Month
Dubai, UAE, May 25, 2017: This Holy Month of Ramadan, embark on a journey of enlightenment through the Golden Ages of Islam as The Dubai Mall brings 9HIJRI, a well-curated experience highlighting the contributions of Islamic scholars and master-craftsmen.
The month-long exhibition celebrates Islam’s ......read more
Dubai, UAE 24 May 2017: Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is back for a record year from 1 July to 12 August 2017. The 20th edition will offer residents and visitors an exciting six week calendar of sales and family entertainment. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), this year’s ......read more
May 24, 2017.Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) hosted today (Wednesday, May 24, 2017) a high-level delegation from the Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD). The meeting was a part of its efforts to share its pioneering experience at the national level to position the UAE’s maritime sector at the highest levels of competitiveness, inclusiveness and ......read more
Dubai, UAE, May 22, 2017: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, this morning officially launched the 27th INDEX Design Series interiors festival and co-located Middle East Stone, now in its third year.
Joined by INDEX event director Samantha Kane-Macdonald, Yan Wang of Middle East Stone, and dmg events design portfolio ......read more
UAE, May 21, 2017- The Middle East Stone Fair will take place in the UAE from May 22 to 25, 2017, and will include a 250-sqm Brazilian pavilion featuring 15 companies. The exhibitors will showcase ornamental stones, marble and ceramics under the umbrella of the Brazilian Ornament Stones Industry Association (Abirochas) and in partnership with the Arab Brazilian Chamber of Commerce ......read more
Middle East’s largest cybersecurity event connects global IT security providers and experts with public and private sector investors, as MENA governments’ IT spend tipped to reach USD11.6 Billion in 2017
Dubai, UAE – 21 May 2017: Lieutenant General Dahi Khalfan Tamim, Head of Security for the Emirate of Dubai, today opened the 4th Gulf Information Security Expo and ......read more
UAE, May 20, 2017- H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zone Council, and H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Chairman of the World Free Zones Organization (WFZO), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at establishing a framework for cooperation in exchanging expertise and knowledge, organizing seminars and courses, and developing work in Dubai’s free ......read more
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 17 May 2017: Samsung Gulf Electronics and Fresh Del Monte announced today their partnership during an exclusive media event at Samsung’s brand shop in Dubai Media City.
The partnership is not only an exciting collaboration where the two brands come together to promote healthy living and eating, but also to spread awareness on how to reduce ......read more
Over 1,000 retail outlets set to offer mega savings for shoppers with discounts of 30 – 90 %
Dubai, UAE, 16 May 2017: Get ready for a rewarding shopping experience in Dubai at the 3-day Super Sale, a new citywide retail initiative, which kicks off on 18 May with over 1,000 outlets offering a diverse range of items from local, regional and global brands, at significantly ......read more
May 16, 2017: A high-quality facilities management (FM) practice contributes significantly to the health, safety, productivity and wellbeing of the people living in a built environment, experts at the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) said during the celebration of World FM Day on May 17, 2017. Themed ‘Enabling Positive Experiences,’ MEFMA highlighted the vital ......read more
UAE, May 16, 2017- As part of the ‘Your Health Matters’ initiative, the General Secretariat of the Supreme Legislation Committee (SLC), today May 16, 2017, organized a first-aid training workshop for its employees in cooperation with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). The initiative aims to promote health awareness as key to the SLC employees’ health, safety and overall ......read more
Fun day, every day – themed entertainment and record-breaking competitions to flavour this year’s gala
Featuring a unique shopping experience, mouth-watering culinary delights and interactive family fun
May 15, 2017; Dubai, UAE: Ramadan Night Market, Dubai’s largest night-souk held during the holy month is all set to mark its return this year with a fresh ......read more
Sterling Parfums are delighted to participate in Beauty world, the largest international trade fair for beauty products, hair, fragrances and wellbeing in the Middle East taking place from 14-16 May 2017 in Dubai.
Established in 1998, Sterling Parfums prides itself in a staggering 40 plus new launches this year. The company has been participating in this exhibition for over 10 years. ......read more


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The story of wool, from shearing to wearing, will be showcased during this year's Border Union Show.
It is just one of several new attractions at the annual event to mark the 200th anniversary of the region's biggest agricultural show.
Live demonstrations and fashion shows will explain the process that wool goes through from the farm to the coat hanger.
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Starting from last weekend, consumers in Malaysia are now able to purchase Huawei‘s flagship series, the Mate 20 at a much lower price. Applicable for all three models under the series, they have received a permanent price cut of up to RM 400.
For example, Mate 20 can now be obtained for RM 2099 instead of its previous price tag of RM 2399. The Mate 20 Pro on another hand is reduced to RM 2599 from RM 2999 and the Mate 20 X now goes for RM 2599, as opposed to RM 2899.
Another flagship model that have received price cut is the 512GB variant of P30 Pro which now goes for RM 3899 instead of RM 4399. As for the rest of the devices within the P30 series, their prices have been reduced a few weeks ago.
Nicely timed in conjunction with the on-going Huawei Carnival, the new price tag is already in effect at Huawei dealers throughout Malaysia and authorized online stores. To know more, just head on to Huawei Malaysia’s official website.


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Coinbase has joined a trade group and other groups in arguing the SEC’s case against Ripple’s XRP threatens the broader crypto industry.
The popular Crypto exchange has petitioned a federal court for permission to file a friend-of-the-court (amicus) brief in the ongoing lawsuit between the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Ripple Labs.
In doing so, Coinbase joins the Blockchain Association, an crypto industry lobbyist group, “SpendTheBits”, a crypto payment app that uses the XRP token and the lawyer John Deaton in the attempt to shore up Ripple’s case against the SEC, which filed the lawsuit against Ripple XRP at the end of 2020 alleging that Ripple Labs sold XRP as an unregistered security.
Coinbase’s filing stated “Given the absence of SEC rulemaking for the cryptocurrency industry, the question of whether the SEC has given fair notice before bringing an enforcement action against sales of one of the thousands of unique digital assets will often be highly fact-intensive, which makes it particularly ill-suited for adjudication on summary judgment,”
Coinbase also argued that the SEC has been inconsistent about its enforcement towards the crypto industry, which they argue creates “uncertainty” for companies involved in the sector. The filing added “Ripple and others have been the subject of extensive enforcement scrutiny while others – with nearly identical products or services – have apparently been subject to none.”


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Google was one of the biggest investors in Virtual Reality based technology, but over time this interest has slowly dried up. In 2019, the tech giant stopped selling its mobile-based Daydream View headset. However, that was just a start, as the release of Android 11 will cease all support for the VR platform.
In Google’s support page blog, it was announced that “The Daydream VR app is no longer supported by Google and may not work properly on some devices running Android 11 or later”. The app is no longer supported by Google. However, third-party apps that work with Daydream VR might still be available on the Play Store.
Android 11 announces the end of Daydream VR
The Daydream VR app and headset was launched in 2016 when VR on smartphones was seen as a feasible option for investment. Google released a redesigned headset in 2017 that aimed to work against rival headset Gear VR. However, the venture never took off, prompting investors to jump ship for greener pastures.
In 2019, Google’s Pixel 4 was released, which was the first occasion of Google dropping VR support. It was followed by halting the sales of its Daydream headset. However, Google hasn’t completely given up on VR technology. The Tilt Brush and Google Earth VR are still supported. But the company seems unlikely to return to the VR hardware business.
The rival technology of Augmented Reality (AR) is still being more favorable when it comes to mobile devices. Whereas VR sees itself on the edge of being completely shunned by Google. The deprecation of support for Google’s Daydream VR app and headsets came with reports surrounding new updates under works for the Live View AR feature launched last year by Google.