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Spain to donate 500,000 mpox vaccine doses to Africa

MADRID: Spain will donate 500,000 doses of the mpox vaccine, or 20 percent of its stockpile, to combat an outbreak of the disease in Africa, according to reports. In a statement today, the Ministry of Health of Spain said that the country had urged the European Commission to propose that all EU member states donate […]

WHO says $87.4 million required to contain Mpox outbreak

GENEVA: Following the global emergency declaration on 14th August, WHO announced on Tuesday that it requires $87.4 million over six months, from September 2024 to February 2025, to collaborate with countries, partners, and stakeholders to stop the ongoing mpox outbreak. In its latest appeal, WHO detailed that these funds will support critical activities outlined in […]

School of Life offers engaging activities to enhance personal skills

DUBAI: The “School of Life” initiative by Dubai Culture and Arts Authority returns this September at Dubai Public Library branches, aligning with the ‘Back to School’ season. Under the theme ‘The Journey Begins Again,’ this initiative offers over 20 diverse educational workshops and interactive activities, creating a dynamic environment for participants to enhance their skills […]

11 mpox cases reported this year in Korea

SEOUL: The Republic of Korea has reported eleven cases of mpox, all of which are the less severe Clade II variant, according to health authorities this year. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) announced that the most recent case was detected this month. In response to the situation, authorities have increased border screening […]

ADIHEX 2024 to highlight UAE’s equestrian heritage

ABU DHABI: ADIHEX 2024 will showcase equestrian events, workshops, and talks to highlight UAE heritage. The Arabian Horses Society will offer discussions on the cultural, historical, and technological importance of Arabian horses, their role in hunting and falconry, and their connection to Abu Dhabi’s heritage. Equestrianism, a key part of UAE culture, symbolises social status […]

Top European and UK start-ups set for biggest showcase at Dubai’s Expand North Star in October

Expand North Star 2024, the world’s largest start-up event, will gather over 2,000 exhibiting start-ups at the Dubai Harbour, 400-plus hailing from Europe. Dubai: Expand North Star, the world’s largest start-up event, returns from 13-16 October 2024 to the iconic Dubai Harbour, featuring its biggest European and British participation ever seen. The 9th edition of […]

Shahid Kapoor joins IIFA Awards 2024, adding to star-studded lineup

IIFA Awards Triumphantly Returns To The Iconic Destination Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, For An Unprecedented Third Showcase This September 27th-29th, 2024 Abu Dhabi: Joining the star-studded elite line-up, Shahid Kapoor is poised to ignite the stage as a star performer, this year’s event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of cinematic excellence. Shahid Kapoor shared […]

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