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‘Give me a good idea, I will sign the cheque,’ Emaar founder Mohamed Alabbar at 1 Billion Followers Summit

Mohamed Alabbar emphasises product quality, authenticity as drivers of business success DUBAI: Mohamed Alabbar, CEO of Emaar Properties, shared his bold approach to marketing, prioritising authenticity and product quality over traditional strategies. Speaking at the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2025, Alabbar captivated the audience with his session, “Why I Let Go of My Marketing Team.” […]

Sharjah Ruler approves organic honey products factory and lab

SHARJAH: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the establishment of an organic honey products factory and laboratory in the emirate’s central region. This initiative aims to position Sharjah as a leader in sustainable honey production and its derivatives. The facility will specialise in […]

Sharjah Airport celebrates record-breaking growth in passengers and cargo for 2024

SHARJAH: Sharjah International Airport achieved a major milestone in 2024, welcoming 17,101,725 passengers—a remarkable 11.4% rise from 15,356,212 in 2023. The total number of flights also grew by 9.5%, reaching 107,760 compared to 98,433 the previous year. Cargo handling surged by 38.6%, with 195,909 tonnes processed, up from 141,358 tonnes in 2023. Sea-air cargo operations […]

Los Angeles wildfire death toll rises to 24

The death toll from the wildfires in the Los Angeles area has climbed to 24, according to US authorities. At least 16 people remain missing, and authorities said that number was expected to rise. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 80 kph and […]

Advanced sediment survey launched aboard UAE’s Jaywun research vessel

ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Khalifa University have commenced the UAE’s first comprehensive modern sediment survey off Abu Dhabi’s coast aboard the state-of-the-art marine research vessel Jaywun. This ambitious mission aims to assess the impact of climate change on the Arabian Gulf’s unique marine ecosystem. Launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan […]

Dubai honours Simon Squibb with $1M ‘One Billion Award’ for social impact

DUBAI: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, awarded British content creator Simon Squibb the prestigious ‘One Billion Award’ during the 1 Billion Followers Summit. The award, valued at US$1 million, recognises impactful content creators inspiring positive social change. Held from January 11 to 13, the […]

DP World ILT20: Watch the Match, Win the Gold

Experience the excitement of DP World ILT20! Watch thrilling cricket matches and stand a chance to win gold prizes. Dubai: The DP World ILT20 is turning up the excitement for fans with a golden treat at the DP World ILT20 raffle. As part of the initiative, three lucky fans at each match take home a […]

UAE’s tech sector poised for record growth in 2025

ABU DHABI: The UAE tech sector is set for record-breaking growth in 2025, fuelled by advancements in digital innovation and widespread adoption of cutting-edge technologies. This momentum further cements the UAE as a global innovation hub and a magnet for tech enterprises. Sustainable investments in digital infrastructure and supportive policies have established the UAE as […]

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