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Nothing Announces Smartphone Co-Creation Initiative – The Community Edition Project Nothing is inviting its Community to co-develop an ultimate version of Phone (2a) – offering creatives the chance to bring their ideas to life across hardware design, smartphone wallpapers, packaging and marketing. Fans of the brand will design, submit and vote across four stages, leading to an official Phone (2a) Community Edition being developed. London, UK, 20 March 2024 – Nothing today announced The Community Edition Project, a first-of-its-kind co-creation initiative that invites community members to design, package, customise and launch a new variant of Phone (2a). Every product that…

Sometimes, it takes a tragedy to connect with your family. That idea kicks off Open Roads, the latest indie published by Annapurna Interactive. The short narrative adventure begins with Tess, a young adult growing up in the wake of September 11, 2001, sorting through her grandmother’s belongings after she passes away. That somber process gives way to a domestic mystery that sends Tess and her mother, Opal, on a road trip to discover the family’s secret past. But it’s not just about unearthing some juicy gossip; the road trip provides a key bonding moment between mother and daughter. That heartfelt…

Someone in New Jersey overcame the odds Tuesday night and won the $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, breaking a winless streak that dated to last December. The numbers drawn were: 7, 11, 22, 29, 38 and the gold Mega Ball 4. The winning ticket was sold in New Jersey, according the the Mega Millions website. Until the latest drawing, no one had matched all six numbers and won the Mega Millions jackpot since Dec. 8. That amounted to 30 straight drawings without a big winner. It’s tough to win the Mega Millions jackpot because the odds are so long, at…

The annual general meeting (AGM) of the Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower) has approved its board of directors’ proposal to distribute cash dividends of Dh425 million (Dh0.0425 per share equivalent to 42.5 per cent of the company’s paid-up capital) to shareholders for the second half of the year 2023. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, chairman of Empower, chaired the AGM that took place on Wednesday, and was attended by Ahmad bin Shafar, chief executive officer, and members of the board of directors of Empower. The meeting reviewed the company’s performance and approved the financial statements and the auditor’s report…

Dubai Municipality has recently outlined some guidelines to ensure the safety of food deliveries, aiming to protect residents’ health. While these directives are welcomed by many, delivery riders, integral to the food delivery ecosystem, have voiced a mix of support and practical concerns regarding their implementation. Ahmed, a delivery rider affiliated with a food service provider for the last three years, welcomed the municipality’s efforts to enhance food safety standards. “As delivery riders, we understand the importance of customers receiving their meals safely and hygienically. I guess the guidelines are more of a nudge to follow the basic rules,” he…

THREE DAYS TO GRAB A DEAL IN THE GREAT ONLINE SALE Not-to-be-missed brands include Azadea, Brands for Less, Damas, Jumbo Electronics, Noon.com, Sharaf DG, Ted Baker, 6thStreet.com and many more Global and local brands will offer exclusive promotions in the three-day extravaganza Offers are available for three days only across electronics, home goods, fashion, beauty, childrenswear and more Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 March 2024: The second edition of the Great Online Sale is bringing amazing offers from favourite online retail brands to people across Dubai. From 29 to 31 March, shoppers can enjoy up to 95% mark-downs across a…

The “hero shooter” is a popular competitive multiplayer game subgenre where players control characters with powerful preset abilities rather than a customizable loadout. Although “hero” is right there in the subgenre name, and Overwatch proved how well superheroes could work with the concept, we haven’t gotten a true attempt at this style of game from Marvel or DC. Marvel Rivals is out to change that, starting with its first open alpha this May. NetEase and Marvel Entertainment unveiled Marvel Rivals on Wednesday, March 27. It’s a competitive 6v6 multiplayer game starring characters from the Marvel multiverse. Ahead of its announcement,…

The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) said that employers subject to the provisions of Federal Law No.57 of 2023 regarding pension and social security are required to register their Emirati employees within 30 days of their employment. Entities must provide the GPSSA with the names of insured Emiratis whose service periods end within 15 days. Violating this provision will result in an additional charge of Dh200 for each day delayed, multiplied by the number of insured employees working in the entity. GPSSA added, “Contribution payments are the employer’s responsibility, which is why statements, data or documents, including the…

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation off-rostered pilots of IndiGo Airlines on Wednesday and ordered a detailed investigation after an Indigo plane hit a stationary Air India Express aircraft while taxiing at Kolkata Airport. A senior DGCA official informed that both the pilots of the IndiGo A320 VT-ISS plane hit the stationary Air India Express 737 VT-TGG during a taxi in Kolkata. “We have ordered a detailed investigation into the matter and both the pilots of IndiGo airlines have been off-rostered. The ground staff will also be questioned during the investigation. Both the flights have been grounded for detailed inspection,”…

AIM Startup: Paving the Way for Startup Success Amidst Shifting Global Trends Abu Dhabi, UAE, 27 March 2024: AIM Startup, a key initiative of AIM Congress, is set to serve as a focal point for startups to capitalize on insights from 2023 and the future trends which will shape the industry in 2024. With AIM Startup, visionary tech entrepreneurs can bridge gaps in resources and investments, empowering groundbreaking ideas to thrive. Attendees can expect 1-on-1 mentorship, opportunities to win up to $60,000, and connections with industry giants. With the Startup ecosystem gaining momentum in the ongoing year, AIM Startup promises…