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Dubai is set to host a dazzling showcase of artistic talent from across the globe as over 100 female artists hailing from 108 countries and spanning six continents gather for an inspiring initiative called Art Connects Women (ACW). Organised by ZeeArts Gallery under the patronage of UNESCO, the seventh edition of ACW will be held from March 5 to 8 at the One&Only Royal Mirage. Speaking on the significance of the event, ACW founder Zaahirah Muthy said, “Aligned with the spirit of International Women’s Day, Art Connects Women aims to provide optimal representation for women in the art sector while…

While some of the biggest names in road racing will be vying for glory at the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon this Saturday, thousands of UAE residents are also expected to run, with many runners likely to take part in the 10km, 5km and 2km races. Every year during the winter season, the UAE sees a sea of running enthusiasts hit the roads at the Abu Dhabi Marathon, Dubai Marathon and the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon. All three premier events attract world-class runners from across the world, especially the very best ones from Africa, the biggest factory of champion…

Contributing to Dubai’s cultural scene through corporate patronage: A.R.M. Holding Announces New Initiatives and Expanded Support for the City’s Cultural Vision The fourth and largest edition of the A.R.M. Holding Children’s Programme, the UAE’s largest cultural education programme, now reaches 15,000 students annually Announces pilot programme for cultural education in schools for people of determination Launches HUNA Cultural Strategy including a new public Sculpture Park at H-Residence featuring leadingartists Dubai, UAE; 21 February 2024: As Dubai Art Season 2024 continues tocement the city’s status as a global centre for culture, leading Dubai-based investment firm A.R.M. Holding today announcesupdates on its cultural initiatives. Three…

Mother 3, the highly requested cult-classic RPG for the Game Boy Advance, is set to appear today on the Nintendo Switch Online service. But there’s a catch: It’s only available in Japan. North Americans were first introduced to the Mother series under the name Earthbound on the SNES in 1995. As was common at the time, the game was renamed for the West in an attempt to avoid confusion. In 2006, a third entry was released in Japan for the GBA simply called Mother 3, but it has never had an official translation for Western audiences. Both Mother 2, aka…

The Sharjah Cooperative Society on Wednesday announced that it has allocated Dh35 million for the holy month of Ramadan in 2024 and reduced prices of nearly 10,000 items. The retailer said that nearly 80 per cent of these items are essential food products and are available across its 67 branches located throughout the emirate. Prices on key grocery items such as cooking oil, flour and rice will see reductions by up to 75 per cent. In addition, weekly offers will introduce further discounts on items beyond the initial 10,000, starting from February 22. The campaign also features grand giveaways, including…

Thousands of protesting Indian farmers equipped with cranes and excavators were set on Wednesday to march to New Delhi, the capital, after talks with the government on guaranteed prices for their produce failed to break a deadlock. The action, watched by security forces clad in riot gear, came after farmers’ groups rejected a government proposal this week for five-year contracts and guaranteed support prices for produce such as corn, cotton and pulses. The farmers, mostly from the northern state of Punjab, have been demanding higher prices backed by law for their crops. They form an influential bloc of voters Prime…

Companies in the UAE have increased their budget for cybersecurity by as much as 35 per cent as compared to maximum 30 per cent global surge over the past year, following a study that revealed 7 out of 10 firms in the country fell victim to ransomware attacks in the last two years. The 2023 Data Risk Management report by US-based multi-cloud data management company Veritas Technologies noted UAE organisations are prepared than before to protect against AI-powered cyberattacks, but organisations must continue to strengthen their online infrastructure. AI not only enhances threat detection but also empowers cybercriminals to execute…

Exceptional experiences await customers as leading retailer BTC Fashion partners with MarTech innovator WebEngage BTC Fashion, the retail group known for bringing world-renowned brands Matalan, Miniso, Superdry and Balabala to GCC and Levant regions, has partnered with marketing automation trailblazer WebEngage to deliver personalized and exceptional experiences to its vast customer base. xr:d:DAF9aeY1a5Y:7,j:3110154910023733965,t:24022109 February 21st, UAE, Qatar: BTC Fashion, the retail arm of the Business Trading Company (BTC) and the promoter of world-renowned brands such as Matalan, Miniso, Superdry and Balabala in GCC and Levant regions, has partnered with leading marketing technology (MarTech) company WebEngage to engage its vast customer base…

A  recently discovered monster black hole feasts on so much nearby material that it’s the fastest-growing of its kind on record. The beefy black hole is devouring the equivalent mass of our sun every single day, making it a record-breaker in more ways than one. “The incredible rate of growth also means a huge release of light and heat,” said lead researcher Christian Wolf of The Australian National University in a statement. “So, this is also the most luminous known object in the universe. It’s 500 trillion times brighter than our sun.” Known as J059-4351, it is a type of…

Authorities in the UAE detected 33,000 cases of companies failing to pay salaries to employees through the Wage Protection System (WPS) in 2023. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said it imposed “administrative penalties” on the companies. The ministry did not specify the nature of administrative penalties or fine amounts it slapped on companies for non-compliance with the WPS — an electronic salary transfer system done via approved financial institutions. All employers registered with the MoHRE are required by law to subscribe to the system and pay employees’ salaries through it. Penalties for violations include suspension of work…