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Employers in the UAE cannot make decisions about hiring, terminating or restricting job opportunities for residents over a mental health condition, as per a new law passed recently. “Instead, any decision regarding employment must be based on a report from a specialised medical committee that evaluates the individual’s condition in relation to their job,” Dr Hind Alrustamani, CEO and founder of Aman Lil Afia Clinic, told Khaleej Times in an interview. This is similar to how companies are not allowed to take hiring or firing decisions based on the physical health of an employee. Workers can take up to 90…

Arada pledges its commitment as Legacy Partner for Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2024 for three consecutive years Sharjah, January 10, 2023 In an effort to support entrepreneurs through a belief in their impact on the future, Arada has announced its partnership with Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) as a Legacy Partner for the coming three consecutive years. This continued commitment underlines Arada’s dedication to encouraging entrepreneurial talent and innovation, contributing to the growth and development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem within Sharjah, the UAE, and the broader region. Supporting entrepreneurship through the power of long-term partnerships Arada’s dynamic partnership with Sheraa exemplifies the…

SpaceX is aiming to get the mighty Starship rocket aloft again in February. Speaking during a media teleconference earlier this week that was mainly for NASA to share updates to its Artemis program, Jessica Jensen, vice president of customer operations and integration at SpaceX, revealed that the Elon Musk-led company is aiming to have the Starship ready for flight this month and hoping to receive a flight permit from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the coming weeks. “We are working toward Starship flight test three right now,” Jensen said, adding that the SpaceX team at the launch site in…

To be a content creator in Gaza is a task unlike any other, according to Palestinian content creator Plestia. The aspiring journalist, who has become one of the most influential voices during the Gaza conflict, was addressing attendees of the 1 Billion Followers Summit that kicked off in Dubai on Wednesday. “I look for stories that provide hope,” she said speaking in Arabic. “Every person in Gaza is a story.” Since October 7, the Israel offensive against Gaza has killed over 20,000 people, mostly women and children and millions have been displaced. During this time, content creators and journalists in…

The former president is the preferred candidate of 49% of self-identified Republicans: Reuters/Ipsos Donald Trump holds a wide lead over his rivals for the Republican US presidential nomination just five days before the state-by-state selection contest begins, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll released on Wednesday. The former president is the preferred candidate of 49% of self-identified Republicans, the poll found. Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley had the support of 12% of Republicans, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis holding 11% support. Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy was backed by 4% of Republicans, while no other candidate got more than 2%, the poll…

Middle East Energy to Further Boost Sustainability Agenda by Unveiling Advancements in Renewable Energy and Decarbonisation Green energy technology, decarbonisation strategies, and regional power markets to dominate discussions between April 16-18 at Dubai World Trade Centre Three dedicated stages – Leadership Summit, Technical Seminar, and Intersolar &ees Middle East Conference will intensify efforts towards accelerating global transformation Dubai, January 102024: A keen focus on accelerating theglobal energy transformation and exploring opportunities at the cusp of thetransition towards sustainability will be the central themes at this year’s 49th edition of Middle East Energy (MEE). The annual event, which will run from…

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The Emirati couple, who were injured in the deadly Prague mass shooting in December last year, are both in stable condition after undergoing multiple surgeries, the brother of the injured woman confirmed to Khaleej Times on Wednesday. Dr. Khalifa Al Mehrizi said his younger sister, Rowdah Al Mehrizi, and her husband Ahmed Ibrahim Al Ali, were transferred to a hospital in Munich, Germany for further treatment. Rowdah, who is the director of marketing and corporate communication at Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, and Ahmed, director-general of the Umm Al Quwain Municipality, were vacationing in Prague with their children when the…

International Pavilions Take Center Stage at DUPHAT 2024 DUPHAT 2024 Addresses New Drugs, Access, Affordability, and Accountability Explores AI and Technological Advancements in the Pharmaceutical Sector” Türkiye, Poland, China and IndiaIntroducePopular Products to Region for FirstTime Dubai, UAE – 10 January 2024:DUPHAT Conference and Exhibition commenced its second day with resounding success, poised to attract an impressive crowd of more than 32,000 participants. The exhibition features the unveiling of several remarkable new products on a global scale, and the scientific conference program is delving deep into the intricacies of medical advancements. The event remains a premier platform for innovation and…

NASA’s Mars helicopter has now completed an impressive 71 flights on the red planet since its first hover there in April 2021. While most of the flights have taken place without any difficulties, the latest one was cut short after Ingenuity’s navigation system found it difficult to cope with the “relatively featureless terrain,” which consisted of “sand ripples with few or no rocks,” according to a social media post by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, which is overseeing the mission. Ingenuity completed Flight 71! The #MarsHelicopter landed successfully, but earlier than expected. The relatively featureless terrain it flew over (sand ripples…