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In a breathtaking feat, renowned climbers Alain Robert, famously known as the French Spider-Man, and Alexis Landot, scaled the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai, a thrilling adventure that commenced as part of Mashreq’s ‘Climb2Change’ global initiative. For Alain Roberts, the climb marked a remarkable return at the age of 61, a feat he hadn’t anticipated after climbing the world’s tallest building for the first time over a decade ago. “Personally, I was really happy; it was the second time,” he said in a chat with City Times a day after the climb which took place on November 20. “I didn’t…

‘Brands of India’ to generate business worth US$ 350 million in 3 years for Indian Apparel Brands The maiden trade show was a resounding success and attracted over 2800 buyers from 67 countries Date: Dubai, UAE, November 30, 2023 The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) marked a historic milestone in the global retail market with the triumphant conclusion of ‘Brands of India’ which showcased 350+ top Indian clothing brands at Dubai World Trade Centre from November 27 to 29, 2023. In its inaugural edition, Brands of India emerged as a beacon of success, providing a substantial head start for…

Building a PC from scratch can be daunting, and if you don’t have the time or the tech-savvy, then going for a pre-built gaming PC might be a much better option. Luckily, there are a lot of excellent deals on them, especially from big companies like Dell and HP. That said, if you want something with the best specs on the market, this HP Omen 45L is probably one of the best, with a massive sale on it. While is usually goes for $4,000, HP has discounted it down to $3,000, and while that may seem like a lot, that’s…

The UAE Central Bank has issued a new polymer Dh500 banknote, it announced earlier on Wednesday. The new banknote is being issued in the same blue colour, for easier identification and will go into circulation on Thursday, November 30. The new Dh500 banknote highlights the UAE’s sustainable developmental including culture and tourism landmarks and unique models of sustainability. The front side includes an image of the bold architecture of the Terra Sustainability Pavilion in Expo City Dubai, a testament to the UAE’s commitment to a sustainable future rooted in the principles laid down by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan…

A new island in Dubai will house Las Vegas hotel brands like MGM, Bellagio and Aria. Spread over 3.5 million square metres, the $1.2-billion (Dh4.4 billion) waterfront project called ‘The Island’ is scheduled for completion by 2028-end. Though the three hospitality brands operate casinos, it’s not immediately clear if this will be the case at The Island. According to project intelligence database company BNC Network, the development at Jumeirah Beachfront, Umm Suqeim 2, will have 1,000 hotel rooms and apartments and 10 villas; and F&B outlets. A 110-metre-tall entertainment tower in the middle of the island will seat 300 guests…

If you or your loved ones are ever so unlucky that you break a bone, or even catch so much as the common cold, no one expects you to suffer in silence. You seek help from doctors, family, or friends to get back to normal. But what if your illness leaves no mark? What if you seek help, and you’re met with doubt, disbelief, or worse yet, fear? This is the isolating nature of mental health illnesses. It becomes a shroud that can affect every aspect of life. Emirati Adel Bin Hdaya AlFalasi, 34, carried that shroud under the label…

The Fresh Market proudly participates in the “Tarahum for Gaza” campaign in collaboration with the Emirates Red Crescent, aiming to show solidarity with our brothers in Gaza. The campaign, initiated by the UAE, seeks to provide relief to Palestinian brothers in the Gaza Strip by offering urgent assistance. The Fresh Market, driven by its humanitarian role, has prepared non-perishable food items, blankets, and hygiene products in donation boxes. The company encourages citizens and residents to join and support the charitable campaign for the benefit of Palestinian families. Mr.Rida Al Mansoori, CEO of the Fresh Fruit Company and The Fresh Market,…

Coke-Pepsi, McDonald’s-Burger King — these are some of the world’s biggest rivalries (it must be lunch time). But when it comes to music streaming services, there’s perhaps been no bigger rivalry that Apple Music and Spotify, and choosing between them is no mean feat. Spotify currently has over 210 million paying subscribers worldwide (44.4 million in the U.S.) and offers a free tier option as well as tried and true music-sharing and discovery experience. Apple Music was once the leader in all things digital music, but is currently behind Spotify with an estimated 88 million users worldwide as of June…

As Dubai gets ready to host COP28, the UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Wednesday called for collective action in solving the challenges faced by our planet. The UN Climate Change Conference is scheduled to take place at Expo City Dubai from 30 November to 12 December. And ahead of the summit, Sheikh Mohamed reiterated that the UAE is determined to unite the world around climate action. “We are honoured to welcome the international community to the UAE for the start of COP28,” the UAE President said in a post on X, formerly Twitter. Stay…

Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, the diplomat with the thick glasses and gravelly voice who dominated foreign policy as the United States extricated itself from Vietnam and broke down barriers with China, died Wednesday, his consulting firm said. He was 100. With his gruff yet commanding presence and behind-the-scenes manipulation of power, Kissinger exerted uncommon influence on global affairs under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford, earning both vilification and the Nobel Peace Prize. Decades later, his name still provoked impassioned debate over foreign policy landmarks long past. Kissinger’s power grew during the turmoil of Watergate, when the politically…