BlogsAugust 8, 2017
SHARJAH — The Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, continues to shape the region’s communication and digital media landscape by recognising and motivating creative talents. Now in its 12th edition, SGCA has cemented its status as a beacon for forward-thinking communication, inspiring individuals and...
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Hong Kong & Singapore – A renewed wave of COVID-19 infections is sweeping across Hong Kong and Singapore, causing concern among health experts and prompting authorities to issue fresh public health advisories. The surge, largely driven by the recently identified FLiRT variants—KP.1 and KP.2—has led to a spike in daily...
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Dubai, UAE — The tech and innovation world was abuzz last week after a series of viral headlines claimed that all UAE residents would get free access to ChatGPT Plus, OpenAI's premium subscription-based chatbot. With the UAE becoming the first country to launch a nationwide AI integration strategy through a...
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Sharjah, UAE – The Emirate of Sharjah is set to host one of the most anticipated seasonal events this summer — the Sharjah Mango Festival 2025, taking place from June 27 to June 29 at Expo Khor Fakkan. Now in its fourth edition, the festival celebrates the vibrant flavors of...
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Hangzhou, China – In a first-of-its-kind display of artificial intelligence and robotics, the world's inaugural humanoid robot boxing match took place in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, on May 25, 2025. This landmark event was part of the China Media Group (CMG) World Robot Competition - Mecha Fighting Series and featured combat-ready...
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Dubai, UAE — In a bold move to modernize its booming real estate sector, Dubai has officially launched the Dubai PropTech Hub, an ambitious initiative designed to drive technological innovation and position the UAE as a global leader in property technology. Announced by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin...
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Doha, Qatar – In its third and most poignant edition yet, the Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar 2025 opens its doors to the public, offering a profound visual journey into the concept of belonging. Spearheaded by Qatar Museums, the biennial photography festival continues to establish itself as a leading platform for contemporary...
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UAE – The United Arab Emirates has recorded its highest-ever temperature for the month of May, reaching a scorching 51.6°C in Sweihan, Al Ain, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. This unprecedented heatwave has raised significant concerns about the accelerating impacts of climate change in the region. Breaking Previous Records The...
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Abu Dhabi, UAE – OpenAI, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi-based technology conglomerate G42, has announced the commencement of the Stargate UAE project, a monumental $20 billion initiative to construct a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Abu Dhabi. This venture marks a significant milestone in the UAE's ambition to...
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