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The Government of Fujairah has signed an agreement with Etihad Refinery, a subsidiary of Etihad Energy Holding PJSC, to purchase the refinery’s gasoline production. The agreement represents a strategic step that reflects the Government of Fujairah’s commitment to supporting and enabling strategic projects, strengthening the security and sustainability of the energy sector, and reinforcing the Emirate’s position as a leading regional and global hub for petroleum industries and logistics services, in line with its sustainable economic development objectives. His Excellency Mohammed Al Dhanhani, Director of the Emiri Diwan in Fujairah, said: “This agreement reflects the Government of Fujairah’s vision to…

BHM Capital, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United Arab Emirates, has been appointed as an official Market Maker for the Retail T-Sukuk: Local Currency Islamic Sukuk Issuance, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing liquidity and supporting the continued development of the UAE’s capital markets. The appointment reflects BHM Capital’s growing role in providing market-making services across a diverse range of listed securities, while contributing to greater market efficiency, improved price discovery, and enhanced trading activity on Nasdaq Dubai. As Market Maker, BHM Capital will be responsible for providing continuous two-way quotes for the Retail T-Sukuk issuance,…

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of the terrorist plots that targeted public order and the security of people and property in Morocco on Monday. In a statement issued by the ministry, the Kingdom strongly denounced the terrorist plots and affirmed the Kingdom’s solidarity with the Moroccan government and its people. It also reiterated its complete rejection of all forms of terrorism and extremism, as well as any attempts to undermine Morocco’s security and stability. Saudi Arabia also commended the Moroccan security authorities for their efforts and efficiency in safeguarding security and swiftly foiling the…

LONDON — British singer Lauren Bennett, member of the girl group G.R.L. and featured artist on LMFAO’s global smash hit Party Rock Anthem, has died at the age of 37. Her former musical group shared the news on its Instagram account Monday. “It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Lauren,” G.R.L. wrote on their Instagram page. “Our hearts are broken, and we cannot begin to express how much she meant to us.” The statement did not reveal a cause of death, and representatives for Bennett did not immediately respond to a request for comment.…

The central blood bank in Qassim Region, in cooperation with the Blood Banks Friends Charity (Damy), has launched a home blood donation service for people with rare blood types.  The service enables donors with rare blood types to donate blood from the comfort of their homes through qualified medical teams operating in accordance with the highest standards of quality and safety.  The initiative is expected to improve response times, enhance emergency preparedness, and strengthen the strategic reserve of rare blood units. Source: Riyadh Daily

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For years, many professionals in the UAE followed a familiar path: build a career, save as much as possible, and postpone personal ambitions until retirement. Now, some are choosing a different route. Instead of waiting until their 60s, a growing number of young professionals are taking what has become known as a “micro-retirement”, a planned break from work lasting anywhere from a few months to several years. Some use the time to travel, recover from burnout, spend time with family, or explore a new career before returning to the workforce. The shift comes as conversations around work-life balance continue to…

NEW DELHI — The abrupt removal of a film starring popular Indian singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh from a streaming platform has triggered a political row in India’s Punjab state. “Satluj” was taken off ZEE5 days after it came out after protracted four-year battle with the film certification body. As the film’s writer Niren Bhatt says someone within the establishment has a “massive problem” with it, the government claims it can be “weaponized against India” Political parties and Sikh bodies in Punjab on Monday slammed the removal of the film from the OTT platform, saying the movie compels India to confront one…

Saudi Arabia’s transformation is moving at a pace that is difficult to appreciate from a distance. Across the Kingdom, organizations are digitizing services, adopting AI, modernizing infrastructure, expanding cloud-enabled operations, and building new customer experiences at remarkable speed. This is not simply technology modernization. It is part of a wider national shift: a more diversified, competitive, innovation-led economy under the country’s ambitious Vision 2030.For leaders operating in this environment, the opportunity is clear. Digital transformation can improve productivity, open new markets, enhance customer experience, and create entirely new models of growth. But the same progress also changes the nature of…

When summer temperatures across the Gulf rise above 45°C, cooler destinations become more appealing than ever. Here are five of the best places to visit for a refreshing escape from the summer heat. 1. Georgia (Kazbegi, Gudauri & the Greater Caucasus) If you’re looking to escape the summer heat, Georgia is hard to beat. Summer temperatures in Kazbegi and Gudauri usually stay between 10 and 20°C thanks to the high elevation of the Greater Caucasus. You might not expect it, but even in July you can still find snow on Mount Kazbek while enjoying cool mountain breezes below. Drive along…