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In 2000, when Linda Augustsson arrived in New Delhi from Sweden, she thought she would be staying for a year. She had been sent by Swedish retailer Lindex to establish a production office, with another assignment in China expected to follow. But what she did not anticipate was how India would change the course of her professional — and personal — life. Towards the end of that year, a friend she had made at the gym invited her for a meal with someone he described as his Russian friend. Augustsson was initially reluctant but eventually agreed. And the supposed Russian…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDEC), part of M42, and Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai (RIT Dubai) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to equip healthcare professionals with the data and technology skills increasingly required in clinical practice and connect academic learning with operational healthcare challenges. The first area of collaboration will see ICLDEC staff participate in RIT Dubai’s Credit-Bearing Micro-Credential in Health Informatics. Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education, the 12-credit programme will help participants develop skills in using data and digital technologies in healthcare. The curriculum will…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, organised 143 bilateral business meetings between companies from Dubai and Kenya in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. The meetings took place during a recent trade mission led by the chamber under the ‘Next Frontiers’ programme as part of the New Horizons initiative, which aims to support the expansion of Dubai-based companies into promising international markets and strengthen their global partnerships. The meetings enabled Dubai-based companies participating in the mission to engage directly with potential partners in Kenya, showcase their products…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has announced that its active energy-sector membership reached 6,224 as of October 2026, with more than 2,500 companies joining since the beginning of 2024. New registrations in the sector rose by 11% in 2025 compared with 2024. The figures underline the scale and diversity of Abu Dhabi’s energy business base and the companies providing the expertise, services, technology and supplies the sector needs. Members operate across engineering and construction, oilfield services, trade and supply, manufacturing and logistics, alongside finance, R&D and IT services, bringing…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Louvre Abu Dhabi and LITO Masters announced the release of a unique collection of limited-edition prints, bringing some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces directly into collectors’ homes. The launch features official reproductions of works from the museum’s collection by Fragonard, Renoir, Mondrian, Hokusai and Kandinsky along with pieces by other iconic artists. Each painting has been meticulously recreated using LITO’s patented 3D Hi-Rnd© technology, faithfully reproducing every brushstroke, texture, and nuance of the original artwork. By capturing both the colours and the relief of the paintings, this process allows collectors to experience…
Russian singer Jony is heading to Dubai for a solo concert at Coca-Cola Arena on November 4, bringing some of his biggest hits to the UAE. The singer, known for his mix of R&B and pop music, will take the stage at 9pm for a performance featuring songs from throughout his career. Fans can expect to hear tracks including Kamin, Kometa, Alleya, Titry, Love Your Voice, Nikak and Ty Besposhchadna. Jony has built a following through his emotional lyrics and distinctive vocals, with his music gaining billions of streams across various platforms. The singer has also received several awards over the years, including recognition at the Muz-TV Awards,…
ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Credit Bureau, the federal entity responsible for providing credit information and data-driven analytics in the UAE, has announced the launch of its next-generation Credit Score 3i for individuals at its new Abu Dhabi office. The launch represents a significant evolution in credit scoring methodology, reflecting the evolving financial landscape and the increasing diversity of credit products and consumer borrowing patterns in the UAE. The enhanced model assesses individuals’ credit behaviour over a period of up to 36 months, compared to 24 months under the previous model, drawing on a broader range of…
DUBAI, 29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai today celebrated the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk issued by Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) through SIB Sukuk Company III Limited, following a market opening bell ringing ceremony at Nasdaq Dubai. The five-year Senior Unsecured Sukuk carries a profit rate of 5.850 percent, matures in September 2031, and attracted orders of US$1.3 billion from regional and international institutional investors. Priced at 105 basis points over five-year US Treasuries, the Sukuk is rated A- by S&P Global Ratings and is dual-listed on Nasdaq Dubai and Euronext Dublin. SIB has listed 11 Sukuk issuances…
ABU DHABI,29th October, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the follow-up of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Sheikh Zayed Festival will open its new 2026/2027 season in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, on Friday, 30 October. The festival launches a packed 135-day programme combining cultural, artistic, entertainment, sports and community events, with the participation of dozens of countries and a line-up of leading Arab and Emirati artists, alongside public shows, family activities and interactive experiences…
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas celebrated Karwa Chauth in the US with her family, offering fans a glimpse into the intimate festivities through a series of Instagram stories.The actor shared special moments from the occasion, which included a sweet mehendi design, adorable family moments and a picture with her husband, Nick Jonas, after what appeared to be the completion of the traditional ritual.In one of her Instagram stories, Priyanka showcased a DIY mehendi design on her palm, featuring the initials ‘NJ’ for Nick Jonas and ‘MM’ for their daughter, Malti Marie.Priyanka also shared a heartwarming picture of Nick spending time with…