Daily Archives: July 11, 2023

Health Care

Cleveland Clinic-Led Trial Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Drug

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Cleveland Clinic-Led Trial Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Reduces Heart-Related Events Including Death in Statin-Intolerant Patients with Elevated Cardiovascular Risk

Patients in primary prevention subgroup studied by global health system had risk factors but no pre-existing heart disease

CCF Dr. Steve Nissen

Tuesday, July 11, 2023, Cleveland: Findings from a clinical trial led by global health system Cleveland Clinic showed that the use of bempedoic acid (a cholesterol-lowering drug) in statin intolerant patients who have not yet had a cardiovascular event, but do have risk factors, like diabetes, significantly reduced the chance of death from heart disease and other major adverse cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.

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Business & Investments

Invictus to invest AED 1 Billion for expansion for diversifying into agro-food trading

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Invictus to invest AED 1 Billion for expansion for diversifying into agro-food trading

Invictus viewing inorganic growthavenues and joint ventures with Africa’s leading corporates, to diversify product portfolio further

Dubai, UAE,11July 2023 – Invictus Investment Company Plc (ADX: INVICTUS), announces plans to expand into North and East Africa through acquisitions and joint ventures with leading local entities in the region. Headquartered in the UAE, Invictus is a prominent trader with growing businessin the African markets. The plannedinorganic expansion will see it significantly increase its presencewith focus on various markets, potentially including:Morocco, Algeria, Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique among others.

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Business & Investments

H.E. Bin Touq visits Samsung headquarters in South Korea

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H.E. Bin Touq visits Samsung headquarters in South Korea to review latest global technologies in microchip manufacturing

UAE delegation was in Seoul to participate in the eighth UAE-Korea Joint Economic Committee

Abu Dhabi, 11 July 2023

H.E. Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, led the UAE delegation on a visit to Samsung’s headquarter in South Korea to learn about the company’s future expansion and investment plans and strengthen its partnership with the UAE market. The Minister was received by Oh-Hyun Kwon, CEO and Vice President of Samsung Electronics. The UAE delegation was in Seoul to participate in the eighth UAE-Korea Joint Economic Committee aimed at strengthening the existing economic and trade ties and exploring new opportunities for cooperation and investment partnerships with the Korean private sector.

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Shopping & Promotions

DUBAI SUMMER SURPRISES – KIDS GO FREE

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DUBAI SUMMER SURPRISES – KIDS GO FREE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 July 2023: Families and fun were at the heart of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) when it first launched back in 1998, and today, in its 26th edition, this focus remains. This means that throughout the 67 days of the city’s favourite summer festival, there are plenty of incredible family deals and offers to be had, including a whole host of Kids Go Free offers ready to be snapped up.

From Movie Magic at selected REEL cinemas, and entertaining shows to mark the summer season at Nakheel Mall, Dubai Festival City Mall and Mercato, there is something for everyone throughout the festival, and of course, it is an extra special time of year for families.

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Education

Gulf Medical University Launches Nafis Scholarship Program

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Gulf Medical University Launches Nafis Scholarship Program with 100% Tuition Coverage for Emirati Students

July 11, 2023:Gulf Medical University, UAE’s leading private health professions’ institution owned and managed by Thumbay Group, has started a new scholarship as part of the Nafis program that covers up to 100% of college tuition, registration and fees for all eligible Emirati students, beginning with the admissions in September 2023. These scholarships aimed to empower Emirati students and enhance the competitiveness of UAE’s human resources in the healthcare field has received an enrollment of 121 students since its launch.

As part of the UAE’s ‘Projects of the 50’ initiative, the Nafis program seeks to create a strong partnership between the public and private sectors, driving the nation’s development journey and stimulating economic growth. Gulf Medical University fully aligns with these objectives and is dedicated to contributing to the success of the program.

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