Daily Archives: September 25, 2025

Business & Investments

Star Paper Mills to Announce Switch on of US$54 Million Recycled Container Board Mill in KEZAD at ProPaper 2025

  • A major milestone in the UAE’s circular economy, recycling up to 80% of waste paper generated domestically
  • Rising demand for paper packaging and e-commerce driving strong regional industry growth
  • GCC paper packaging market forecast to reach nearly US$13 billion by 2032; UAE alone requires over 1 billion paper bags annually

Dubai, September 25, 2024: Star Paper Mills will announce the commissioning of its US$54 million (AED 200 million) recycled container board mill in KEZAD (Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi) during ProPaper 2025, with construction now 95% complete.

Majid Rasheed, MD, Star Paper Mills

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Shopping & Promotions

Union Coop: Self-Checkout Solutions for ‘Better’ Shopper Experience

Dubai, UAE –

Popular retailer, ‘Union Coop’ has announced the rollout of its self-checkout service, ‘Scan and Go’ at 17 of its branches across Dubai. This follows the installation of 45 self-checkout counters as part of an expansion plan aimed at improving the shopping experience and encouraging the adoption of digital solutions in retail.

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Automibiles & Motoring

VinFast VF 8 – The Perfect Choice for Modern Young Families

Smart, Safe, and Spacious and Backed by a World-Class Aftersales Policy

Dubai, UAE, 25 September 2025 – As the shift toward sustainable mobility accelerates, VinFast continues to deliver electric vehicles that combine style, innovation, and family-friendly functionality. The VinFast VF 8, a versatile and dynamic mid-size SUV, is emerging as the ideal choice for modern young families who demand safety, space, and smart technology, without compromising on performance or value.

Designed with family life in mind, the VF 8 features a 5-seat layout and a thoughtful interior that caters to both daily routines and weekend getaways. Ample headroom and legroom across both rows, along with quality materials and ergonomic seating, make every journey comfortable, whether it’s a school drop-off or a long-distance road trip.

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Health Care

Understanding lipoprotein(a) and its genetic impact on the heart

A call for early testing and broader public awareness

Media webinar titled “Introducing the Little (a) with Big Consequences” warned that one in five people unknowingly carry a genetic risk for heart disease, stressing the urgent need for greater awareness and screening.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 September 2025 — Novartis today convened leading experts from science, policy, patient advocacy, and clinical care to spotlight elevated lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a) – a little-known but highly prevalent genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) that affect 1 in 5 people worldwide.1 

The global educational webinar, titled “Introducing the Little (a) with Big Consequences”, was attended by journalists from leading media publications across the UAE. Held ahead of World Heart Day (29 September 2025), the session was part of a global awareness campaign by Novartis in collaboration with Global Heart Hub to raise awareness of elevated lipoprotein(a) and advance equitable access to testing and care worldwide.

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Business & Investments

Emergent Raises $30M to Democratize Software Creation, Hits $15M ARR in Record Time, Expands into MENA

  • One of World’s Fastest Growing AI Startups, launches the world’s first agentic vibe-coding platform that builds production-ready applications for users from all walks of life, no technical skills required
  • The brand will play a pivotal role in enabling entrepreneurs, creators, and enterprises across MENA and Asia to accelerate innovation.

Mukund Jha, Co-Founder and CEO and Madhav Jha, Co-Founder of Emergent.sh ( L-R)

Dubai, September 24, 2025:— Emergent, one of the fastest growing AI startups globally, announced $30 million in total funding, including a new $23 million Series A led by Lightspeed. This follows a $7 million seed round raised earlier in the year. Founded in 2025 in San Francisco, Emergent has already reached $15 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) within just 90 days of launch, making it one of the fastest-growing AI-startups globally.

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