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Shopping & Promotions

Beat the summer heat! Top family-friendly indoor venues at City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Al Zahia

Dubai, UAE; July 16 2024: As the temperatures soar in the UAE, finding engaging indoor activities that cater to the entire family becomes imperative. Fortunately, City Centre Mirdif and City Centre Al Zahia are home to a wide array of leisure venues designed to keep both children and adults entertained in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment.

Whether you’re seeking high-energy adventures, educational play zones, or immersive gaming experiences, these shopping destinations offer diverse indoor attractions to suit every interest and age group.

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Technologies

Last Call for Entries to the OPPO imagine IF Photography Awards 2024

Dubai, July 16, 2024—OPPO today issued a last call for entries to the OPPO imagine IF Photography Awards 2024.Since the competition was launched on January 17, over one million submissions have been received from 73 countries and regions,each showcasing a vibrant tapestry of cultures and traditions from around the world. As the global submission deadline approaches on July 28, OPPO is callingon photography enthusiasts to seize the final opportunity to capture spectacular moments through the lensof their cameras and collectively demonstrate the power of mobile imaging.

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Business & Investments

Anghami Selects Bitmovin’s VOD Encoder to Power New Multimedia Streaming Platform

  • Following its merger with OSN+, Anghami has chosen Bitmovin’s VOD Encoding to encode over 40,000 video files, bringing the best video content to the MENA region on one platform.

[Abu Dhabi, UAE – July 16, 2024] — Bitmovin, a leading provider of video streaming infrastructure, announces that Anghami (NASDAQ: ANGH), the leading multi-media technology streaming platform in the Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) region, has selected its VOD Encoding, deployed on Amazon Web Services to encode its expansive catalog of content in the highest quality at speed and scale.

Anghami recently completed a landmark deal and merged with the Dubai-based streamer OSN+, the leading video streaming platform for premium content, to become the first platform in the Middle East and North Africa to provide customers with premium film, TV, and music for a combined user base of over 120 million users. The joint venture aims to build a new and exciting media ecosystem that leverages Anghami’s existing tech stack and huge music catalog with OSN+’s rich library of premium content.

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Health Care

Rising Cases OfComputer Vision Syndrome Amid Increased Digital Device Use, RAK Hospital Expert Suggests Preventive Measures

Advises children and parents to bond over real games to protect their eyes and reduce digital device addiction during the summer vacation.

Moisturize eyes at least twice a day with lubricating eye drops, follow the 20-20-20 rule to prevent digital eye strain

Device use can cut normal blinking; blink often to keep the eye surface moist, reducing dry eyes.

Blue light from digital devices is a significant factor in digital eye strain; doctor recommends measures to reduce the impact

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Shopping & Promotions

DSS DAILY SURPRISES BRING ANOTHER WEEK OF UNBEATABLE BARGAINS FOR DUBAI SHOPPERS

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 16July 2024:Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2024 continues to bring incredible discounts and massive savings for residents and visitors with the third week of DSS Daily Surprises. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the city’s favourite calendar of limited-time deals runs until 4 August, promising unbeatable deals on everything from fashion and accessories to beauty, homeware, and much more.

Whether shoppers are looking for a wardrobe refresh, a home revamp, or the perfect summer treat for loved ones, there’s something for everyone. Exciting new surprises are in store everyday, with an exclusive offer unveiled 24-hours in advance on the Dubai Summer Surprises website or @StyledByDubai Instagram page.

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