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Sheikha Bodour honors 98 AUS employees for years of service at Staff Appreciation Dinner

Sheikha Bodour honors 98 AUS employees for years of service at Staff Appreciation Dinner

Sharjah, UAE, June 13, 2024 – Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah (AUS), recently honored the dedication and commitment of long-serving AUS employees, acknowledging their steadfast efforts throughout the year.

Ninety-eight employees received recognition at the annual Staff Appreciation Dinner, with 500 AUS staff attending. Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour recognized 16 staff members who have worked at AUS for 25 years, 62 staff who have worked for 20 years and 20 who have worked for 15 years. 

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HE Dr. Amna Al Dahak Emphasizes UAE’s Commitment to Address Water Scarcity and Integrate Solutions into Global Social, Economic, Environmental Security

HE Dr. Amna Al Dahak Emphasizes UAE’s Commitment to Address Water Scarcity and Integrate Solutions into Global Social, Economic, Environmental Security

Dubai, 13 June 2024: On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, led a distinguished delegation to the Republic of Tajikistan. The delegation participated in the third international conference on the implementation of the International Decade for Action on ‘Water for Sustainable Development 2018-2028’. This conference took place from 10 to 13 June 2024 as part of the “Dushanbe Water Process”, under the patronage of His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, President of the republic of Tajikistan.

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Automibiles & Motoring

Ford Mustang GT3 Gears Up to Extend Ford Racing Heritage at 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans

Ford Mustang GT3 Gears Up to Extend Ford Racing Heritage at 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 June 2024 – Sixty years after Ford unleashed the power of Mustang to the world, the seventh-generation Mustang makes its attempt at conquering the world’s pinnacle endurance racing event – the 24 Hours of Le Mans this month.

2024 FIA World Endurance Championship Le Mans Test Le Mans, France 7th – 9th June 2024 Photo: Drew Gibson

Racing is part of the Mustang DNA: the car made its successful competitive debut during the 1964 Tour de France de Automobile, only five months after Ford introduced the car to the world. Ever since, Ford’s global race car has competed in NASCAR, NHRA, IMSA, Australian Supercars and Formula Drift.

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Shopping & Promotions

EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT, PROMOTIONS, AND RAFFLES: MALL EVENTS NOT TO MISS THIS EID AL ADHA

EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT, PROMOTIONS, AND RAFFLES: MALL EVENTS NOT TO MISS THIS EID AL ADHA

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 June 2024: Shopping malls across Dubai will come alive with enthralling Eid entertainment, endless family fun, and exciting retail promotions from 16 – 23 June, bringing the perfect festive celebrations for residents and visitors across the city. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), seven spectacular days of Eid in Dubai also bring shoppers the chance to win huge prizes in a selection of raffles and draws.

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Business & Investments

ADFW to return in December 2024 under the theme ‘Welcome to the Capital of Capital’

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ADFW to return in December 2024 under the theme ‘Welcome to the Capital of Capital’

  • The strategic theme for the third edition of ADFW will explore the multiple facets contributing to Abu Dhabi’s position as the ‘Capital of Capital’ focussing on financial, human and technological elements.
  • In just two years, ADFW has established itself as one of the world’s fastest-growing series of finance and investment conferences to garner regional and international recognition.
  • Last year’s Abu Dhabi Finance Week saw 14 major financial institutions, managing a total of USD452 billion in assets, announce their plans to establish operations within ADGM, highlighting its growing global stature and Abu Dhabi’s attractiveness for international finance.
  • The 2024 edition will host over 50 events within ADGM and is set to attract 18,000 participants on thematic days for Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Economy, Asset Management, Tech and Sustainability.
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