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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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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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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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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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مؤسسة محمد بن زايد للأثر الإنساني تتعهد بتقديم 11 مليون دولارلدعم الأولمبياد الخاص الدولي وتوسعة نطاق التعليم الشامل للجميع على المستوى العالمي

مؤسسة محمد بن زايد للأثر الإنساني تتعهد بتقديم 11 مليون دولار لدعم الأولمبياد الخاص الدولي وتوسعة نطاق التعليم الشامل للجميع على المستوى العالمي

  • منحة بقيمة 11 مليون دولار لدعم أنشطة المركز العالمي للأولمبياد الخاص للدمج في التعليم، ومقرّه أبوظبي.
  • سيسهم التمويل الجديد في توسيع نطاق برنامج “مدارس الأبطال الموحدة” في 10 دول، وتدريب أكثر من 6,000 معلم ومعلمة حول العالم على أحدث أساليب وممارسات التعليم الدامج.
  • يُذكر أن المركز العالمي للأولمبياد الخاص للدمج في التعليم تأسس في عام 2020 بفضل منحة كريمة بقيمة 25 مليون دولار قدّمها صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيس الدولة، حفظه الله.

أبوظبي، دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة – 25 سبتمبر 2025 – أعلنت مؤسسة محمد بن زايد للأثر الإنساني عن تقديم منحة بقيمة 11 مليون دولار للمركز العالمي للأولمبياد الخاص للدمج في التعليم، الذي يقع مقره في أبوظبي، وذلك بهدف دعم توسيع نطاق برنامج “مدارس الأبطال الموحدة”، الذي يُعد برنامجاً رائداً يرسخ قيم الدمج والشمول المجتمعي بين الشباب من ذوي الإعاقات الذهنية وأقرانهم.

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