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LIGHT OF GOLD- By Kim il Tae Organized by Philip Shin

LIGHT OF GOLD- By Kim il Tae Organized by Philip Shin

All that glitters is Kim Il Tae’s gold artworks

Venue: Karnak Meeting Room Location: 3rd Floor, Raffles, Dubai

Dates: 22 January 2024 – 22 February 2024

DUBAI, UAE: Kim Il Tae is a contemporary artist from South Korea, renowned for using the purest gold as the main element in his artworks. LIGHT OF GOLD Exhibition by Artist Kin il Tae and Organized by Philip Shin. As the curator and organizer of numerous successful art exhibitions, Philip Shin has been a driving force in showcasing the works of talented artists from around the world. Philip Shin, a prominent figure in the industry, has successfully secured mandates from the top 10 Korean artists. This strategic move not only solidifies Shin’s position in the art market but also reflects a momentous collaboration between an influential art professional and the cream of Korean artistic talent.

Philip Shin kicks off his series of exhibitions with the much-anticipated debut of artist Kim Il Tae. Recognized for his innovative approach to traditional mediums, Kim Il Tae’s works promise to captivate audiences with a harmonious blend of modern aesthetics and cultural richness. This inaugural exhibition serves as a celebration of artistic evolution and the unveiling of a promising talent.

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HLB HAMT unveils USD 100,000 scholarship for professional accounting studies of needy workers’ children in the UAE

HLB HAMT unveils USD 100,000 scholarship for professional accounting studies of needy workers’ children in the UAE

In line with the 25th-anniversary celebrations of the UAE’s 7th largest auditing and tax advisory firm, the HLB SEED project aims to support deserving students who aspire to develop a promising career in the highly specialized accounting and financing sector.

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DUBAI – January 27, 2024: HLB HAMT, a leading UAE-based auditing, consulting, and tax advisory firm, has marked its 25th anniversary by introducing the HLB SEED (Seek, Educate, Empower & Development) project. The groundbreaking scholarship programme, worth USD 100,000, covers the cost of professional accountancy education for students of working-class parents from underprivileged backgrounds in the UAE.

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M42 completes ground-breaking Ghaf tree genome sequencing

In partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi

M42 completes ground-breaking Ghaf tree genome sequencing

  • Deep sequencing project identifies multiple variants of the Ghaf tree genome.
  • Findings pave the way for the development of resilient trees adaptable to diverse ecological conditions to benefit planetary and human health.

Dubai, January 29, 2024: M42, a global tech-enabled health powerhouse, in collaboration with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has completed the sequencing and analysis of the Ghaf tree, the national tree of the UAE, to further build upon previous research led by Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology. The tree is renowned for its ability to thrive in arid conditions, and M42’s pioneering genomics project aims to drive a better understanding of genetic traits that enable organisms to thrive in challenging environments. A crucial endeavor as the world grapples with the effects of climate change and its impact on human health.

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Maritime Emissions Set to Skyrocket by 44% by 2050

Maritime Emissions Set to Skyrocket by 44% by 2050 Without Decisive Action – Arthur D. Little Viewpoint

  • Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the world’s maritime fleet are projected to rise by a concerning 44% by 2050.
  • The urgent need to reduce emissions necessitates a significant increase in efficiency and the adoption of lower-carbon fuels.
  • Stricter regulations and the introduction of mandatory requirements for the use of renewable fuels are driving the shift towards a net-zero shipping industry.

Dubai, UAE, 29 January 2024: Three of the top five issues impacting the port and maritime industry are related to environmental risks, a position that has remained unchanged over the past five years, as highlighted by Arthur D. Little (ADL), the world’s first management consulting firm. Its new viewpoint, titled “Creating A Greener Future for the Blue Economy,” emphasises the urgent need for decarbonization and circular use of resources in the shipping industry and the necessity to act against pollution from both plastics and chemicals and threats to biodiversity within coastal areas.

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