Game Changers’ Falcons Clinch Historic Victory at World Tennis League Season 3

Abu Dhabi, UAE – December 23, 2024 – Game Changers’ Falcons emerged victorious in a thrilling finale at the World Tennis League Season 3, defeating the Hawks with a decisive score of 20-16 at the Etihad Arena. The championship marks a historic milestone for the UAE-based sports entertainment company in its debut season.

Led by the stellar performances of Elena Rybakina, Caroline Garcia, Denis Shapovalov, and Andrey Rublev, the Falcons demonstrated remarkable resilience. After initial setbacks in women’s doubles and singles, the team mounted an impressive comeback through dominant performances in men’s singles and doubles matches.

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Emirates Islamic wins ‘Best Islamic Bank for SMEs’ and ‘Best Bond Issue of the Year’ at MEA Finance Awards 2024

Dubai, UAE, 26December2024:Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, announced that it has won ‘Best Islamic Bank for SMEs’ and ‘Best Bond Issue of the Year’ at the MEA Finance Awards 2024.

The bank was recognised as ‘Best Islamic Bank for SMEs’for its strong proposition for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)and its reputation as a top bank for business owners looking for Shari’ah-compliant goods and services.The bank actively servesmore than40,000 SMEs and the business banking segment has recorded unprecedented growth in 2024 with one in 15 UAE SMEs banking with Emirates Islamic,highlighting the strength of the bank’s value proposition.

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The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department  and Union Coop Honor Quran Memorization Achievers

The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), in collaboration with retail pioneer ‘Union Coop’, hosted a special ceremony to honor a group of individuals who have successfully memorized the Holy Quran in its entirety. The event took place at the Sheikh Rashid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Mosque, celebrating the recipients’ remarkable efforts and dedication to memorize and recite the Quranic verses, while encouraging them to continue their blessed journey.

Dr. Omar Mohammed Al Khatib, Executive Director of the Islamic Affairs Sector at IACAD, and Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki, Chief Community Relations Officer at Union Coop, attended the event, alongside several employees from both organizations.

In his speech, Dr. Al Khatib expressed IACAD’s pride in its ongoing support for Quran memorization centers and their students. He stated, “At the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department, we are committed to promoting the islamic values of tolerance among youth and providing continuous support to Quran memorizers, who serve as shining examples for our community.”

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