Sports & Recreations

Special Olympics UAE Announces New Board of Trustees

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – June 17, 2025—Her Highness Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Founder and Honorary President of Special Olympics UAE, has approved the new structure of the organization’s Board of Trustees. The new board reflects a renewed commitment to inclusive leadership and deeper engagement with families and athletes, placing them at the heart of institutional development.

Engineer Sharif Afif Al Shami, the father of a Special Olympics UAE athlete, will chair the new board. His appointment highlights the organization’s dedication to strengthening effective partnerships with families and ensuring their integral role in shaping programs and initiatives that serve People of Determination.

The new Special Olympics UAE Board of Trustees includes individuals with extensive experience across health, education, media, and social development sectors.

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Education

RIT Dubai hosted graduation of NOMU Al Ghurair Women in AI program

100 Emirati women empowered to excel in Artificial Intelligence

June 17,2025: Dubai, UAE: Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has hosted the graduation of the NOMU Al Ghurair Women in AI program, in collaboration with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF) and the pioneering educational institution, ZAKA. The event recognised the achievements of 70 Emirati & Arab women who successfully completed the 20-week AI Certification program with ZAKA, which was established to increase the skills capacity in artificial intelligence and machine learning in the UAE.

Graduates of the NOMU Al Ghurair Women in AI program receive their certificates

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Shopping & Promotions

Union Coop Supports Local Suppliers with Over 6,000 National Products

Union Coop remains deeply committed to supporting national industries and empowering local entrepreneurs and farmers, continuing its role as a strategic partner in realizing the wise leadership’s vision for a diversified and sustainable economy

Dubai, UAE:

The CEO of Union Coop, Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi stated that the cooperative operates under a comprehensive plan to support local suppliers through operational, technical, and commercial facilitation. This includes exemptions from certain fees, simplified listing procedures, and discounts of up to 50% on display charges. Additionally, Union Coop provides logistical and marketing support within its outlets and organizes promotional events and field visits to local farms and factories, all of the efforts that help strengthen the relationship between producers and consumers.

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Food & Dining

Starbucks Expands Everyday Access to Premium Coffee Across Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, KSA – 17 June 2025 — Starbucks at Alshaya Group has introduced a SAR 7 price point for its premium brewed coffee and cold brew, reaffirming its long-term commitment to offering high-quality, handcrafted coffee experiences accessible to more customers across the Kingdom.

Mohammad Mahmoud Al Najjar, Senior Vice President, Starbucks MENA

The offering includes Starbucks® Pike Place® Roast, a smooth, well-rounded blend of Latin American coffees and a customer favorite in Saudi Arabia, voted the number one coffee in the market. Also available is Starbucks® Cold Brew, handcrafted in small batches daily and slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours — made from a custom blend of beans grown specifically to brew long and cold for a naturally sweet, super-smooth flavor.

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Technologies

UAE-IX Powered by DE-CIX Introduces 400 Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity, Strengthening Position as the Largest Internet Exchange in the Middle East

DE-CIX and datamena have upgraded the UAE-IX to offer 400 Gigabit Ethernet, enhancing its status as the largest and most advanced Internet Exchange in the Middle East and supporting the region’s digital growth.

Ivo Ivanov – CEO DE-CIX

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