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How Spain’s Decocer is taking quality ceramic fashion global

Decocer’s International Sales Manager, Verónica Obrero, explains her company’s approach as well as the value it can bring to clients and customers in the Middle East

Sanjay Shah

Denmark begins court trial against Sanjay Shah in fraud case

Anthony Mark Patterson, who is seen as Shah’s closest accomplice, was in February sentenced to eight years in prison in Denmark’s first criminal cum-ex trial

UAE - GREECE

UAE-Greece talks: Masdar, Mubadala expand partnership

Trade volumes between the UAE and Greece surged by 6.2 per cent during the first nine months of 2023, underscoring the resilient bilateral economic relations

Poland

Top 5 must-visit destinations in Poland: Uncover the hidden gems of Eastern Europe

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or seeking a cozy winter retreat, Poland is a destination that promises unforgettable memories

A recap of MWC 2024: The weird and the wonderful gadgets on display

From flying cars to gadgets that look like jewellery, the MWC 2024 saw tech companies showcase a range of futuristic concepts

Italy Trade Commissioner

Italian Trade Commissioner on why the UAE loves ‘Made in Italy’

Highlighting the positive trends in the market, Soldani underscores the opportunities for trade and cooperation between the two countries

Tech Mahindra - MWC 2024

Tech Mahindra’s successful outing at MWC 2024 with key signings

From signing on new clients to displaying its expertise in the green transition, Tech Mahindra made the most of its time in Barcelona

Huawei at MWC 2024

Huawei looks to entrench wearable dominance at MWC 2024

Huawei’s showcase at MWC 2024 is a glimpse into the tech giant’s capabilities in delivering high-end, fashion-forward, technology-driven products

KING CHARLES

King Charles diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace

The British monarch has begun treatments and will take a break from public engagements

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron in Oman as Red Sea tensions escalate

His visit to Muscat follows regional travel last week where he met with leaders in Israel, Qatar and Turkey

Emirates joins forces with UK in sustainable aviation push Image Emirates X

Emirates joins forces with UK in sustainable aviation push

The Solent Cluster has the potential to create a sustainable aviation fuel plant with an estimated fuel production capacity of 200,000 tonnes (200 kt) per year

Ikea furniture price discount

Your next Ikea purchase could come at a discount as raw material costs ease

The furniture retailer has announced price cuts in Germany – its biggest market by sales – as well as Sweden and the UK

UK

Has UK economy entered a recession? Q3 data suggest so

UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt said the outlook for the economy was not as bad as the updated official figures suggested

AI

Europe agrees landmark AI regulation deal

The accord requires foundation models such as ChatGPT and general purpose AI systems (GPAI) to comply with transparency obligations before they are put on the market

Schengen visa process to go digital from 2028

Schengen visa: EU Council gives nod to online application

Based on the new rules, people who plan to travel to the Schengen area can apply online for a visa once the new system becomes operational in 2028

Instagram , Facebook

Meta’s Instagram, Facebook to charge EU users for ad-free service: Report

The proposal is an attempt by Meta to comply with European Union regulations that threaten to curb its ability to personalise ads for users

2030 FIFA WORLD CUP COHOST MOROCCO

Morocco named 2030 FIFA World Cup co-host along with Spain, Portugal

Morocco will become only the second African country to host the World Cup after South Africa hosted it in 2010

UK visas fees to rise by Oct 4 2023 image: Getty Images

UK visas: Fees set to rise from October 4, here are the details

The rise in fees mean that the cost for a visit visa for less than six months is rising by GBP15 to GBP115 (around Dhs514)

70% of jet fuels at EU airports to be green by 2050 Image courtesy European Parliament

EU approves new aviation law; 70% of jet fuels at airports to be green by 2050

Based on the new EU approved law, 2 per cent of jet fuel must be sustainable as of 2025, and 70 per cent by 2050

Facebook News

Meta to remove Facebook News from UK, Germany, and France

Facebook News, a dedicated tab on Facebook’s platform spotlighting news content, is set to be phased out in early December

BMW EV

BMW reveals next-generation EV to take on Tesla, China’s BYD

Electric cars and plug-in hybrids are expected to make up 90 per cent of the world’s biggest auto market around the end of this decade

Greece wildfire

Greece battles ‘Europe’s worst-ever wildfire’

The wildfire currently spans over 810 square kilometers, and has burnt down an area larger than the New York City

Heathrow airport trials low-carbon concrete -Image Heathrow Airport Limited

Heathrow is one of world’s first airports to trial use of lower-carbon concrete

As part of Heathrow’s holistic sustainability strategy – Heathrow 2.0 – the airport is committed to reducing on the ground emissions as well as those in the air

household wealth drops

Global household wealth drops for first time since 2008 financial crisis

The bulk of the decline was felt in North American and European households which lost a combined $10.9tn

Proximie

SoftBank-backed Proximie launches virtual robotic-assisted surgery training course

The first observership programme will begin on October 16

Turkey earthquake

Earthquakes strike central Turkey; Indonesia’s Nusa Tenggara

The earthquake’s epicentre was in the country’s Adana province and tremors were felt across the eastern and southern parts of the country

Saudia Cargo

Saudia Cargo expands European services

The air cargo services provider has signed a strategic agreement with Jan de Rijk Co to expand its reach

INVESTMENT

Bahrain signs $1.3bn strategic investment deal with UK

The agreement aims to facilitate investment in sectors such as clean technology, business services and manufacturing

Birmingham Airport

Saudia launches first flight to Birmingham Airport

This is a significant step in Saudia’s strategy of expanding its international network and strengthening connections between the kingdom and the rest of the world

Silvio Berlusconi

Silvio Berlusconi, former Italian prime minister dies

Silvio Berlusconi was prime minister of Italy three times between 1994 and 2011 and his party is a junior partner in the current ruling coalition