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SAIB reports $139 million Q1 net profit

its assets increased by 20.08 percent to $43.65bn.

Nissan forecasts $5.3bn annual net loss

Last year, it announced 9,000 job cuts worldwide.

Saudia to acquire 20 wide-body aircraft

10 of these being acquired for its flydaeal low-cost airline

ADIB’s Q1 net profit $517 million

Q1 2025 net profit before tax increased 18% YoY.

Emirates Islamic Q1 profit $394m

The bank's profit crossed AED 1bn mark for the first time.

Justice best solution to global challenges

Wars and conflicts have made it more difficult for millions of people to live in dignity and have in turn...
  • Investing in the unique capabilities of immigrants is essential, as the Mediterranean Sea has become one of the largest mass graves for victims of covert migration
  • Nations are required to engage in opportunities presented by global issues that strengthens resilience in a world where division is growing and threatening global peace

Empowering women open doors of possibility for communities to reach new heights: Sheikha Bodour

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) President was taking part in an event, "Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Business...
  • Sheikha Bodour emphasizes the importance of celebrating women's contributions to their communities and empowering them
  • She took part in the AUS School of Business Administration's first Women in Business event, which is part of a series of events

Tech industry careers are getting gender neutral

Women should stop thinking that they are different from men at workplaces. Instead, they should start investing in their careers...
  • It is important to be able to sense the changing business needs and adapt yourself and support your team to be in line with the change
  • Strolling, jogging, running and walking are different phases of a career growth. Enjoy each phase and hang on to things that motivate you

Unequal pay checks plague GCC workplaces

Businesses in the region need to embed diversity strategies by setting diversity KPIs to ensure fair assessments for women and...
  • Reinforcing supportive workplace culture is crucial for MENA employers to effectively attract, recruit and retain talented young women, PwC Middle East’s Norma Taki tells TRENDS
  • To make sustainable progress toward gender equality in the MENA region, businesses should embed diversity strategies aimed at ensuring fair assessments for women, she adds

Saudi Arabia’s Film AlUla launches platform for women in cinema, fashion

The launch is part of a year-round program that will allow women filmmakers to collaborate with leading industry professionals and...
  • The launch of AlUla Creates is part of a year-round program that will allow women filmmakers to collaborate with leading industry professionals.
  • AlUla Creates is part of a wider strategy to develop a film-friendly ecosystem which will include a world-class purpose-built studio.

Gulf women empowerment bid inspires global change

TRENDS explores the efforts and achievements made across GCC in promoting women's empowerment, and the impact these initiatives have had...

Women play key role in nurturing families, society

“The Emirati woman, who is confident and capable, has demonstrated her worth and distinguished presence, serving as a role model...
  • The International Women's Day celebrates the crucial role of women in society and their extraordinary contributions, says Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
  • Women are making significant strides in advancing comprehensive development across all fields and leaving an indelible mark on their communities and countries, she adds

UAE shares view at first G20 Culture Working Group meeting

ABU DHABI, UAE  - UAE Ministry of Culture and Youth (MCY) participated in the First G20 Culture Working Group (CWG)...
  • G20 members, invited countries and international organizations attended the meetings of the Culture Working Group.
  • The meeting discussed the challenges and opportunities in the cultural ecosystem on a global scale.

Dimpled sphinx statue unearthed in Egypt

The limestone artifact, believed to be a stylized representation of an ancient Roman emperor, was found inside a two-level tomb...
  • Next to the "beautifully and accurately carved" sphinx, researchers had found "a Roman stele written in demotic and hieroglyphic" scripts.
  • The country has unveiled major archaeological discoveries in recent months, primarily in the Saqqara necropolis south of Cairo but also in Giza.

Sharjah Consultative Council approves  heritage policy

SHARJAH, UAE -  The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) approved recommendations regarding the policy of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH),...
  • The Sharjah Consultative Council said that a database of craftsmen should be prepared.
  • The SCC said craftsmen should be granted licenses to practice their crafts.

Canon Middle East, Dubai Business Women Council launch ‘Women Who Empower’ campaign

Canon Middle East and DBWC launch the 'Women Who Empower' campaign, offering training and opportunities for women in imaging and...

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Hosts Qatar embrace ‘positive pressure’ of Asian Cup title defense

Doha, Qatar -- Qatar coach Tintin Marquez said Friday they relish the "positive pressure" of trying to retain their Asian Cup...

Saudi football chief brands Mancini penalty walkout ‘unacceptable’

Doha, Qatar - The president of Saudi Arabian football said Roberto Mancini's disappearing act before the end of the penalty shootout...

WEF24: AI becomes a catalyst in education equality

ASI & AI Tutor is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Education to democratize learning with AI tutors, its 20-year-old...

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Iran ‘following dreams’ in trying to win first Asian Cup since 1976

Doha, Qatar - Iran are "following our dreams" in trying to win the Asian Cup for the first time in 48...
  • Three-time champions Iran face Syria in Qatar with a quarter-final against Bahrain or pre-tournament favorites Japan up for grabs
  • Along with holders Qatar, Iran are the only team left in the competition who went through the group stage with a 100 percent record

Choice and opportunity are crucial for empowerment

"These are all campaigns into which I have poured my heart and soul. True empowerment, the kind I want for...
  • Reema Bandar Al-Saud, Saudi Ambassador to the United States of America, responds to criticism in The Washington Post regarding the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia.
  • She highlights the significant progress in women's rights and sports in Saudi Arabia, with 330,000 female athletes, advocating for a global, balanced dialogue on women's issues.

Saudi Journalists Association poll: Women, visionaries lead the way

Nearly half of the newly elected board members were women, a first in the 21-year history of this prominent media...
  • Faisal J. Abbas, Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, elected as Deputy Chairman.
  • Six women, including Noor Nugali and Thekra Al-Atyawi, achieve board positions.