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2PointZero posts profit surge

Growth driven by merger consolidation.

Mashreq Q1 profit rises

Total revenue increased 10% year-on-year.

TECOM profit climbs

High occupancy across assets boosts earnings.

Emirates Stallions Q1 revenue up 11%

The rise helped by strong demand in real estate

ADNOC Distribution 2025 dividend $700m

The company had reported EBITDA of $1.17 bn in 2025.

What the world can learn from the Middle East’s wellness vision

Across the region, countries are aligning national visions with real investment in health, longevity, and quality of life.

Opinion

Gaza’s Al-Amal hospital ‘virtually out of service’: WHO

The Al-Amal Hospital in Gaza, one of the few still operating in the Palestinian territory, is now "virtually out of...

Science
Geostrategy

WHO urges pandemic plans as ‘painful’ Covid ends

Geneva, Switzerland - The head of the WHO said on Tuesday the world needs to properly prepare for future pandemics after...
  • WHO head urged nations to seal a "monumental" pandemic accord to plug preparedness gaps that were exposed during the pandemic.
  • Tedros said that in terms of emergency preparedness and response, gaps remain in the world's readiness to prevent the next pandemic.
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Global health crisis looms amid climate change: WEF

Global coalition and trillions of dollars are required to prevent escalating human deaths due to climate change, Dr. Shyam Bishen...
  • Global coalition and trillions of dollars are required to prevent escalating human deaths due to climate change, Dr. Shyam Bishen of the World Economic Forum tells TRENDS.
  • He emphasizes a strong link between climate change and human health, underscoring the critical role of private sector engagement in combating related health issues.
Science

Ultra-processed foods linked to obesity, heart disease, cancer and early death

In recent years, dozens of studies have found that people who eat lots of UPFs have a higher risk of...
  • Researchers warning of their dangers have called for taxation and even bans of products
  • However some nutrition experts have started to push back against such all-encompassing claims
Business

Sidra Medicine, GlobeMed Qatar sign pact on medical services

DOHA, QATAR – Sidra Medicine and GlobeMed Qatar have signed an agreement to offer eligible insured members of payers contracted...
  • The insured members contracted with GlobeMed Qatar will have access to Sidra Medicine’s women’s and pediatric medical services.
  • This collaboration marks a significant step in offering insured members enriched healthcare experience in Qatar.
Business

99 percent of world live in areas with air pollution levels above WHO guideline limits

DUBAI, UAE - According to World Health Organization data, 99 percent of the world’s population lives in places where air...
  • Leading businesses recognize that they have an important role in reducing air pollution alongside greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Business activity contributes significantly to air pollution globally but air pollution is not prioritized nor integrated into climate action.
Science

Vaping: lighting up, stubbing out

Developed in 2003 by the Chinese pharmacist Hon Lik, concerns are growing over the risk of teens becoming hooked on...
  • The birth of vaping comes in the year that Ireland bans smoking in workplaces, including pubs and restaurants, sparking a global clampdown on smoking indoors.
  • Many doctors welcome the devices, which are tar-free, as a potential lifesaver in the fight against cancer, heart disease, strokes and other diseases.
COP28 UAE

Global Fund to allot 70% of its funding to countries hit by climate change

Dubai, UAE--The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Global Fund) announced at COP28 that more than 70% of...
  • Peter Sands, of the Global Fund, said the fight against deadly infectious diseases "must go hand in hand with addressing climate change”
  • The fund will also invest over US$2.9 billion over the next three years in the 50 most climate-vulnerable countries to strengthen health systems
Geostrategy

250,000 people died in Europe due to air pollution, says agency

Stockholm, Sweden - Fine particle pollution caused the deaths of over 250,000 people in the European Union in 2021, according to...
  • The figure represents an increase compared to 2020, when fine particles were attributed to the premature death of 238,000 people.
  • Fine particulate matter, or PM2.5, is a term for fine particulates that are typically the by-product of car exhausts or coal-fired power plants.
Science

WHO says misuse of antibiotics undermining efficacy

Copenhagen, Denmark - Misuse of antibiotics is denting their efficacy and spawning resistant bacteria which could be responsible for 10 million...
  • WHO warned that without immediate intervention, resistance to antimicrobials -- which includes antibiotics -- could lead to up to 10 million deaths a year by 2050
  • It cited incorrect prescription as a "cause for concern," adding that in all the 14 countries, a third of the roughly 8,200 people surveyed had taken antibiotics without advice
Geostrategy

Nations start negotiations over global plastics treaty at Nairobi meet

Nairobi, Kenya -- Nations grappling with the plastic "suffocating" nature and leaching into food and the human body began fresh...
  • Around 60 so-called "high ambition" nations have called for binding rules to reduce the use and production of plastic
  • Kenyan President William Ruto described plastic pollution as "an existential threat to life, to humanity and everything in between."

What the world can learn from the Middle East’s wellness vision

Across the region, countries are aligning national visions with real investment in health, longevity, and quality of life.
Opinion

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GCC healthcare: Transforming the region and impacting the world

PwC forecasts that AI could contribute US$320 billion to Middle Eastern economies by 2030, with healthcare predicted to see some...
Science

The future is already here

Humanity is on a tech-fueled trajectory. Data and informed predictions are inspiring, showing how AI is reshaping economies, smart cities...
Analysis

Trump’s aid freeze could cause millions more AIDS deaths: UN agency

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - President Donald Trump's decision to suspend US overseas funding could result in millions more deaths from AIDS,...
Science
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Closing the women’s health gap a boon for the global economy

Closing the women’s health gap is a US$1 trillion opportunity to improve lives and economies, the WEF and McKinsey Health Institute...
  • Closing the women’s health gap could yield 75 million disability-adjusted life years annually
  • No single database comprehensively tracks the use and distribution of medications or medication quality

Improving healthcare in the intelligent age requires cultural change and collaboration

Leaders can utilize AI tools to streamline this challenging process by efficiently identifying individuals who are qualified matches to participate...
  • Embracing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare demands a mindset shift, prioritizing collaboration, openness and willingness to transform outdated workflows
  • Collaborative models such as federated learning and open datasets foster innovation while addressing privacy concerns, paving the way for a regenerative healthcare ecosystem

Saudi Arabia to host largest health event with global participation on Oct 21-23

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia is preparing to host the seventh edition of the Global Health Forum under the...
  • As one of the three most attended and fastest-growing health forums globally, the event will focus on raising health awareness and encouraging people to invest in their well-being
  • Major investment launches and agreements are expected to be announced, with a dedicated exhibition showcasing individual and business health advancements