BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 June 2024 – As the world is shifting from the global warming phenomenon to “global boiling” which aggravates the severity of the environmental problem, the effort to create “low-carbon society” has become an urgent priority. However, it is a challenging task to encourage business organizations, consumers and all sectors in the society to go beyond their same old behavior […]
Kuwait City, Kuwait – In response to a brutal heatwave that has gripped the nation, Kuwaiti authorities have been forced to implement rolling blackouts in certain areas. With temperatures exceeding 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) in recent days, the country’s power grid has struggled to keep up with the surge in electricity demand caused by residents cranking up their air conditioners. The Ministry of Electricity and […]
Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, is surging as a breeding ground for innovative startups, according to a recent report by Startup Genome, an international research organization. The report ranks Riyadh as the fourth most promising startup ecosystem in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This impressive achievement is just one facet of a broader trend – three Saudi Arabian cities secured spots on the prestigious list. […]
Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has inaugurated a new route connecting Abu Dhabi to Jaipur, a significant cultural and commercial center in northwest India. The service, marked by a celebratory event at Jaipur International Airport today, offers four non-stop flights per week. This expansion strengthens Etihad’s presence in the Indian market, a sector experiencing a surge in outbound travel. The airline has increased its India capacity […]
Master Supply Agreement for the delivery of 63 wind turbines with a capacity of up to 15 MW from Siemens Gamesa Gennaker project continues to progress Adding 945 MW to the clean energy transition in Germany HAMBURG, GERMANY – EQS Newswire – 19 June 2024 – Skyborn Renewables (Skyborn) advances the Gennaker offshore wind project with an updated Master Supply Agreement signed today with Siemens Gamesa for […]
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, has entered into a strategic partnership with a leading Indian defense company, according to sources familiar with the deal. Specific details regarding the agreement, including the identity of the Indian company and the size of the stake acquired, remain undisclosed. However, industry analysts suggest the move signifies ADIA’s growing interest in the burgeoning […]
VinFast’s VF 8 awarded 2024 ‘Best Child Protection‘, ‘Best Safety Assistance‘, ‘Best Motorcyclist Safety‘, ‘Best Car‘ and ‘Best SUV‘ by ASEAN NCAP The VF 8 combines Pininfarina design, highlighted by the use of quality sustainable materials, a vast range of advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) and highly tailorable connectivity and immersive systems for entertainment and utility application A comprehensive warranty package – 10 years or 200,000 kilometers […]
Over 70% of SMEs Expect Business Growth of At Least 4% Close to 60% Eye Development in Greater Bay Area HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2024 – Dah Sing Bank, Limited (“Dah Sing Bank” or “the Bank”) said today that according to the findings of its “2024 Survey on Business Opportunities for SMEs” (the “Survey”), Hong Kong’s small and medium enterprises (“SMEs”) […]
James M Dorsey Israeli military triumphs and exploits often produce battlefield victories that fail to garner political gains. The Gaza war has changed that paradigm. It has produced neither a military nor a political victory. Adding fuel to the fire, Israel has abandoned the notion that soft power is as important as hard power in the vein of scholar Joseph Nye, who recently cautioned that “ignoring or neglecting […]
South Korean frontrunner in recycled carbon black, LD Carbon, has secured $28 million in a Series C funding round. The investment, led by Toyota’s growth arm Woven Capital, will propel LD Carbon’s mission of scaling up production of eco-friendly carbon black and pyrolysis oil derived from recycled tires and end-of-life vehicles. This significant funding round reflects growing recognition of LD Carbon’s innovative approach to a critical material […]
Find X7 Ultra battery experience ranks number one in DXOMARK Global Smartphone and Ultra-Premium Categories Find X7 Ultra’s outstanding battery experience, impressively balanced performance in autonomy, charging and efficiency, all contribute to its class-leading battery score SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2024 – OPPO Find X7 Ultra, the Ultimate Camera Phone, has achieved DXOMARK’s Gold Battery Label, placing first in its smartphone battery […]
Dubai, the United Arab Emirates’ tourism hub, clarified on Tuesday that it would not be hosting the Islamic pilgrimages of Hajj and Umrah in 2005, or any other year. The clarification comes amidst rumors circulating online suggesting Dubai’s intention to hold these pilgrimages. Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, is one of the five pillars of Islam and a mandatory duty for all Muslims […]
Joins Forces with Amoy Plaza Tenants to Create First Mall with Carer Cafés in Hong Kong Provides Comprehensive Support for Dementia Patients and Their Carers HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – Hang Lung Properties (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”), in its continuing efforts to build a dementia friendly community, has announced a partnership with Hong Kong Christian […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to witness a significant surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, with a PwC report predicting EVs capturing a quarter of all new car and light commercial vehicle sales by 2035. This represents a substantial leap from the current 3% share, highlighting the UAE’s potential to become a major player in the global EV market. PwC’s Mobility Outlook report forecasts a […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is taking a significant stride towards its ambitious clean energy goals with the successful completion of its first large-scale wind farm project. This landmark achievement, constructed by PowerChina, a leading participant in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is not only delivering renewable energy but also fostering knowledge transfer and sustainable development practices. The UAE Wind Program, located at the crossroads of […]
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – BIGO Live, a global leader for social livestreaming platforms in Vietnam, held a seven day online broadcasting campaign, Solar Gate– Live for Children to raise funds for Làng Thiếu Niên Thủ Đức. Thủ Đức offers orphans from birth to sixteen years old care, love, and education. The organization works to create a safe […]
The International Energy Agency (IEA) warns that Africa’s long-term economic prosperity hinges on a significant increase in clean energy investments. While the continent is blessed with abundant renewable resources, fossil fuels continue to dominate its energy sector. The IEA’s Africa Energy Outlook 2023 report underscores Africa’s potential to transform into a global clean energy leader, but achieving this ambitious goal requires substantial financial commitments and well-defined policy […]
The Biden administration is signaling its willingness to utilize the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) once more to combat rising gasoline prices, according to a report in the Financial Times. This move comes amid concerns that fuel costs could climb again this summer, placing a further strain on American consumers. Amos Hochstein, a senior advisor to President Biden, expressed the administration’s stance to the Financial Times, acknowledging that […]
Climate change is no longer a distant threat on the horizon, but a looming crisis for coastal cities around the world. As sea levels rise due to melting glaciers and thermal expansion of the oceans, densely populated urban centers face an existential threat. These megacities, already strained by resource limitations and infrastructure issues, are particularly vulnerable to the inundation of low-lying areas, saltwater intrusion into freshwater supplies, […]
The future of food security in the Middle East is getting a boost thanks to a new partnership between the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Water Security Authority (AGWA) and Believer Meats, a leading cultivated meat company from the United States. This collaboration aims to establish Abu Dhabi as a hub for research, development, and production of cultivated meat, a revolutionary technology that grows meat from animal cells […]
Oman’s electricity grid is anticipating a significant rise in demand with twelve energy-intensive projects queuing up for connection. These projects, spread across various sectors, are expected to add hundreds of megawatts to the national power requirement. Leading the pack is a 200-megawatt crypto-mining facility planned for Salalah by Green Data City. The data center project from United Projects Achievements in Sohar Freezone is another major addition, projected […]
The Doing Good Index 2024 reveals Asia’s social sector is unprepared for technological challenges HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2024 – The Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS), a uniquely Asia, independent, action-oriented research and advisory organization, released the 2024 edition of its flagship study, the Doing Good Index. The study finds that despite the rapid digitalization of the Asian social […]
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), a titan of UAE industry outside the oil and gas sector, has taken a significant step towards its sustainability goals. The company announced that its recent acquisition of Leichtmetall, a European specialty foundry, was financed entirely through its first-ever green loan facility. Financial details of the acquisition remain undisclosed, but the innovative use of green financing underscores EGA’s commitment to environmental responsibility. Leichtmetall’s […]
