Author: Mahdeehassan

Dubai, UAE :Apparel Group, the region’s leading fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate, proudly announces the successful opening of the GCC’s first-ever Sur La Table store at Dubai Hills Mall, in partnership with global brand accelerator Marquee Brands. This milestone marks the celebrated culinary brand’s debut in the region, underscoring Apparel Group’s continued commitment to introducing premium international concepts that elevate the retail landscape. Through this strategic collaboration with Marquee Brands, Sur La Table now brings customers a distinctive destination for curated kitchenware, chef-led cooking classes, and immersive experiences designed to inspire culinary enthusiasts of every level. Neeraj Teckchandani, CEO of Apparel…

International stars of the football world are coming together in Lisbon this September for the Legends Charity Game in order to raise funds for communities suffering from the effects of war and local tensions around the world. Timed to coincide with theSBC Summit in Lisbon, the Legends Charity Game on Monday 15 September is a highly anticipated match between Portugal Legends vs. World Legends, featuring some of the biggest names in the history of football. The Legends will compete in front of 60,000 Fans, and in front of millions of people that will watch the game online / on TV. With strong…

A minimally invasive robotic surgery offers a life-saving option for high-risk patients who cannot undergo transplants or traditional open-heart procedures King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has successfully performed the world’s first implantation of two artificial pumps for biventricular support (BiVAD-HMIII) using robotic technology on a patient with advanced heart failure. This groundbreaking procedure opens new horizons in circulatory support techniques for patients with complex cardiac conditions and marks a medical achievement that culminated in the patient’s recovery within a short period following the surgery. The procedure represents a major advancement in the treatment of bilateral…

SBC Summit 2025 will once again shine a light on the industry’s most pressing responsibility of safeguarding players, with a dedicated Player Protection stage running throughout the event from September 16–18 at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa (FIL). The Player Protection stage will offer the event’s 30,000 delegates an examination of how industry ethics intersect with regulation, technology, and player behaviour, featuring insights from experienced professionals across the sector. Rasmus Sojmark, Founder and CEO of SBC, said: “Player protection has rightly evolved from a regulatory checkbox to a core business strategy. As global frameworks tighten and consumer expectations rise, the operators that succeed…

Noida – Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries announced the audited consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. Financial highlights for the quarter (USD)Revenue at USD 1,564 mn; up 0.4% YoYEBIT at USD 172 mn; up 30.2% YoYEBIT Margin 11.1%; up 260 bps YoYProfit after tax (PAT) at USD 133 mn; up 30.2% YoYPAT Margin 8.5%; up 190 bps YoYFree cash flow at USD 86 mnNew deal wins TCV USD 809 mnFinancial highlights for the quarter (₹)Revenue at ₹ 13,351 crores; up 2.7% YoYEBIT at ₹…

Dubai, UAE: Belong, a new fintech platform for global Indians to invest safely and easily in India, is now available for non-resident Indians (NRI) in the UAE. Licensed by IFSCA – regulator of GIFT City, India, Belong offers a US Dollar-based Fixed Deposit (FD) starting at just USD 5,000 (AED 18,365), with high returns. Ankur Choudhary, CEO and Co-Founder, Belong, said: “Our vision is simple: to make it easier for Indians to thrive globally while staying connected to India. Every NRI has built a global identity through hard work and ambition, but financial and non-financial services in India haven’t kept up.…

Turkish Airlines, flag carrier of Türkiye, has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent. The agreement, which will take effect on August 1, 2025, was signed at a ceremony held at Airlink’s Head Office in Johannesburg, with the participation of senior executives from both companies. This strategic collaboration will significantly expand guests’ travel options by integrating Turkish Airlines’ unparalleled global network with Airlink’s extensive domestic and regional routes across South Africa and its region. The partnership enables seamless multi-sector travel on a single ticket, offering greater convenience and flexibility for…

In a significant step that reaffirms its market leadership in Jordan and strengthens its commitment to driving digital transformation in line with the national digital economy strategy, Orange Jordan announced the signing of a new strategic partnership agreement with StarLink, the leading regional IT solutions distributor based in Dubai, and part of the Infinigate group. This partnership aims to expand Orange Jordan’s ICT portfolio and provide the business sector with advanced, secure solutions that meet the demands of the digital era. The agreement was signed in the presence of Orange Jordan CEO Eng. Philippe Mansour, StarLink CEO Mr. Nidal Othman,…

Chart-topping artists Joel Corry and Imanbek will headline SBC Summit 2025’s Opening Party at Urban Beach, Lisbon, on Tuesday, 16 September. The event will welcome thousands of industry professionals for an evening of high-energy networking and world-class entertainment at one of Lisbon’s hottest summer venues. Joel Corry will bring his signature blend of dance, UKG, and pop music that has earned him over 4 billion streams worldwide. The artist behind UK number one “Head & Heart” (featuring MNEK) and chart hit “Sorry” has collaborated with industry heavyweights Charli XCX, RAYE, David Guetta, and Tom Grennan. His debut album, “Another Friday Night,” was the highest-selling UK dance album of 2023. Corry’s talents have…

AlShamlan: KFH remains committed to advancing sustainable growth and aligning with national priorities under Vision 2035 The role of Kuwait Finance House (KFH) in supporting sustainable economic growth, financial innovation and private sector development in line with Kuwait Vision 2035 was among the central topics of discussion during a recent strategic meeting between Khaled AlShamlan, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH, and a senior delegation from Oxford Business Group (OBG), led by Andrew Jeffreys, the Group’s Chief Executive Officer, and Cristina Mirica, Country Director for Kuwait. The meeting provided an opportunity for both parties to exchange insights on Kuwait’s evolving…