His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council, has announced the launch of the App Olympics.
In a post on X, Sheikh Hamdan wrote, "Led by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, as part of the ‘Create Apps in Dubai’ initiative, this competition encourages digital pioneers from around the world to be part of Dubai’s inspiring success story."
Emirati teenager sets sights on Lenin Peak in pursuit of Seven Summits
Emirati mountaineer Fatima Al Awadhi is preparing to climb Lenin Peak in the Pamir mountain range on the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan later this month as part of her mission to complete the Seven Summits challenge.
National Youth Orchestra Dubai makes history with Vienna debut
The National Youth Orchestra Dubai’s Strings Camerata has successfully concluded its debut performances at some of Vienna’s most prestigious concert halls, including the Wiener Konzerthaus, the Musikverein (Golden Hall), and the ORF RadioKulturhaus.
France fines Shein $26 million over consumer rule breaches; Shein to challenge
France has fined fast-fashion firm Shein about €22 million ($26 million) over issues with returns, product information and order confirmations, a penalty the company described as disproportionate and vowed to challenge.
Swatch's Royal Pop launch triggers consumer frenzy as resale prices soar
Swiss watchmaker Swatch was forced to shut stores and cap queues after the launch of its Royal Pop pocket watch in collaboration with Audemars Piguet drew large crowds and triggered brawls among shoppers.
Lights, camera, Dior: Jonathan Anderson unveils Cruise collection in dazzling LA show
French fashion house Christian Dior's new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, unveiled his first Cruise collection on Wednesday night in Los Angeles, transforming the Los Angeles County Museum of Art into a dazzling catwalk that fused high fashion with California culture.
