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Book argues fear and joy of missing out arrive together
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Michael K. Bender’s new book says FOMO and JOMO are not opposites but twin reactions to the same missed moment.
Amirplay pitches certified outdoor playgrounds and global dealership push
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Amirplay says it is expanding sales of certified outdoor children’s playgrounds worldwide, with design, production, installation and maintenance support bundled into one service.
DXD Capital opens Richmond self-storage facility
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DXD Capital has opened a new 890-unit, climate-controlled self-storage property in Richmond, Virginia, completing a three-site partnership with Mar-Gulf Management and MDI Capital.
SB19 concert film heads to North American theaters in October
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Iconic Events Releasing and CJ 4DPLEX will bring SB19 Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale in Cinemas to more than 200 North American theaters on Oct. 8 and 11. The release gives fans of the Filipino P-pop group a chance to see the concert…
Chery plans 46 NEV models and UAE launch of automated parking tech in 2027
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Chery Group said at a Middle East partner summit in Wuhu that it plans to roll out 46 new-energy vehicle models across the region and debut its SIVP automated valet parking system in the UAE in early 2027. The move is part of a broader push to…
LEORON names Lule Bunjaku Karapinar CEO for GCC markets and executive education
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LEORON Institute has promoted founding member Lule Bunjaku Karapinar to CEO, GCC Markets and Executive Education, formalizing her role in leading the company’s regional growth.
MEBIS 2026 heads to Dubai as AI reshapes banking
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More than 500 people have pre-registered for the Middle East Banking Innovation Summit 2026, set for Sept. 16-17 in Dubai.
IBM becomes title sponsor of MEBIS 2026 in Dubai
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IBM has joined the 17th Middle East Banking Innovation Summit as title sponsor ahead of the Sept. 16-17 event in Dubai, where more than 400 banking leaders will examine how AI, cloud and automation are reshaping financial services.
CHINA COMM CONS says first-half revenue rose 43% of target as overseas business grew
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CHINA COMM CONS said its 2026 interim results showed new contracts of RMB 902.9 billion and revenue of RMB 333.2 billion in the first half, with overseas growth helping offset domestic pressure.
Cricket’s Candy Creations opens first franchise in Staten Island July 1
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Cricket’s Candy Creations will open its first franchised location in Staten Island on July 1 as the New York candy brand pushes into new U.S. and international markets.
Naoero citizenship price window closes at $90,000
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Naoero’s Citizenship by Investment program will keep its current $90,000 baseline contribution through Dec. 31, 2026 before rising to $115,000 on Jan. 1, 2027. Globevisa is pitching pre-vetting support as applicants race to lock in the lower…
Combat veteran sues Maryland over shelved harassment complaint
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A former Maryland correctional officer and combat veteran says state prison officials froze her sexual harassment complaint during her military deployment and never restarted it. The federal lawsuit alleges retaliation, destroyed evidence and a…
Arabian Flora targets Gulf workers with cross-border Father’s Day gifting
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Arabian Flora is using a local-florist network across 10 countries to help Gulf-based workers send Father’s Day flowers, cakes and gifts to family members at home for June 21, 2026. The service is designed to avoid the delays and freshness issues…
Leak Content Removal expands discreet sextortion support across the Gulf
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Leak Content Removal is expanding its content removal and reputation services to clients in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC as sextortion and unauthorized image sharing rise across the region.
Gulf conflict reroutes flights in Europe and complicates compensation claims
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Renewed fighting tied to the U.S. and Iran is forcing airlines to avoid Gulf airspace, driving delays and cancellations across major European airports in July 2026. The disruption is also testing when passengers are owed compensation under UK261…
Side Equity Ventures names Paolo Cozzolino to advisory role for GCC expansion
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Side Equity Ventures LLC-Fz has appointed Paolo Cozzolino as a Limited Partner Advisory Member as the firm pushes deeper into the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
AmiViz partners with Cyberhaven to expand AI data security across the Middle East
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AmiViz has formed a strategic partnership with Cyberhaven to distribute its Unified AI & Data Security Platform across the Middle East, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Tradloc launches GCC trade intelligence platform
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Tradloc has launched a GCC market intelligence platform aimed at importers, exporters, manufacturers and trading companies.
The Curl Academy marks first year with global growth in textured hair education
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The Curl Academy is marking its first anniversary with students and community members across North America, Europe, the Caribbean and the Middle East. The Toronto-based platform says demand shows textured hair education is becoming a broader…
Stacie McClam urges schools to rethink education for the future
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Former educator and filmmaker Stacie McClam is using the summer planning season to push schools and communities to ask whether education is preparing students for a rapidly changing world.
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