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In a bold move to deepen its footprint across emerging markets, global digital commerce giant PayPal has officially inaugurated its first-ever regional headquarters for the Middle East and Africa at Dubai Internet City. This strategic expansion underscores PayPal’s commitment to enabling millions of consumers and businesses across the region to access the global digital economy. The new hub aims to deliver seamless payment solutions, enterprise-grade security, and enhanced access to international payment networks, empowering businesses—from multinational corporations to small and medium enterprises (SMEs)—to trade confidently across borders. Speaking at the Dubai AI Festival 2025, Suzan Kereere, President of Global Markets…
Economic Slowdown and Recession Risks The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has reported that ongoing trade conflicts are dampening global economic growth. The OECD downgraded its global growth forecast, citing that increased trade barriers are undermining economic activity and fueling inflation. In the United States, French central bank chief François Villeroy de Galhau warned that the country risks entering a recession due to the ongoing global trade war. He emphasized that the unpredictability of recent trade measures is a major negative global shock, affecting investment and output. Supply Chain Disruptions and Increased Consumer Costs Trade wars have…
DAYTONA BEACH, FL — 2024 Ferrari Challenge Champion Dylan Medler delivered a commanding performance at Round Two of the Ferrari Challenge North America Trofeo Pirelli Championship, winning both Saturday and Sunday races at the legendary Daytona International Speedway. Following his standout victory in Monza, Medler continued his winning streak in Daytona, thrilling fans with two days of electrifying, edge-of-your-seat racing. Both races saw intense, wheel-to-wheel battles among the championship frontrunners — Medler, Massimo Perina, and Johnny Kaminsky — in what can only be described as a spectacular showcase of driving skill and racecraft. Elite Competition on Display “The racing this…
Olympic medalist and world-renowned boxing coach Tony Jeffries has officially broken a Guinness World Record with an astonishing 147,218 full-extension punches thrown over a grueling 24-hour period. The record-setting feat was streamed live by Space Live Productions, turning the challenge into a global spectacle of endurance, precision, and production innovation. Held at GymNation, one of the UAE’s largest fitness hubs, the event wasn’t just a display of physical prowess but also a masterclass in live event broadcasting. The venue’s dynamic environment added an extra layer of energy, as gymgoers witnessed the historic attempt unfold in real time. A Fusion of…
A prominent international film production and distribution company with strong connections in both the United States and China, has officially announced the development of its latest feature film, Sapphire Lies—a romantic drama that delves into themes of love, family, crime, and transformation across cultural boundaries. A Tale of Truth and Redemption Behind Deception Set against the visually contrasting landscapes of Las Vegas and rural Wyoming, Sapphire Lies follows the story of Kelly, a cocktail waitress who moonlights as a small-time con artist. Her life takes an unexpected turn after a chance encounter with Jack, a military veteran. When Jack’s grandmother,…
In a landmark step toward strengthening local capacity in the healthcare sector, the State Trading Organization (STO) has successfully trained and graduated the first cohort of local radiographers in the Maldives. The initiative was launched in response to a 2018 study conducted by GE Healthcare, which revealed a significant gap in Maldivian representation within the country’s healthcare workforce—particularly in radiography, a field largely dominated by foreign professionals. In an effort to address this shortfall, STO partnered with GE Healthcare to introduce a locally-run radiography training programme. Strategic Partnership and Institutional Development The partnership was formalised with a Memorandum of Understanding…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, India, on Sunday. In an official message, President Muizzu expressed profound shock and sorrow over the incident, which claimed the lives of innocent civilians and left several others injured. He described the attack as a stark reminder of the persistent threat terrorism poses to global peace, security, and democratic values. Reaffirming the Maldives’ unwavering commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, President Muizzu called for greater international solidarity and cooperation to address the scourge of…
The Maldivian government has awarded two major state-owned enterprises (SOEs) contracts worth MVR 316 million to develop and expand healthcare infrastructure across three islands, aiming to bring tertiary-level medical services closer to residents in the atolls. At a signing ceremony held at the Ministry of Health today, agreements were formalized with Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) and Road Development Corporation (RDC) to design and construct hospital facilities in R. Ungoofaaru, Lh. Naifaru, and GDh. Thinadhoo. ޅ. ނައިފަރު ހޮސްޕިޓަލް އިމާރާތް ކުރުމުގެ މަސައްކަތުގެ އެއްބަސްވުމުގައި ޞިއްޙީ ވުޒާރާ އާއި މި ކޯޕަރޭޝަނާއި ދެމެދު މިއަދު ވަނީ ސޮއި ކޮއްފައެވެ. #TeamRDC pic.twitter.com/B45hUK35T9 — Road Development…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has expressed optimism that the Maldives’ enduring foreign currency shortage will be resolved within the next two years, enabling the public to access U.S. dollars at official bank rates by 2027. The President made the remarks during the debut episode of Spot On, a new social media podcast series launched to engage directly with the Maldivian youth. Addressing foreign exchange concerns raised by young citizens, he acknowledged the issue’s complexity but assured that ongoing government measures are laying the groundwork for lasting solutions. “The dollar issue will take time to resolve, but if the measures we…
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed his commitment to shaping a developed Maldives with youth at the heart of national progress, as he launched the first episode of Spot On!, a new social media podcast series dedicated to engaging with young Maldivians. Addressing the nation’s youth directly, President Muizzu expressed that his ultimate goal is to transform the Maldives into a developed nation, powered by the active participation of its younger generation. With young people comprising approximately one-third of the country’s population, the podcast episode served as both a message of encouragement and a roadmap for youth-led development. “I want…