Abu Dhabi's entrepreneurial ecosystem is experiencing a rapid surge in youth-led businesses, with a remarkable 97.8% increase in registrations between 2023 and 2024. The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry reports that over 21,240 members between the ages of 18 and 35 are now affiliated with the organization, collectively holding a registered capital of …
Jordan is rapidly becoming a top choice for international film productions, attracting over 200 films from Hollywood, Arabic, and Indian cinema. According to the Royal Film Commission (RFC), this surge in film activity has injected over $500 million into Jordan's economy from 2017 to 2023. Beyond direct financial contributions, films like The Martian, Star Wars, …
A U.S. appeals court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. This marks the first time a U.S. president has tried to remove a Fed governor. The court's decision allows Cook to attend the Fed's upcoming policy meeting, where a potential interest rate cut is expected. The court's ruling …
The IDP Study Abroad Expo is bringing representatives from over 120 global universities to the UAE. The event will be held in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, September 20, and in Dubai on Sunday, September 21, from 3 PM to 8 PM on both days. The expo aims to provide students and their families with direct …
A new survey from Novo Nordisk, called INFORM, has revealed that people taking semaglutide for weight management, marketed as Wegovy, have experienced a significant reduction in "food noise." Food noise refers to intrusive thoughts about food that can negatively affect a person's mental well-being and weight loss efforts. According to the survey, the percentage of …
This article provides an overview of key financial and economic topics relevant to Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), covering retirement income, India's export market, and the country's industrial sector. Retirement Planning: A Shift Towards Mutual Funds The article suggests that while fixed deposits have been a traditional choice for Indian investors, there is a growing trend toward …
