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Gulf Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
UAE Flights: Air Arabia Starts Resuming Operations
Sharjah-based airline Air Arabia confirmed on Wednesday that it has started resuming operations on previously suspended flights. 'As regional airspace continues to open, Air Arabia is gradually resuming operations. Customers are advised to visit to check the latest updates and their flight status. Affected passengers will be notified directly via SMS and email,' the airline said. 'Air Arabia remains fully committed to the safety of our customers and crew, and we appreciate your patience and understanding during this period,' the airline added. In an earlier update, the airline said it had temporarily suspended all flights to and from Iran, Iraq, Russia, Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan until June 30. Jordan flights were on hold until June 26. Earlier today, Dubai-based carrier flydubai said it will resume operations to the Syrian capital from June 26, 2025. This move comes as more airspace in the region reopens and restrictions are lifted. The carrier plans to resume its full schedule across the network from July 1, following the completion of all necessary assessments. 'This remains a developing situation, and both flight and network planning are continuously reviewed, with flydubai operating within approved international air corridors and adjusting frequencies as required,' the airline said. In Abu Dhabi, Etihad flights to Tel Aviv, will remain suspended until July 15, the Abu Dhabi-based airline said. Meanwhile, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has cancelled flights to and from the UAE until June 30, in line with a similar move by Hungarian carrier Wizz Air. Dubai's flagship carrier, Emirates, announced on Tuesday that its regularly scheduled flight operations have fully resumed, experiencing only 'minimal disruptions'. Also read: Qatar Airways CEO Reveals Details Behind Travel Recovery: 151 Disrupted Flights, 20,000 Passengers Diverted Mid-Air, 35,000 Meals for Stranded Passengers
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Health
- Al Etihad
UAE-led diabetes research initiative embarks on space mission
25 June 2025 22:55 SREENIVASA REDDY (ABU DHABI)In a milestone for the UAE's scientific aspirations, a pioneering healthcare research initiative has been launched into space aboard Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission, which took off from Kennedy Space Centre in Florida after several delays. Central to the mission is Suite Ride, a novel research effort developed in partnership between Abu Dhabi-based Burjeel Holdings and Axiom Space, aiming to redefine the potential of space travel for individuals living with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM)—a condition previously seen as incompatible with Ax-4 mission has now set course for the International Space Station (ISS), where its four-member international crew will undertake 14 days of scientific work in microgravity. Their agenda includes conducting technology demonstrations and biomedical research that promise to advance knowledge across multiple Suite Ride study is designed to test the effectiveness of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)—now standard for diabetes management—under conditions of microgravity. These monitors will collect real-time glucose data throughout the mission, with comprehensive protocols spanning the preflight, inflight and postflight phases. In addition, the mission will examine how insulin behaves in space, evaluating its stability and potency after the scientific component of the project is Dr Mohammad Fityan, Chief Medical Officer at Burjeel Medical City and Clinical Lead for the Burjeel–Ax-4 Space Health Research. Working closely with Axiom Space's team, Dr Fityan will analyse CGM data to understand how these technologies perform in orbit, with the aim of translating the findings into practical healthcare solutions on Earth.'After months of preparation, we're excited to see our research project take flight aboard Ax-4. We're confident that the valuable insights gained will help improve healthcare access in underserved and hard-to-reach communities around the world, including in the MENA region,' said Dr commemorate the occasion, Burjeel Medical City is hosting a special exhibition highlighting the Suite Ride initiative, offering the UAE public and scientific circles an opportunity to engage with the broader implications of space health research. The UAE Embassy in Washington, D.C. also recently featured the project as a notable milestone in the country's growing role in human the Suite Ride mission is taking place against the backdrop of a steep rise in diabetes prevalence. The International Diabetes Federation projects 783 million cases by 2045, with the MENA region expected to see an 87% increase—underlining the urgent need for advanced remote healthcare technologies. Commanded by NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, the Ax-4 mission crew includes Mission Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla (India) and Mission Specialists Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski (ESA/Poland) and Tibor Kapu (Hungary). Collectively, they are set to conduct over 60 experiments sourced from 31 countries.
Al Etihad
5 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Aldar's MSCI ESG Rating upgraded to ‘A'
24 June 2025 12:05 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Aldar has entered the top quartile of global real estate companies ranked by MSCI ESG Ratings, following an upgrade in its score from 'BBB' to 'A'. The move highlights the Abu Dhabi-based developer's sustained commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and marks a significant milestone in its pursuit of sustainable business ESG Ratings are a benchmark used by global investors to assess a company's exposure to ESG risks and its ability to manage them relative to peers. Aldar's improved rating signals that its ESG strategy is having a measurable impact across operations and that it is successfully managing long-term sustainability risks.'This upgrade reflects the significant strides we've made in embedding ESG as a core principle of how we do business across the group,' said Faisal Falaknaz, Group Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer at Aldar. 'As we continue delivering on our strategic growth roadmap, we remain committed to responsible value creation and transparency, ensuring we contribute positively to our stakeholders, the local economy, and the environment.'The most notable area of improvement was governance. Aldar's corporate behaviour score — which assesses business ethics and transparency — increased by 2.1 points to reach 8.3 out of 10, placing it at the high end for the real estate sector in emerging EMEA markets. Gains in governance, coupled with enhancements in environmental performance, were instrumental in lifting the company's overall MSCI MSCI recognition complements Aldar's existing accolades. In 2024, Aldar secured the number one position in the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the regional real estate sector. It also received a 'low risk' ESG Risk Score of 15.75 from Sustainalytics, exceeding peer operational sustainability is underscored by its performance in green building initiatives. Last year, 80% of its new developments received a 3 Pearl Estidama rating or higher — a rating system overseen by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council. Furthermore, 23% of its retrofitted assets achieved either LEED Gold or Platinum status, the highest classifications awarded by the US Green Building Council. The developer's commitment to net zero by 2050 is already delivering measurable results. In 2024, Aldar reported a 34% reduction in average energy use intensity in its low-carbon design projects. Additionally, it achieved a 24% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 19% reduction in Scope 2 emissions. These reductions underscore the company's proactive approach to decarbonisation. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Dubai Eye
5 days ago
- Dubai Eye
Etihad reroutes flights amid airspace restrictions
Etihad Airways is re-routing several flights on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24 due to airspace restrictions across parts of the Middle East. The airline says the situation is evolving and is being closely monitored for security and operational updates. Passengers may experience delays or disruptions over the coming days, with the carrier urging travellers to double-check their flight status. "Etihad Airways flights only operate through approved airspace, safety is always our highest priority and we would never operate a flight unless it was safe to do so," the Abu Dhabi-based carrier said in a statement on its website.
Qatar Tribune
6 days ago
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Gundogan double helps Man City thrash Al Ain at Club World Cup
PA Media/dpa Atlanta, Georgia Ilkay Gundogan scored twice as Manchester City thrashed Al Ain 6-0 to secure their place in the last 16 of the Club World Cup. The Premier League side were far too strong for their Abu Dhabi-based opponents under a closed roof at Atlanta's spectacular Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The result seemed certain from the moment Gundogan, who has been linked with a move to Galatasaray, opened the scoring - perhaps fortuitously - by lobbing the keeper after eight minutes. Teenager Claudio Echeverri marked his first City start by adding the second from a free-kick and Erling Haaland made it 3-0 at half-time from the penalty spot. Gundogan finished off a neat move after 73 minutes before substitutes Oscar Bobb and Rayan Cherki struck late on to ensure City and Juventus will progress from Group G. The two sides will meet in Orlando on Thursday to settle top spot, with Real Madrid potentially lying in wait in the first knockout round. City, who made 11 changes from their opening win over Wydad Casablanca, were quick to take charge, although it was not obvious if Gundogan intended his chip as an attempt on goal. The Germany midfielder beat a challenge and delicately lofted the ball in the direction of Haaland at the back post, but no extra touch was required as the ball dropped into the net. Despite their clear superiority, City did still have some awkward moments at the back and one such saw Nassim Chadli break through on goal but Stefan Ortega touched the former Morocco youth international's shot behind. There was a lengthy delay as Echeverri, making his first City start, required treatment following a collision. The Argentinean's problem was clearly not too serious as moments later he stepped up to curl in City's second after Matheus Nunes was hauled down after 27 minutes. Haaland could have added another within seconds after robbing Park Yong-woo and rounding Khalid Eisa but he shot across goal from a tight angle. As the first Mexican waves of the evening gathered momentum, Josko Gvardiol went even closer when he headed against the post. Haaland dragged another effort wide after being played in by Bernardo Silva but he finally got his goal after City were awarded a penalty in first-half stoppage time. The referee initially ignored City's claims after Manuel Akanji was wrestled to the ground by Ramy Rabia but the decision was changed after a VAR review. Haaland, who attracted criticism after handing a penalty to Omar Marmoush - who subsequently missed - in the FA Cup final, calmly sent the keeper the wrong way. Nunes went close to adding to the score after a clever flick and turn but his volley flew narrowly side. Phil Foden, who came on at half-time, picked out Haaland with a low cross from the left but Eisa denied him with a double save. The fourth goal came when Gundogan took a pass from Silva and brilliantly dinked over Eisa. City rammed home their advantage in the closing minutes as Bobb fired a shot inside the post and new signing Cherki struck with a low effort from the edge of the area.
