Why Many Startups Fail in Their First Year
An accessible look at the common reasons early-stage startups collapse and practical ways founders can reduce risk. Introduction Starting a company is inherently risky. While some startups achieve rapid growth,…
244,000 Talents Identified, 10,300 Patent Applications Received in 2025
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Sharjah Police Recover Athlete’s AED 500K Belongings After Home Theft
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Oman Ambassador Presents Credentials to President of Ukraine in Kyiv
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Qatar PM and Egypt FM Meet to Curb Regional Escalation
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Northern Governorate Pursues WHO Reaccreditation with Quality Initiatives
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Saudi Arabia Hosts Nuclear Science Olympiad with 19 Countries
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Purple Saturday Initiative Concludes with Awareness and Entertainment in Musandam
The Purple Saturday initiative concluded recently in Musandam Governorate, marking a concentrated awareness and inclusion drive launched by the Ministry of Social Development to promote the rights of persons with…
Qatar Resumes Maritime Navigation and Port Operations
Qatar resumes maritime navigation amid regional tensions Qatar resumes maritime navigation, the Ministry of Transport announced on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, July 25, 2026, saying full maritime activity will…
Saudi Strikes Hit Terror Militia Targets in Iraq
Saudi strikes in Iraq: Initial Report Saudi strikes in Iraq took place hours earlier when the Saudi Ministry of Defense announced precise operations against locations it identified as bases for…