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SunExpress announced updated airport procedures for passengers traveling to Damascus, Syria, effective November 12. All passengers, including digital pass holders, must collect a physical boarding pass at airport counters. Check-in desks at Damascus International Airport will open three hours prior to departure due to heightened security checks.
ISPO owner Raccoon Media Group has unveiled ISPO Sports Week, a week-long event series combining business-to-business trade fairs with consumer and community activations. A Dubai edition is scheduled for September 2027, while existing exhibitions in Shanghai and Beijing will transition into ISPO Sports Week Asia editions. Amsterdam will remain the flagship hub, with a US rollout scheduled for 2028.
The UAE General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) has refreshed its three-year regulatory strategy covering 2027 to 2029. The roadmap outlines the authority's vision, mission, and five core values to govern commercial gaming activities across the country. Key priorities include public protection, market integrity, and responsible growth for licensed participants.
LuLu Group has launched a two-month nationwide sales campaign in the UAE featuring promotions, discounts, and prizes valued at AED 100 million. Running through November and December, the initiative includes themed weekly events such as a Huawei-backed Super Friday sale. The retailer noted rising consumer optimism supported by UAE government initiatives driving tourism and trade.
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