by Noelle Marie Morales The region remains one of the most lucrative markets for green cleaning products, which is expected to reach US$51 billion globally by 2021 Continuous improvement, innovation, and environmental sensitivity have become the watchwords for the cleaning industry in the region as more and more companies in the sector are sourcing products…
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Tesla’s next Model S could have more than 300 miles of range
A Tesla Model S P100D begs the question: What’s more Ludicrous than Ludicrous? Right now, the biggest battery you can get on a Tesla Model S or Model X is a 90-kilowatt-hour pack. Capable of traveling 294 miles on a single charge (in 90D form) or rushing 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds (P90D),…
100 Kilowatt Hour Tesla Models Get European Approval
The Dutch technology blog Kenteken.tv has uncovered documents indicating that Tesla may roll out versions of the Model S and Model X with 100 kilowatt hour batteries, up from the current 90 kilowatt hour maximum size. The revelation comes from Dutch vehicle registration authorities, who have issued approval for Model S and Model X vehicles…
4 Disadvantages of a World Without Brands!
Can you imagine our world today without a single brand? Without all the brands that we’re constantly being exposed to through 24/7 advertising machine bombarding our daily life? This much commercialization might seem strange, but think about how much stranger things would be if there were no brands. You would have no choices when it…
Here’s Where Whole Foods Is Testing Its New Rewards Program
by inbusiness Whole Foods has been testing a loyalty program for about two years now, and only recently announced its intention to roll it out nationwide. The Whole Foods Market Rewards program is currently being tested in 11 locations in the Philadelphia area, where it was first introduced in 2014, and it has recently expanded…
Sweet potato toast kicks avocado toast off its pedestal
Avocado toast haters, rejoice. Sweet potato toast is now the coolest toast in town. SEE ALSO: Bacon, avocado and selfie emoji are on the way Sweet potato toast has plenty of fans, who love the dish for its taste, nutritional value (especially its abundance of beta-carotene), and its ability to adapt to nearly any diet…
Manage your events effortlessly!
Organizing an event is a demanding and overwhelming process for both individuals and businesses. Not many have the time nor the experience to plan and follow up on events. However, we have some good news for all those who are struggling with organizing events and finding the right suppliers. Silliss is a recently launched platform…
This graphic shows how Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen are related in ‘Game of Thrones’
For decades, the “Game of Thrones” fandom has mused over Jon Snow’s potential true parentage. Then, the season six finale confirmed Jon Snow as the son of Lyanna Stark — Ned Stark’s sister. Shortly after, HBO released an infographic which labeled Rhaegar Targaryen as Jon’s father. However, their graphic was extremely complicated a a bit…
Travel FAQs: Everything you need to know about compulsory e-registration at Abu Dhabi Airport
ABU DHABI // E-registration for passengers leaving from Abu Dhabi International Airport has begun and is compulsory for all. On Monday, Abu Dhabi Airports Company announced the move, saying that about 85,000 people are expected to depart the airport during the Eid Al Fitr holiday, which will start next Sunday. Abu Dhabi Airports have described…
Retail Spending in Dubai – Statistics & Trends [infographic]
From skyscrapers that kiss the clouds to manmade islands shaped into palm trees, Dubai is the place where every impossible architectural feat is brought to life. It holds several records including the tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, so tall that the residents on the top floors have to wait a while longer than the ones…
Why airlines pay to fly over other countries
by inbusiness Airlines pay a fee to fly over other countries. They’re called overflight fees. Just as countries have rights to their land, they have rights to the air above them. Most countries “rent” that airspace to foreign airlines, allowing them to fly through it. Some countries also provide air traffic control services. Part of the fee goes towards these services. There’s…
Fasting for Fertility
By Dr. Monikaa Chawla, Specialist OB/GYN – IVF, Fakih IVF Fertility Center Islamic fasting is special because of how it corrects people’s lifestyle, it promotes health and boosts spirituality of humans. Islam sees health and ‘well-being’ as much more than just bodily health, as well-being or tranquillity requires a strong relationship with one’s spirituality, good…
Money & Me: Abu Dhabi-born handbag entrepreneur inspired by father’s hard work
How did your upbringing shape your attitude towards money? My father was a self-made man who came to the UAE from Beirut and worked hard over many years to build a successful business. He made sure to provide me and my family with the things he never had when he was growing up. Seeing him…
‘Me Before You’ film slammed over ‘misrepresentation’ of people with disabilities
by inbusiness The new film Me Before You starring Hunger Games actor Sam Claflin and Game of Thrones actress Emilia Clarke has come under fire by disability campaigners for alleged “misrepresentation” of people with disabilities. In the film, Claflin’s character, banker Will Traynor, becomes a person with quadriplegia after an accident and falls in love…
Three ways the Brexit vote affects you – InBusiness
Rob Stothard/Getty Images After years of debate and speculation, Thursday night’s vote confirmed that Brexit is actually happening and the United Kingdom is going to withdrawal from the European Union. The actual process of secession will take years, but when it comes to global markets the effects are going to be immediate. Your portfolio is going…
The entire country of Portugal ran on wind, solar, and hydropower for 4 days straight
by inbusiness Reuters/Jose Manuel Ribeiro The entire country of Portugal ran on renewable energy alone for four days straight. The country was able to last 107 hours without drawing energy from non-renewable sources like thermal power plants, coal, or natural gas, according to Portugal’s ZERO System Sustainable Land Association. The data indicates that Portugal can be more…
This artist creates vibrant 3D artworks with hundreds of strips of paper
by inbusiness Instead of drawing on paper, London-based artist Yulia Brodskaya draws WITH it. Brodskaya started using a modified version of quilling — an art method that shapes strips of paper into basic designs — almost seven years ago, and has completed close to 200 projects and commissions since then. A single piece could involve…
Here’s an easy way to make working at your desk more comfortable
Here’s an easy way to make working at your desk more comfortable by inbusiness The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships so we may get a share of the revenue from your purchase. AmazonPart of my job involves testing lots of laptops. MacBooks, Chromebooks, netbooks, and…
You can now ask Amazon Echo’s Alexa to track your packages
“Alexa, where’s my stuff?” In a move that surprises absolutely no one, Amazon Echo users can now ask Alexa for tracking updates on packages from, of course, Amazon. The Echo smart speaker’s voice-assistant Alexa can now field questions related to any items you’ve ordered off its site, without needing to grab your phone or computer…
One of the best parts of ‘Destiny’ is now a punishing experience in ‘Destiny 2’
by inbusiness Bungie/Activision For all of the improvements Bungie made between the first “Destiny” game from 2014 and “Destiny 2,” which just launched earlier this month, one of the biggest changes to the game is also one of the most disappointing. In “Destiny 2,” Bungie took shaders — one of the most fun, crowd-pleasing aspects…