INGELHEIM, Germany - Monday, August 15th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Praxbind® (idarucizumab) is the specific reversal agent for the oral anticoagulant Pradaxa® (dabigatran)1,2 Praxbind® is already available in over 5,000 hospitals worldwide and is approved in over 35 countries3 RE-VECTO will provide insights into the diverse types of situations in which reversal of an anticoagulant is performed in clinical practice (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Boehringer Ingelheim today announces its global RE-VECTO program for Praxbind® (idarucizumab), the specific reversal agent for Pradaxa® (dabigatran etexilate).1,2 Praxbind® is approved to reverse the anticoagulant effects of Pradaxa® in rare critical care situations such as prior to emergency surgery or an urgent intervention, or in cases of life-threatening or uncontrolled bleeding.1,2 The emergency situations in which Praxbind® may be used can vary greatly, ranging from a severe car accident to a ruptured appendix. Data captured in RE-VECTO will help better ... Read more »

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Monday, August 15th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- The most talented baristas from across the Middle East, Europe and Africa met up in Dubai earlier this month for an epic barista showdown to determine who can make the very best espresso as Gloria Jean’s Coffees searches for its best coffee maker. The Regional Final was won by Marcelino Lacurum from Kuwait, whose signature beverage, the ‘Cococcino’, impressed the judges with its mix of espresso coffee, coconut milk, young coconut strips and coconut flake garnish. As well as holding the title of IMEA Barista Champion for 2016, Marcelino was awarded full travel expenses to the Gold Coast, Australia, where he will compete for the chance to win AUD$3,000 cash and the title of World Barista Champion in September this year. Gloria Jean’s Coffees International Barista Competition invites the brand’s dedicated and skilled baristas from across the globe to create their best single espresso, latte and espresso ... Read more »

Search for world’s best “Nasheed” singers to get underway from 24 August Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, August 14th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Sharjah Media Corporation is preparing to launch the ninth edition of its Sharjah Munshid Programme, from 24th August – 7th September, an initiative held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the UAE Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, to identify the world’s best Nasheed (Islamic-style) singers. The programme’s 2016 tour will take it on a journey through seven Arab countries, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Algeria, Morocco and the UAE.While the tour will be limited to several Arab countries, entrants from all over the world can submit their audio and video submissions, during the programme’s tour dates, in order to be considered. Najmuddin Hashim, the Executive Producer of the Sharjah Munshid Programme, said: “Now in its ninth edition, the Sharjah Munshid Programme celebrates singers ... Read more »