Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

A search and rescue helicopter at Sharjah Air Wing Section, an affiliate of the Ministry of Interior, found two young Emiratis who had gone missing after their vehicle had broken down in the desert sands of the Central Region of Sharjah.

The Sharjah Air Wing Section was tipped off by the Sharjah Police Operations Room about a four-wheel drive vehicle that had become stuck in the desert of the Al Faya area in Sharjah.

Colonel Pilot Khalifa Abdullah Al Khatri, Acting Chief of Sharjah Air Wing Section, explained that the search and rescue helicopter took off immediately after receiving the report. Air emergency staff from the Sharjah Air Wing Section accompanied the helicopter to the location and found the vehicle and the two young men. The emergency team diagnosed the situation of both Emiratis and discovered that they were in a state of severe fatigue and extreme thirst. They were then ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

    RE-LY® sub-analysis shows that Pradaxa® treatment favourably affects kidney function1 deterioration over time compared to warfarin
    Data provide additional support for long-term use of Pradaxa® in stroke prevention in non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF)1

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New data presented today indicate that kidney function decline is less pronounced in patients with an irregular heartbeat (non-valvular atrial fibrillation, NVAF) who are treated with Pradaxa®(dabigatran etexilate) compared to warfarin.1 A natural decline in kidney function is expected as part of the ageing process or as a result of other underlying diseases.2 New data support that long-term Pradaxa® treatment compares favourably to warfarin in terms of kidney function decline over time.1 The new RE-LY® study sub-analysis findi ... Read more »

Powerful New Features Including PolyPen ‘Super-Tool’, Motion Tracker and Multi-Layered Reflectance to be Highlighted at IBC 2014

FRIEDRICHSDORF, Germany - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

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(BUSINESS WIRE) MAXON today announced the immediate availability of Cinema 4D Release 16 (R16), the next generation release of the company’s industry-leading 3D software. In addition to countless workflow enhancements, Cinema 4D R16 delivers powerful new features including a modeling PolyPen ‘super-tool’, a Motion Tracker for easily integrating 3D content within live footage and a Reflectance material channel for multi-layered reflections and specularity. Release 16 reinforces MAXON’s commitment to provide creative professionals with stability, performance, unmatched integration, and a straightforward interface to optimize any workflow.

Complete list of features in Cinema 4D R16.

MAXON will internationally ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Monday, September 1st 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Matar Al Rumaithi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, Member of the Executive Council, President of Police Sports Union; extended his heartfelt congratulations and blessings to: His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai;  their brothers, their Highnesses, Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates; Crown Princes; and to the UAE citizens and residents, on the occasion of the victory of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, as champion of the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) that took place recently in Normandy, France. It is noteworthy that H.H. Sheikh Hamdan earned the gold medal in the individual championship which drew 173 of ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

 ITSU Modern Japanese Restaurant is pleased to announce the reopening in Dubai Marina Walk. The restaurant was established in early 2004, and since then it has been serving healthy contemporary food and providing a great dining experience for families, couples, and friends’ gathering. In 2014 ITSU decided to re-Launch the restaurant in modern style in response to the consumers’ needs.

At ITSU, Customers can explore and experience true hospitality and savour of exquisite Japanese dishes prepared by highly trained Chefs. The restaurant has a diverse portfolio encompassing, dinning in and catering with live station for outdoor occasions such as: birthdays, house warming, conventions and corporate meetings, yacht and private parties.

ITSU tick all the boxes, by its unique and creative menu collection for your delight and provides a consummate and unmatched international hospi ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Mardi 2 Septembre 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Moelis & Company (NYSE:MC), une grande banque d'investissement indépendante, a annoncé aujourd'hui la nomination d’Eric Cantor, ancien représentant des États-Unis pour la 7ème circonscription de Virginie et ancien chef de la majorité parlementaire, au poste de Vice-Président et de Directeur Général. M. Cantor sera également élu au Conseil d’administration de Moelis & Company.

Dans ses nouvelles fonctions, M. Cantor fournira des conseils stratégiques sur les questions-clés aux clients corporate et institutionnels de la Société. Il jouera un rôle moteur dans la prospection de clientèle et conseillera les clients sur les questions stratégiques.

Ken Moelis, Président-directeur général de Moelis & Company, a déclaré : « Chez Moelis & Company, nous offrons à nos clients nos avis et notre expérience pour les aider à prendre leurs décisions stratégiques et finan ... Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO. - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) WTAS, one of the nation’s largest independent tax firms, has acquired the rights to the iconic brand name Andersen and will rename itself Andersen Tax.

Founded in 2002 by CEO Mark Vorsatz and 22 former Arthur Andersen partners, WTAS’ strong international growth required a common identity for its global presence. In an effort to identify a brand name that it could use and protect globally, WTAS felt the ‘Andersen’ name best reflected its own culture of clients first, stewardship, transparency and best in-class solutions.

“We all came from a common culture and shared certain core values,” said CEO Mark Vorsatz. “In creating a global platform, we recognized that the development of an integrated professional service model based on common values with a common identity was essential.”

Andersen Tax, like WTAS, will be an independent glob ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Tuesday, September 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Moelis & Company (NYSE:MC), a leading global independent investment bank, today announced the appointment of Eric Cantor, former United States Representative for Virginia’s 7thCongressional District and former House Majority Leader, as Vice Chairman and Managing Director. Mr. Cantor will also be elected to the Moelis & Company Board of Directors.

In his new role, Mr. Cantor will provide strategic counsel to the Firm’s corporate and institutional clients on key issues. He will play a leading role in client development and advise clients on strategic matters.

Ken Moelis, Chairman and CEO of Moelis & Company, said, “At Moelis & Company, we offer our clients judgment and experience in order to help them with their most important strategic and financial decisions. Eric’s judgment and tremendous experience will expand the capabilities our team brings to cl ... Read more »

Providing humanitarian aid to patients and injured people

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, August 30th 2014

The Air Wing Department at the Abu Dhabi Police flew 1015 missions during the first half of 2014. The operations included 72 air-ambulance missions covering road accidents and patient transport between hospitals; 6 search and rescue missions; 224 police patrols; 522 training flights; 132 maintenance-related sorties; and some 59 missions for different police and humanitarian purposes.

Brigadier Staff Pilot Ali Mohammed Al Mazroui, Head of the Air Wing Department at Abu Dhabi Police, said: “We have 15 aircrafts operating at the department. They provide the necessary support and assistance to the different departments at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, in addition to air ambulance services and immediate search and rescue operations in remote locations or on external roads. The Air Wing’s 24/7 service also includes offsh ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany. - Monday, September 1st 2014 [ME NewsWire]

    Recent analysis of real world data document again the positive safety and efficacy profile of Pradaxa® as proven in clinical trials1-3
    Final Phase of GLORIA™-AF Registry Program now initiated in North America and Europe
    Extensive clinical research in established and new indications underway to improve patient care with Pradaxa®

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Five years on from the first breakthrough presentation of the pivotal RE-LY® clinical trial of Pradaxa® (dabigatran etexilate) for the prevention of stroke in non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF),4 extensive clinical trial and real-world data support Pradaxa® in various indications.1-12 Boehringer Ingelheim continues to grow the evidence base for Pradaxa® to improve care for patients at risk of blood clots and today annou ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, August 29th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Traffic and Patrols Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police recently organized an awareness program to enhance traffic education among students of Abu Dhabi Police Juveniles Care Center. The program was held at the Juveniles Care Center’s headquarters in Al Mafraq under the slogan “For Your Safety… Adhere to Traffic Rules”; as part of the educational program organized by the center for the inmates aged between 10 and 18. The lectures will continue till September 20th.

Captain Hamdan Hassan bin Thaiban, Acting Chief of Public Relations Section at the Traffic and Patrols Directorate in Abu Dhabi Police, indicated that the program includes educational lectures provided by a team from the Public Relations Section. The lectures are designed to  raise the level of traffic awareness among students with the aim of protecting them against  traffic accidents and their result ... Read more »