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Filipino Times
13-07-2025
- Business
- Filipino Times
Dubai Police launch ‘Happiness Kiosk' to empower youth
The Dubai Police, in collaboration with the Emirates Down Syndrome Association, launched the 'Happiness Kiosk' initiative to empower and train individuals with Down Syndrome. Operated by students from the Emirates Down Syndrome Hospitality Academy, the kiosk ran for a week at the Dubai Police General Headquarters. The initiative aligns with the UAE's broader efforts to promote inclusion and community engagement, especially for people of determination. The kiosk highlighted the hospitality skills of participants, who prepared and served coffee, biscuits, and other handmade treats. Their products were met with praise and enthusiasm from the public and government officials. This partnership is part of the Emirates Down Syndrome Association's long-term projects that aim to provide specialized training and employment pathways. The association has already launched tailored training programs and its first product line, complete with branding and official licenses. Graduates of the academy have taken part in major national events such as the Arab Reading Challenge, Sustainable Impact Challenge Awards, DP World Excellence Awards, and the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad. These engagements demonstrate the capabilities of individuals with Down Syndrome and promote their visibility and participation in society. Dubai Police reaffirmed their commitment to fostering a sustainable and inclusive environment for people of determination through strategic partnerships and continuous cooperation with relevant organizations.
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Daily Mail
CRAIG BROWN: Acropolis now - off the beaten track in Greece
Your unmissable, essential Guide To The Greek Islands of ancient myth. KIOSK Measuring 3ft 6in by 7ft, Kiosk is the smallest of the Greek Isles, but comes surprisingly well-stocked with street maps, cigarettes, magazines and cheaper items of confectionery. The perfect holiday destination for those who prefer to stay in one place, and ideal, too, for those looking to buy British Sunday newspapers on the following Thursday. IKEA A range of hotels recently opened on the popular Isle of Ikea. 'It's a whole new concept in luxury accommodation, designed for guests in search of something that little bit different,' boasts the brochure. On arrival, guests are awarded a free set of Allen keys to help them assemble their bed, chair, table and shower curtains. Explanatory diagrams, complete with arrows pointing in all directions, are provided free of charge. The island of Ikea offers plenty of useful activities, from pick-your-own-fruit farms to restaurants in which customers are given coal and matches, a string of sausages and easy-to-assemble cooking utensils. Those wishing to embark on a sunset cruise around the bay may hire transport, but remember to allow two-to-three hours to inflate your lilo. TYPOS 'Welmoce To Typos Airpot' reads the banner that greets tourists. Well-placed signs direct visitors to Car Prak, Trans, Currants Exchang, Lungage Pig-Up and Dirty Free. There's plenty to do on the island, including water-spots, hopping and crazy glof. Hellcopter rides are heavily boked. Typos is an isle of cotnrasts, with indrustial cities to the nroth, and rolling pills to the south. Luxury accomodation is provided by the Majestic, a five-rats muxury hotel. PARANOIA With its palm trees regularly swaying a full 180 degrees in the wind and its waves offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience to the unwary bather, the sun-drenched Isle of Paranoia is a must for those craving adventure. Be sure to drive your hire car at breakneck speed along the famously zig-zagging northern cliff route. The highways agency has thoughtfully placed irregular gaps in the clifftop barriers for those who wish to edge that little bit closer to catch sight of the sea crashing on to the rocks below. The Isle of Paranoia is self-governed by the military, which enforces strict codes of behaviour. Shorts are to be worn only by those under six years of age; seniors apprehended in shorts and/or baseball caps will find themselves enjoying six hours in the picturesque stocks adjacent to the famous tomato market. Important note for all tourists: two exit gates are to be found in the Paranoia Airport arrivals, letting visitors decide for themselves whether to go through Something To Declare or Something To Hide. PATHOS How many of these have you spotted so far? Six must-see sights on Pathos: 1) A one-eyed, three-legged dog called Lucky. 2) Liz Truss, complaining that Donald Trump still hasn't returned her call. 3) A clown fighting back tears. 4) A visitor centre, closed for the holidays. 5) A town crier who has lost his voice. 6) Liz Truss, boasting loudly over a tumbler of retsina that Rudy Giuliani has asked her to make herself available for dinner in November, on the off-chance that Huw Edwards can't make it. ATMOS The historic market town of Atmos prides itself on its multi-storey car park, statue of a 19th-century deputy mayor in a suit and tie, and a shopping mall boasting H&M, Gap, JD Sports and Walmart. The town's three-star Hotel Reasonable offers a lunchtime buffet of food left over from the previous night's dinner, but with added parsley. On no account miss the annual Neil Sedaka festival, this year hosted by Rylan Clark.
Local Germany
27-05-2025
- Local Germany
What's open and closed in Germany on Ascension Day?
Ascension Day, known as Christi Himmelfahrt in German, is among the nine public holidays that are observed in all federal states. It's observed on May 29th this year, so those living in Germany should expect most businesses to be closed on Thursday. The day is also known as Father's Day ( Vatertag ) or Men's Day ( Männertag ), and many German men take it upon themselves to spend the day hiking outside with a wagon full of beer in tow. Almost all supermarkets are to be closed for the holiday, as will be offices, government services and schools. Restaurants, cafes and beer gardens on the other hand can often remain open as holiday traffic makes it a good day for business. Here's an overview of what's open and what's closed on May 29th. Grocery stores Almost all supermarkets, as well as most independent shops will be closed closed for Christi Himmelfahrt. However, there are certain supermarkets (typically found in central train stations, airports or petrol stations) that are legally allowed to remain open on Sundays and holidays. So if you know of a grocery store in your local Bahnhof where you like to shop on Sundays it may also be open on May 1st, but do check the store's hours before heading out, as holiday hours may vary. Small kiosks or Spätis -- especially those in big cities -- sometimes also remain open, and can work in a pinch if you need last minute snacks or drinks. Bakeries are also sometimes allowed to open for a few hours on public holidays -- usually in the morning. But holiday hours here depend on the operator, so you're advised to ask ahead before counting on picking up fresh bread on Thursday morning.. You may also find the odd exception in the form of a local corner store such a Spätkauf or Kiosk , but generally speaking, you'll be better off assuming that nothing will be open and doing your shopping for Thursday ahead of time. REVEALED: Where to buy groceries on a Sunday in Berlin People sit on banks of the Elbe River in Dresden on Father's Day. Photo: picture alliance/dpa/dpa-Zentralbild | Robert Michael Bars, restaurants and cafés As mentioned above, many hospitality businesses, especially those in tourist areas and big cities, will want to stay open to cater to the holiday crowds. But it is also sometimes the case that business owners or staff would rather have the day off themselves. Put simply, if you're out and about in a bigger city for the holiday, you shouldn't have much trouble finding something to eat or a place to have a drink, but you'll want to check in advance if you have plans to meet friends at a particular place. Advertisement Offices, banks and schools Almost all offices are set to be closed on May 29th, as are banks, post offices and public administration offices. Since the holidays falls on a Thursday this year, some offices (and many workers) may decide to 'bridge' the holiday and remain closed Friday as well. Schools also close and, once again, some schools may decide to give their pupils (and teachers) the Friday off too. READ ALSO: Brückentag, Fenstertag and Zwickeltag - All the German words for getting longer holiday weekends Public transport & emergency services Public transport runs as usual on holidays including Christi Himmelfahrt , but be aware that transport in most cases will be running on a holiday timetable with reduced services. Most doctors' and dentists' practices will be closed for the day, so if you do have a non-urgent medical procedure scheduled for May 29th, you may want to check ahead that the appointment was not made in error. But emergency services will of course function normally, with hospitals remaining open. If you have a non-emergency medical issue on Thursday, you can dial 116 117 or try this website for a directory for local medical offices near you. In an emergency, call 112 for the fire brigade or ambulance or 110 for the police. Most pharmacies will be closed, so it's best to ensure you have enough medication ahead of the holiday. But German regulations require a certain amount of pharmacies to remain open for emergency purposes. If you need one, you can find a list of emergency service pharmacies here . Advertisement Tourist attractions and leisure activities Many museums and other major tourist attractions close for public holidays, but some maintain holiday hours. So check ahead for the holidays hours before heading to a particular attraction on Thursday. Alternatively, if you're visiting Germany at this time, the holiday offers an opportunity to experience contemporary German cultural traditions. On Father's Day, men walk along the north shore of the Maschsee with their wagons full of beers. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Moritz Frankenberg You could do as the Germans do and take a crate of beer to the nearest forest or lake, and not return home until every last drop has been drunk. For both drinkers and non-drinkers alike, the holiday is celebrated by many Germans with a trek or a bike ride into nature with a group of friends. EXPLAINED: Why Germans get wholly wasted on Ascension Day Or you could take it easy and plan your day around any of the special events set to make the holiday. To get started, here are the official city event pages for Berlin , Hamburg , Frankfurt and Munich . Regional differences in shop closures It's worth noting that the extent of shop closures for the holiday varies from region to region. According to a report by Heidelberg 24, all day closures in Baden-Württemberg are standard as openings are severely restricted by state regulations. Advertisement Compared to other regions, the city-states of Berlin or Bremen are more relaxed -- there some Spätis can remain open all day. Touristy places such as the island of Sylt or some parts of Bavaria also use special regulations for the holiday which make allowances for certain hospitality businesses.
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Deliverect Kiosk Arrives in UK: The Cloud-Based Lifeline for Restaurants Facing Ongoing Operational Pressures
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Deliverect, a leading global food tech SaaS company, today announced the UK launch of Deliverect Kiosk, a fully integrated self-service solution designed to streamline in-store operations and elevate the customer experience. This launch, building on Deliverect's acquisition of European kiosk innovator Tabesto in late 2024, marks a strategic expansion of Deliverect's omnichannel capabilities in the UK market, helping restaurants meet growing demand for efficient, tech-enabled service. At peak times, restaurants saw queues disappear and ticket sizes soar 32%, within a few weeks of installing Deliverect Kiosk. Further, early customers noted a 17% reduction in average order time, while 50% of kiosk orders included an upsell and 38% contained at least one paid add-on, a powerful combination that lifts revenue while reducing operational pressure. With Deliverect Kiosk, restaurants gain more than just a self-service screen, they unlock a cloud-based, fully integrated ordering experience designed to drive conversion and scale with ease. Operating entirely in the cloud, the Kiosk ensures that menus are centrally managed and updated in real time across all locations, with built-in upselling and smart bundling to grow ticket sizes, no staff involvement required. Whether counter-service, QSR, or dine-in, the Kiosk offers flexible hardware options, floor-standing, wall-mounted, or countertop to suit any restaurant layout. It supports multilingual ordering, localised promotions, and loyalty integrations to engage customers across diverse markets. Real-time stock synchronisation with your POS ensures diners only see what's available; creating a smoother, more satisfying guest experience from first tap to order fulfilment. 'The timing of this launch couldn't be more relevant,' said Joe Heather, Regional General Manager at Deliverect. 'With the recent increases to the National Minimum Wage and National Insurance contributions coming into effect in April, operators are feeling the squeeze. Deliverect Kiosk gives restaurants a practical way to manage rising labour costs, streamlining front-of-house operations, speeding up service, and allowing staff to focus on more valuable, customer-facing tasks.' The launch comes at a critical time as UK operators face mounting pressure from labour shortages, operational bottlenecks during peak hours, and rising consumer demand for fast, tech-powered experiences. With built-in upselling, real-time menu sync, and full integrations with POS, KDS, and delivery aggregators, Deliverect Kiosk puts operators in control, offering centralised configuration, smart product availability sync, loyalty integrations, and access to real-time transaction dashboards, offering greater flexibility for restaurants. It's a unified solution that optimises performance both on- and off-premise, while simplifying day-to-day management for restaurant teams. Key Benefits of Deliverect Kiosk: Faster service: Self-ordering reduces queue times and improves order throughput. Higher order value: AI-powered upsell prompts and event-based promotions encourage add-ons and upgrades. Rapid deployment with plug-and-play hardware: Powered by Fox Kiosk, the most operator-friendly, modular solution on the market. Deliverect Kiosk features an all-in-one design with built-in NFC (Near Field Communication) for secure contactless payments (via Deliverect Pay) and printer-free QR code digital receipts. Its sleek 22' touchscreen is available in wall, counter, or floor-mounted formats, enabling flexible installation with minimal setup. Restaurants can go live in under four weeks with minimal IT involvement—ideal for fast-paced, high-volume environments. Full ecosystem integrations: Syncs with Deliverect's full platform, including delivery channels, POS, and CRM tools. The Kiosk will be offered as part of a bundled product suite with Deliverect Restaurants, ensuring operators benefit from an end-to-end, fully integrated system that connects in-store and digital ordering workflows. Deliverect Kiosk is already available to restaurants across Germany, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, and Belgium. It is live across the UK starting in May, with further international expansion planned later in 2025. For more information about Deliverect Kiosk, visit
Local Germany
28-04-2025
- Business
- Local Germany
What's open and closed on May 1st in Germany
May 1st is a nationwide public holiday with traditions dating back well over a century - in German its commonly called Tag der Arbeit (or Labour Day in English). Interestingly, the historical labour strikes and protests that led to the designation of the date as Labour day actually started in the United States in 1886. But in the 130 years since then, Labour Day as its celebrated on May 1st has been largely forgotten in the US, whereas the tradition lives on in Germany and around 65 other countries internationally. May 1st is one of just nine national public holidays that is celebrated in every federal state in Germany - so no matter where you live in the country, you should expect that most shops will be closed on Thursday. Here's an overview of what's open and what's closed during the May 1st holiday. EXPLAINED: Why is May 1st significant in Germany? Shops Supermarkets and most independent shops will be closed closed for Tag der Arbeit. As always in Germany, there are certain supermarkets (typically found only in central train stations) that are legally allowed to remain open on Sundays and holidays. So if you know of a grocery store in your local Hauptbahnhof where you like to shop on Sundays it may also be open on May 1st, but do check the store's hours before heading out, as holiday hours may vary. A report by Focus Online rounded up the supermarkets that will be open in Germany's major cities on May 1st, which you can find here . You may also find the odd exception in the form of a local corner store such a Spätkauf or Kiosk , but generally speaking, you'll be better off assuming that nothing will be open and doing your shopping for Thursday ahead of time. REVEALED: Where to buy groceries on a Sunday in Berlin Advertisement Bars, restaurants and cafés Very often hospitality businesses, especially those in popular tourist areas or big cities, will want to stay open to cater to the May 1st crowds. However, others may have owners or staff that would rather have the day off themselves. In short, if you're out and about in a bigger city for the holiday, you shouldn't have much trouble finding something to eat or a place to have a drink, but you'll want to check in advance if you have plans to meet friends at a particular place. People sitting in a beer garden at the Seehaus am Kleinhesseloher See in the English Garden in Munich. Photo: picture alliance / Andreas Gebert/dpa | Andreas Gebert Tourist attractions and leisure activities Leisure centres, museums and other major tourist attractions also often close on May 1st, while some may maintain holiday hours. But honestly, if you're visiting Germany at this time, May 1st brings a great opportunity to experience contemporary German culture first-hand by diving into a wide range of parties and/or demonstrations on the streets. In a major city, you likely won't need to venture far before you stumble upon a political demonstration, a spring-time festival or a similar holiday events. But if you'd rather plan your day out here are some event lists to get you started in Berlin , Hamburg , Frankfurt and Munich . Offices, banks and schools Almost all offices close on May 1st, as do banks and public administration offices. If May 1st falls on a Thursday, as it does this year, some offices (and many workers) may decide to 'bridge' the holiday and remain closed Friday as well. Schools also close and, once again, some schools may decide to give their pupils (and teachers) the Friday off too. READ ALSO: 'Bridge days' - How to maximise your public holidays like a German this May Advertisement Public transport & emergency services Public transport runs as usual on holidays including May 1st, but be aware that many cities have a holiday timetable with reduced services. Most doctors' and dentists' practices will be closed on May 1st, so if you do have a non-urgent medical procedure scheduled for May 1st, you may want to check ahead that the appointment was not made in error. But emergency services will of course function normally, with hospitals remaining open. If you have a non-emergency medical issue on Labour Day, you can dial 116 117 or try this website for a directory for local medical offices near you. In an emergency, call 112 for the fire brigade or ambulance or 110 for the police. Most pharmacies will be closed, so make sure you have enough medication ahead of the public holiday. Alternatively, a list of emergency pharmacies is found at .
