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Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Emirates Stallions Group launches boutique real estate developer
3 June 2025 11:33 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Emirates Stallions Group, a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), has announced the launch of Royal Development Holding, a boutique real estate developer created by consolidating its existing real estate subsidiaries into a single branded move marks a strategic shift in ESG's property development newly launched entity brings together specialised subsidiaries such as Royal Development Company (RDC) and Royal Architect Project Management (RAPM). It also sets the stage for introducing new entities to further enhance ESG's capabilities across the real estate value chain.'With Royal Development Holding, we are evolving the Royal Development name and scope of work,' said Kayed Ali Khorma, CEO of ESG. 'It will build lifestyle-driven communities to nurture growth, transform the everyday experience, and shape the future of living.'RDC, the flagship subsidiary, brings to the new holding company a 15-year legacy of excellence, having managed over 60 landmark projects in more than 15 countries. This consolidation will allow ESG to offer end-to-end real estate solutions, enabling it to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving Nazzal, General Manager of Royal Development Holding, commented: 'By listing several of the Group's real estate development and project management companies under Royal Development Holding, we are aligning with our vision of continuous growth and transformation. Innovation, sustainability, and creative design are at the heart of our future projects.'Royal Development Holding aims to position itself as a forward-thinking player in the boutique development space. As of March 21, 2025, ESG reported total assets of Dh3.68 billion, reinforcing its robust foundation for expansion both within the UAE and globally. It is a listed company at the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, with a market cap of Dh2.75 billion. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
6 Warning Signs of a Nutrient Deficiency, According to Dietitians
Reviewed by Dietitian Kelli McGrane, M.S., RDCracks in mouth corners, tingling hands or spoon-shaped nails may signal nutrient gaps. Fatigue and slow-healing wounds often stem from deficiencies in vitamins and minerals. Poor diet, absorption issues and restrictive eating increase the risk of nutrient you ever noticed a cut that just wouldn't heal, or nails that keep breaking, no matter what you do? These small issues may seem harmless, but they could be your body's way of alerting you to a nutrient deficiency. To function well and feel your best, your body needs enough calories and a steady supply of macronutrients (protein, carbs and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). Even in populations where food is abundant, micronutrient deficiencies are surprisingly common. Over 45% of the U.S. population gets inadequate amounts of vitamins A, C, D or E, and many fall short on other essential vitamins and minerals, too.1 If you follow a restrictive diet, struggle with a lack of appetite, have a health condition that affects absorption or have limited access to certain foods, there's a chance that you're falling short of meeting your nutrient needs. Here are some subtle—and not-so-subtle—ways your body may be alerting you to a nutrient deficiency: If you've ever had cracked, red and sore skin in the corners of your mouth, you've experienced what's known as angular cheilitis. While it can be the result of a yeast infection, another potential culprit is a nutrient deficiency. In fact, it's estimated that 25% of cases are due to inadequate intake of vitamin B12, folate, riboflavin, iron and/or zinc. 'These nutrients support skin integrity and tissue healing. A deficiency can cause painful cracks or sores at the corners of the mouth due to weakened skin and reduced immune defense,' says Raksha Shah, MA RDN. Peripheral neuropathy—signaled by a 'pins and needles' feeling or numbness in your hands or feet—may be a sign that you're not getting enough B vitamins, says Shah. Specifically, low levels of B6, B12, thiamin, riboflavin and/or folate can lead to peripheral neuropathy. While anyone can be deficient in B vitamins, bariatric surgery and following a vegan or vegetarian diet are among the most common causes. The shape of your nails can also be a key indicator of missing nutrients in your diet. Healthy nails have a slight dome shape from the cuticle to the center, whereas spoon-shaped nails—higher by the cuticle and indented in the center—are a sign of iron deficiency anemia. When you have inadequate iron intake, the body diverts its limited iron supplies to essential, life-saving roles, which don't include strengthening your nails. 'The nail matrix (where nail growth starts) is highly vascularized and requires a steady supply of oxygen. When oxygen is low, it impairs keratin production, weakening the nail structure,' says Andrea Ballenthin MS, CNS, LDN. B vitamins and iron support red blood cell formation, which is responsible for transporting oxygen to every part of your body—including your taste buds. 'A deficiency can cause glossitis, or inflammation of the tongue, which makes it appear red, swollen or smooth due to the loss of papillae (taste buds),' says Shah. While glossitis may be a sign you're deficient in a number of B vitamins or iron, vitamin B12 is the most common culprit. In one study, 68% of people with glossitis had a B12 deficiency, while 21% had low iron levels. Glossitis is typically quick and easy to fix with vitamin supplementation, as papillae have just a 10-day lifespan. While feeling tired can be caused by late nights and disrupted sleep, ongoing fatigue, extreme tiredness and brain fog that doesn't improve with rest may be due to a nutritional deficiency. B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, zinc and iron all play essential roles in energy production, carrying oxygen throughout the body and combating oxidative stress. When your body doesn't have enough of these nutrients, it may struggle to produce enough energy at a cellular level or to deliver enough oxygen to your muscles, leaving you feeling physically and mentally drained. If you find that small cuts, scrapes or burns are taking longer to heal than they should, you may be short on essential nutrients for skin health. 'Non-healing wounds may result from deficiencies in magnesium, copper, zinc, iron and vitamins C and D,' says Jessica (Clancy) Strawn, MA, RDN. Wound healing is a complex process, and each nutrient is involved in a specific stage. B vitamins, zinc and iron support cell growth and tissue repair during the proliferative phase, while vitamin C and zinc are essential for collagen production, which is needed to rebuild and close the wound. Here are some of the most common causes of nutrient deficiencies: Poor diet: Whether due to picky eating, illness, dental conditions, poor appetite or limited food access, not eating a varied diet—or not eating large enough quantities of healthy foods—can make it hard to get all the nutrients your body needs to function at its best. Digestive Conditions: Some digestive conditions can affect your ability to digest or absorb various nutrients. 'For example, someone with irritable bowel disease may be deficient in fat-soluble vitamins (vitamins A, D, E and K) because these vitamins are absorbed in the gut. If your gut is inflamed, then the body is unable to absorb these vitamins efficiently,' says Maura Fowler, MPH, RDN. In other words, even if you're eating all the right foods, your body may not be able to absorb and use them. Restrictive Diets: Not eating enough calories, restricting food groups and or severely limiting macronutrients (like fats or carbs) greatly increase your risk of a nutrient deficiency. Older age: As we age, the body becomes less efficient at absorbing various nutrients, including calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B12. Overconsumption of Nutrients: 'Too much of one nutrient, usually from supplementation, [may] lead to a decrease in another, furthering deficiencies and imbalances,' says Stephanie Darby, RD. For example, too much phosphorus or iron can limit zinc absorption, and too much zinc can lead to a copper deficiency. Paying attention to unexplained symptoms like fatigue, cuts that won't heal, brittle nails, a sore mouth or tingly hands and feet can cue you in to potential gaps in your diet or issues with nutrient absorption. If you notice any of these signs, be sure to talk with a healthcare professional, such as a doctor or registered dietitian. They can order bloodwork to test for nutrient deficiencies and offer personalized recommendations on diet and supplements. Read the original article on EATINGWELL
Chicago Tribune
25-05-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Portage RDC starts work on bond to open 450 acres to development; Marquette Greenway segment is included
The Portage Redevelopment Commission started the process of issuing a $10 million bond to pay for a bridge and other infrastructure improvements to open up about 450 acres on the city's north side for development. The RDC adopted a preliminary resolution for the bond Thursday, the first step in borrowing the money. The resolution covers hiring Barnes & Thornburg to do legal work for the bond. Redevelopment Director Dan Botich said the work includes connecting Burns Parkway to U.S. 12 from the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission office on Southport Road in the Ameriplex complex. The work is important not just for opening land for development but also for extending the Marquette Greenway, which will eventually stretch from Chicago to New Buffalo, Michigan. The roadway will become a boulevard similar to national park roads, Botich said. The $10 million would be the local share of the project's total cost. Botich is still looking for funds for the remainder, including a potential federal RAISE grant or state READI funding. Once the road is completed, the city could see a $450 million to $500 million investment in that 450 acres, Botich said. The state requires the city to have 'skin in the game,' he said, so the bond is needed. Further along in the process, specific projects will be listed, Botich said. Mayor Austin Bonta said the city investigated other avenues for funding the road and trails, and the bond seemed the most appropriate option. 'You don't have to go for the maximum,' Botich said, if other funding sources arise. The $10 million figure sets a maximum amount to borrow, just as the maximum interest rate for the 20-year bond would be 7%. Portage Township School Board member Wilma Vazquez, a nonvoting member of the RDC, asked about the RDC's outstanding bond obligations. That's going to be spelled out in a work session next month, and it's listed in the RDC's annual report, Botich said. The RDC is also looking at residential tax increment financing districts for future subdivisions, including Bauer Farm and Sandy Trail, Botich said. The RDC delayed action on the proposal for another month while the city works out details with developers. Botich said the TIF plan calls for the developers to pay a fee to the city up front that would be used for a variety of purposes, including raises for police officers approved by the City Council this month. That annual fee would disappear when the subdivision is considered fully built out, meaning 90% of the lots have been developed. The fee would vary for each subdivision. 'The numbers will be different because of the size of the neighborhoods and the investment involved,' Bonta explained. Developers hope to see the program details ironed out within 30 days, Botich said. The RDC also agreed to budget up to $300,000 next year for the north side sewer interceptor project. That helps pay for relocating the planned major sewer line away from north side acreage so the property retains its high dollar value. The RDC purchased that property shortly before the city went to bid on the project, utilities department General Superintendent Tracie Marshall said. The city had built in $500,000 for that contingency, but the actual cost turned out to be up to $800,000. With the RDC paying the extra amount next year, the work can go forward. 'I want to stress it's not because utilities did anything wrong,' Bonta said. The city had designed the interceptor in the most cost-efficient way, but running the interceptor down the middle of that parcel would devalue the property, he said.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Greater Chennai Corporation painting icons of North Chennai across Vyasarpadi flyover pillars
In order to give Vyasarpadi a facelift, the Greater Chennai Corporation plans to display murals of famous North Chennai personalities in public spaces. Currently, walls and pavements in the area are strewn with political posters and banners of private events. This beautification initiative is being carried out as a part of North Chennai Improvement project. Regional Deputy Commissioner (RDC) (North) Katta Ravi Teja said that this was being done to promote motivation among people who feel they lack guidance or encouragement, to pursue education and discipline through art. 'Since the icons being painted are from North Chennai itself, the viewers might find their stories relatable,' he added. Across nine of the 20 pillars of the Vyasarpadi flyover, which connects Basin Bridge Road with neighbouring arterial stretches, painting is underway. The flyover serves as a key transit corridor in North Chennai, and spans 680 meters in length and 15 meters in width. Thousands of commuters pass through this route daily, making these murals highly noticeable, Mr. Teja said. High achievers The portraits include those of ₹5-doctor V. Thiruvengadam, who passed away in 2020; V. Dilli Babu, a defence scientist at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), known for his work in defence technology and resource utilisation; and S. Nandakumar, the only player from Tamil Nadu to represent India at the 2023 Intercontinental Cup. The murals also depict Khazima M. Basha, an 18-year-old carrom player from Kasimedu, who became the youngest world champion by winning the 6th Carrom World Cup in San Francisco in November 2024, and V. Nandakumar, an officer in the Indian Revenue Service (IRS).
New Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Nord-Lock opens distribution hub in Malaysia to accelerate APAC deliveries
KUALA LUMPUR: Sweden's Nord-Lock Group has launched a new regional distribution centre (RDC) in North Port, Selangor, designed to slash industrial component delivery times across the Asia-Pacific by over 50 per cent, while sharply reducing reliance on air freight. Despite its compact 539-square-metre footprint, the facility is equipped with advanced automation systems that significantly boost logistics efficiency and handling capacity. It will cater to critical sectors, including renewable energy, automotive manufacturing, and infrastructure development across the region. "From this hub based in Northport, we can now deliver critical components to the Asia-Pacific region with unprecedented speed—enhancing our service capabilities, significantly reducing turnaround times, and empowering our customers with the efficiency they need to excel in today's fast-paced market," Nord-Lock vice president and head of business unit Graham Souter said in a statement. The RDC also plays a key role in Nord-Lock's long-term sustainability agenda. According to Souter, the facility is expected to reduce monthly air freight shipments by a factor of 25—minimising the company's carbon footprint while improving delivery timelines and cost-efficiency through sea and land transport. "This distribution centre represents the cornerstone of our sustainability commitment across the Asia-Pacific region. By significantly reducing our dependence on air freight and optimising our logistics network, we are simultaneously decreasing our carbon footprint whilst enhancing delivery reliability and offering more competitive pricing to our valued customers," he said. Swedish Ambassador to Malaysia Niklas Wiberg said Nord-Lock Group's decision to establish this new distribution centre in Malaysia is a testament to the country's strategic importance in the region. Given Malaysia's strategic role as a regional hub in Asean, especially in its capacity as ASEAN Chair this year, Wiberg said this opening comes at a highly relevant time. "The centre will create local jobs and economic opportunities and facilitate knowledge transfer and upskilling, further enhancing Malaysia's position in the region. It will also highlight Swedish companies, benefitting both our countries," he added. The facility is expected to support over 5,000 shipments per year through Malaysia, contributing to the country's position as a high-value logistics hub.
