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CairoScene
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Uglymoss Blends Rage, Drill & Trap on New EP ‘SOT'
Egyptian-Syrian artist Uglymoss drops 'SOT', a five-track EP of raw trap, drill and melodic beats—no features, all fire. May 03, 2025 Uglymoss doesn't ease you in—he launches you straight into orbit. His new EP 'SOT' ('Sound') is a full-spectrum ride through heavy trap, sexy drill, and emotional melodies. The Egyptian-Syrian rapper, now based in the UAE, opens the five-track project with 'Intro', a sci-fi-sounding portal into a world that's both future-forward and deeply personal. From there, the EP swerves through the melancholic trap bounce of 'Ghareba', the hard-hitting, flex-heavy drill of 'Geb El Cheque' and 'Nasiko', and finally lands on 'Ana Okay', an outro that feels like an emotional exhale wrapping up the EP. With no features, 'SOT' is pure Uglymoss—confident, versatile, and sonically fearless. The project captures his signature blend of melodic trap and rage but also hints at something deeper. It's a reflection of a rising MENA voice building a sonic identity beyond borders. Fresh off performances at major stages like BRED Abu Dhabi, Beat the Heat Dubai, Sole DXB, and opening performances for regional giants like Marwan Pablo and Abyusif, Uglymoss is staking his ground as one of the region's most compelling new rap voices.
Business Journals
02-05-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Here are the largest SBA 7(a) loan lenders by number in the Puget Sound region
The largest SBA lenders in the Puget Sound region were active making loans through the Small Business Administration's 7(a) last year in King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties. The 47 lenders on the List approved or originated 257 SBA 7(a) loans in the Puget Sound region last year. According to the SBA, the 7(a) program is intended to assist small businesses in financing a variety of general business purposes by guaranteeing loans made by participating lenders, whereas the 504 program originates private-sector loans to cover project costs, with notable features including junior and senior liens as well as minimum equity investments by borrowers. The online version of this ranking expands beyond what appears in print; another 27 SBA loan recipients are included in our digital rankings, in addition to the 20 featured in this week's print edition. Information on The List was obtained from the Small Business Administration. For information about this and other Puget Sound Business Journal Lists, please contact Data Reporter Neetish Basnet at nbasnet@ or 206-876-5434.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Need a smoke alarm? The Red Cross can help
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — When there is a working smoke alarm in your home, the risk of dying in a house fire is reduced by 60%, according to the National Fire Protection Association. In hopes of potentially saving lives, the city of Providence teamed up with the American Red Cross on Wednesday to canvass local neighborhoods, installing free smoke detectors as part of a 'Sound the Alarm' event. In addition to installing the free smoke alarms, Red Cross volunteers also talked to families about developing escape plans. ALSO READ: North Smithfield rod and gun club destroyed by fire The Red Cross said it has installed around 9,500 smoke detectors in Providence alone through this campaign. Mayor Brett Smiley took part in Thursday's event. He stressed the importance of fire safety and praised the work of the Red Cross. 'We rely on partners like the American Red Cross to provide free materials for families who can't afford it,' Smiley explained. 'Through education and campaigns like this, we are working to make every home fire safe, and again, to make sure that people know what their plan is.' If you need help installing smoke alarms in your home, you can request a free home fire safety visit from the Red Cross here. Sound the Alarm: Schedule a Free Red Cross Home Fire Safety Visit Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Forbes
28-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Audiodo Brings Personal Sound To New Buds 2 Plus Earbuds From CMF By Nothing
New wireless earbuds launched today by CMF by Nothing use advanced Personalized Sound technology ... More developed by Swedish company Audiodo. Earlier today, CMF announced three new pairs of its affordable wireless earbuds. CMF is a sub-brand of Nothing, the electronics brand that was established by Carl Pei back in 2023. CMF's new Buds 2 Plus model was developed with Swedish audio software developer Audiodo and brings the company's hearing personalization software within reach of many more people. Part of the expansion of the CMF lineup, the new Buds 2 Plus are available globally from today and mark a major step forward in bringing the latest personalized audio technology to a mass market. Originating from Sweden, a country known for clean design and acoustic innovation, Audiodo brings a uniquely Scandinavian approach to sound. The new CMF Buds 2 Plus are designed to deliver high-quality audio at an affordable price by combining a modern design with essential features such as Active Noise Cancelling, upgraded battery life and high-resolution wireless audio. Now, with the Audiodo Personal Sound on board, users can get a bespoke listening experience that adapts to their hearing. At the heart of the partnership with CMF is Audiodo's Personal Sound technology, an intricate web of code and algorithms. When integrated into hearables, the Personal Sound software enables users to make a personalized hearing profile and then apply a unique compensation algorithm to enhance what they are hearing. This technique lets users enhance the clarity of their audio and boost its richness based on their unique hearing profile. The Audiodo process is simple and takes just three minutes to complete. The software guides users through a brief hearing test that maps out hearing sensitivity. The process lets listeners analyze their hearing and then creates a hearing profile before applying a compensation algorithm that is fine-tuned for each of their ears. Audiodo says more consumers are looking for technology that adapts to them rather than the other way ... More around. Audiodo's Personal Sound software enables users to make a personalized hearing profile and apply a unique compensation algorithm to enhance what they are hearing. The result means everything from favorite songs to podcasts and films can be heard the way it was meant to be because it is optimized for the listener's ears. According to Audiodo, Personal Sound isn't a gimmick or a preset EQ curve, it's based on decades of research in psychoacoustics, hearing science and signal processing. The process is already in use by audiophiles, streamers and casual listeners alike. With each new integration, Audiodo says it is pushing to make hearing personalization a standard feature in wireless audio, rather than a luxury. CMF by Nothing has a bold approach to the design of its products. It has established itself remarkably quickly in the fast-moving true wireless stereo market by blending minimalism and clean aesthetics with functional performance. The launch of the new CMF Buds 2 Plus represents more than a technical integration for Audiodo. It is a signal that hearing personalization has moved from premium into the mainstream and will soon be a standard feature, just as ANC and wireless connectivity have become baseline expectations for consumers who increasingly expect devices to adapt to them. This partnership with CMF puts Personalized Sound within reach of many more people. Andrew Freshwater is head of smart products marketing at Nothing and he says: 'At CMF, we're committed to making beautifully designed, user-first technology accessible to more people. Buds 2 Plus is built for those who expect more – delivering a rich, adaptive audio experience in a product that balances form and function. Our partnership with Audiodo brings that vision to life with a sound that's not just high quality but uniquely personalized to every listener.' Audiodo's Michel Roig adds: 'We've long believed that hearing personalization should be part of every pair of wireless earphones and we've built the tools to make that possible. CMF by Nothing has created a product that opens the door to that vision – affordable, accessible, and beautifully designed. This is an important moment not just for Audiodo, but for the wider industry. It proves personal sound is ready for the mainstream.' You can find out more about the new CMF by Nothing earbuds here and there is more information on Audiodo here.
Hi Dubai
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hi Dubai
VOX Cinemas brings the world's most innovative IMAX® experience to Mall of the Emirates
Now open at VOX Cinemas Mall of the Emirates, the new IMAX features premium theatre style pod seating, designed by Ōma Cinema® The new IMAX is a major milestone in VOX Cinemas' ongoing phased transformation at Mall of the Emirates alongside Premier and THEATRE VOX Cinemas, owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim, has officially launched the world's most innovative IMAX experience, marking a key milestone in its transformation to offer the most immersive and luxurious cinema experience. The new IMAX theatre features the unique Ōma Cinema® premium pod seating, a patented design, which is part of VOX Cinemas' phased upgrades alongside Premier and THEATRE offerings. IMAX sets a new standard in cinema technology with a 4K Laser Projection System. Featuring IMAX's proprietary optical engine, delivering heightened resolution, sharper and brighter images, and deeper contrast, it ensures vivid, life-like visuals that immerse audiences in every frame. Next-Generation IMAX Precision Sound provide striking clarity, depth, and evenly distributed audio, for the ultimate auditory experience. The custom-built IMAX auditorium features stadium seating, ensuring clear vantage points from every seat, alongside specialized screens designed to maximize brightness and clarity. Films screened in IMAX are digitally re-mastered using IMAX DMR® technology, enhancing visuals and sound frame-by-frame for an unparalleled cinematic experience. Further elevating the innovation are seven exclusive pods within the IMAX auditorium. Designed by Ōma Cinema® and developed under the vision of renowned French architect Pierre Chican, these premium 'THEATRE pods' combine luxury with cutting-edge cinema technology, offering an unparalleled high-end experience in the IMAX space. Drawing inspiration from the elegance and atmosphere of traditional theatres, the proprietary Ōma seating layout features a series of tiered balconies, bringing audiences closer to the screen in a vertical arrangement for a more intimate viewing experience. Each pod accommodates five guests and can be reserved individually or for a group. Inside the pods, guests are treated to VOX's renowned luxury cinema concept 'THEATRE,' which includes reclining seats, pillows, blankets, and full waiter service. Guests can enjoy a specially curated menu from the THEATRE experience, delivered straight to their seats—offered for the first time ever inside an IMAX auditorium. The pods also include access to the exclusive THEATRE Lounge, where guests can relax before or after their screening. Ignace Lahoud, Chief Executive Officer, Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment, said: In 2015, VOX Cinemas launched what was considered the best cinema in the world at Mall of the Emirates. Ten years on, we're redefining the cinema experience once again to offer our guests something so exceptional, they'll want to leave their sofa and experience the magic of cinema like never before. We're proud to offer what we believe is the best IMAX screen in the world. But this is just the beginning. We're committed to enhancing every aspect of our flagship cinema, with the next phase focusing on the Kids Cinema and social areas. Our ongoing transformation at Mall of the Emirates is meticulously designed to serve our guests, while enhancing this world-class entertainment destination. World-class, flagship locations like The Mall of Emirates in Dubai showcase the strength of IMAX's fast-growing presence in the Middle East and our commitment to delivering the best possible moviegoing experience to audiences across the region, said Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX. IMAX is excited to deepen its partnership with Vox Cinemas and reintroduce The Mall of Emirates on the verge of a very promising blockbuster season, and amidst one of our best years ever at the global box office. Since last year, VOX Cinemas has been on a journey of elevating the overall customer experience at Mall of the Emirates. This phased transformation started with THEATRE, which now features spacious seating options, plush blankets, privacy screens, and an exclusive Private Lounge with billiards, shuffleboard, and gourmet dining curated by in-house chefs. VOX Cinemas' Standard experience has been upgraded to Premier, which promises movie-lovers unrivalled comfort and the latest A/V technology. Seats feature tray tables and offer guests the choice between leather gliders or reclining seats for the perfect viewing angle and enjoy life-like visuals with state-of-the-art laser projectors. Following IMAX, VOX Cinemas will be renovating KIDS for young movie fans and families and its social areas. Families can watch the latest animation, action and adventure films in family-friendly colourful cinemas with adjoining party rooms for celebrations. To enjoy these world-class film viewing experiences, visit VOX Cinemas, Mall of the Emirates, Level 2. For more information or to book tickets visit or the VOX Cinemas App. News Source: Gambit.
