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Scotsman
22-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
M Core M Knightswood scheme is now fully let
M Core has secured five new tenants at its Glasgow-based scheme, M Knightswood. Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The 65,063 sq ft scheme is now fully let following the addition of five new tenants. Yas' Café, a Scottish-Cuban eatery, has signed a five-year lease on a 1,020 sq ft unit, alongside tanning salon, Malibu, which takes a 1,090 sq ft space on a 10-year lease. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Also new to the scheme is laundrette, Speed Queen Laundromat, on a 15-year lease and VPZ vape shop in a five-year deal. The fifth tenant is Family Shopper, which will open in a 1,962 sq ft unit. Yas' Cafe The scheme, which is anchored by a 20,500 sq ft Tesco store, is located on Anniesland Road to the northwest of Glasgow city centre. All 26 units at the retail complex are now let. Alex Williams, asset manager for M Knightswood, commented: "We are delighted with the recent success of new lettings at M Knightswood, which means that the scheme is now fully let. The strong demand demonstrates the desirability of the scheme and convenience retail generally. We are confident that the diverse tenant mix will serve the needs of the local community and attract footfall from across its catchment.' Yasmina, co-owner of Yas' Café, said: 'I came to the UK from Cuba 16 years ago and my dream was to have a business of my own. Living in Knightswood with my Scottish-born partner, we identified a gap in the market for authentic Cuban and Latin American eatery. We are looking forward to offering a family-friendly environment and excited to build a sense of community.'
Web Release
22-05-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Yango Group wins ‘Best Vendor' award at Channel Summit META 2025 for Yasmina smart speakers
Yango Group, a global tech company, has been named the 'Best Vendor' in the lifestyle category for its Yasmina smart speakers at Channel Summit META 2025. The company's smart speakers are powered by the human-like AI assistant Yasmina that engages in intelligent conversations in both Arabic and English and features a wide range of functions — from curating educational and entertainment content to supporting smart home scenarios. The smart speakers are powered by Yasmina, a culturally aware AI assistant fluent in both Arabic and English. Yasmina offers seamless support across daily routines, education, entertainment, and religious practices. With its ability to understand local dialects and respond in contextually appropriate ways, Yasmina is tailored to meet the needs of modern households in the UAE. Swithin D'Silva, Head of Smart Devices in MENA, Yango Group, commented, 'Winning this award affirms our commitment to adapting technology that is not only smart but truly local. Our investment in bilingual AI isn't only for functionality; we are fostering a stronger connection with users daily. As we continue to expand the smart speakers product line, this recognition encourages us to keep innovating in ways that resonate with families across the region.' The recognition follows the launch of Yasmina Lite earlier this year, a compact and affordable addition to the lineup that delivers the same advanced AI capabilities. Equipped with a large language model, the AI assistant powering the speaker can engage in natural conversations and provide help with decision-making, generating new ideas, and clarifying complex concepts, turning it into an everyday digital companion. The Yasmina smart speaker range taps into a growing smart home market in the UAE, where the smart speakers segment is valued at $49 million in 2025 and is expected to grow steadily. This rise is driven by demand for convenience, connectivity, and smart living — priorities reflected in national initiatives like Smart Dubai and new tech-enabled residential developments. With bilingual support in Arabic and English, Yasmina offers retailers a product that aligns with consumer expectations and regional trends. Yasmina smart speakers are available for purchase through various outlets across the UAE. For more information, visit the website.
Campaign ME
21-05-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Science & Sunshine wins creative brief for Yasmina by Yango
Dubai-based independent agency Science & Sunshine has been appointed creative agency of record for Yasmina, the AI assistant developed by Yango Group, following a competitive pitch. Yasmina is a bilingual, human-like voice assistant designed to serve users across the Middle East. Developed with regional fluency – both linguistic and cultural – Yasmina offers support in Arabic and English, aiming to deliver a smarter, more intuitive and localised AI experience. As part of the mandate, Science & Sunshine will lead Yasmina's brand strategy, creative campaigns, and content storytelling as the platform scales across MENA. The partnership kicks off with launch activity in the UAE and Oman. 'Yasmina isn't just another AI assistant – she's built to speak the region's language, literally and culturally,' said Nadine Ghossoub, CEO at Science & Sunshine. 'That's a bold ambition, and one we're excited to bring to life through smart, relatable creative work.' Rami Abu Arja, Senior Innovation Marketing Manager at Yango Group, added: 'Yasmina was designed to feel local from the first word spoken. As we expand her presence across the Middle East, we needed a creative partner who could match that cultural fluency with insightful, strategic storytelling – and Science & Sunshine fit that brief perfectly.' The win strengthens Science & Sunshine's growing position in the region's technology and innovation sector. Alongside its work with Yasmina, the agency's wider portfolio spans entertainment, tourism, culture and lifestyle – supporting brands that are actively shaping the future of the Middle East. Yasmina is currently rolling out in select markets, with further expansion planned across the region in 2025.
Irish Examiner
11-05-2025
- Irish Examiner
Refugee women's bravery reflected in Cork photography exhibition
Faces bathed in light, their bright, resilient smiles belying the darkness they've had to battle to survive, are captured in a new photography exhibition in Cork on female refugees and their leadership. 'Women by Women,' a free exhibition is running in Nano Nagle place from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm, until the end of May. The exhibition celebrates leadership of refugee women in global emergencies and the climate crisis. Refugee women were photographed by female photographers in Poland, Uganda, Bangladesh, Turkey, and Colombia. Yasmina, who survived detention by the Syrian regime and was released from prison in 2014 is one woman featured. Now living in Turkey, she is a human rights defender, journalist, researcher, and the CEO of Freedom Jasmine, an organisation which provides life-saving services to Syrian refugees, including psychosocial support and skills training. Yasmina's picture was taken by award-winning Turkish photographer F Dilek Yurdakul, who said seeing strong women and telling their stories to the whole world was important for her. 'What they are doing is really special, especially when you realise what they have lived through, what their experience is and they're still strong, and this determination to make a difference for women is so important.' Yosmary and her two daughters arrived in Colombia eight months ago. They travelled on foot and by donkey from their home country of Venezuela so that Yosmary could get a better job. She now earns an income as a cleaner and sells candy on the street to make extra money. Picture: Laura Rios Diaz Amsal was in the middle of her university studies in 2021, the Taliban took over Afghanistan and she was forced to flee to Poland. After two months of living in a refugee camp, she was told to move to make room for those displaced by the war in Ukraine. Now, she lives in temporary accommodation with her brother, who also fled Afghanistan, and the pair are trying to continue their studies. In Poland, photographer Magda Klimczak captured pictures of Amsal and other women refugees. She said: 'Each of our heroines was unique, each had different motivations and transitions, but for each one, this session was something special. Being a woman in front of a woman's lens, feeling heard, and important, gave them back their dignity. Many of the women featured in the exhibition faced discrimination in their host country after suffering from violence and trauma that led them to flee their homes in the first place. But using their skills, they are making incredible contributions and creating change for themselves and their communities. The exhibition highlights the urgent need for more funding for women-led organisations, which currently receive just 1% of gender equality funding. And by showcasing the diverse range of refugee experiences it hopes to contribute to changing societal attitudes towards people seeking sanctuary. Women and girls make up more than 50% of the 35.3m refugees worldwide, but historically, they are overlooked when it comes to humanitarian funding. Women face specific challenges and increased vulnerability as refugees or internally displaced persons, with 1 in 5 experiencing sexual violence. Joyce, her mother, and her siblings were forced to flee South Sudan due to ongoing conflict in the country and are now living in the Imvepi settlement. Picture: Esther Mbabzi The female-led photography exhibition is organised by ActionAid Ireland and supported by Irish Aid. Karol Balfe, ActionAid Ireland CEO Karol Balfe, said: 'With the 'Women by Women' exhibition we want to shift the lens to ensure that women who are excluded and live in poverty claim their rights and live safe lives. Portrayal of refugees, particularly in the media, should be with impartiality, dignity, and humanity. We must create more space for refugee women to tell their own unique stories and celebrate their special contributions to their host communities. 'By celebrating these women, we shine a light on the incredible women-led organisations that are an invaluable lifeline to women refugees in the hope that their chronic underfunding is addressed so they can continue to uplift and empower women refugees.' Nano Nagle Place CEO John Smith, said: 'Nano Nagle Place is proud to host 'Women by Women', a powerful exhibition by ActionAid, in our Global Hub. This inspiring exhibition shines a light on the lives and contributions of displaced women around the world. "At Nano Nagle Place, we are committed to highlighting contemporary global justice issues. Our award-winning museum invites visitors to reflect on the past through the story of Nano Nagle, while the Global Hub brings their attention to the present—encouraging reflection on today's challenges and inspiring action to make a difference.' Read More Women and children among 13 killed in overnight Israeli strikes on Gaza
Kuwait Times
07-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Yango Play and CARI announce strategic partnership to deliver unmatched value to customers in Kuwait
KUWAIT: Yango Play, the leading entertainment super app, has entered into a strategic partnership with CARI, Kuwait's foremost delivery platform. This collaboration aims to provide high-value benefits to both platforms' user bases by combining entertainment with food delivery rewards. Yango Play, the leading entertainment super app, has entered into a strategic partnership with CARI, Kuwait's foremost delivery platform. This collaboration aims to provide high-value benefits to both platforms' user bases by combining entertainment with food delivery rewards. As part of the agreement, Unlimited CARI subscribers will be eligible for cashback rewards upon subscribing to Yango Play. These rewards can be used on any orders made through the CARI app in Kuwait, providing CARI users with an added benefit when engaging with Yango Play. Bundling Yango Play and CARI unlimited under one subscription is a strategic model that ensures unique value for users in Kuwait. And by leveraging CARI's strong market presence and user base, this partnership will offer full access to Yango Play's comprehensive entertainment suite, which includes video-on-demand (VOD), music, mini-games, and Yasmina, the bilingual AI assistant. "We are excited to partner with CARI to bring even more value to our users in Kuwait," said Mohamed ElGohary, Head of Business Development, Yango Play, MENA. "This partnership not only strengthens our service offerings but also aligns with our goal of deepening our engagement with local audiences by providing them with access to high-quality entertainment and practical rewards." Commenting on this partnership, Amel Mabrouk, Chief Operating Officer, CARI, said: 'We've always believed the app is more than just about food, it's about lifestyle. Seeing the entertainment side now come to life, exclusively for our audience, is a huge step toward that vision… and we're just getting started.' This strategic collaboration creates an opportunity for both brands to drive customer loyalty through cross-platform benefits, while also reinforcing Yango Play's efforts to localize its services in Kuwait. By combining entertainment with food delivery rewards, the partnership sets a new standard for integrated digital services in the region. As part of the agreement, Unlimited CARI subscribers will be eligible for cashback rewards upon subscribing to Yango Play. These rewards can be used on any orders made through the CARI app in Kuwait, providing CARI users with an added benefit when engaging with Yango Play. Bundling Yango Play and CARI unlimited under one subscription is a strategic model that ensures unique value for users in Kuwait. And by leveraging CARI's strong market presence and user base, this partnership will offer full access to Yango Play's comprehensive entertainment suite, which includes video-on-demand (VOD), music, mini-games, and Yasmina, the bilingual AI assistant. "We are excited to partner with CARI to bring even more value to our users in Kuwait," said Mohamed ElGohary, Head of Business Development, Yango Play, MENA. "This partnership not only strengthens our service offerings but also aligns with our goal of deepening our engagement with local audiences by providing them with access to high-quality entertainment and practical rewards." Commenting on this partnership, Amel Mabrouk, Chief Operating Officer, CARI, said: 'We've always believed the app is more than just about food, it's about lifestyle. Seeing the entertainment side now come to life, exclusively for our audience, is a huge step toward that vision… and we're just getting started.' This strategic collaboration creates an opportunity for both brands to drive customer loyalty through cross-platform benefits, while also reinforcing Yango Play's efforts to localize its services in Kuwait. By combining entertainment with food delivery rewards, the partnership sets a new standard for integrated digital services in the region.
