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UAE Moments
04-07-2025
- Business
- UAE Moments
♉ Taurus: Daily Horoscope for July 5th, 2025
Dear Taurus, today the universe invites you to embrace change and transformation. The Sun trine Moon aspect brings a harmonious energy that supports personal growth and self-discovery. Love Horoscope Today, Taurus, your heart is a garden ready to bloom. The Sun trine Moon aspect encourages you to nurture your relationships with love and patience. You may find yourself feeling more connected to your partner or loved ones, as if the universe is whispering secrets of harmony and understanding to you. Embrace these moments of closeness and let them guide you towards deeper emotional bonds. If single, be open to new encounters; someone special might just be around the corner, waiting to share in your journey of love. Career Horoscope In the realm of work, Taurus, today is a day to harness your determination and focus. The cosmic energies encourage you to tackle tasks with precision and dedication. You may find yourself inspired to take on new challenges or explore innovative solutions to existing problems. Remember, your natural wisdom and authenticity are your greatest assets in the workplace. Use them to build strong connections with colleagues and achieve your professional goals. Trust in your abilities and let your hard work pave the way for success. Health Horoscope Your well-being is in focus today, Taurus, as the cosmic energies align to support your inner peace. Take a moment to breathe deeply and center yourself amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life. Engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation, whether it's a leisurely walk in nature or indulging in a creative hobby. Remember, your body is a temple, and nurturing it with care and attention will help you maintain balance and vitality. Trust in the universe to guide you towards a state of harmony and well-being. Finance Horoscope Financially, Taurus, today is a day to be cautious yet optimistic. The Moon's influence encourages you to review your financial plans and make adjustments if necessary. Avoid impulsive spending and focus on building a solid foundation for the future. Consider seeking advice from a trusted financial advisor or exploring new investment opportunities that align with your long-term goals. Remember, patience and perseverance are your allies in achieving financial stability and success. Trust in your natural wisdom to guide you towards prosperity.
CTV News
02-07-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Rainbow board OKs $266M budget with focus on student success
The exterior of the Rainbow District School Board office in Greater Sudbury, Ont. on August 2020 (File photo/CTV News Northern Ontario) The Rainbow District School Board has approved a $266.4 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year, with a planned withdrawal of $258,382 from reserves to balance expenditures. The amount falls within the one per cent limit of the board's operating revenue, as permitted by the Ministry of Education. Trustees also approved an in-year deficit plan to align spending with revenue. Budget focused on student success and well-being David Farrow - Rainbow District School Board An undated profile picture of Rainbow District School Board chair David Farrow. (File photo/Rainbow District School Board) Board Chair David Farrow said the budget prioritizes student achievement and well-being. 'We are proud of the programs that we offer inside and outside of the classroom,' he said in news release. 'Our instructional leaders, teachers and support staff give students every opportunity to achieve their full potential.' The budget accounts for inflationary pressures, including rising utility costs, and incorporates additional provincial funding for early reading, math, skilled trades, mental health, and school safety. Enrolment and funding breakdown Projected enrolment for the 2025-2026 school year is 14,196 students, based on historical retention rates, grade progression, and population trends. Core Education Funding from the province, which increased by approximately two per cent, supports six key areas: classroom staffing, learning resources, special education, school facilities, student transportation, and board administration. Adjustments include a new funding model for special needs equipment, continued support for transportation, and capital renewals for schools. Churchill Public School students Churchill Public School students Beren Kiziloglu, left, and Dacian Radu solve a math problem. (Supplied/Rainbow District School Board) Targeted funding through Responsive Education Programs will support early reading interventions, digital math tools, Indigenous graduation coaches, skilled trades, and mental health initiatives. Additional investments include early literacy screening for kindergarten to Grade 2 students, broadband improvements, and the installation of vape detectors in schools. Budget allocations and strategic priorities Salaries and benefits account for 76.7 per cent ($204.5 million) of the budget, while supplies and services – including facility maintenance and school technology – make up 7.8 per cent ($20.8 million). Another 7.7 per cent ($20.5 million) is allocated to fees and contracts, including student transportation. The board will also receive $15.7 million for school renewal projects. The budget supports the fourth year of the board's strategic plan, which focuses on student achievement, literacy and numeracy, Truth and Reconciliation, mental health, environmental sustainability, and equity. Programs and facilities In the upcoming school year, the board will operate 29 elementary and nine secondary schools across Sudbury, Espanola, and Manitoulin Island. It also oversees specialized programs, including mental health services, alternative education, Indigenous-led initiatives, and partnerships with institutions like Cambrian College. 'We are channeling funds into teaching and learning where they will have the greatest impact on student success,' Farrow said. The budget was approved during a special board meeting on June 24.
Trade Arabia
26-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Dubai group launches ultra-luxury boutique residential hospitality brand
Dubai-based Innovate Living Development has announced the launch of its first ultra-luxury boutique residential hospitality brand, Omoria Private Residences, thus introducing a new benchmark in private living that blends anticipatory service, thoughtfully crafted spaces, and holistic well-being. Born in Dubai and shaped by the city's globally recognised standard of excellence, Omoria is set to expand across iconic destinations within the UAE, with a vision to establish its presence in key global markets, said the developer. Co-founded by Innovate Living Development and Dr Omar BinSulaiman, Omoria responds to the growing demand from ultra-high-net-worth individuals for curated, service-led living experiences that move beyond traditional luxury affiliations. The name combines 'Omo' derived from Omotenashi, the Japanese philosophy of anticipatory care and thoughtful hospitality, and 'Ria,' which reflects Italian refinement and elegance, together signalling the sophisticated experience Omoria is committed to delivering, it stated. With a portfolio of bespoke developments in the pipeline, Omoria pioneers a new era of residential hospitality through high-touch, intentional service - from a dedicated well-being concierge crafting personalized wellness and nutrition plans, to in-residence dining, spa rituals and signature living experiences. Building on Innovate Living's legacy of iconic developments such as Palme Couture on Palm Jumeirah, Omoria presents a globally resonant model of discreet, elegant, and sophisticated living. The debut project on Dubai Islands will feature a limited collection of exclusive waterfront residences, including a signature penthouse – each offering direct beach access, expansive sea views and curated wellness-focused amenities. "Today's global ultra-luxury consumer doesn't just recognise the Dubai standard, they expect it, wherever they travel. Dubai and the UAE have redefined what the world now regards as the ultimate benchmark for excellence across experiences, services, products, and future-ready living," remarked Dr BinSulaiman. "Omoria is born of this very DNA. At its heart lies a deep commitment to holistic well-being and longevity, sustainability and a world of exclusive, curated services, all delivered with the elegance, innovation, and precision that define Dubai and the UAE on the global stage," he added. Designed by Innovate Living's atelier and an acclaimed Italian director, each Omoria residence is fully furnished with bespoke pieces from leading high-end artisanal Italian brands, merging elegance with enduring function. Omoria is built around a 360-degree approach to holistic wellbeing and longevity. The debut project introduces a state-of-the-art luxury wellness centre featuring infrared saunas, salt rooms, ice baths, oxygen therapy, and personalised nutrition programs, all overseen by the dedicated wellbeing concierge. Residences also feature centralised air and water purification systems, along with a first-of-its-kind skyline padel court offering panoramic sea views at an unprecedented elevation, seamlessly merging innovation, tranquillity, and a long-term commitment to healthful living. Kareem Fahmy, Founder & CEO of Innovate Living, said: "We're seeing a shift in how long-term value is perceived in the ultra-luxury residential sector. We've introduced a proprietary hospitality model that offers the refinement of a luxury home, combined with Omoria's new gold standard in private hospitality." "As a Dubai brand, we deeply understand the evolving needs of our clientele, and with Omoria Private Residences, we're setting a new benchmark not only for Dubai but for the world," he stated. Innovate Living said the signature Omoria hospitality experience is curated and will be driven by Yigit Sezgin and his multidisciplinary senior team alongside an all-star advisory board, who collectively bring over 250 years of experience across luxury hospitality, branding, and real estate. Sezgin has held senior leadership roles at iconic global brands such as Ritz-Carlton, Raffles, Missoni, and Fairmont, while the team's portfolio includes landmark projects with Aman, Soho House, Mandarin Oriental, and Rosewood. This depth of expertise is central to Omoria's differentiated approach to private residential hospitality. On the new project, Sezgin said: "Luxury today is being redefined, not by abundance, but by intention. For UHNWIs, the true measure of luxury lies in privacy, consistency and environments that adapt intuitively to their lifestyle," he noted.
Forbes
24-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How New Graduates Can Build Career Longevity And Lasting Success
As new graduates prepare to enter the workforce, here are critical strategies to help them find ... More purpose, career longevity and overall well-being. As thousands of graduates and their families celebrate the class of 2025, the next step for many is focusing on what's next: entering the workforce. However, the preparation for new graduates and their employers must be different. Learning technical skills is important. But over the long haul, the real advantage isn't proficiency. It's cultivating health habits, community and individual growth that support career longevity across decades of change. In other words: the smartest investment new grads can make isn't just in their first job. It's in their well-being, development and ability to adapt—especially when what's next is unpredictable. Yes, graduates are entering uncertain times. However, this isn't new. Alumni who finished college during economic downturns or global disruptions recognize the familiar whispers of layoffs, rescinded offers and a tighter labor market. What's different now is the time horizon. With human lifespans approaching 80 and the U.S. Census Bureau projecting a quadrupled centenarian population in the next 30 years, today's graduates aren't preparing for a 20- or 30- year career. They're looking at 40 to 50 years of working life - likely across industries, roles and reinventions. For Gen Z, meaningful work is paramount. In Deloitte's 2025 Gen Z and Millennial Report, 89% of Gen Z respondents stated purpose is important to their job satisfaction. However, what defines and sustains purpose will evolve over a multi-decade career. This matters even more when facing economic volatility. Sylvia Riordan, a 2023 Barnard graduate shared in a Zoom interview that after majoring in computer science and landing a job offer in tech, her role was rescinded before she started. 'I did everything right. I got the degree, had the job offer - and then the economy shifted and it all fell apart,' she explained. Instead of going into application overdrive, Riordan focused on roles that aligned with her goals and began building additional skills for the life she wanted - not just the next job. This gave her both a greater sense of direction and protected her mental health from the toll of unnecessary rejection. 'There's a really important balance between finding purpose in your work and being proud of it,' she said, 'but also not tying your sense of self-worth to your job.' This doesn't mean avoiding hard work. Making a strong impression early on is important to building credibility. However, it does mean partnering effort with strategy: actually using organizational resources including mentorship programs, career coaching or rotational opportunities that provide exposure to different parts of the business. Jeremy Reese, Head of Learning and Development at H&M Americas emphasized in a Zoom interview, 'Organizations now are really committing to programming—not just through HR, but across health services, financial providers and L&D. New grads should take full advantage.' These initiatives support success in a current role and build resilience for the inevitable challenges ahead. That balance between purpose and perspective is what Reese encourages early-career professionals to cultivate: 'You have to continue to drive success within your self, own your own development and own your career journey because any organization is only going to be able to do so much for you.' Takeaways: Being proactive about your own development provides more options and preparations even when conditions shift. 1. Invest in Connection: Don't wait for mentorship to be assigned. Ask colleagues on other teams to coffee. Shadow on projects that excite you (with your manager's permission). The people who help you grow are often just down the hall. 2. Don't Worry About Forever: Your first job doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to teach you something, connect you to someone or clarify what you want next. Pursuing mentorship and learning opportunities helps new graduates successfully find meaningful work ... More today and build resilience for tomorrow. Purpose matters, but it can't thrive without well-being. Health is the foundation that makes the pursuit possible. While Gen Z is willing to invest more in wellness, some early-career professionals worry about having to choose between success and well-being. However, harnessing healthy habits for longevity is also a performance strategy. For example, a study published by the Annals of Behavioral Medicine highlights that even short bouts of movement can improve cognition. In short, physical activity supports mental performance during the workday. Burnout is also no longer a late-career risk - it's an early-career reality. This isn't just about avoiding collapse. It's about exiting survival mode. Hilary DeCesare, founder of the ReLaunch and organizational leadership expert, shared in an email that, "most grads jump into work without tools to manage stress or recalibrate in real time. Even something as simple as three deep, intentional breaths can calm your nervous system, re-engage your thinking brain and help you focus.' Riordan echoed the importance of social fitness: carving out time for hobbies or a quick visit with friends after work helped her find moments of joy each week, rather than pushing through to the next holiday. Takeaways: It's not about sprinting through your 20s. The habits built today help prevent burnout and elongate healthspan: the ability to work and enjoy life for as long and as healthily as possible. 1. Integrate Well-Being Into the Workday: The strategy isn't to overhaul your life. Start small. Walk between meetings. Keep weights at your desk. Take lunch away from screens. Find a moment each week that reminds you life exists outside your inbox. And whenever possible, get incrementally more sleep - it helps on the job. 2. Actually Use Your Benefits: Treat wellness benefits like part of your compensation and your growth plan: Book the free therapy session. Use flex spend. Sign up for the financial wellness seminar. Just communicate with your manager to avoid misaligned expectations. Grads want purpose. Employers want performance. The bridge is intentional support and clear communication. These five strategies help organizations engage early-career talent while strengthening business outcomes: 1. Make Upward Mobility Visible: Early-career employees are more engaged when they see tangible opportunities to advance. That includes exposure to new functions and leadership development from day one. At H&M, Reese shared, 'the way we frame growth and career mobility at the organization is huge. You can move across the world, across functions. We're planting that idea early—in onboarding, in our Emerging Leader program—so people start to see what's possible from the beginning.' 2. Communicate Value Clearly: Gen Z cares about making a difference. Instead of simply assigning tasks or enforcing policies, explain how work connects to broader company goals. This doesn't require an overhaul. Often, subtle shifts in framing help early-career professionals connect the dots between ambition and action. DeCesare adds, 'When someone understands why their task matters or a goal is being set, not just what to do, they develop a personal connection to the mission.' 3. Reframe In-Office as Opportunity: For many new grads, social connection and mentorship are key, and often built informally: post-meeting chats, hallway conversations and observing how others work. In-office time enables this. Rather than defaulting to mandates, focus on the incentive. Frame time in-office as a relationship building advantage that accelerates connection, collaboration and growth. 4. Offer Mutually Beneficial Flexibility: Instead of over-investing in resources that may not be relevant, offer wellness stipends, learning funds or customizable benefits that employees can use in ways that matter to them. Over time, organizations can use this data to strategically invest in future offerings. 5. Leverage Well-Being as a Performance Driver: Well-being is a competitive advantage for attracting talent, improving performance and strengthening engagement. According to Wellhub's State of Work-Life Wellness 2025 Report, 90% of Gen Z and Millennial workers will only consider an employer that emphasizes well-being. They are also more likely than previous generations to leave employers that don't. An Oxford analysis of Indeed workplace well-being data found higher employee well-being linked to stronger company valuation and profit. With Gallup estimating that falling employee engagement cost over $400 billion in lost productivity last year, now is the time for employers to harness well-being to drive real performance. As the new graduating class joins the workforce, workers and employers can align in their pursuit of ... More success. The real graduation gift isn't just the degree. It's the opportunity to build a life and meaningful career that can evolve and endure. For both new grads and their employers, this means well-being, development, and connection are critical levers of success. Done well, this isn't a compromise. It's a smarter way to work and a more sustainable way to help the graduates of the 2025 class lead a life well-lived.
Zawya
15-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Zawya
Zeagoo Europe's Mother's Day Campaign Enters Final Days – Celebrate Confidence with Fashion
BERLIN, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 May 2025 - Zeagoo Europe's Mother's Day campaign, themed 'Unwrap Confidence – A Present to You,' is now in its final stretch, running through May 20. This campaign encourages mothers to take the occasion as a moment for themselves—not just to receive gifts, but to choose one for their own well-being. Rather than focusing on traditional celebrations, Zeagoo highlights the importance of self-confidence and everyday self-respect. This year's campaign speaks directly to the heart of what Mother's Day represents—gratitude, strength, and care—not just for others, but for oneself. In a world where mothers are often expected to give endlessly, Zeagoo shifts the narrative. The message is simple: 'Thank you, Mom. Now it's your turn.' Fashion Meets Empowerment For this year's Mother's Day campaign, Zeagoo has selected a collection of versatile, summer-ready wardrobe staples designed to balance style, comfort, and affordability. The curated range includes dresses, blouses, and tops—all available at discounted prices during Mother's Day promotion. For casual outings, travel, or warm-weather days, the Zeagoo Summer Dress Women's Round Neck T-Shirt Dress and the Zeagoo Women's Elegant V-Neck Summer Dress offer breathable fabrics, flattering cuts, and thoughtful details like pockets and ruffle sleeves—ideal for comfort and style in one. For versatile everyday wear, the Zeagoo Women's Summer V-Neck T-Shirt Blouse and the Zeagoo Women's Batwing Chiffon Blouse provide lightweight coverage and relaxed silhouettes, making them suitable for both work and weekend settings. For layering or effortless street style, the Zeagoo Women's Basic Long Sleeve Y2K Crop Top and the Zeagoo Women's Summer Spaghetti Strap Tank Top deliver flexible fits in soft, breathable materials—perfect for mixing into both casual and trend-focused looks. These pieces are designed not just to dress well, but to support women in feeling confident and comfortable wherever the day takes them. This campaign repositions the idea of gifting not as a gesture of thanks to mothers as passive recipients, but recognizes their multifaceted identities. It honors mothers not only in their caregiving roles, but also as individuals with their own ambitions, styles, and needs. By offering versatile, comfortable, and confidently designed clothing, the campaign supports mothers in reclaiming space for themselves. The true gift is not the product itself, but the affirmation of their whole selves. Hashtag: #Zeagoo The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Zeagoo
