In the wake of the rapid spread of the coronavirus sweeping China, Starbucks has closed it's outlets and suspended delivery services in Hubei province for the week-long Lunar New Year holiday.
The flu-like virus originated in the capital city of the province, Wuhan, and has caused 41 deaths in China to date.
Starbucks reportedly said that the move stems from "health concerns" for its customers and employees.
The central province of Hubei is home to nearly 60 million people.
Emirates Group posts record $3.3 billion half-year profit
The Emirates Group has announced a record profits of AED 12.2 billion ($3.3 billion) for the first six months of 2025, driven by strong travel demand "despite geo-political events and economic concerns in some markets".
US orders 10% flights cut at major US airports due to shutdown
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has said he would order a 10 per cent cut in flights at 40 major airports, citing air traffic control safety concerns as a government shutdown hit a record 36th day.
H.H. Sheikh Mansoor highlights sustainability, innovation at Gulfood Manufacturing
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee, has officially inaugurated the 11th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcomes over 53,000 new companies
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has announced strong performance figures for the first nine months of 2025, reinforcing its role in driving economic growth and supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33).
ADNOC, Gecko Robotics sign deals to accelerate AI, robotics, skills training
ADNOC and Gecko Robotics have expanded their strategic partnership with three new agreements to explore deploying robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) across ADNOC’s operations and boosting future skills training for UAE nationals.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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