Monthly Archives: May, 2023

Qantas, the 103-year-old Australian airline, announced the appointment of Vanessa Hudson as its new Chief Executive and Managing Director. Hudson, having served the company for 28 years in various roles, will take over from Alan Joyce in November. Hudson's focus on delivering for the customers coupled with Richard Goyder's praise goes to show the aviation industry's gradual acceptance of strong female leadership. Having gone through various changes and turbulence due to the pandemic, Qantas reported a better financial picture in February. With Hudson's new leadership, one might hope for great things ahead.

The Ethraa Career Fair is a great opportunity for Emirati graduates and professionals looking to start their career in the financial and banking industry. This event is organized by The Emirates Institute of Finance and themed around creating 1,500 jobs for job seekers. Through its workshops and pavilion, EIF intends to help modernize the UAE's economy and ensure a successful future for its citizens. Discover more about this unique and innovative career fair.

US Treasury Secretary Janet L Yellen warns of brewing cash crisis due to current debt ceiling impasse. In response, President Joe Biden has called to action leaders from both parties to resolve the issue, as well as suspending issuance of State and Local Government Series Treasury securities. Yellen highlights the significant risks for US taxpayers and the US credit rating if urgent action is not taken.

ADNOC Gas plc has recently signed a three-year supply agreement with TotalEnergies for liquified natural gas (LNG) to export markets around the world and strengthen the global LNG market presence. This new partnership will ensure a quick transition towards sustainability and make ADNOC an LNG exporter of choice. TotalEnergies has been present in UAE for more than 80 years.

. Explore the debate around Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Recent investments have made headlines, but healthcare professionals and organizations are divided on it's efficacy and safety vs. the risks it may present. Dr. Muiris Houston proposes a solution: AI and human physicians must work in tandem. Find out the pros & cons and survey results of 926 responders.