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University of Dubai Signs Strategic MoU with Laura Mazza to Advance Academic and International Collaboration between UAE & Italy

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The University of Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Laura Mazza, marking a significant step forward in strengthening international academic cooperation and fostering cross-cultural engagement between the United Arab Emirates and Italy. The MoU signing ceremony reflects the University of Dubai’s commitment to expanding its global academic partnerships and advancing collaborative initiatives in education, innovation, and diplomacy. Laura Mazza is associated with the University of Dubai through her active involvement in joint academic programmes and strategic initiatives, particularly via Federformazione, where she serves as President.  The Federformazione agreement also includes a partnership with the Pontifical University Antonianum. … Continue reading University of Dubai Signs Strategic MoU with Laura Mazza to Advance Academic and International Collaboration between UAE & Italy

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Christmasworld 2025: Sparkle, Colour and a Little Bit of Magic

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Natasha Dury Walking into Christmasworld felt like stepping straight into a festive daydream. Before you even registered that this was a trade fair, it already felt immersive. I was  colourful, joyful, and unapologetically optimistic. Hosted by Messe Frankfurt, Christmasworld this year wasn’t just about decorations. It was about how Christmas feels. The first thing that stood out? Colour. And lots of it. Pastels, brights, candy tones like lemon yellow, soft lavender, sky blue, pink, and orange, all mixing effortlessly with classic red and white. It felt playful without being childish, nostalgic without feeling dated. Think childhood Christmas memories, but redesigned … Continue reading Christmasworld 2025: Sparkle, Colour and a Little Bit of Magic

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Compass Talks: Setting the Tone for the Future of Global Consumer Goods

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Natasha Dury Yesterday, ahead of the official opening of Ambiente, I attended Compass Talks in Frankfurt and  found that it was one of those rare industry gatherings that felt both intellectually energising and genuinely joyful. Designed as a new dialogue-driven forum, Compass Talks brought together global thinkers, industry leaders, and decision-makers to reflect on where the consumer goods and retail industry is heading and, more importantly, how it can navigate change with confidence, creativity, and collaboration. As Julia Uherek, Vice President Consumer Goods Fairs at Messe Frankfurt, noted in her opening remarks, the industry is entering a far more dynamic … Continue reading Compass Talks: Setting the Tone for the Future of Global Consumer Goods