You may have heard that colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting young adults. However, it is not the only gastrointestinal (GI) cancer that doctors are diagnosing in patients below the age of 50, explains Christina Wu, M.D., an oncologist at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center in
The opening day of the Desert Architecture MENA Forum 2026 brought together leading international experts, architects, urban planners, government representatives, developers and sustainability specialists from across the region to explore how desert cities can evolve while maintaining cultural identity, preserving heritage and advancing environmental responsibility.
Unifonic, the region’s leading AI-native CX Platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with Ideem to establish a secure digital ecosystem for enterprises across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with next-generation, passwordless authentication. Unifonic has established itself as a trusted partner to the region’s largest brands, enabling them to navigate the
Al Tayer Motors, one of the UAE’s premier automotive dealerships and official VinFast distributor, has launched a market-first ‘At Your Door’ Electric Vehicle (EV) charging service for VinFast customers, delivered through a strategic collaboration with PlusX Electric – a DEWA-approved EV Charging operator in Dubai. This pioneering service significantly
SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth and the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, announced that SEHA’s Corniche Fertility Centre, part of SEHA IVF services, has highlighted a successful patient journey that reflects the value of multidisciplinary collaboration, personalised treatment planning, and continuity of care across fertility and women’s health services.
An essential element of the urban retreat concept at THE FLORENTIN by Althoff Collection in Frankfurt is the property’s 10,000-sq-ft Spa. The Florentin Spa is designed to integrate seamlessly into every guest’s stay. Sunlight streams into the 50-foot heated indoor pool. Poolside chaises longues invite guests to lose track of time, to linger, to spend […]
Madkhol Capital, the Saudi digital investment and wealth management platform, announced the signing of strategic partnerships with anb Capital and Derayah Financial, further expanding the range of investment opportunities available to investors through its platform. The partnerships form part of Madkhol Capital’s ongoing efforts to broaden access to investment solutions
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world, has announced the resumption of its Abu Dhabi flights starting July 1st 2026, following a temporary suspension of services. The resumption of the flag carrier’s Abu Dhabi flights, following the restart of its Dubai operations on June 9, marks […]
talabat, the leading everyday app in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and TOD by beIN, MENA’s sports and entertainment streaming platform, have seen an unprecedented strong response to their latest partnership, with the FIFA World Cup 2026â„¢ campaign selling out in just five days across key markets in MENA, prompting an additional […]
International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has advised BlueFive Capital on its acquisition of a 49% stake in LeasePlan Emirates from Ayvens. Solutions+, a Mubadala company and leading provider of business process outsourcing and mobility solutions, will retain the remaining 51% ownership stake. The transaction marks another significant milestone in BlueFive Capital’s
Stanford University’s graduating Class of 2026 selected Lamya Sikandar Butt, an alumna of Dubai Scholars Private School, to deliver the student graduation address at the University’s 2026 Baccalaureate celebration on June 13, before an audience of approximately 4,500 graduates, families and guests. The same weekend, Google CEO and Stanford alumnus Sundar Pichai
Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world’s lifelong learning company, and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced the launch of new research revealing the knowledge gaps that must be addressed to help graduates build stronger AI readiness to prepare for an AI-enabled future. In Saudi Arabia, the findings show […]
Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments provider, today announced that it has been selected by Microsoft to power digital payments across key products in the EMEA region. This sees Checkout.com deliver card acceptance for a wide range of Microsoft business lines, including Xbox, Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Azure. Microsoft is one of the world’s leading […]
Project Management Institute (PMI), the world’s leading authority in project success, honored Dubai Police during its Global Summit held in Seoul, South Korea, in recognition of its excellence and leadership in delivering projects and initiatives related to community safety and security. The recognition was presented by Pierre Le Manh, President and CEO of PMI, to […]
LG Electronics (LG) is turning every living room into a front-row seat with the launch of its spirited ‘Olé! LG OLED’ campaign, bringing together the passion of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the unrivalled picture performance of the world’s number one OLED TV — a title LG has proudly held for 13 consecutive years. […]
Following the successful launch of Global Indians of the UAE, the year-long Khaleej Times editorial franchise, in partnership with Standard Chartered, returns with its second sector-focused instalment, spotlighting Indian-origin leaders who are helping to shape the UAE’s technology landscape. The franchise was launched as a four-part editorial series, positioned as an
Yango Group, global tech company, is expanding into public transport technology with the launch of an AI-powered management platform. The solution combines real-time data with operational tools in a single interface, helping transport authorities and operators manage complex urban mobility challenges. Public transport remains one of the least digitised parts of urban
Citi today announced the appointment of Rajeev Garg as the new Head of Wealth for Citibank N.A., UAE, effective June 18, 2026. Garg will lead the strategic advancement and performance of Citi’s Wealth vertical (Citigold, Citigold Private Client and Credit Cards) in the UAE, while strengthening the business’s risk and control framework in line with […]
Football fandom is increasingly being shaped by conversation, community and real-time participation, according to new research released today by Snapchat. The findings reveal that for young fans across Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the match is no longer the entire experience, with messaging, group chats and mobile engagement becoming central to how supporters follow the […]
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced the completed acquisition of ThermoKey S.p.A., a leading provider of heat rejection and heat-exchange technologies with long-standing relationships across original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators. The acquisition expands Vertiv’s thermal management




























