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Samsung Unveils All New Galaxy Buds4 Series With Ultimate Sound

News Desk 26/02/2026

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today introduced its latest Galaxy Buds4 Pro and Galaxy Buds4, redefining what premium earbuds can deliver in both superior hi-fi audio and everyday wearability. Built to sound as good as they feel, the Galaxy Buds4 series pairs exceptional sound quality with a

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Pride Investment LLC Contributes AED 50m to Awqaf Abu Dhabi’s “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” Initiative

News Desk 26/02/2026

Pride Investment LLC, an Emirati family-owned business, has contributed AED 50 million to Awqaf Abu Dhabi’s “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” initiative, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The contribution aims to help establish a sustainable source of funding for orphan care, […]

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WAWRINKA WAVES GOODBYE TO DUBAI AS MEDVEDEV AND AUGER-ALIASSIME PROGRESS TO QUARTERFINALS

News Desk 26/02/2026

Daniil Medvedev ended three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka’s 20-year relationship with the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Wednesday, overpowering the 40-year-old Swiss 6-2, 6-3.   Wawrinka, who will retire at the end of the season, was presented with a traditional khanjar and a cake from tournament organisers before being applauded off Centre Court […]

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Get ready for takeoff with Uber and Joby

News Desk 26/02/2026

The future of flight is coming to Uber.   We’re introducing Uber Air powered by Joby, giving riders a first look at how they’ll be able to book Joby Aviation’s all-electric aerial taxis directly in the Uber app, in collaboration with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA)   Joby expects to carry its first passengers […]

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Thumbay College of Management and AI in Healthcare Launches Future-Focused Programs to Shape the Next Generation of Healthcare Leaders

News Desk 26/02/2026

Healthcare is undergoing a powerful transformation driven by artificial intelligence, data intelligence, and digitally connected care systems. Clinical expertise alone is no longer enough. Hospitals and healthcare organizations now require professionals who can combine medical understanding with strategic thinking, analytics, and technology leadership. Responding to this

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BENJAMIN HASSAN SERVES UP SMILES AT INCLUSIVE J.P. MORGAN CHILDREN OF DETERMINATION CLINIC

News Desk 26/02/2026

Dedication, determination, and dastardly serves were on display Wednesday morning as more than 90 students and teachers took part in an inclusive J.P. Morgan Children of Determination tennis clinic alongside Lebanese 2024 Olympic tennis star Benjamin Hassan as part of ATP 500 Week at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The anticipation began well before […]

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EDGE and EM&E Group Sign Agreement to Create a Joint Venture in the UAE

News Desk 26/02/2026

The UAE’s EDGE Group and Spain’s EM&E Group have signed an agreement to explore the establishment of a UAE-based joint venture, supported by a commercial pipeline of approximately USD 1.5 billion. The signing took place yesterday at EM&E Group’s headquarters, during an event attended by the UAE Ambassador to Spain, H.E. Saleh Ahmad Salem Alzaraim […]

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Equities Rise After Earnings; Dollar Weakens, Metals Climb – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 26/02/2026

U.S. Markets  In yesterday’s session, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices increased by nearly 1%, driven by optimism ahead of Nvidia’s earnings, which make up 8% of the S&P 500. The rise was mainly fueled by the technology sector. NVIDIA’s earnings, which serve as a benchmark of the AI trade, were reported yesterday. Their fourth-quarter […]

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IAAPA and MENALAC to join forces to launch IAAPA MENA

News Desk 25/02/2026

IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, today announced plans to strengthen its support and deepen its commitment to members and the rapidly growing attractions industry across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region with the establishment of a new regional office. The official launch will be celebrated during IAAPA Expo Middle East […]

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ACHEMA Expands to Saudi Arabia as Industrial Investment and Energy Transition Accelerate Across the Region

News Desk 25/02/2026

As Saudi Arabia advances large-scale industrial and energy transition projects — including a carbon capture hub in Jubail designed to capture up to 9 million tonnes of CO₂ per year by 2028 and the USD 8.4 billion NEOM Green Hydrogen project targeting production of 600 tonnes per day of clean hydrogen by 2027 — the […]

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FLYADEAL EXPANDS MADINAH BASE WITH THREE NEW DOMESTIC ROUTES

News Desk 25/02/2026

flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, is expanding operations from its recently set-up Madinah base with the launch of three domestic routes, effective 1 March 2026.   The introduction of scheduled flights to Jazan on the Red Sea coast in the southwestern part of Saudi Arabia; Qassim, known for its date farms, in the heart […]

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talabat mart UAE Hits Records +21% Orders Surge on First Day of Ramadan

News Desk 25/02/2026

talabat, the leading on-demand online ordering and delivery platform in the MENA region, today announced a record-breaking day for its Grocery & Retail business, with talabat mart – its online grocery service – reaching an all-time high on the first day of Ramadan. Compared to the previous Tuesday, talabat mart saw: +21% increase in total […]

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Equities Steady Before Major Earnings; Metals Rise, Oil Near Six-Month High – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 25/02/2026

U.S. Markets  The S&P 500 recovered in yesterday’s session, increasing by 0.6% after Anthropic announced that Claude will focus on forming partnerships in the software and services sectors instead of acting as a replacement. It calmed down concerns, emphasising that Claude integrates rather than displaces existing systems. Further, AMD also rose by 8.8% after Meta […]

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Bel Group Strengthens Ramadan Giving with Third Year of Partnership with The Saudi Food Bank

News Desk 25/02/2026

major player in the cheese, fruit and plant-based snacking segment, Bel Group, continues its impactful partnership with The Saudi Food Bank (Et’aam) for the third consecutive year, delivering essential meal boxes during the holy month of Ramadan. This year’s initiative brought together Bel Group and Saudi Food Bank teams on the ground in Jeddah, working […]

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Zoho Corporation Surpasses One Million Customers Globally, MENA Region Becomes its Second Fastest-Growing Market

News Desk 25/02/2026

Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, marked its 30th anniversary by announcing two major milestones: the company now supports more than one million paying customers and over 150 million users worldwide.  The company — consisting of Zoho, ManageEngine, Qntrl, and TrainerCentral brands— is now a trusted technology provider to more than one million paying

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Nisus Finance Expands UAE Footprint with Dh101 Million Paradise View 1 Acquisition in Majan

News Desk 25/02/2026

Nisus Finance Services Company Limited (NIFCO) has announced the acquisition of Paradise View 1, a residential building in the Majan mixed-use community, for an investment outlay of AED 101.1 million.   The transaction is part of Nisus Finance’s planned US$1 billion fund deployment strategy in partnership with global institutional funds and family offices, dedicated

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BenQ Expands MA Series with New Flagship and 4K Nano Gloss Monitors for Mac Users

News Desk 25/02/2026

BenQ, a global display technology leader, has announced the extension of its MA Series monitors, including new flagship and 4K Nano Gloss versions designed exclusively for the Mac user experience. The expanded lineup demonstrates BenQ’s commitment to providing colour-accurate, high-performance displays geared to creative professionals, hybrid workers, and content

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ATM 2026 to address rapid growth in the Middle East’s aviation and cruise industries

News Desk 25/02/2026

The Middle East’s aviation and cruise industries are entering a phase of global expansion, solidifying the region’s status as a major international travel hub. These industries are set to be the focus of attention at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 4-7 May. According […]

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Al Masaood Automobiles Rolls Out Value Packed Ramadan Offers on Nissan Patrol Platinum City

News Desk 25/02/2026

Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for Nissan in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has announced that the Nissan Patrol Platinum City is available for immediate purchase across its showrooms, offering customers a compelling ownership package designed for those seeking instant delivery of the much-awaited model. The Nissan Patrol Platinum City

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MERED and Pininfarina Academy Convene Next-Generation Designers in Dubai

News Desk 25/02/2026

Third‑year Design students at the American University in Dubai (AUD), Interior Design Department, class IDES 392 Smart Design along with their Mentors: Professor Annamaria Lambri, Chair of the AUD Interior Design Department and Dr. Poupak Parvaresh, AUD Assistant Professor of Interior Design, gained a rare, high‑impact insight into global design leadership in a workshop