The Global Knowledge Index (GKI) continues to strengthen its position as a premier international analytical tool for measuring countries’ readiness to transition into knowledge economies. This comes amid rapid global shifts toward development models based on innovation, technology, and
Al Ghurair Mobility, the exclusive dealer for EXEED in the UAE, has opened its first showroom and service centre in Sharjah, marking the EXEED’s sixth location in the country. The new showroom launch builds on the brand’s strategic expansion in UAE markets, where Al Ghurair established two showrooms in Dubai, two in Abu Dhabi and […]
On the back of the huge competency deficit in the region with corporate hiring stymied by lack of organic talent supply, Blue Ocean Corporation, the world leader in training and consulting, today announced a strategic partnership with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD), one of the UK’s oldest and most respected universities to […]
Zoya Developments Accelerates Delivery, Starts Construction of Calisi One Month After Project Launch
Zoya Developments has commenced construction of Calisi, its latest AED 80 million residential project in Dubai South, just 30 days after its official launch. The milestone reflects the company’s focus on maintaining efficient development timelines and moving projects swiftly from planning and sales to on-site execution. It also marks a further expansion of Zoya
Legend Motors, part of Legends Holdings, a diversified UAE business conglomerate with interests in the automotive industry, energy, and travel and tourism services, has unveiled the 212 Navigator, the latest model of the distinguished off-road automobile brand which is carving a niche in the UAE. The launch took place at the opening of the 212’s […]
King’s College Riyadh is delighted to announce that it will introduce Read Write Inc., one of the United Kingdom’s leading phonics and early reading programmes to EYFS, from the start of the 2026–27 academic year, reinforcing its commitment to providing children with a strong foundation in literacy. Used in more than 8,000 schools across the […]
Nick Spencer-Skeen, Senior Executive Officer, Lunaro Financial Markets The key theme that dominated markets last week was positioning pressure in AI and semiconductors, where weakness in SK Hynix and Samsung spilled quickly into US mega-cap tech. Rising concern around memory pricing and stretched valuations turned into a wider de-risking of the AI complex, spreading even
Aster DM Healthcare has announced the launch of its comprehensive, group-wide women’s health programme designed to redefine how women in the UAE experience healthcare across every stage of life. Under a unified vision, the Group has introduced “Care for Her” by Aster Hospitals & Clinics and “Elle by Medcare,” a premium expression of the same […]
Careem, in partnership with MAJRA National CSR Fund, has launched its 2026 Captain Summer Initiatives, a four-month programme of practical, on-the-ground support for delivery workers across the UAE during the country’s most demanding season. Running from June to September across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Al Ain,the programme is expected to benefit more
Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, has announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard to expand the global reach of its Quick Remit solution, enabling Mashreq’s customers to transfer money abroad through its digital banking channels. Through this collaboration, Mastercard Move, the company’s portfolio of money movement capabilities, will
Dubai Holding Real Estate has introduced a dedicated Golden Visa and investor residency facilitation service at the Meraas and Nakheel sales centre, creating a more seamless journey for eligible property investors purchasing across its portfolio. The service brings residency guidance directly into the property sales journey, enabling customers to receive in-person support
Third Avenue Boutique is bringing its distinctive world of dining, design, and sensory storytelling to Sharjah with the opening of its newest branch in Al Qarayen this Summer. The new destination introduces an intimate 25-seat restaurant alongside Khaltat Boutique, creating a beautifully curated space where flavour, fragrance, and design meet in one seamless experience.
Ten years ago, Flat White opened its doors with a simple ambition: to serve great coffee and create a place where people wanted to spend time. Since then, and what began as Qatar’s first third-wave coffee shop has become a familiar part of life in Doha. Acrossmorning rituals, business meetings, catch-ups with friends and creative collaborations, Flat White has grown
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, successfully supported learning continuity for 246,326 students across 518 schools in the UAE following the nationwide transition to distance learning in March 2026. Through Alef Platform, students resumed lessons without a single day of disruption, demonstrating the strength and scalability of a
Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with KEO Group, a leading multidisciplinary consulting firm. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration aimed at advancing digital
Ski Dubai, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and powered by Athlete Fitness, successfully hosted the region’s first-ever HYROX Training Club Simulation on Sunday, 28 June, marking a historic milestone for the award-winning indoor snow destination. Bringing together more than 500 participants aged 18 to 60, the pioneering event transformed Ski Dubai’s snowy
The gap between what UAE buyers expect to pay and what sellers are asking narrowed again in May 2026, according to the latest Property Finder analysis. The share of buyers expecting prices to fall eased to 63%, down from a peak of more than 70% immediately following the onset of the conflict – a second […]
It’s a spectacular start for THE FLORENTIN by Althoff Collection. A mere six months after opening last December, its “modern fine dining” restaurant “the dune” by Niclas Nussbaumer has been awarded two Michelin stars. The award for the dune comes exactly a century after Michelin launched its star system for fine restaurants in 1926. For […]
Samsung Gulf Electronics has been building a community-wide program that encourages healthier, more active and more creative living across the UAE. Across car meets, desert drives, and stargazing nights, Samsung has been showing up where communities come alive, bringing people together around a simple belief that technology is at its best when it pulls people […]
Zeekr marked its fifth anniversary with a Zeekr Dynamic track day at Yas Marina Circuit, bringing together more than 200 owners alongside media and key opinion leaders for a full day on one of the world’s most demanding circuits. The day celebrated five years of Zeekr with the community that has grown around the brand, […]





























