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Standard Chartered H2 2026 Global Market Outlook: Navigating Shifting Sands

News Desk 25/06/2026

Standard Chartered (“the Bank”) Wealth Solutions Chief Investment Office (CIO) has released its Global Market Outlook for the second half of 2026, outlining its investment strategy and key themes as investors navigate a more complex and evolving market environment. The report was launched

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Valeo Health Crosses One Million Orders and Reveals the Health Risks 68% of UAE Residents Don’t Know They Have

News Desk 25/06/2026

Valeo Health, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar’s AI-driven healthcare platform delivering expert-led care at home across every stage of life, has hit 1 million orders since its founding five years ago. To mark its 5th anniversary, the company is sharing what that data reveals: most people don’t know they have a health risk until […]

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Keturah founder says citywide focus on behaviour, design and daily experience raises the bar across real estate sector

News Desk 25/06/2026

Luxury developer Keturah says Dubai’s new civility initiatives will reinforce the emirate’s position as a global leader in how a city can improve everyday life for residents.   The Dubai Civility Committee has confirmed plans to introduce a Civility Guidebook and new guidelines for celebrating different occasions, as part of a wider drive to improve […]

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ONIDE BRITPOP TRIBUTE LIVE AT BLA BLA BY McGETTIGAN’S THIS WEEKEND

News Desk 25/06/2026

Get ready for the ultimate pre-match party at Coca-Cola Fanzone by McGettigan’s when top UK tribute band Onside Britpop take to the stage before England’s final group game against Panama on Saturday 27th June (the match kicks off at 2am on Sunday morning). Performing all the biggest Britpop anthems from legendary bands including Oasis, Blur, Pulp, The Verve and

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“Your Stay is On Us” – A New Staycation Experience Where Every Dirham Comes Back to You

News Desk 25/06/2026

A new hospitality offer is redefining the staycation experience in Dubai with the launch of the “Your Stay is On Us” campaign, an exclusive promotion designed to give guests exceptional value while enjoying premium comfort and dining. Available until 15th September 2026, the offer allows guests to enjoy their stay while fully redeeming the room […]

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Mayo Clinic experts dispel 5 myths about living kidney donation

News Desk 25/06/2026

When healthy people donate one of their kidneys for transplant, they give others a much-needed second chance at life. Mayo Clinic experts are helping to dispel some of the most common myths surrounding living kidney donation.   “For people with kidney failure, receiving a kidney from a living donor is the best possible option. When […]

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Burjeel Holdings Prices First MENA Healthcare Sukuk Since 2018, Attracting USD 1.6 Billion Orderbook with 3.2x Oversubscription

News Desk 25/06/2026

Burjeel Holdings, a leading super-specialty healthcare group in the GCC listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, successfully priced its inaugural USD 500 million Regulation S 5-year senior unsecured Sukuk offering due 2031 under its newly established USD 1.5 billion Senior Unsecured Sukuk Programme.   The offering attracted significant demand from high-quality

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Summer 2026 Trends: Why Ceramic Is the Material of Choice for Luxury Living in Dubai

News Desk 25/06/2026

As Dubai continues to evolve as a global design hub, the way people think about interiors and outdoor spaces is changing too. For Summer 2026, Tile of Spain identifies that the focus is shifting towards calm sophistication, natural textures and materials that combine aesthetic appeal with high performance. In this context, ceramic tile is emerging […]

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Visit Qatar Announces Inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Doha at Old Doha Port in 2027

News Desk 25/06/2026

Visit Qatar has announced that the inaugural edition of IRONMAN 70.3 Doha will take place from March 18 to 20, 2027 at Old Doha Port, inviting endurance athletes and sports enthusiasts from across the GCC and beyond to take part in one of the world’s most recognised racing series for the first time in Qatar. […]

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Amsa Hospitality CEO Muin Serhan receives FHS Saudi Arabia Leadership Award

News Desk 24/06/2026

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 24 June 2026: The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi Arabia is proud to announce the winner of the 2026 Leadership Award: Muin Serhan, CEO of Amsa Hospitality. The accolade – which recognises the visionary leaders driving excellence, innovation, and lasting impact across Saudi Arabia’s hospitality industry – was presented at FHS Saudi Arabia,

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Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence organises ‘AI Economy for Media Professionals’ event to enhance the media industry’s coverage of the technologies of the future

News Desk 24/06/2026

Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), an initiative overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation, organised the ‘AI Economy for Media Professionals 2026’ event in collaboration with Dubai Media Academy, part of Dubai Media Incorporated, as the strategic partner. The event convened a group of media professionals, journalists, decision-makers, and specialists in media,

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Gold Slips as Dollar Strength and AI Optimism Pressure Metals – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 24/06/2026

Gold & Silver Gold is down about 0.54% and is currently trading at $4,087. From a fundamental standpoint, in the US, the projected PMI clocked better than expected releases yesterday. Furthermore, according to Bloomberg, forward-looking PMIs show businesses casting off any temporary concerns stemming from the Iran war to position for strong growth, an outlook […]

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Nakheel releases next phase of Palm Central Private Residences amid accelerating demand for beachfront living on Palm Jebel Ali

News Desk 24/06/2026

Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has released the next phase of Palm Central Private Residences on Palm Jebel Ali, reflecting continued demand for premium beachfront living within one of Dubai’s most ambitious coastal destinations. The latest phase introduces 222 residences across three low- to mid-rise buildings, comprising a curated selection of one- […]

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Sophos Hotels Co. and SAS Hotels Co. expand Partnership with Four Points by

News Desk 24/06/2026

RIYADH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA – JUNE 23, 2026: Following the success of their ongoing partnership in Tabuk, Sophos Hotels Co. and SAS Hotels Co. are pleased to announce a new agreement for the management of the Four Points by Sheraton Hafar Al Batin, KSA, scheduled to open in July 2026.This second project marks another important […]

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Radisson Hotel Group reports strong results while advancing its growth strategy in Saudi Arabia.

News Desk 24/06/2026

Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand in Saudi Arabia, with 50 hotels open and under development across the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia is now one of the Group’s top five global markets and one of its largest development opportunities in the Middle East. The Group maintained strong development momentum in Saudi Arabia year-to-date through 2025 and […]

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Dubai Judicial Institute launches ‘Emirati Family Charter’ initiative

News Desk 24/06/2026

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to declare 2026 as the ‘Year of the Family,’ the Dubai Judicial Institute has launched the ‘Emirati Family Charter’ initiative. Designed to strengthen unity within Emirati families, the initiative reimagines the concepts of ‘commitment’ and ‘agreement’ as […]

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Oil prices reset as stranded Gulf barrels head for market- Saxo Bank

News Desk 24/06/2026

Oil prices have continued to retreat, with Brent crude falling below USD 76 per barrel to trade only around 7.5% above the USD 70 ceiling that capped prices before the Strait of Hormuz disruption. The move lower may appear counterintuitive given that the world has just experienced the largest oil supply disruption on record, resulting […]

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AviLease announces pricing of $650 million of 144A/Reg S senior unsecured notes

News Desk 24/06/2026

AviLease, the global aircraft lessor headquartered in Saudi Arabia, priced the offering of $650 million aggregate principal amount of 5.50% senior unsecured notes due 2031 (the “Notes”) by AviLease Capital Limited, a directly wholly owned subsidiary of AviLease, under its Global Medium Term Note Programme. The Notes will bear a fixed coupon of 5.50% per […]

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Pre-Travel Health Planning Can Prevent Holiday Illnesses, Says RAK Hospital as it Launches Travel Health Clinic

News Desk 24/06/2026

As thousands of UAE residents prepare to head overseas for the summer holidays, RAK Hospital is encouraging travellers to put their health on the checklist before they fly, highlighting the importance of destination-specific medical advice, preventive care and emergency preparedness through its dedicated Travel Health Clinic. While holidays are often planned around

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Al Khozama signs deal to operate Prime Club in Riyadh business resort

News Desk 24/06/2026

Al Khozama has signed an Operating Agreement with Tharawat and Mawan Real Estate Development to operate Prime club in Riyadh’s Al Nakheel district, The signing took place on the sidelines of FHS, marking a strategic collaboration between the parties to develop and operate an integrated and exclusive business destination in the capital. The agreement represents […]