Summer has arrived in full force across the UAE, bringing soaring temperatures, heavy air-conditioning use and longer road journeys that put every vehicle to the test. From daily commutes and inter-Emirate travel to football watch parties and weekend getaways, motorists are looking for vehicles
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Türkiye, has been named winner of the Best Use of Technology award at the 2026 Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Awards, in recognition of its exceptional commitment to leveraging technology to enhance member experiences and operational efficiency. The award was […]
To mark its 17th anniversary, FN Designs presents Working Utopia: A Chronicle in Portraits, a photography exhibition by H.H. Sheikha Wafa Hasher Al Maktoum celebrating the individuals who have contributed to and helped shape Alserkal Avenue’s creative community. The exhibition, which opened on 2 June 2026 at FN Designs in Alserkal Avenue, brings together a […]
For many aspiring homeowners in the UAE, the biggest barrier to buying isn’t securing a mortgage, it’s covering the upfront costs that come with purchasing a property. At the same time, improving market conditions are creating one of the strongest opportunities in recent years for first-time buyers to enter the market. Recognising this shift, Mortgage […]
On World Population Day, Aspen Medical is highlighting the critical importance of strengthening healthcare accessibility, preparedness and digitally enabled care as countries around the world face increasing demographic pressures and evolving healthcare needs. As populations grow and live longer, healthcare systems must care for more people with increasingly complex health
There is a growing recognition of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) as one of the most effective approaches to addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and community resilience. A study by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that ecosystem conservation and restoration could deliver up to 37[MA1] % of the climate mitigation needed by 2030. […]
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has announced the integration of Hamdan Innovation Incubator (Hi2) into Dubai Founders HQ, strengthening its role as a dedicated platform for Emirati founders within Dubai’s wider startup ecosystem. Established in
SolitAir, the UAE’s dedicated B2B, airport-to-airport cargo airline, today announced the launch of a new route connecting its hub at Dubai World Central (DWC) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN), further strengthening the carrier’s presence in China following successful operations to Hong Kong and Urumqi. The inaugural flight carried a VIP cargo shipment,
For guests seeking the ideal blend of comfort, flexibility, and value, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Waterfront and Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Canal View have introduced an exclusive long stay offer designed for business travellers, relocating professionals, and long-term visitors looking to experience Dubai with all the comforts of home. Available from AED 4,500 per month,
Baby Alyazia was born extremely premature and required prolonged medical support, including assistance with breathing and feeding. When she arrived at SEHA’s Salma Rehabilitation Hospital, she faced respiratory and feeding challenges, alongside delays in key developmental skills. Through a multidisciplinary rehabilitation plan involving paediatrics, physiotherapy,
flyadeal, Saudia Group’s fast-growing low-cost carrier, has achieved a significant milestone in its continued investment in people, training excellence, and the development of world-class instructor pilots following the successful delivery of the ground phase of the Airbus Pilot Instructor Course (APIC). The APIC-Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) programme,
A high-level delegation from Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) conducted an official visit to Munich as part of the efforts to strengthen the growing partnership between the UAE and Germany in the fields of education and industrial innovation. The delegation, led by His Excellency Dr Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of HBMSU, held a series […]
In the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Founder and Honorary President of the Emirates Publishers Association, Menassah Distribution Company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Perbadanan Kota Buku to strengthen the presence of Emirati books and Arabic content in the Malaysian market by making publications from Emirati publishing
Thumbay Group has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Geneva College of Longevity Science (GCLS), Switzerland, becoming the first private medical university in the United Arab Emirates to introduce structured academic education in Longevity Medicine, Healthy Ageing, Preventive Healthcare, and Precision Health — delivered through the newly
The Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority – Awqaf Abu Dhabi celebrated the graduation of 34endowment trustees who successfully completed the Trustees Enablement Programme, held from 29 June to 1 July. The graduation ceremony, held at Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities was attended by H.E. Fahad Abdulqader Al Qassim, Director General of the Endowments
The commodity sector is showing signs of stabilising following a sharp correction that saw the Bloomberg Commodity Index fall around 15% between May and June. So far this month, the index has gained a moderate 2.8%, with all sectors and individual commodities except US natural gas trading higher. The breadth of the recovery is encouraging, […]
Dubai Customs has raised its operational readiness for the peak summer travel season, with around three million passengers expected to pass through Dubai’s airports during the first half of July. The preparations are being carried out through an integrated operational plan designed to ensure smooth passenger flow and deliver a fast, safe travel experience that […]
Dubai South is rapidly consolidating its position as one of Dubai’s fastest-growing real estate markets, supported by large-scale government infrastructure investments, expanding economic activity and sustained demand for residential developments, according to a new market report released by W Capital Real Estate Brokerage. The report said the district has moved
New global research from Project Management Institute (PMI) and Green Project Management (GPM) has found that sustainability is now the strongest predictor of project success, outperforming traditional delivery factors such as governance structures, methodologies, and other established project management practices. The findings, released alongside the launch of PMI and
The United Arab Emirates has ranked first among Arab countries in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index (EPI), underscoring the success of the nation’s proactive, whole-of-society, and integrated government approach to climate action, ecosystem vitality, and environmental health. The 2026 EPI evaluates countries across 47 performance indicators grouped into 12





























