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Al Habtoor Tower Reaches Topping-Out Milestone

News Desk 22/04/2026

Al Habtoor Group has achieved a major construction milestone at Al Habtoor Tower, reaching its highest structural point at 86 floors, marking the official topping-out of what is set to become the world’s largest residential building.   This milestone represents a defining moment in the

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ALEC Holdings’ 2025 ESG Report Highlights Strong Foundations for Sustained Leadership and Growth

News Desk 22/04/2026

ALEC Holdings PJSC (“ALEC Holdings” or “ALEC”) today released its 2025 Sustainability & Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, outlining noteworthy progress across employee safety and welfare, while setting new benchmarks for value-driven operations conduct and reinforcing the company’s governance framework following its public listing.   “ALEC’s

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UAE-based Alpha Nero partners with CleanMax to advance renewable energy adoption through solar energy

News Desk 22/04/2026

Alpha Nero, the Dubai-founded luxury retail and residential fitout and shopfitting specialist, has announced the completion of a large-scale solar energy project in its UAE facilities dramatically reducing carbon emissions and supporting long-term operational resilience, following a successful partnership with Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Limited (CleanMax), a leading

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House of Porsche returns: Porsche Centre Dubai unveils new edition at Paus Club

News Desk 22/04/2026

Porsche Centre Dubai and Northern Emirates, Al Nabooda Automobiles, has launched a second edition of its ‘House of Porsche’. This year’s concept is ‘House of Porsche: Inspired by You’, based at Paus Club, a contemporary wellness destination. Doors open from 23 April to 10 May, with open hours from 6am to 12am midnight each day. […]

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WatchGuard expands MEA Region footprint with the appointment of Rabih Itani as Regional Director

News Desk 22/04/2026

In a move to expand its footprint in the MEA Region, WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader in unified cybersecurity, has announced the appointment of Rabih Itani as Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). The appointment comes at a time of significant growth across the region, with the Middle East cybersecurity market projected […]

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Gulf Medical University Earns Prestigious World Physiotherapy Accreditation, First Fully Accredited in the UAE and Among a Select Few Globally

News Desk 22/04/2026

Gulf Medical University (GMU) has achieved a significant global milestone as its Physiotherapy Program secures full accreditation from World Physiotherapy, making it the first in the UAE and among a select group of programs worldwide to receive this prestigious recognition. The accreditation is awarded for five years and follows a rigorous international evaluation process

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From Silence to Sound: Abu Dhabi Marks a Medical Milestone with Auditory Brainstem Implant for Children

News Desk 22/04/2026

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a subsidiary of PureHealth, has announced a significant milestone in neurotological care, marking the successful completion of Abu Dhabi’s first Auditory Brainstem Implant (ABI) surgeries on two paediatric patients, both aged 23 months. This achievement reflects the Emirate’s advancing capabilities in delivering specialised and

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Centre for Musical Arts Launches Music-Focused Offers Through May to Support Learning, Wellbeing, and Community Connection

News Desk 22/04/2026

The Centre for Musical Arts (CMA) has announced the extension of its special programming and financial incentives through the end of May. Aimed at making music education more accessible for families, children, and adults across the UAE, these initiatives prioritize flexibility and wellbeing, providing a creative outlet for those seeking structure and emotional enrichment.

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Huawei Unveils MatePad Mini in the UAE, Opening Pre-Orders for Its Most Compact Powerhouse Yet

News Desk 22/04/2026

HUAWEI MatePad Mini is now officially available for pre-order in the UAE, marking the debut of Huawei’s latest compact tablet designed to elevate everyday digital experiences. Blending sleek aesthetics with powerful functionality, the device introduces a refined approach to portability, featuring an immersive PaperMatte Display and a versatile user experience tailored for

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Anime Tourism Invites the Arab World to Japan

News Desk 22/04/2026

The Anime & Manga Spot Summit & Expo held in Tokyo’s bustling neighborhood of Ikebukuro invites Middle Eastern anime fans to experience anime tourism, creating an exclusive and welcoming festival for international fans. Japanese animation (anime) has long captured the hearts of Middle Eastern fans through the adventures of Detective Conan, Doraemon, and many more

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MENA Viewers Can Binge Three New Must-Watch Drama Series on TOD

News Desk 22/04/2026

On TOD, three new binge titles tap into the appeal of character-led dramas about companionship, loss, and reinvention. The Miniature Wife, The Madison and The Other Bennet Sister may tell very different stories, but each pulls you in with emotion, atmosphere and characters you want to stay with. Together, they offer the kind of immersive, […]

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Qlik Unifies Agentic AI to Help Enterprises Move from Insight to Action with Trust and Control

News Desk 22/04/2026

As enterprise AI initiatives evolve, organizations in the GCC are under increasing pressure to move faster, prove value sooner, and make outputs usable inside real operating workflows. Recent research shows that 84% of organizations in the region are already using AI, yet only 11% are achieving measurable business value at scale, highlighting a growing gap […]

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Ramadan at ASB: Where Arabic Learning, Faith, Service, and Community Come Together

News Desk 22/04/2026

Each year, during the Holy month of Ramadan, the American School of Bahrain (ASB) highlights how Bahraini traditions, Arabic language learning, and cultural understanding are lived each day on campus.  Over the years, the month has become a time when this belief is most visibly lived, through student projects, faith-based learning moments, and traditions that […]

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Sophos Appoints Hussain Salman as Enterprise Services Director for the Gulf Region

News Desk 22/04/2026

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the appointment of Hussain Salman as Enterprise Services Director for the Gulf Region, where he will lead across the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. With the region consistently ranking among the world’s most targeted regions for cyberattacks, cybersecurity has

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NOVOTEL DUBAI GOLD DISTRICT UNVEILS A SEASON OF EXCEPTIONAL DINING AND FAMILY EXPERIENCES

News Desk 22/04/2026

THE SUPERHERO BRUNCH: Because Your Kids Deserve a Cap The Spicery’s Super Hero Brunch: Heroes Play & Create is exactly what the family weekend deserves. Equal parts feast and playground, this Saturday afternoon event invites children to paint, play, and compete in the legendary PlayStation Challenge — where winning a game means your meal is […]

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CIS, Astrix, and Cequence Release New AI Security Companion Guides

News Desk 22/04/2026

The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS®), Astrix Security, and Cequence Security today announced the release of three new CIS Critical Security Controls® (CIS Controls®) Companion Guides designed to help enterprises secure rapidly evolving AI environments.   Co‑authored by experts across all three organizations, the guides extend the CIS Critical Security

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Omnix International Launches AIoT Offerings to Support Intelligent and Resilient Operations

News Desk 22/04/2026

Omnix International, a leading technology solutions provider in the Middle East, has announced the launch of its Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) offerings. This marks another significant milestone in Omnix’s strategy to address evolving industry needs by connecting engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital platforms, and AI into integrated business

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Submer Group Strengthens Its Full-Stack AI Infrastructure Platform, Bringing Sovereign Cloud Capabilities to the Middle East

News Desk 22/04/2026

Submer, the market leading AI infrastructure provider, announced the expansion of its technology portfolio and global service capabilities with the acquisition of Radian Arc Operations Pty Ltd earlier this year. This consolidates its position as a full-stack AI infrastructure provider and broadening its capacity to serve enterprises and telecom operators throughout the

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Dubai luxury developers must raise their game as market enters new era, says Keturah founder

News Desk 22/04/2026

Dubai’s luxury real estate market is demanding greater discipline from developers as it enters a more selective era shaped by the current geopolitical climate.   Talal M. Al Gaddah, CEO and Founder of the luxury Keturah brand, says the high-end property market is shifting toward reliable execution, controlled supply, and stronger focus on what end-users […]

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BHM Capital Announces 20% Dividend Distribution for 2025

News Desk 22/04/2026

BHM Capital, the leading financial institution in the capital markets of the United Arab Emirates, announced the approval of a 20% total shareholder distribution during its General Assembly meeting held on April 20, 2026, for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, including 5% cash dividends and 15% bonus shares. The approved distribution reflects the […]