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Dubai Land Department Launches Second Phase of Emirati Real Estate Business Incubator Programme

News Desk 12/05/2026

Registration is open to UAE nationals via this linkuntil 25 May. The second phase aims to attract 25 new participants. The programme continues to empower Emirati talent to establish sustainable, UAE-led real estate brokerage firms. Dubai, UAE, 12 May 2026: Following the strong success of the

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ANAROCK Bolsters Middle East operations with strategic leadership appointments amid market revival

News Desk 12/05/2026

Anuj Kejriwal and Aayush Puri to scale Firm’s institutional and residential RE services capabilities in EMEA May12th 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Leading independent real estate consultant ANAROCK Group today announced key leadership changes to strengthen its growth in the Middle East region. With an eye on post-conflict revival, ANAROCK is doubling down on its

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Al Masaood Automobiles INFINITI Continues Driving Premium Golf Experiences with VIYA Golf

News Desk 12/05/2026

The sponsorship brings INFINITI vehicle displays and on-ground support to one of the UAE’s leading golf operators Abu Dhabi, UAE, 12 May 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Al Dhafra Region, has announced its renewed partnership with Viya, further strengthening the brand’s long-standing association with golf

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ABHI Collaborates with QBS to Offer Earned Wage Access in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 12/05/2026

Riyadh, KSA — Abhi Saudi, powered by Alraedah Digital Solutions, has announced its partnership with QBS to provide employees with instant access to earned wages through its Earned Wage Access (EWA) solution. This initiative enables QBS employees to withdraw a portion of their salaries anytime during the month, supporting financial stability and reducing dependency on […]

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UAE National Orchestra Launches First Family Concert Series with “Once Upon a Tune – The Carnival of the Animals”

News Desk 12/05/2026

The UAE National Orchestra launches its first family-focused concert series, introducing an interactive live orchestral experience designed for children and families. The programme focuses on Camille Saint-Saëns’The Carnival of the Animals, where each musical piece brings an animal to life through distinct sounds and instruments. The concert marks the launch of Once Upon a

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FIX Dessert Chocolatier Brings UAE Home-Grown Brands Together

News Desk 11/05/2026

Celebrating local brands and the community behind them, FIX Dessert Chocolatier hosted an immersive art installation at Kite Beach this past weekend. Running from 9 – 10 May, the experience was rooted in a spirit of togetherness, carving out a public moment of kindness and connection. The ‘Messages from the UAE’ initiative collated almost 6,500 […]

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Global nursing shortage threatens healthcare delivery, Aspen Medical calls for investment in frontline workforce

News Desk 11/05/2026

As global healthcare systems continue to face mounting pressure from rising demand, ageing populations, and workforce attrition, the shortage of nurses has reached a critical point. According to the World Health Organization, the world is projected to face a shortfall of 4.5 million nurses by 2030* posing a significant risk to the delivery of safe, […]

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Aramex appoints Nicolas Sibuet as Chief Financial & Corporate Development Officer to lead enterprise-wide financial and strategic priorities

News Desk 11/05/2026

Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has announced the appointment of Nicolas Sibuet as Chief Financial & Corporate Development Officer, effective 8 May 2026, following his 12-month tenure as the Acting CEO. With more than 30 years of international leadership across finance, corporate strategy, restructuring, and

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The Perfect Eid Fragrance from Canéza

News Desk 11/05/2026

Whether it’s intimate family gatherings, festive lunches that stretch into the evening, or dressing up for long-awaited Eid Al Adha celebrations, the right fragrance becomes part of the memory itself. This season, Canéza brings together scents designed to linger beautifully through every embrace, conversation, and celebration.   From the soft radiant femininity of

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Experience the Future of Cloud Anywhere at Cloudera EVOLVE26 Dubai

News Desk 11/05/2026

Cloudera, the only company bringing AI to data anywhere, today announced it will host its annual global data and AI conference, EVOLVE26, in Dubai on 05   November 2026. With a focus on attracting global talent, investing in innovation, and building a strong digital economy, the UAE has positioned itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence […]

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Refine reports AED 216M in March 2026 sales, signals positive outlook for Q2

News Desk 11/05/2026

Refine, a leading development management company, has reported strong results for the first quarter of 2026, delivering solid performance across its project portfolio. Despite evolving regional dynamics, market fundamentals remain strong with AED 216 million of its total sales recorded in March 2026 alone with 58% coming from international investors, positioning the

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Michelin Reinforces Pedestrian Safety Awareness in Dubai during Gulf Traffic Week 2026

News Desk 11/05/2026

Michelin, the world’s leading tyre technology company, reinforced its commitment to safer roads during Gulf Traffic Week 2026, held from 3rd to 8th May 2026 under the theme “I Cross Safely.” Organised in Dubai by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in coordination with the UAE Ministry of Interior, the initiative aimed to strengthen awareness […]

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UAE Investors Shift Toward Income-Backed UK Real Estate as Select Property Launches Manchester Development

News Desk 11/05/2026

Select Property has highlighted sustained demand from UAE and wider GCC investors for UK real estate, as it introduces Vita Living Circle Square North, a residential development designed to deliver immediate income and long-term stability in one of the UK’s most active rental markets. The launch comes at a time when investor behaviour across the […]

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Bitcoin Continues Higher as 21Shares Launches First Canton Network ETF

News Desk 11/05/2026

Bitcoin continued its gradual climb last week, briefly trading above $82,800 before pulling back over the weekend, while several major altcoins outperformed the world’s largest cryptocurrency amid renewed investor appetite for broader crypto exposure. Bitcoin dominance — which measures bitcoin’s share of the total crypto market capitalisation — declined by 1% to 60.60%,

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The Original, Reimagined: P.F. Chang’s Unveils The Dynamite Menu Across the GCC

News Desk 11/05/2026

The sauce that started it all has its own menu now. P.F. Chang’s, the original creator of the iconic Dynamite sauce, has unveiled The Dynamite Menu across its restaurants in the GCC, available for a limited time from 4 May 2026. Featuring seven bold, Asia-inspired dishes and two new beverages, the menu places the brand’s signature sauce at its […]

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AppyThings launches Saudi entity to support AI-native digital infrastructure in the Kingdom

News Desk 11/05/2026

AppyThings, a Google Cloud partner focused on building the AI-native data and integration stack that powers secure, scalable digital services and enables enterprise AI adoption, headquartered in the Netherlands, has strengthened its commitment to Saudi Arabia with the launch of AppyThings Arabia, its new legal entity in the Kingdom. The move follows two years of […]

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Dollar Strength, Rising Oil, and Softer Gold Signal a Shift in Global Risk Sentiment – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 11/05/2026

U.S. Markets US equity markets closed higher on Friday with a 0.91% gain for the SPX index and a 2.45% gain for the NDX index. The SPX index has risen 2.42%, while the NDX index rose 5.64% during the last week. Markets were trading slightly lower during the Asian session on Monday, with both indices down about 0.10%. US […]

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TOD becomes TOD by beIN ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

News Desk 11/05/2026

beIN MEDIA GROUP has announced that its streaming platform TOD will now operate as TOD by beIN, marking a major milestone in the Group’s digital evolution. The announcement comes as TOD by beIN prepares to serve as the official streaming platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). […]

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COYA Ibiza to open June 2026

News Desk 11/05/2026

COYA introduces its first fully integrated beach and stay experience in Ibiza with the launch of COYA Beach, a new lifestyle destination set to redefine the rhythm of Playa d’en Bossa. Bringing its signature Latin American spirit to the island, the opening marks a significant new chapter in COYA’s global expansion as it evolves from […]

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Iran Conflict, Trade Deal and Tech in Focus at Trump-Xi Meeting – Saxo Bank

News Desk 11/05/2026

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on 14–15 May, in one of the week’s key geopolitical and market events. Before that, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Seoul on 12–13 May to narrow the economic agenda, including trade-truce […]