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Fed Holds Rates as Hawkish Signals Keep Markets on Edge

The Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates at 3.50% to 3.75% was widely expected. However, three members dissenting in favour of a rate hike, combined with Chair Kevin Warsh’s deliberately limited forward guidance, left markets with more questions about the direction of monetary policy.   With inflation still above target, oil prices vulnerable to […]
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NFPA collaborates with Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority’s Initiative to enhance the efficiency of fire protection engineers

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is supporting a landmark initiative launched by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA), in collaboration with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). The initiative establishes the UAE’s first regulatory framework requiring professionals at engineering consultancy offices involved in the design of fire
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Khalifa Fund Participates in the AgenticVerse Programme to Develop Youth Skills in Artificial Intelligence

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development participated in the AgenticVerse – Agentic AI & Multi-Agent Intelligence Summer Programme, delivered in collaboration with 42 Abu Dhabi, to equip secondary school students with practical skills in artificial intelligence, innovation, and entrepreneurship through an immersive, hands-on learning experience. Throughout the five-day
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Sheikh Khalifa Medical City – Ajman (SKMCA) Receives International Centre of Excellence (CoE) Recognition from Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHS)

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City – Ajman (SKMCA), governed by The Medical Office, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has been awarded the prestigious Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHS) Centre of Excellence (CoE) recognition for its Women and Children’s Hospital in the specialties of Obstetrics,
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Federal Tax Authority Wins SAP Global Innovation Award for Implementing Corporate Tax through the EmaraTax Digital Platform

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has won the SAP Global Innovation Award 2026 in the Services Superstar category for its implementation of Corporate Tax through the EmaraTax digital tax services platform.   The FTA achieved the highest rating among 182 global entities that competed for the award, which recognises the acceleration of business outcomes through […]
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On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, H.E. Salama Al Ameemi: Prevention Begins with Awareness and Empowering Individuals

As the 2026 theme, “Trapped Behind the Scam,” draws attention to the growing practice of luring individuals through fraudulent employment opportunities before subjecting them to exploitation and coercing them into carrying out online scams, H.E. Al Ameemi noted that “this evolving form of trafficking in persons underscores the critical importance of strengthening digital
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Eurofragance Publishes Its 2025 Sustainability Report Highlighting Progress in Decarbonization, Sustainable Innovation and Responsible Supply Chain Management

The multinational fragrance house Eurofragance has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting the launch of Olivante®, an ingredient developed through the upcycling of waste from the olive oil industry, its second consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Medal and a 41% reduction in both direct emissions and water consumption per ton produced since 2021. On the
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UAE-based Syrian Entrepreneurs Launch Syria’s First Ever Super App to Enable Seamless Digital Payments

My Syria’, Syria’s first integrated digital super app bringing together tourism, hospitality, lifestyle and payment services within a single ecosystem, officially launched today under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Mazen Al-Salhani, Minister of Tourism. Developed by 121 Living with the strategic support and supervision of the Ministry of Tourism, the
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55-Year-Old Patient Undergoes Rare & Complex Five-Vessel Heart Bypass at Aster Hospital Al Qusais with 11 Connections Completed on a Beating Heart

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 17.9 million deaths annually and nearly 32% of all global deaths. In the UAE, heart attacks and strokes contribute to approximately 41% of deaths, underscoring the importance of timely diagnosis, advanced cardiac care, and specialised treatment options. Against this
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LG ELECTRONICS’ SUSTAINABILITY ACHIEVEMENTS OFFER A BLUEPRINT FOR THE UAE’S AI INFRASTRUCTURE AND NET ZERO 2050 AMBITIONS

LG Electronics (LG) has released its 2025–2026 Sustainability Report, laying out how LG is working toward its long-term goal of a more sustainable, inclusive future – a goal that increasingly overlaps with fast-growing markets like the UAE, where investment in AI infrastructure, sustainable buildings and inclusive smart living is accelerating.   Cooling is one
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FOUR REFRESHING SUMMER SIPS ARRIVE AT NOVIKOV CAFÉ

This summer, Novikov Café is giving guests another reason to reach for their cameras before taking the first sip. The Dubai Mall destination is launching Summer in a Cup, a colourful collection of four limited-edition drinks created to look as good as they taste. Available throughout August and September and priced at AED 65 each, the menu brings […]
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Celebrate Onam with an Authentic Kerala Sadhya Across the Dubai Deira and Dubai Gold District Cluster of Hotels

The Dubai Deira and Dubai Gold District Cluster of Hotels invites families, friends and corporate groups to celebrate Onam with an authentic Kerala Sadhya, available from 15 August to 31 October 2026. Bringing together traditional cuisine, cultural experiences and the spirit of community, the celebration offers flexible dining options for intimate gatherings as well as