The first Hotel Local, a groundbreaking community-oriented hospitality experience in the heart of Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), officially opens its doors today. Launched by US-based Hoque Global and managed by The First Group Hospitality, the new Hotel Local brand aims to redefine modern
A motoring industry expert has outlined the need for more consumer education ahead of Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry, as an influx of cheap, low-quality car care products is impacting the industry in Saudi Arabia. Eng. Ahmed Al-Hussaini, Managing Director & Co-Founder, O2ProFormance, has outlined
As obesity rates continue to rise across the region, RAK Hospital is putting prevention front and center through its transformative “ObeFit” webinar series—an educational arm of the hospital’s annual community initiative, the RAK Biggest Weight Loss Challenge. Hosted by Dr. Harkirat S. Wilkhoo, Specialist in Lifestyle Medicine and Homeopathy at RAK Hospital, the recent
Medcare Women & Children Hospital (MWCH), a leading premium multi-speciality healthcare provider in the UAE dedicated to women & children health, will host the third edition of its annual Women & Children Health Symposium at the Great Ballroom of Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre on 19th April 2025. Themed, “Women’s and
Sandblu, a new luxury resort in Santorini overlooking the seaside village of Kamari from the foothills of Greece’s ancient Thira mountain, is opening for its first full season on April 17, 2025. With 66 rooms, suites, and villas, various dining concepts, the indulgent Aurora spa, high-end retail, sophisticated amenities, and a peaceful location on the […]
Michelin AIM FZCO is proud to announce that its Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tyres have been awarded ‘Product of the Year 2025’ in the Tyres category for the Gulf region — a prestigious honour under the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation. As SUVs continue to be a top choice for drivers across […]
Global cloud communications platform Infobip has announced the appointment of Mirza Bukva as the new Director of Operator Partnerships for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. The leadership appointment is a strategic move for Infobip in further strengthening partnerships and innovation in EMEA. Mirza is no stranger to the company and has garnered nearly
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) announces its participation in the 34th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF 2025), one of the most prominent knowledge events locally and internationally. This event is set to be held from 26 April 2025 to 5 May 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National […]
Sunmarke School, part of the prestigious Fortes Education group, proudly announces that its students Irmak and Thasmika have been crowned Young Designers of the Year at the prestigious Junk Kouture World Final 2024, a renowned youth fashion competition held at The Helix in Dublin, Ireland. ‘Their breathtaking creation, ‘Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover’, […]
The UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, reiterated that compliance with the legislation, regulations, and laws regulating payments is a guarantee for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), locally and internationally. During its participation in the third edition of the Future of Payments Summit held in Dubai on
Aster Hospital Mankhool, ranked No. 4 on Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals in the UAE list for 2025, has launched its state-of-the-art Robotic Surgery Centre, marking a significant advancement in orthopedic care with the introduction of the ROSA® Robotic Knee Joint Replacement System. This cutting-edge robotic surgical assistant works alongside surgeons from pre-surgery
In line with its constant commitment to strengthening the efficiency of the judicial system in the Emirate of Dubai, the Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) launched the 14th cohort of its flagship training program, ‘Judicial and Legal Studies for Public Prosecution Members.’ This first-of-its-kind program is officially accredited by the National Qualification Centre under the
#VisitCzechia, in association with the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Qatar and Kuwait and in partnership with regional airlines announced the successful completion of its exclusive multi-city Road Show 2025 in the Middle East. The event took place from April 07th to April 10th, 2025, across prominent cities in the Middle East, namely Doha, […]
Cyber First Qatar is set to return for its second edition on April 16, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Doha, bringing together over 300 cybersecurity decision-makers, innovators, and policymakers to shape the future of Qatar’s digital security landscape in alignment with the country’s National Cybersecurity Strategy 2024–2030 and Qatar
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is participating in the ‘Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week – ADMFW 2025’, which is being held from April 14 to 16, 2025, for the first time in Abu Dhabi at St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort. The prestigious event is conducted under the theme ‘Celebrate Modesty, Celebrate Diversity, Celebrate Yourself.’ […]
Abdullah Al Mamoon, theSenior Vice President of HR and Legal Affairs at leading UAE-based facilities management company Farnek, has been handed the responsibility of driving the growth and expansion of newly formed Flexitalent. Flexitalent, which is a part of the Farnek Group of companies, integrates technology-driven workforce management solutions, through smart payroll
Help AG, the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise and the region’s leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), has partnered with Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) to strengthen the cybersecurity framework of one of the region’s most critical aviation organizations. This collaboration underscores Dubai’s commitment to achieving excellence in digital
With property prices in Dubai’s most recently established residential hubs such as Dubai Hills Estate and Arabian Ranches reaching record highs, attention is beginning to shift toward emerging communities with untapped potential. One such community gaining notable traction is Greenwood by Nakheel, which is positioning itself as Dubai’s greenest residential and investment
Lazard, Inc. (NYSE: LAZ) announced today its strategic expansion into the United Arab Emirates, establishing Abu Dhabi as the Financial Advisory main office for the country, subject to regulatory approval. The establishment of this office reflects the role of Abu Dhabi as a leading business and financial center globally and underscores Lazard’s commitment to
Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), has announced the signing of strategic co-badging agreements with leading international card schemes, including Discover®️, Mastercard, UnionPay and Visa. These agreements enhance Jaywan, the UAE’s Domestic Card Scheme, by enabling international transactions while ensuring a strong and efficient





























