Dubai’s real estate market is seeing unprecedented growth, fueled by a surge in Golden Visas issued to high-net-worth individuals and property investors. With 158,000 Golden Visas issued in 2023; nearly double the 79,617 visas issued the previous year, the programme has cemented its role as a
Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced the 56% construction completion of Azizi Vista in Dubai Studio City, one of Dubai’s most distinguished residential areas. Featuring studio apartments and one- and two-bedroom residences, the development’s projected completion date is set for Q2 of 2025. The project’s progress is moving swiftly, with
NaughtOne, part of the MillerKnoll collective, debuts Truffle pouf, a cheeky yet practical seat and footrest. Truffle pouf brings a playful energy wherever it pops up. Intentionally organic in form, its curvaceous profile charms from all sides, while the seamless top offers a smooth, durable sit. With two sizes, 605 wide x 400 high (A) […]
musafir.com, a premier online travel agency in the UAE, has entered into a strategic partnership with Czech Tourism to promote Czechia as a must-visit destination for travelers from the UAE. This collaboration is poised to elevate travel experiences by offering exclusive packages that highlight Czechia’s stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. The
Three outstanding Emirati siblings have secured full scholarships at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) – a world-class research-intensive university that focuses on science, engineering, and business as well as humanities and social science. The siblings were awarded full government scholarships to study abroad together in Hong Kong by the
Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, recently announced a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to enhance the security of AI-driven private data centers across regional and global markets. This collaboration is a key part of Trend Micro’s broader initiative to advance AI implementation for enterprises and
24-year-old Indian expat, Mohammed, who sustained a severe knee injury while playing football has successfully undergone a breakthrough cartilage transplant at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital. Dr. Karthikraj Kuberakani, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the facility, led the ground breaking procedure that saved the young athlete from a total knee replacement. This
Following a visit by Al-Futtaim Group to Hangzhou No. 2 Middle School in April this year, Al Futtaim Education Foundation (AFEF) welcomed a delegation from Zhejiang Provincial Government in China and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote international academic cooperation. The meeting was aimed at fostering robust ties between AFEF and the Zhejiang […]
Kutubna Cultural Center, Dubai’s newest independent bookstore and cultural center, is launching a new program of guided tours of the center’s ongoing art exhibitions, as well as creative writing and art-making workshops for school field trips. From September 10 to October 26, students can visit the new exhibit “One Hundred Years of Painting: Arab Art […]
The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council is set to return for its third instalment in 2025, following the successful second edition earlier this year, which solidified its reputation as a top-tier event on the global tennis circuit. The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) and IMG have announced that the tournament will […]
Oracle and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) today announced the launch of Oracle Database@AWS, a new offering that allows customers to access Oracle Autonomous Database on dedicated infrastructure and Oracle Exadata Database Service within AWS. Oracle Database@AWS will provide customers with a unified experience between Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS, offering
Dubai South Properties has announced the appointment of Al Turath Al Aseel Contracting for a AED 150 million contract towards the construction of South Living Tower, a luxury apartment development at The Residential District in Dubai South. The project was launched in June this year, with an attractive post-handover payment plan, following huge demand for […]
Prometheus Medical International (PMI), experts in emergency medical training and medical risk consultancy, and a subsidiary of Response Plus Medical (RPM) – a leading provider of pre-hospital emergency medical services in the Middle East – has won a contract to deliver its Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) training to the clinical team mentors at the
Saudi Arabia is rapidly establishing itself as a global leader in tourism, with the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in 2023 setting a new benchmark for the industry. This progress was on full display at the IHIF Asia International Hospitality Investment Forum in Hong Kong, where the Saudi Ministry of Tourism highlighted the vast potential for international […]
Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition in 2023, Fujairah Shooting Club has announced the return of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship (FMSC) and the launch of the championship’s official website for its second edition. The unparalleled and challenging sporting event will return in February 2025 and will be held under the patronage of […]
During an extraordinary general assembly held in Rabat on Friday, September 6, 2024, the members of the Moroccan Confederation of Industrial Pelagic Fishing Shipowners (COMAIP) adopted a number of strategic orientations and operational decisions. As part of this initiative, the COMAIP Board of Directors unanimously decided to entrust an independent expert with drafting a
INTO University Partnerships, a global education partnering organisation, recently organised a Thought Leadership Event, ‘Higher Education Support for Vision 2030, at the InterContinental Riyadh Hotel. The event brought together key stakeholders and decision-makers from the international higher education sector to discuss Saudi Arabia’s transformative Vision 2030. It
Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) today announced that Saint-Denis Hospital Center is adopting the use of the Masimo SafetyNet® cloud-based telemonitoring platform as part of an experimental mobile neonatology unit aimed at facilitating earlier discharge of premature newborns from the ICU to the home. Launched in February, this pioneering project allows vulnerable
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) today warns about the high levels of contraband and counterfeit cigarettes in the European Union (EU) year over year, with 35.2 billion illicit cigarettes consumed in the region in 2023, accounting for 8.3% of total consumption in the EU, an increase of 0.1 percentage point compared to 2022. […]
Dine Brands International, an affiliate of Dine Brands Global, Inc., the parent company of Applebee’s®, IHOP®, and Fuzzy’sTaco Shop® restaurants, is further expanding its global footprint and unique dual-branded Applebee’s and IHOP concept to new international markets. Through a multi-unit development agreement with franchisee BLT Global Brands, the first dual-branded





























