Iraq News Transport Travel

Syria, Iraq agree to link customs systems and open Tanf crossing to travelers

Miguel Hadchity 21/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Syria and Iraq have agreed to electronically link their customs systems and to open the Tanf border crossing to passenger traffic, as trade between the two countries grows. Qutaiba Badawi, head of Syria’s General Authority for Ports and Customs, met

Real Estate UAE

Dubai Holding partners with ADCB to offer mortgage financing solutions

Miguel Hadchity 18/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Dubai Holding has announced a strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank to provide mortgage financing solutions for customers looking to purchase properties within a number of residential projects developed by Nakheel, Meraas, and Dubai Properties. Under the partnership, eligible customers wishing to buy properties within

Travel UAE

flydubai to expand fleet beyond 100 aircraft, launches new cabin retrofit program

Miguel Hadchity 17/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — flydubai has announced the next phase of its fleet development plans, which includes growing its fleet to more than 100 aircraft, alongside the launch of a new cabin retrofit program starting this September. The airline is set to receive 11 new aircraft in 2026, comprising seven Boeing 737 MAX […]

Qatar Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Mada cards now accepted in Qatar as Gulf payment integration expands

Miguel Hadchity 16/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — The Saudi Central Bank announced, in cooperation with the Qatar Central Bank, the start of a phased rollout allowing Saudi Arabia’s national payment network card “Mada” to be accepted in Qatar, alongside Qatar’s national payment card “Himyan” being accepted in Saudi Arabia. The move marks a further

Lebanon News

Lebanon signs DCO charter, launches digital prosperity plan

Miguel Hadchity 15/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Lebanon has signed the charter of the Digital Cooperation Organization, becoming a “signatory state” in a move that advances the country’s path toward full membership and opens a new phase of cooperation to support its digital economy priorities. Lebanon’s Minister of the Displaced and Minister of State for

News UAE

S&P affirms Ras Al Khaimah’s “A/A-1” credit rating with stable outlook

Miguel Hadchity 14/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Global credit rating agency S&P Global Ratings has affirmed the credit rating of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah at “A/A-1,” maintaining a “stable” outlook for the emirate’s economic future. According to the Emirates News Agency, the US agency said the stable outlook reflects its

Events Tech

Apple unveils its first-ever folding phone: iPhone Duo

Miguel Hadchity 09/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Apple kicked off a new era on September 9, 2026, with its “Surprise and Shine” event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino — the first keynote headlined by new CEO John Ternus, who officially took over from Tim Cook on September 1. Cook made a brief cameo to […]

Bahrain

Bahrain Prathibha Grandmasters Cup to kick off on September 11

Miguel Hadchity 09/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Chess enthusiasts across Bahrain have something to look forward to this week, as the Bahrain Prathibha Grandmasters Cup – Season 1 is set to take place on September 11, 2026. According to a press release, the international tournament is being jointly organized by the Bahrain Prathibha Manama Zonal Committee, […]

Events Lebanon

Here’s everything you missed from Murex d’Or 2026

Miguel Hadchity 08/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — The 26th edition of the Murex d’Or Awards took over the Casino du Liban, Lebanon, and it did not disappoint. Trophies, tributes, and a red carpet packed with some of the region’s biggest names in drama, film, and music. Founded in 2000 by Lebanese physicians Dr. Zahi and Dr. […]

Real Estate UAE

Ajman records $416m in real estate transactions in August

Miguel Hadchity 08/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Ajman’s real estate sector registered 994 transactions worth a combined AED 1.53 billion ($416.6 million) during August, according to figures released by the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation. Omar bin Omair Al Muhairi, director general of the Department, said the sector’s performance in August

Lebanon News

Mutual aid sustained 85% of displaced Lebanese families during war that cost $14bn

Miguel Hadchity 04/09/2026

Dubai, UAE – Sept. 2026 – A new humanitarian survey found that 85 percent of displaced Lebanese households provided or received help from people around them during the war. The finding comes from a study released by Ground Truth Solutions and InflueAnswers, working with the Lebanon Humanitarian and Development Forum, based on interviews with more […]

Energy UAE

Mubadala Energy cuts emissions by nearly a third in 2025, sustainability report shows

Miguel Hadchity 04/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Mubadala Energy, the Abu Dhabi-based international energy company, has announced a 30.9 percent reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions across its operated assets in 2025, as the company continued to prioritize reliable energy supply alongside responsible growth and improved performance on

Events Saudi Arabia

Billions in tech investment announced on day 3 of LEAP 2026

Miguel Hadchity 03/09/2026

Photo Credit: LEAP Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Day three of the LEAP 2026 technology conference in Riyadh brought a fresh wave of investment into Saudi Arabia’s tech ecosystem, spanning multi-billion-riyal digital infrastructure projects, new artificial intelligence funds and expansion plans for startups. LEAP is a global platform showcasing Saudi

Energy UAE

UAE renewable energy capacity grows 63-fold in a decade, top official says

Miguel Hadchity 02/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — The UAE’s renewable energy capacity has grown more than 63-fold over the past decade, rising from 129 megawatts in 2015 to over 8.2 gigawatts in 2025, according to Sharif Al Olama, undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure for Energy and Petroleum Affairs. Speaking to […]

Tech

Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO ahead of ‘Surprise and Shine’ event and rumored foldable iPhone

Miguel Hadchity 01/09/2026

Photo Credit: Apple Dubai, UAE – Sept. 2026 – After 15 years leading the world’s most valuable technology company, Tim Cook has officially stepped down as CEO of Apple, closing out one of the most consequential tenures in the company’s history. Monday, August 31, was Cook’s final day in the role; John Ternus, Apple’s longtime […]

Events Saudi Arabia Tech

LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh with four days of tech, AI and robotics

Miguel Hadchity 31/08/2026

Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — LEAP 2026, one of the world’s largest technology events, opens in Riyadh today for its fifth edition. The four-day event will run across 16 stages and more than 20 content tracks, covering AI, computing, mobility, gaming and sport. Artificial intelligence will be a central theme throughout, tying into Saudi […]

Saudi Arabia

DP World’s Jeddah terminal hits record monthly volume as Red Sea trade rebounds

Miguel Hadchity 28/08/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — The South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, operated by DP World, recorded its highest monthly handling volume since operations began in 1999, processing more than 221,200 TEUs in July 2026. The milestone was driven by growing trade activity and continued investment in capacity, equipment and […]

Travel UAE

DXB welcomes 31.5m passengers in H1 as traffic rebounds

Miguel Hadchity 27/08/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — Dubai International Airport handled 31.5 million passengers during the first half of 2026, with traffic showing steady month-on-month growth in the second quarter as airline capacity recovered and international connectivity improved, according to figures released by Dubai Airports. According to the Emirates News

News UAE

Dubai retains global lead in creative economy investment

Miguel Hadchity 26/08/2026

Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — Dubai topped the world ranking for new foreign direct investment projects in cultural and creative industries for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, according to Financial Times’ fDi Markets. The emirate attracted 754 new projects, ahead of London, Singapore, Riyadh, and Bengaluru, out of 233 cities tracked. The sector […]

Bahrain

Parkin signs MoU with Bahrain’s Amaken to expand regional parking and mobility cooperation

Miguel Hadchity 25/08/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — Parkin Company PJSC has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bahrain Parking Company “Amaken” B.S.C. to explore cooperation opportunities in vehicle parking technologies, digital mobility services, and regional business development. According to the Emirates News Agency, the agreement establishes a