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Quadria Capital Steps Up Focus on GCC Healthcare Investments

News Desk 12/02/2026

Quadria Capital, Asia’s pre-eminent healthcare-focused PE firm, is strengthening its GCC presence as it looks to build scaled healthcare platforms across the region. Managing more than $4.2 billion in assets and investing exclusively in healthcare, the firm sees the region offering a rare

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Mecomed and MedTech Europe Unite at WHX Dubai to Advance MedTech Collaboration and Policy Alignment

News Desk 12/02/2026

Mecomed, the Medical Technology Association in the Middle East and Africa, and MedTech Europe, the European trade association for medical technology industry, today brought together global and regional stakeholders  for an exclusive Mecomed & MedTech Europe exchange during WHX Dubai, a global platform for the international MedTech community, under the theme “The Power

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AMR Leaders’ Summit opens at WHX Labs, as global experts call for coordinated action on antimicrobial resistance

News Desk 12/02/2026

Global health leaders met today at WHX Labs at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) for the inaugural AMR Leaders’ Summit to address the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), predicted by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to cause up to 10 million deaths annually and a potential $1 trillion in additional healthcare costs worldwide by […]

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FESPA Middle East 2026 secures position as market leader as investment intent surges

News Desk 12/02/2026

FESPA Middle East has confirmed its position as the Middle East’s most influential platform for global digital printing, textile, signage, and screen printing industries, with strong attendance from senior decision-makers, increased investment intent, and the delivery of tangible commercial value for exhibitors and partners across the three-day event. Post-show analysis

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Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre Appoints Mohamad Daanish Khan as Director of Outside Catering

News Desk 12/02/2026

Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre proudly announces the appointment of Mohamad Daanish Khan as its new Director of Outside Catering, strengthening the hotel’s ambition to deliver standout, design-led catering experiences across Dubai’s most sought-after off-site celebrations and corporate events. With over 14 years of experience in luxury hospitality and

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BMW ALPINA: Standalone automobiles with a new brand emblem

News Desk 12/02/2026

Munich. Following its brand activation in early January 2026, BMW ALPINA is presenting itself as an exclusive new brand under the custodianship of the BMW Group. The brand embodies an exceptional balance of supreme ride comfort and high performance. The new badge design complements the recently revealed wordmark, collectively defining the brand’s contemporary iconography.

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Big Bad Wolf Books returns to Dubai this year with millions of books starting at AED 2

News Desk 12/02/2026

Big Bad Wolf Books, the world’s largest book sale phenomenon, is set to return to Dubai Studio City from Thursday, February 26, to Sunday, March 8, 2026, bringing millions of books at prices starting from just AED 2. Returning to the city during the holy month of Ramadan this year, the 2026 edition is anchored […]

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Novikov Café Launches “Dining Etiquette for Kids” An intercative experience for young diners

News Desk 12/02/2026

Taking place at Novikov Café  on  February 27, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, the one-hour session is tailored for children aged 6 to 12, combining confidence-building and dining in an iconic setting overlooking the Dubai Fountain.   The experience is paired with a specially designed three-course children’s menu, allowing young guests to practice […]

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AGMC BMW extends long-standing partnership with Al Majlis at DXB

News Desk 12/02/2026

AGMC, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, has announced the extension of its partnership with Al Majlis at Dubai International (DXB), reinforcing a relationship that has spanned nine years and continues to set the benchmark for premium ground transportation at the airport. As part of the renewed […]

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Strong Jobs Lift Dollar; Oil Up on Iran Risks, Stocks Steady, Gold Softens – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 12/02/2026

US Markets  The S&P 500 ended the session little changed, with a slight decline of 0.05%. Worries around the impact of artificial intelligence on several industries curtailed a rally fuelled by strong employment data. Stocks had initially received a boost from stronger-than-expected employment data. Payrolls rose in January by the most in more than a […]

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AUS Career Fair 2026 connects students and alumni to over 560 internship and employment opportunities

News Desk 12/02/2026

American University of Sharjah (AUS) brought together more than 1,200 students and alumni and 82 employers from over 20 industry sectors at Career Fair 2026 on February 10, connecting talent with over 560 internship and full-time employment opportunities. Designed as a bridge between university life and the workplace, the fair gave students and alumni direct access […]

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ATLAB announces winners of FIRST® LEGO® League UAE 2025-26, celebrating young innovators in robotics and STEM

News Desk 12/02/2026

ATLAB Middle East, a subsidiary of Centena Group and the official organiser of FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) UAE, announced the winners of the 2025–26 season during a grand finale held on February 7 and 8, 2026 at the American School of Creative Science, Maliha Road. Organised by ATLAB Middle East, affiliate Partner for FIRST® (For […]

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Dubai to Host the 2028 Asia-Pacific Conference on Giftedness Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation Concludes Participation in the Participation in the 19th Edition Held in Jeddah

News Desk 12/02/2026

The Asia-Pacific Federation of the Gifted announced, at the conclusion of the 19th Asia-Pacific Conference on Giftedness (APCG 2026), that Dubai has been selected to host the next edition of the conference in 2028. The announcement was made at the closing of the conference, which took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from 7 to 11 […]

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KT LUXE Announces Inaugural Healthy Ageing Summit 2026 in Exclusive Partnership with OMICS Precision Health Centre

News Desk 12/02/2026

KT LUXE, Khaleej Times’ premium lifestyle and thought-leadership platform, has announced the launch of the KT LUXE Healthy Ageing Summit 2026, its inaugural summit dedicated to healthspan, preventive healthcare, performance, and the future of living well. Taking place on May 21, 2026, at the Mandarin Oriental, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai, the one-day summit will convene

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Al Reem Island Sales Volume More Than Tripled in 2025, MERED Analysis Shows 45% Price Surge

News Desk 12/02/2026

Abu Dhabi’s off-plan property market achieved record levels in 2025, according to new analysis by MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer. City-wide sales volume surged to 1.17 million sqm, nearly double the previous year’s total and exceeding the combined volume of the past three years. Spearheading this expansion, Al Reem Island dramatically

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New Alteryx Research Highlights Trust and Data as Keys to Scaling AI Pilots

News Desk 12/02/2026

Alteryx, Inc., a leading AI-ready data and analytics company, today released new research revealing that while enterprises are ramping up investment in AI and automation, trust and data challenges continue to slow adoption. The research finds a growing disconnect between AI ambition and real-world impact. Despite heavy investment in AI, most organizations are failing to

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Mashreq Becomes First UAE Bank to Offer Digital Cross-Border Accounts for Non-Resident Pakistanis—With Fee-Free Quick Remit Transfers

News Desk 12/02/2026

Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking cross-border service for its UAE-based Pakistani customers. For the first time, the bank’s Pakistani customers living in the UAE can now open accounts with Mashreq Pakistan fully remotely, enjoy a single view of their accounts and transfer money instantly […]

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Union Coop and National Bonds Partner to Enhance Financial Awareness for Families

News Desk 12/02/2026

Union Coop has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Bonds, the Sharia-compliant savings and investment company, to strengthen cooperation in promoting savings programs and spreading financial planning awareness across the community. The agreement aligns with the UAE’s designation of 2026 as the “Year of the Family.” The agreement was signed by Mr.

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Tally Solutions Strengthens Partner Ecosystem in Saudi Arabia to Accelerate SME Growth

News Desk 12/02/2026

Tally Solutions, a leading global technology company providing business management software to small and medium businesses worldwide, has strengthened its presence in Saudi Arabia by onboarding new Saudi-based partners in Riyadh. This expansion reflects Tally’s continued commitment to building a strong local ecosystem that supports SMEs across the Kingdom in their digital

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RELY makes GCC Debut with R8 Model Launch

News Desk 12/02/2026

RELY, a new brand under Chery Commercial Vehicle UAE, has officially made its GCC debut with the latest RELY R8 mid-size pickup model, reinforcing its commitment to delivering intelligent, application-driven commercial mobility solutions in the UAE. This launch marks a strategic expansion of the company’s footprint in the region. As part of this expansion, Al […]