Taking place from 13–22 November on Hudayriyat Island, the World Triathlon Multisport Championships Abu Dhabi 2026 powered by TAQA will bring together more than 4,000 athletes from around the world to compete for World Titles across six multisport disciplines, marking the first time the event
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Medcare Women & Children Hospital (MWCH) in Dubai successfully treated a 47-year-old Omani woman after Dr. Azza Gouda Ibrahim, Head of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department, discovered 44 uterine fibroids that had significantly altered the shape of her uterus, causing persistent pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding and considerable discomfort. The patient
FREELANDER will showcase FREELANDER 8 at the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Auto at its global headquarters in Wuhu, China, next week. Following its Global Brand Launch in Abu Dhabi on 29th September 2026, where the UAE was confirmed as its first international market, the brand will present how British design heritage […]
Persium, a UAE-based environmental technology startup which provides advanced air quality, noise, and environmental sensors, data and solutions, has won the London Business School (LBS) MENA Startup Competition 2026, held in Dubai on 14 October. Supported by London Business School’s Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC), the competition attracted nearly
Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, successfully priced its inaugural CNH 1 billion three-year senior unsecured Dim Sum bond at a fixed coupon of 2.50%, marking the bank’s first public issuance in the offshore renminbi market. The transaction represents a significant milestone in Mashreq’s funding diversification strategy, expanding its
KSA-based startup SDM has been named one of the top three startups at the London Business School (LBS) MENA Startup Competition 2026.Supported by London Business School’s Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC), the competition attracted nearly 100 applications from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Ten finalists advanced to the grand finale
OMODA & JAECOO recorded a 123% year-on-year increase in global vehicle sales in September 2026, driven largely by growing demand for electrified models, as the company prepares to unveil the all-new OMODA X crossover on October 20. The announcement comes as the brand continues its international expansion, including in the UAE, where cumulative vehicle deliveries […]
Qatar Airways Group has marked a major milestone in aircraft financing with the signing of its inaugural Japanese Operating Lease with Call Option (JOLCO) transaction, covering three Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. HSBC and JP Lease Products & Services Co., Ltd. (JLPS) were integral partners in the financing, with HSBC acting as debt arranger and sole […]
ParamountAssure, a UAE-headquartered cybersecurity company, will highlight operational technology (OT) security at CYSEC UAE 2026 on 22 October 2026 at Rosewood Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island. The company will focus on securing the physical operations behind essential services as the UAE advances digital transformation and the technology and productivity priorities of UAE
The Global South Video News Awards will return for a second edition, recognising outstanding video journalism and the people capturing some of the most important stories from across the Global South. Organised by Viory, the video news agency of the Global South, the awards invite video journalists to submit their work across four categories, with […]
NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), the Intelligent Data Infrastructure company, NetApp announced new capabilities that enable enterprises to accelerate their adoption of agentic AI with secure, in-place, zero-copy data activation. The heterogeneous metadata capability of NetApp AI Data Engine (AIDE) helps organizations discover, understand, govern, and operationalize data where it
Rakbank has received two honours at Global Finance’s World’s Best Digital Bank Awards 2026, winning Best SME Banking / SME Platform in both the UAE and the Middle East. The recognition reflects Rakbank’s continued focus on digital innovation, customer experience and creating greater value for small and medium-sized enterprises. Global Finance’s annual awards recognise
Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has partnered with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) on a humanitarian initiative to support vulnerable communities and help fight hunger. Through the partnership, Aramex launched a global employee engagement initiative on WFP’s ShareTheMeal platform, giving employees a
Recovering shipments mask a market still under strain Brent crude continues to trade well above USD 100 per barrel despite a sharp recovery in Middle East oil shipments over the past month. At the same time, diesel prices on both sides of the Atlantic have climbed back above USD 200 per barrel equivalent, highlighting a […]
AWR Automotive, the flagship automotive company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, has introduced the Nissan Patrol 75th Anniversary Edition, marking 75 years of one of the brand’s most iconic nameplates. Developed exclusively for the GCC region, the limited-edition model celebrates the Patrol’s […]
This Halloween, Majid Al Futtaim’s entertainment destinations are turning up the scares with a line-up of chilling experiences and scream-worthy offers. From blockbuster horror movies and a haunted town called Sector 13 buried in the snow, to an interactive maze and a Halloween costume party, guests can celebrate the spooky season at VOX Cinemas, Ski […]
With October bringing more pleasant temperatures and cool days made for the outdoors, The Cove Rotana Resort Ras Al Khaimah offers plenty of reasons to head to the coast. The resort’s Pool and Beach Day Pass is ideal for making the most of the weather, with access to its private beach, swimming pools, and Aqua […]
Two ultra-luxury waterfront mansions to be built on the Palm Jebel Ali will each be offered for sale at AED250 million only on completion, as more wealthy Dubai property buyers insist on seeing the finished home first. The mansions will be delivered by Nordic by fäm, the ultra-prime development arm of fäm Properties, in […]
New research by IBM (NYSE: IBM) finds that AI-related incidents are already reaching boardrooms in UAE organizations, but governance capabilities and risk accountability are under pressure as AI adoption advances. Three in four (75%) UAE executives surveyed say an AI-related incident — including an agent failure, data exposure, AI-driven decision error or AI security
Automechanika Shanghai 2026 will bring together the global automotive supply chain from 2 to 5 December at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, offering businesses access to parts, components, equipment and aftermarket services. As the Middle East region advances automotive manufacturing and electric mobility, the exhibition offers an ideal platform





























