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Long Hours in Air-Conditioning Could Leave UAE Residents Dehydrated Without Them Realising, Warns Urologist

Dehydration in the UAE summer is usually associated with people working outdoors or spending time in the heat. But residents spending long hours indoors in air-conditioning could also be at risk of inadequate hydration – simply because they may not feel thirsty enough to drink, warns a UAE urologist. While air-conditioning provides welcome relief from […]
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Saur and Nesma & Partners sign MoU to jointly pursue a strategic recycled water infrastructure opportunity in Riyadh

Saur Saudi Arabia, a part of global water solutions leader Saur, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nesma & Partners, a leading Saudi engineering and construction company, to collaborate on a strategic water infrastructure opportunity supporting Saudi Vision 2030. The agreement was formalised during the French-Saudi Investment Roundtable Meeting, held in
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Google Cloud Launches Gemini Enterprise for Financial Services

Today, Google Cloud unveiled Gemini Enterprise for Financial Services, a purpose-built agentic AI solution engineered for financial professionals. This solution includes a Google-managed Financial Research agent, more than 50 new skills with specialized agentic instructions for financial roles and workflows, enterprise data connectors, an expanding third-party agent
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SAAED and Policybazaar.ae announce strategic partnership to expand access to insurance across digital channels

Policybazaar.ae has signed a strategic partnership with SAAED for Traffic Systems LLC, through Emirates Vehicles Gate (EVG) platform, to broaden access to insurance solutions across the UAE. Through the collaboration, Policybazaar.ae will expand its distribution reach by making its insurance offerings available through EVG, alongside other government and non-government
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Arabian Gulf Properties: 37.4% Rise in Licensed Buildings Reflects Strong Momentum in Dubai Real Estate Market

Arabian Gulf Properties said the strong performance recorded by Dubai’s construction sector during the first half of 2026, including a 37.4% year-on-year increase in the number of licensed buildings, reflects continued momentum in urban development and sustained confidence in Dubai’s real estate market. According to Dubai Municipality data, the number of licensed buildings
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FOO and BENEFIT advance BenefitPay to strengthen Bahrain’s digital financial infrastructure

FOO, an award-winning B2B fintech solutions provider headquartered in the UAE, has marked a new stage in its long-standing partnership with BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions services. The collaboration has supported the continued development of BenefitPay, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Wallet.
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Emirates REIT ends H1 with 20% INCREASE in Net Property Income, a Strong Balance Sheet at 19% FTV and a Record Net Asset Value of USD 949 million

Equitativa today reported positive financial results for the first half of 2026, with net property income increasing 20% year-on-year to USD 40.4 million for the period ended 30 June 2026. A continued focus on portfolio management and operational efficiency helped deliver strong results for Emirates REIT, with high occupancy levels, increased property income and reduced
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International Code Council to Spotlight Practical Application of Saudi Building Code at Big 5 Construct Saudi 2026

The International Code Council (ICC) is set to participate as an exhibitor at Big 5 Construct Saudi 2026, taking place from August 30 to September 2, 2026, at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center. As Saudi Arabia’s construction sector continues to expand in scale and complexity, the effective application of building codes, standards and […]
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Dubai Chamber of Commerce launches Uzbekistan Business Council to strengthen trade and investment ties between Dubai and Uzbekistan

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the establishment of the Uzbekistan Business Council. The new council aims to strengthen cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Uzbekistan, support the growth of trade and investment ties, and expand opportunities for collaboration across
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Dubai’s New Productivity Framework Signals a Shift in How Employers Measure Performance

Dubai’s decision to introduce a unified workforce productivity measurement system across government entities marks a significant shift in how organisations assess performance, placing emphasis on meaningful outcomes.   The move comes as workplaces across the UAE continue to evolve, with artificial intelligence, automation and new digital tools changing how employees
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Czechia Emerges as Europe’s Fastest-Growing Booked Destination, Inviting GCC Travellers to Discover Culture, Wellness, Nature and Family-Friendly Experiences

Czechia is strengthening its position as one of Europe’s most compelling travel destinations for travellers from the GCC, following new data that identifies the country as the fastest-growing booked destination among Europe’s top markets. According to the Travel Insights 2026: Focus on Europe report by Amadeus Travel Intelligence and UN Tourism, Czechia recorded 18%
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Long Weekend Offers at McGettigan’s Dubai

Make the most of the UAE long weekend with four days of Happy Hour, brunches, quiz nights, live music, Sunday Roasts and live football across McGettigan’s venues in Dubai. From kicking things off early on Wednesday night all the way to a relaxed Sunday afternoon before the working week begins, here’s what’s happening: Wednesdays, starting […]