The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) announced the extension of the application period for Cycle 4 of the Parent-friendly Label (PFL) until 14 August 2026, giving semi-government, private, and third sector organisations across the UAE additional time to complete and submit their
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Fifteen gifted students sponsored by Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences are participating in the FitzEd Summer School 2026, organised by Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, alongside more than 280 students representing 24 countries. The programme forms part of the Foundation’s commitment to providing international
TiE Dubai, the regional chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), the global network fostering entrepreneurship, has announced the appointment of its new board for 2026 – 2027 and new plans to give founders across the UAE and wider MENA region more structured support. The term will prioritise mentoring, learning and growth, backed by a community […]
‘Holive Residences’, a boutique real estate developer focused on elevated mountain living in Lebanon, has officially launched the off-plan sales for its inaugural project and the latest boutique residential development in Kfardebian. The new development will offer buyers an exclusive opportunity to own one of just five luxury mountain residences in one of Lebanon’s
CHÔM CHÔM DUBAI TEAMS UP WITH LOS ANGELES BRAND TACOS 1986 FOR THE FIRST CHÔM CHÔM & FRIENDS SPECIAL
This August, Chôm Chôm is launching Chôm Chôm & Friends, a new monthly series of special banh mi collaborations celebrating chefs, flavours and street food cultures from Dubai and beyond. Kicking off the series is The 1986 Banh Mi, created in collaboration with Chef Jorge Alvarez-Tostado of Tacos 1986. The special brings together Chôm Chôm’s […]
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is supporting a landmark initiative launched by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority (ADCDA), in collaboration with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). The initiative establishes the UAE’s first regulatory framework requiring professionals at engineering consultancy offices involved in the design of fire
Proofpoint, Inc., a leading cybersecurity and compliance company, today announced significant enhancements to its Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and data access governance capabilities in Europe, including expanded AI-powered data discovery and classification across Europe’s major business languages. Hosted from Proofpoint’s data centre located in Frankfurt,
ARMAF, the global fragrance powerhouse behind one of the world’s most celebrated fragrance collections, proudly announces acclaimed actor, producer and entrepreneur John Abraham as the Global Brand Ambassador for Club De Nuit Intense Overdose. The partnership will make its worldwide debut through a cinematic television commercial (TVC), introducing the boldest chapter yet
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development participated in the AgenticVerse – Agentic AI & Multi-Agent Intelligence Summer Programme, delivered in collaboration with 42 Abu Dhabi, to equip secondary school students with practical skills in artificial intelligence, innovation, and entrepreneurship through an immersive, hands-on learning experience. Throughout the five-day
Sheikh Khalifa Medical City – Ajman (SKMCA), governed by The Medical Office, a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has been awarded the prestigious Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International (ACHS) Centre of Excellence (CoE) recognition for its Women and Children’s Hospital in the specialties of Obstetrics,
Keolis MHI has launched its Summer Heat Campaign, reaffirming its commitment to protecting employees, strengthening health, safety and environmental (HSE) standards, and promoting a culture of prevention and preparedness across its operations in Dubai. Running throughout the summer months, the three-month campaign aims to raise awareness of heat-related risks and equip
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has won the SAP Global Innovation Award 2026 in the Services Superstar category for its implementation of Corporate Tax through the EmaraTax digital tax services platform. The FTA achieved the highest rating among 182 global entities that competed for the award, which recognises the acceleration of business outcomes through […]
As the 2026 theme, “Trapped Behind the Scam,” draws attention to the growing practice of luring individuals through fraudulent employment opportunities before subjecting them to exploitation and coercing them into carrying out online scams, H.E. Al Ameemi noted that “this evolving form of trafficking in persons underscores the critical importance of strengthening digital
The multinational fragrance house Eurofragance has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting the launch of Olivante®, an ingredient developed through the upcycling of waste from the olive oil industry, its second consecutive EcoVadis Platinum Medal and a 41% reduction in both direct emissions and water consumption per ton produced since 2021. On the
Acronis, a global provider of an AI-native cyber platform for MSPs and IT departments, today unveiled the next phase of capabilities, bringing protection, infrastructure, management, business intelligence, and autonomous execution into a single user experience. Presented during the Acronis Accelerate: The Journey to Autonomous IT event, the demonstration of new
My Syria’, Syria’s first integrated digital super app bringing together tourism, hospitality, lifestyle and payment services within a single ecosystem, officially launched today under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Mazen Al-Salhani, Minister of Tourism. Developed by 121 Living with the strategic support and supervision of the Ministry of Tourism, the
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of death globally, accounting for an estimated 17.9 million deaths annually and nearly 32% of all global deaths. In the UAE, heart attacks and strokes contribute to approximately 41% of deaths, underscoring the importance of timely diagnosis, advanced cardiac care, and specialised treatment options. Against this
LG Electronics (LG) has released its 2025–2026 Sustainability Report, laying out how LG is working toward its long-term goal of a more sustainable, inclusive future – a goal that increasingly overlaps with fast-growing markets like the UAE, where investment in AI infrastructure, sustainable buildings and inclusive smart living is accelerating. Cooling is one
This summer, Novikov Café is giving guests another reason to reach for their cameras before taking the first sip. The Dubai Mall destination is launching Summer in a Cup, a colourful collection of four limited-edition drinks created to look as good as they taste. Available throughout August and September and priced at AED 65 each, the menu brings […]
The Dubai Deira and Dubai Gold District Cluster of Hotels invites families, friends and corporate groups to celebrate Onam with an authentic Kerala Sadhya, available from 15 August to 31 October 2026. Bringing together traditional cuisine, cultural experiences and the spirit of community, the celebration offers flexible dining options for intimate gatherings as well as





























