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NORD Development Launches NOVAYAS, a AED 300 million Mixed-Use Development only a few steps from Disneyland, Yas Island

News Desk 09/02/2026

NORD Real Estate Development L.L.C. has officially launched NOVAYAS, a contemporary mixed-use development, located at the heart of Yas Island. Valued at approximately AED 300 million, the project marks a strategic addition to Abu Dhabi’s evolving real estate landscape, combining thoughtful

Entertainment Events Saudi Arabia

Powering the Future of Play: Riyadh Welcomes the Global Games Show 2026

News Editor 06/02/2026

Riyadh is ready to host gamers, and developers from over the world with Global Games Show 2026 making its mark on the Middle East. The event, which is set for 29-30th June 2026, provides an engaging platform dedicated to gaming tech, interactive experiences, and networking opportunities for gaming professionals. Organized by VAP Group and powered […]

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Riyadh to Host Global AI Show 2026: Where Minds and Machines Meet

News Editor 06/02/2026

Riyadh is set to become the global stage for modern artificial intelligence with the upcoming Global AI Show (GAIS), beginning from 29-30th June 2026. Organized by VAP Group and powered by the Times of AI, the event offers the latest breakthroughs in AI, machine learning, and automation, and provides a platform for companies and thought […]

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Saudi Arabia

Global Tech Leaders Unite to Shape the Future of Blockchain and Web3 Innovation

News Editor 06/02/2026

Following the successful event at Abu Dhabi, Riyadh is also going to become the “Mecca of Blockchain” as the Global Blockchain Show is making its comeback there. The global event shall take place on the 29-30th of June 2026 at the Malfa hall and will commemorate the attendance of industry stalwarts and thought leaders across […]

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UAE ministry announces temporary closure on part of Dubai’s Emirates Road

News Editor 06/02/2026

Image Credit : Gulf News The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has announced the temporary closure of a section of Dubai’s Emirates Road as part of ongoing infrastructure development works. In a statement shared on social media, the ministry said Al Jami Road and the distributor at the Al Badaa intersection towards Emirates Road will […]

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UAE, Microsoft partner to develop AI agents supporting university learning and job readiness

News Editor 06/02/2026

The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has partnered with Microsoft to develop advanced AI agents aimed at supporting university students in the UAE, from personalised learning journeys to clearer pathways into the job market. Under the collaboration, the ministry and Microsoft will leverage Microsoft Azure and cloud-based AI technologies to research

Qatar Travel

Qatar to introduce 10-year residency for entrepreneurs and senior executives

News Editor 06/02/2026

Qatar is set to launch a new 10-year residency programme aimed at entrepreneurs and senior executives, signalling a shift in the country’s approach to long-term expatriate residence. The initiative was announced during Web Summit Qatar 2026 and is positioned as a targeted pathway rather than a broad-based residency option. Who is eligible The scheme is […]

Events

Dubai hosts International Tax Conference amid push for corporate certainty

Miguel Hadchity 06/02/2026

Photo Credit: Government of Dubai Media Office Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Dubai Finance, in partnership with the International Tax Law Research and Policy Network, convened this week the International Tax Conference 2026 at the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, timed with the World Governments Summit. Under the theme “Achieving International Corporate Tax Certainty in […]

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WGS 2026: UAE President presents Most Reformed Government Global Award to Paraguay President

News Editor 05/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has presented Santiago Peña Palacios, President of the Republic of Paraguay, with the Most Reformed Government Global Award, one of the highest honours of the World Governments Summit. The award was conferred during the World Governments Summit 2026, being held in Dubai […]

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How invisible design and infrastructure keep millions of tourists returning to Dubai

News Editor 05/02/2026

Image Credit : Gulf News Behind Dubai’s iconic skyline and postcard-ready landmarks lies an often unseen layer of planning and policy that turns the city into a place people want to return to again and again, according to Marwan Ahmed Bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality. Speaking during a World Governments Summit session on […]

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World Governments Summit: Dubai Municipality unveils Dh4bn Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap 2030

News Editor 05/02/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Dubai Municipality has launched the Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap 2030, a long-term strategy aimed at building a balanced and integrated urban ecosystem, during the World Governments Summit. The roadmap was reviewed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, alongside senior UAE […]

Food & Beverage

Abu Dhabi’s F&B sector enters era of accelerated growth and innovation

Miguel Hadchity 05/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — A report from the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry confirmed the emirate’s Food and Beverage sector is in a powerful high-growth phase, driven by strategic investments and a rapidly evolving ecosystem. Key metrics reveal exceptional expansion, including 24,594 active F&B licenses as of September […]

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Ramadan timetable reduces full school days for UAE students

News Editor 04/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, educators across the UAE say this year’s academic calendar has been carefully planned to ease pressure on students while keeping learning on track. Ramadan, expected to begin on February 19, will include 12 full holiday days, alongside four Fridays featuring significantly reduced school hours […]

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ADFD backs Rogun Hydropower project in Tajikistan with AED376m financing

News Editor 04/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has signed a loan agreement with the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan to finance the Rogun Hydroelectric Power Station, reinforcing efforts to enhance energy security and water resilience in Central Asia. The agreement, valued at AED376 million, was signed on the sidelines of […]

Travel

UAE to open new e-visa service center in Beirut, bolstering bilateral ties

Miguel Hadchity 04/02/2026

Photo Credit: X/@rami_rizk Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security will soon inaugurate a new e-Visa issuance center in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. According to the Emirates News Agency, the opening underscores the deep-rooted, brotherly relations between the two nations, built on mutual respect and

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UAE President Welcomes Arab Young Leaders Delegation at World Governments Summit 2026

News Editor 04/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed a delegation from the Arab Meeting for Young Leaders, held on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit 2026, during a meeting at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed extended his best wishes to the delegates, […]

Travel UAE

UAE Golden Visa Eligibility and Benefits

Seif Kamel 03/02/2026

 What is the Golden Visa in the UAE?  Considered as one of the prominent procedures carried out by the Federal Authority for Identity, the Golden Visa, or Golden Residency provides the chance to those who are eligible to receive a residency for a long term in the United Arab Emirates. This period of time may […]

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Khalifa University of Science and Technology secures 60 patents in 2025

News Editor 03/02/2026

Image Credit: WAM Khalifa University of Science and Technology has been granted 60 patents in 2025, marking the strongest single-year patent performance by any university in the UAE and underscoring the rapid growth of its applied research and innovation ecosystem. The milestone represents a sharp rise in patent output over recent years, increasing from 22 […]

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UAE–Vietnam CEPA enters into force, boosting bilateral trade and investment ties

News Editor 03/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam has officially entered into force, marking a major milestone in strengthening trade and investment ties between the two countries. The agreement is designed to remove trade barriers, reduce tariffs, and create a strong framework for deeper economic cooperation

GCC Tech

Egypt to Host the Region’s First Major AI Summit Under Patronage of President El-Sisi

News Editor 03/02/2026

Ai Everything MEA Egypt reflects Egypt’s national agenda to harness AI for economic growth – creating jobs, future industries, and opportunities for a new generation Cairo, Egypt – 2 February 2026: In a defining milestone for Egypt’s digital transformation and its expanding leadership in the global technology landscape, the inaugural edition of Ai Everything Middle