Region is a powerhouse in luxury tourism UN Tourism’s member states from across the Middle East convened in Doha, Qatar, on February 13, 2025, to discuss and shape the sector’s continued growth across the region. The 51st session of the Regional Commission featured high-level delegations
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All Raptor stock form models compete at the Baja 1000 race Ford’s Raptor family – comprising the Ranger Raptor, Bronco Raptor, and F-150 Raptor – is more than just a collection of trucks. They embody the ‘Built Ford Tough’ ethos, merging the brand’s street truck expertise with a deep-rooted off-road racing heritage. The Raptor’s journey […]
These cars embody Ferrari’s legacy Ferrari has officially unveiled the 2025 livery of its 499P Le Mans Hypercars ahead of the upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. This marks Ferrari’s third season in the WEC’s top class, with the iconic number 50 and 51 cars continuing under the Ferrari—AF Corse banner. These cars embody […]
To expand its operational footprint Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has acquired 50 per cent of shares in HPL Apollo, a perishable logistics joint venture previously co-owned with Mercury Aviation. The move signifies Hellmann’s commitment to strengthening its position in the global perishable logistics market and expanding its capability to provide tailored, efficient
Dubai features in the ranking A new study conducted by Deluxe Holiday Homes has unveiled the top nine cities worldwide with the most stable real estate markets. The analysis assessed rent prices for one-bedroom apartments in city centres and surrounding areas, alongside apartment purchase prices per square metre. The cities were ranked based on minimal […]
Highlighting the brand’s engineering prowess Ford Motor Company has announced its highly anticipated return to the pinnacle of prototype sports car racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) in 2027. This move aims to reclaim the magic and success that Ford achieved nearly 60 years ago. Ford Performance will spearhead the initiative, fielding […]
Involving the Universidad Europea The Universidad Europea’s new urban headquarters in Valencia, Spain, is a testament to the seamless integration of historic architecture with modern functionality. This ambitious refurbishment project, led by Ramón Esteve Estudio, has transformed the Antiguo Asilo San Juan Bautista, an old hospice for minors, into a cutting-edge academic
Inspired by performance The Bugatti Home collection was presented in Paris for the first time, showcasing a fusion of automotive excellence and luxury design. Produced and distributed by Luxury Living Group, it draws from the iconic Bugatti cars’ values, focusing on performance, artistry, and French sophistication. From January 16 to 20, 2025, the debut was […]
‘US troops will not deploy to Ukraine’ US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has called on NATO allies to increase their defence spending and ensure security for Ukraine and Europe. Hegseth stated that the US does not believe NATO membership for Ukraine would be a “realistic” outcome of any negotiated peace settlement with Russia. Hegseth addressed […]
Focus on vintage auto sector The second edition of the Sharjah Classic Cars Festival takes place from February 13 to 17, 2025, offering a unique opportunity to celebrate the enduring charm of vintage automobiles. With the theme ‘Where the Story Begins’, the event promises to be a dynamic blend of exhibitions and expert-led discussions exploring […]
New research points out A new study has highlighted the significant role of gut microbiome composition in determining an individual’s vulnerability to life-threatening infections caused by bacteria such as Klebsiella pneumonia, E. coli, and other harmful microbes. The findings suggest that dietary changes, such as remarkably increasing fibre intake, can alter the gut
First 4G/5G Femtocell solution in MEA Nokia and Zain KSA have entered a strategic partnership to implement the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region’s first 4G/5G Femtocell solution. This innovative collaboration aims to bridge mobile coverage gaps and enhance connectivity for enterprise customers across Saudi Arabia. The solution, which deploys 4G and 5G Smart Nodes, […]
Along with historic sites in 29 countries The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has unveiled its 2025 World Monuments Watch, an advocacy programme highlighting 25 culturally significant sites worldwide facing urgent challenges. These sites span 29 countries and five continents and are confronted with climate change, conflict, tourism pressures, and natural disasters. Notably, the
A boost for UAE’s space ambitions The Moon Village Association (MVA), an international non-governmental organisation dedicated to fostering collaboration in the development of the lunar economy, has signed an agreement to establish the Moon Village Centre in Abu Dhabi emirate in the UAE, solidifying the emirate as a new hub for space innovation. Abu Dhabi […]
As the UK’s competitiveness may suffer The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strongly criticised the UK government’s plan to increase the cost of UK Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs) by 60%, from GBP10 to GBP16. The move, which could be implemented soon this year, has raised concerns within the travel industry. Many experts warn it […]
Delivered by Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin has delivered the first AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar antenna to the Japan Ministry of Defence for the Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV). Following extensive acceptance testing, the delivery was made under a Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) arrangement with Mitsubishi Corporation. Chandra Marshall, Vice President of Multi-Domain Combat
A significant expansion for both parties Lufthansa Group has officially finalised its acquisition of a 41 per cent stake in ITA Airways, marking the Italian airline’s integration into Europe’s leading aviation group. After receiving regulatory approval from the European Commission and competition authorities outside the EU, the deal involved a capital increase of 325
Experian, a leading global data and technology company, and ValidMind, a leader in model risk management solutions, today announced a strategic partnership designed to transform how financial institutions manage regulatory compliance, operational risk and model governance. The partnership combines the advanced data, analytics and modelling power of the Experian Ascend
System comes into force this year British citizens must apply for an ETIAS in the coming years before entering several European Union (EU) countries. But what exactly is ETIAS, and how does it work? Here is everything you need to know about this new travel requirement. What is ETIAS? ETIAS stands for the European Travel […]
Amidst the company’s rapid growth Hydrolix, a leading innovator in streaming data lake platforms, has appointed Todd Persen as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). This change comes as the company experiences significant growth: revenue increased eightfold from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024, and its customer base expanded from 39 to 389. Hasan Alayli, the […]





























