Arada Group, one of the world’s fastest-growing master developers, has revealed plans for a AED5 billion twin-tower residential project following the acquisition of a prime development site in Broadbeach on the Gold Coast. The move marks the group’s first expansion outside New South
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Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, represented by Hamdan Bin Rashid Centre for Giftedness and Innovation, participated in Al Maqeedh Season 2026 by delivering the interactive workshop “The Sustainable City” for gifted students and their parents. Held in response to an invitation from the Community Development Authority (CDA), the
AMIS Development has announced the pre-launch sell-out of the six signature Mansions at Jacob & Co.’s Fleurs de Jardin in Meydan District 11, achieving total sales of AED 300 million less than a month after breaking ground on the landmark development in June. Representing the highest-value residences within the community, the six signature Mansions were […]
Neoterra Developments has celebrated the successful sell-out of Eira, its latest residential development in Dubai Production City, marking another significant milestone in the developer’s growth journey and reinforcing market confidence in its design-led approach to community development. To commemorate the achievement, Neoterra hosted an exclusive appreciation
The Global Knowledge Index (GKI) continues to strengthen its position as a premier international analytical tool for measuring countries’ readiness to transition into knowledge economies. This comes amid rapid global shifts toward development models based on innovation, technology, and human capital. GKI leverages a comprehensive scientific methodology to
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), has chaired the agency’s second board meeting of 2026, during which His Highness commended EAD’s efforts and strategic initiatives that continue to enhance environmental excellence, community health […]
Ellington Properties, Dubai’s leading design-led real estate developer, has announced the launch of Everly Place, its newest residential development in Mohammed Bin Rashid City’s Meydan Horizon, further strengthening its growing portfolio of thoughtfully designed homes across Dubai. Overlooking the crystal lagoon, Everly Place features 209 residences across a curated mix
Arada has begun the pre-launch phase at 100 Avenue Road, a new residential development in Swiss Cottage, a short distance from the leafy expanses of Regent’s Park and Hampstead Heath in North West London. Construction of the 172-apartment building is already under way and due to complete in the fourth quarter of 2028, marking the […]
BEEAH has announced the commencement of early works at Khalid Bin Sultan City, its flagship real estate development in Sharjah, with Building Co. (BEST) L.L.C. appointed to deliver the enabling works package. The milestone moves the project from planning into physical development ahead of the targeted completion of Phase 1 in 2029. Concept master-planned by […]
The Sports Coordination Council held its second meeting of 2026, chaired by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports, at the Cycling Building in the Officers Club in Dubai. The meeting convened representatives from federal and local government entities and sports organisations aiming to reinforce integration across the national sports ecosystem and align […]
Dubai’s development market continues to expand at pace, while also demonstrating a level of stability that is helping sustain long-term growth. Strong investor confidence, clear regulation, advanced infrastructure, and market continuity are giving the sector a solid foundation even as project volume rises. In 2025, Dubai recorded more than 270,000 real estate transactions
Dubai Peninsula, developed by H&H, is progressing on schedule, with lead contractors appointed and construction activity underway. These early milestones mark the beginning of a new neighbourhood in Jumeirah, conceived as one of Dubai’s most exclusive waterfront destinations. Positioned along the coastline at the edge of Dubai Canal, Dubai Peninsula is
Scientific research launched just over 20 years ago to find the places where people live longest, identified five ‘blue zones’ where nature played a fundamental role, and healthy behaviour was built into daily life. American writer, explorer and National Geographic Fellow, Dan Buettner, first coined the term ‘blue zones’ after an expedition in 2000 […]
A new study by Arthur D. Little (ADL) reveals that culturally integrated hospitality properties can claim higher average daily rates and enjoy up higher guest satisfaction scores, significantly above the industry average. Titled “Integrating Culture into Hospitality Services” the report provides a comprehensive benchmarking of how Middle Eastern destinations such as the
“Throughout history, education has been the most profound pillar in the development of nations and societies. Today, its significance is further amplified with the rapid acceleration of digital transformation and the growing role of artificial intelligence, positioning education as the true force that determines nations’ readiness for the future and their ability to
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) chaired the 49th session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Youth and Sports, held at the headquarters of the League of Arab States in Cairo from January 11 to 13, 2026. The session was attended by youth and sports ministers as well as senior officials from Arab countries, along […]
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has marked a significant milestone for Ajwan Khorfakkan residences with the launch of Phase 3 sales, unveiling two new residential towers, Layan and Juman. Positioned on the scenic East Coast, Ajwan is quickly gaining prominence as one of the UAE’s most desirable emerging destinations for residents and investors
DIB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Informa Connect Academy at HRSE Dubai, formalising a strategic collaboration to advance professional education, certification, and workforce development across the UAE and wider GCC region. The partnership will be delivered through DIB Academy, the bank’s dedicated learning and development platform, launched earlier
The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences, announced the launch of the fifth edition of the Hamdan–ICESCO Award for the Development of Educational Facilities in the Islamic World. The Award is one of the leading joint initiatives aimed at supporting and […]
In a significant step toward building stronger academic–industry linkages, VRAcademi, Dubai’s leading AI & Metaverse Lab, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster Foundation (BCKIC), a an initiative of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. This collaboration aims to leverage





























