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Prime Office Shortage Drives Commercial Buying as Dubai’s Residential Market Enters a More Mature Growth Phase, Engel & Völkers Reports

News Desk 25/02/2026

Engel & Völkers Middle East’s latest report highlights that Dubai’s real estate market is transitioning from the sharp acceleration of recent years into a more mature and sustainability-led growth phase. While activity levels remain robust, the latest figures point to increasingly

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DUBAI-BORN KOKORO HANDROLL BAR SELECTS LA CROISETTE FOR FIRST INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION IN CANNES, FRENCH RIVIERA

News Desk 25/02/2026

Kokoro Handroll Bar, the internationally acclaimed Dubai-born concept known for redefining the modern handroll experience, will open its first international location in Cannes on the French Riviera. The flagship will occupy a prime address on La Croisette and is being developed through a strategic partnership with DB Group, the hospitality company founded and led by David

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UGO HUMBERT HUMBLES STEFANOS TSITSIPAS AS DUBAI’S DEFENDING CHAMPION CRASHES OUT IN FIRST ROUND

News Desk 25/02/2026

Defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed out of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday night, falling in the first round to 2024 title-winner Ugo Humbert under the bright lights of Centre Court. The 4-6, 5-7 defeat at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium means the 27-year-old Greek will drop outside the World’s top 40 […]

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TOP SEEDS BLOSSOM UNDER AFTERNOON SUN AS BUBLIK AND MEDVEDEV PROGRESS TO ROUND TWO IN DUBAI

News Desk 25/02/2026

Under the afternoon sun, the seeds blossomed. Day Two of ATP 500 week at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships started with Daniil Medvedev showing clinical efficiency to dispatch China’s Juncheng Shang in little more than an hour. The Russian, seeded third this week and champion here in 2023, moved through the match with confidence […]

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Big Bad Wolf Books 2026 set to open its doors in Dubai Studio City

News Desk 25/02/2026

Big Bad Wolf (BBW) Books is set to open its doors on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Dubai Studio City, marking the start of its 2026 Dubai edition and welcoming thousands of visitors on its opening morning. Returning with more than one million books under one roof and prices starting from AED 2, the world’s […]

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Shared table, shared traditions: Tsitsipas and Wawrinka experience Ramadan hospitality in Dubai

News Desk 24/02/2026

Away from the intensity of competition at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, former Dubai champions Stefanos Tsitsipas and Stan Wawrinka shared a meaningful cultural moment as they joined an Iftar gathering in Dubai, embracing local traditions and the spirit of Ramadan.   Hosted by Tournament Director and Deputy Managing Director at Dubai Duty Free […]

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Blue zones the inspiration for green living in Dubai

News Desk 24/02/2026

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 […]

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ASUS Celebrates Partner Success and Regional Debut of ExpertBook Ultra at Partner Excellence Night 2026

News Desk 23/02/2026

ASUS hosted its Partner Excellence Night 2026 in recognition of its partners. Held at Fairmont, The Palm in Dubai, the company also unveiled the ExpertBook Ultra, where attendees experienced the device’s innovative design and AI-powered features. The event also highlighted milestone achievements in the past year, and ASUS’s partner ecosystem was honored for their

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Stories of Trade, Taste, and Tradition This Ramadan Silk Lantern Presents “The Tales of Silk Route”: A Ramadan Dining Journey in Dubai

News Desk 23/02/2026

This Ramadan, Silk Lantern presents “The Tales of Silk Route”, a dining experience inspired by the ancient Silk Route that once connected East Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean through trade, travel, and shared culinary traditions. The concept draws from the stories of merchants, caravans, and travellers who carried spices, recipes, and techniques

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FELIX AUGER-ALIASSIME AND JACK DRAPER SURPRISE KIDS AT DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS CLINIC

News Desk 23/02/2026

Ahead of the start of the ATP 500 men’s tournament at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, former World No6 Felix Auger-Aliassime and British No1 Jack Draper surprised young tennis players during a dedicated clinic held at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, creating an inspiring on-court experience for aspiring juniors.   The two players joined […]

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Intersec 2026 sets new global benchmark for security, safety and fire protection in Dubai

News Desk 19/02/2026

Intersec 2026, the world-leading exhibition for security, safety and fire protection, has recorded its largest, most internationally diverse and strategically significant edition to date.   The three-day event, which celebrated its 27th edition, was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports

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After Cairo and Dubai, the Al Habtoor Research Centre Expands into Europe with New Budapest Office

News Desk 19/02/2026

The Al Habtoor Research Centre (AHRC) has announced plans to establish its European office in Budapest, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion and reinforcing its evolution into a cross-regional policy institution contributing to international policy discourse across Europe and the Middle East.   The Budapest office will operate as an integrated

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Dubai strengthens its position as a global hub for scaling tech startups into unicorns

News Desk 19/02/2026

Dubai continues to consolidate its position as a leading centre for startup growth and expansion into global markets, supported by an advanced business environment and an integrated ecosystem that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship. The emirate has been instrumental in the rise of numerous companies that have achieved international competitiveness, including XPANCEO,

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UK-Favourite Maki & Ramen Brings Its Iconic Ramen and Rolls to Dubai

News Desk 19/02/2026

Dubai has a new Japanese favourite to get excited about this February, as Maki and Ramen officially makes its Middle East debut. One of the UK’s most-loved Japanese dining brands, it’s bringing its award-winning ramen bowls, freshly prepared sushi and bold flavours to the city, all driven by a simple belief – expertly crafted Japanese […]

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FILIPINA FAIRYTALE CONTINUES AS ALEX EALA WINS IN DUBAI TO SET UP LAST-EIGHT DATE WITH WORLD NO4 COCO GAUFF

News Desk 19/02/2026

The Filipina fairytale continues. From Quezon City to the quarterfinals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, 20-year-old Alexandra Eala defeated Sorana Cirstea 7-5, 6-4 under the lights of Centre Court on Wednesday to book a last-eight date with World No4 Coco Gauff. “I take it all in with a spoonful of gratitude,” Eala said, […]

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Driving Digital Leadership: How Aark Marketing Helps Emerging Brands Become Industry Leaders

News Desk 19/02/2026

As brands navigate an increasingly competitive digital-first economy, Aark Marketing, a reputed and award-winning integrated marketing and communications agency in Dubai, is emerging as a strategic growth partner for new and evolving businesses looking to build visibility, credibility, and market leadership. Entering 2026 with a sharp future-focused vision, the agency

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Philippine officials and VFS Global formally launch Contract Verification services in the World’s Largest Visa Application Centre, located in Dubai

News Desk 18/02/2026

Officials from the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) and VFS Global formally inaugurated the new Contract Verification Centre (CVC) in Dubai this week, marking an important milestone in enhancing support services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) across the UAE. Established through a partnership between VFS Global and DBP Data Centre Inc. (DCI), the service aims to […]

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World of Coffee Dubai 2026 Achieves Record Breaking Results, Reinforcing Dubai’s Position as a Leading Regional Hub for Specialty Coffee Trade

News Desk 18/02/2026

DXB LIVE, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, organiser of World of Coffee Dubai in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association, has announced that the sixth edition of the exhibition will take place from 26 to 28 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre. The announcement follows the remarkable […]

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Al Habtoor Palace, Dubai Named Four-Star Hotel in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2026 Star Awards

News Desk 18/02/2026

Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and cruise ships, announced its 2026 Star Awards. Al Habtoor Palace, Dubai has maintained Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating and is showcased with other honorees on ForbesTravelGuide.com. Al Habtoor Palace is celebrated for consistently going above and beyond, ensuring guests

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Timely delivery the key for developers in face of rising Dubai construction costs

News Desk 18/02/2026

With rising construction costs reshaping the economics of Dubai’s real estate market, a project in Business Bay has shown that timely delivery remains the most powerful asset for developers.   Century Tower, a 23-floor residential building comprising 210 units, has completed handovers two months ahead of schedule, a rarity in today’s property sector.   Developed