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Driverless ‘Ghost Car’ Spotted on Dubai’s streets – Whose Secret Self-Parking Technology is This?

News Desk 30/06/2026

As temperatures in Dubai climb towards 50°C this summer, a mysterious driverless vehicle performing fully autonomous parking has become one of the most talked-about automotive videos on social media. The footage, filmed in an outdoor parking area under extreme heat, shows a test vehicle

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Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai Students Deliver Show-Stopping Evening of Music at Dubai Opera

News Desk 29/06/2026

The Studio at Dubai Opera became a celebration of young musical talent as students from Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai (RGSGD) delivered an exceptional Senior Summer Concert on Monday, 22nd June. Bringing together 48 talented senior students, the performance showcased an inspiring evening of musical excellence and creativity at one of the region’s most prestigious

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Pullback After Rally — Earnings, Sukuk Deadline and Q2 Outlook Ahead: Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 28/06/2026

UAE Markets Update Both UAE equity markets ended the week in negative territory but their performance on Friday was mixed. The DFM General Index (DFMGI) closed lower, while the ADX General Index posted a modest gain. The retreat was orderly rather than alarming — a combination of natural profit-taking after a strong recovery run, softer […]

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Dubai Senior Citizens Happiness Center Honors Union Coop for Supporting ‘Ihsan’ Animal Welfare Initiative

News Desk 25/06/2026

The Dubai Senior Citizens Happiness Center has honored Union Coop in recognition of its outstanding support and meaningful contribution to the success of the ‘Ihsan’ Animal Welfare Initiative, launched by the center to promote kindness towards animals and provide a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for cats. The recognition was presented during a special ceremony

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Summer 2026 Trends: Why Ceramic Is the Material of Choice for Luxury Living in Dubai

News Desk 25/06/2026

As Dubai continues to evolve as a global design hub, the way people think about interiors and outdoor spaces is changing too. For Summer 2026, Tile of Spain identifies that the focus is shifting towards calm sophistication, natural textures and materials that combine aesthetic appeal with high performance. In this context, ceramic tile is emerging […]

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ATM 2026 to showcase Dubai’s resilience, global connectivity and future tourism growth

News Desk 24/06/2026

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 has reinforced Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most resilient and best-prepared destinations for global travel and tourism, as the industry continues to navigate the evolving market conditions. Taking place from 14-17 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), ATM 2026 will bring together the international travel community

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Higher Education: SKEMA strengthens the board of its MSc Global Luxury Management in Dubai

News Desk 24/06/2026

SKEMA Business School is strengthening the governance of its luxury-focused programme, the MSc Global Luxury Management (GLM), by appointing several leading figures from the sector. During an extraordinary board meeting held in February 2026, the programme announced several strategic nominations to support its development in Dubai.   Three new members from leading

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Electric Way Marks Next Era of Regional Growth with 125,000 Sq. Ft. Distribution Center Expansion in Dubai

News Desk 24/06/2026

Electric Way, a premier regional pioneer in the value-added distribution of electrical products including cables and lighting, today officially broke ground on a massive expansion of its core Distribution Center in National Industries Park. This milestone ceremony marks a definitive chapter in the company’s continuous growth trajectory, laying the operational foundation

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Dubai Land Department Launches ‘Flexi Rent’ Initiative and Strengthens Strategic Partnerships to Advance Rental Market Accessibility

News Desk 23/06/2026

As part of its ongoing efforts to develop a more flexible and sustainable real estate ecosystem that enhances quality of life and elevates customer experience, Dubai Land Department (DLD) launched the ‘Flexi Rent’  initiative and signed cooperation agreements with Wasl Properties, Deyaar Property Management, Dubai World Real Estate, Modern Real Estate, Dubai Investment

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Vintage Vaults: Dubai’s Premium Safe Deposit Box Facility at Mall of the Emirates

News Desk 23/06/2026

As UAE residents prepare for summer holidays, international travel and seasonal relocation, Vintage Vaults, Dubai’s premium safe deposit box facility at Mall of the Emirates, is highlighting the importance of secure private vault storage for valuables, documents and high-value personal assets.   From jewellery and luxury watches to family heirlooms, legal documents,

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Dubai’s Sweid & Sweid expands U.S. platform with 390,000 sq. ft. battery manufacturing facility

News Desk 23/06/2026

Dubai-based real estate development and investment firm Sweid & Sweid has announced the launch of a 390,000 sq. ft. build-to-suit advanced manufacturing facility for Microporous LLC in Virginia, USA. The project represents an expansion into the build-to-suit manufacturing sector and builds on the firm’s track record of logistics, industrial, and multifamily

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FÄM PROPERTIES CLOSES AED124 MILLION OFFICE SALE AT VISION TOWER, BUSINESS BAY

News Desk 22/06/2026

fäm Properties has facilitated the sale of approximately 40,000 square feet of office space at Vision Tower in Business Bay for AED124 million, the biggest commercial real estate deal of its kind ever recorded in Dubai.   The asset, a contiguous block of Grade A office space across multiple floors in one of Business Bay’s […]

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Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel launches sustainable F&B initiatives to reduce carbon emissions & waste

News Desk 22/06/2026

The Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai has unveiled two sustainability initiatives that are helping to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint, by minimising food waste, saving water and improving operational efficiency.   Located adjacent to the Ibn Battuta Mall, the 411 room five-star property which is owned by Seven Tides International and operated by Minor […]

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Union Coop Visits Senior Happiness Centre in Dubai to Celebrate Father’s Day

News Desk 22/06/2026

As part of its commitment to social responsibility and its dedication to promoting the values of compassion, gratitude, and community solidarity, Union Coop organized a visit to the Senior Citizens Happiness Centre in Dubai to check on the well-being of senior citizens and celebrate Father’s Day, observed annually on June 21. The visit witnessed a […]

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Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai and Fluid Codes Establish Ansys-Powered Centre of Excellence to Advance Engineering Education and Industry Collaboration

News Desk 19/06/2026

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai Campus has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Fluid Codes, Dubai, an Ansys (part of Synopsys) Elite Channel Partner, to establish the MAHE Dubai x Fluid Codes Centre of Excellence for Engineering Design & Simulation. Ansys (part of Synopsys) is among the world’s leading engineering simulation software

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The FDI Group Expands into Dubai with the Launch of FDI Consultancy Services

News Desk 19/06/2026

FDI Consultancy Services has launched in Dubai, providing independent, expert fire safety and fire engineering consultancy services across the built environment. With new regulations aimed at strengthening the safety, quality, and sustainability of buildings across the emirate, the company supports developers, designers, contractors, and asset owners with technically

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AMIS Breaks Ground on Jacob & Co.’s Villa Community in Meydan, Showcases Near-Complete Woodland Residences; Targets a USD 10 Billion IPO Valuation in three years

News Desk 19/06/2026

AMIS GPD Development, one of Dubai’s fastest-growing real estate developers, has broken ground on its sixth project in less than two years, with the commencement of construction on Fleurs de Jardin, its landmark branded villa community created in partnership with high jewelry, high watchmaking brand, Jacob & Co. in Meydan District 11. The milestone further […]

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Stanford University selects Dubai Scholars alumna Lamya Butt as Student Graduation Speaker for the Class of 2026

News Desk 18/06/2026

Stanford University’s graduating Class of 2026 selected Lamya Sikandar Butt, an alumna of Dubai Scholars Private School, to deliver the student graduation address at the University’s 2026 Baccalaureate celebration on June 13, before an audience of approximately 4,500 graduates, families and guests. The same weekend, Google CEO and Stanford alumnus Sundar Pichai

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Dubai sets global standard for cities designed around how people live and thrive

News Desk 17/06/2026

Luxury developer Keturah has welcomed the establishment of the new Dubai Longevity Authority, saying it shows the emirate leading the world in how cities are designed around how people live and thrive.   Talal M. Al Gaddah, CEO and Founder of the Keturah luxury brand, says developers in Dubai now have a key role to […]

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Ericsson and Dubai Digital Authority sign a MoU to explore digital initiatives for Dubai

News Desk 16/06/2026

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and Dubai Digital Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration on digital initiatives that support Dubai’s digital ambitions. The announcement was made during a strategic visit to Ericsson’s Imagine Studio by a high-level UAE delegation representing government, healthcare, public safety, digital transformation,