The “Frontline Heroes” Office affirmed that the United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its leading position in global humanitarian action, guided by the vision of its wise leadership, which has made giving an intrinsic value and helping people wherever they are a steadfast responsibility
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As the UAE prepares to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day on August 28 under this year’s theme, “We Emerge Stronger and Better,” those looking to mark the occasion with a locally inspired gift can turn to Rashtions, a homegrown snack brand founded by Emirati entrepreneur Rashid Gargash. Proudly made in the UAE, Rashtions brings together two […]
All five horses representing the UAE at the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026 have successfully passed the first veterinary inspection, clearing the way for the team to begin its World Championship campaign. The inspection took place in Aachen on Monday 17 August, with Cornet XL, Enjoy de la Mure, Foncetti vd Heffinck, Hudson de Vains […]
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has announced the launch of the 2026 edition of the Sharjah Excellence Award, noting that the final deadline for registration and submission is the end of January 2027. Held annually under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and […]
Choithrams, leading UAE-based retail and distribution chain, launched Quickerr by Choithrams stores on four Green Line stations across the Dubai Metro, bringing a faster, more accessible shopping format to the everyday journeys of commuters across the city. Quickerr represents Choithrams’ focus on speed, convenience, and making everyday shopping easier. The concept
Yango Group, a UAE-based technology company, will bring its AI and autonomous technologies into one of Dubai’s major community initiatives at Dubai Festival City Mall on 22 August. Yango Yasmina will become the AI race commentator, guiding and entertaining runners throughout the course with timely reminders, running and well-being tips, science and local facts, interactive
Emirates District Cooling (Emicool) LLC, a leading provider of sustainable district cooling services in the UAE and a joint venture between Dubai Investments and Actis, has unveiled a structured roadmap towards Net Zero operations by 2050. Developed through a data-driven and technically modelled, the roadmap establishes a clear decarbonisation pathway within
Tax Star, the UAE’s first AI-powered corporate tax software platform, announced it has closed a $1.75 million seed funding round. The raise comes as Tax Star positions itself around one of its most significant regulatory milestones to date, its status as a pre-approved Accredited Service Provider (ASP) for UAE e-invoicing. The round was backed primarily […]
Chery UAE, part of AWR Automotive, has unveiled its new 360° Virtual Showroom, offering customers a comprehensive digital experience that allows them to explore the brand’s latest vehicle lineup from anywhere, at any time. Designed to make every stage of the ownership journey more convenient and informed, the interactive platform enables customers to
UAE National business leader Amer Al Ahbabi, Chairman of Vertix Holdings, has been appointed to the Business Influencer Council of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for the 2026–2027 term. His name appears on the Council roster published by AACSB, alongside members representing Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, SHRM, Harvard Business Publishing, Kyndryl,
As the UAE continues to cement its position as one of the world’s leading innovation hubs, the rapid adoption of PropTech solutions is transforming every stage of the real estate lifecycle. Among the technologies driving this evolution, Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are becoming increasingly important, enabling developers, architects and buyers to
For Malayalis living in the UAE, Onam has never been limited by distance from Kerala. Every year, the festival takes shape in apartments, offices and community halls through pookalams made before work, sadyas shared with friends and small gestures that bring home a little closer. These evolving traditions sit at the heart of fnp.ae’s Onam […]
As India marks its 80th Independence Day on 15 August, its economic journey offers a useful lens through which to view the changing relationship between India and the UAE. Over eight decades, Indian enterprise has evolved from seeking opportunities abroad to creating businesses, technology and expertise that travel across markets. That evolution is visible in […]
Repton Family of Schools in the UAE are proud to announce outstanding A-Level results across Repton Al Barsha, Repton Dubai and Repton Abu Dhabi, with students achieving exceptional academic outcomes and securing places at some of the world’s most prestigious universities. The 2025/26 A-Level results carry particular significance following the cancellation of
OMODA & JAECOO has continued its remarkable global growth trajectory, reporting 69,739 vehicle sales in July 2026, an increase of nearly 150% year-on-year and marking the brand’s seventh consecutive month of triple-digit growth. New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) accounted for 56,587 units, representing more than 81% of total monthly sales, while cumulative global sales
As the world marks International Youth Day, OMODA & JAECOO is highlighting how a new generation of intelligent mobility technologies is responding to the changing expectations of young drivers in the UAE. With AI, OMODA 4 and SIVP at the centre of its technology roadmap, the brand is bringing together intelligent interaction, assisted driving and […]
Following the recent launch of FDI Consultancy Services in the UAE, The FDI Group has expanded its regional operations with the launch of Fire Dynamics International. As a specialist fire protection contractor, Fire Dynamics International delivers passive and active fire protection systems across commercial, residential and industrial developments. The new business
Starkey, a global leader in hearing technology, is urging parents, schools and healthcare providers across the UAE to treat a hearing check as a standard part of the back-to-school health routine, alongside vision and dental checks. The call comes as UAE schools prepare to reopen for the 2026-2027 academic year on 31 August. In March […]
Summer changes the pace of life across the UAE as school holidays bring more family outings and airports become busier. Many plans also shift into the cooler evening hours, changing when and how people travel around the city. Dubai International is now one of the world’s busiest airports, handling 95.2 million passengers in 2025 alone, […]
Across the GCC, governments and enterprises are moving on AI faster than almost anywhere in the world. The unspoken truth is that most of these projects stall before they start. The reason for the stalling is not because the models fall short, but because the data underneath them isn’t ready. Only 7% of enterprises say […]





























