In a significant step towards bringing globally benchmarked educational opportunities to the UAE, Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools, part of GEDU Global Education, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), United Kingdom, one of the
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As the UAE strengthens its position as a global hub for tourism, hospitality, exhibitions, and mega-events, OMODA & JAECOO is showcasing how its advanced AI ecosystem — from AiMOGA humanoid robots to the upcoming VPD (Valet Parking Driver), also known as SIP (Super Intelligent Parking) technology — could shape the next generation of intelligent customer […]
L’Oréal Middle East hosts the L’Oréal For the Future Summit at its newly renovated Dubai office, bringing together government representatives, sustainability experts, retail partners and industry leaders. The Summit marks a decisive step in L’Oréal’s journey from ambition to accountability in the fight against climate change, with a landmark announcement: the
As the UAE automotive market becomes increasingly competitive, vehicle buyers are looking beyond product specifications and pricing, placing greater emphasis on aftersales support, spare parts availability, technology innovation, and long-term brand commitment. Against this backdrop, OMODA & JAECOO has adopted a distinctive operating model in the UAE that combines
The UAE delegation, led by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, participated in the 126th session of the UN Tourism Executive Council in Toledo, Spain. The country reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to supporting international efforts aimed at developing a more sustainable, resilient, and innovative global tourism sector, raising its
Dubai Holding announced HyveGeo, a homegrown desert greening scale-up, as the winner of this year’s Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025, alongside first runner-up Cycled Technologies and second runner-up CO2Wall. The announcement, revealed during the programme’s Demo Day at Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, reflects a philanthropic commitment to
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a flagship hospital in the UAE for serious and complex care and a subsidiary of PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has introduced a new diagnostic innovation that rapidly detects upper gastrointestinal bleeding for patients across Abu Dhabi, enabling doctors to obtain accurate results within minutes and […]
The Russia-UAE Business Council (RUBC), together with the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the Russian Federation, held the panel session “UAE-Russia Tourism Dialogue: Successful Stories” as part of the Let’s Travel International Tourism Forum in Moscow. The session was among the largest and most attended at the forum: the UAE fielded the biggest
Football fans, listen up. FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the home-grown brand behind ‘The Original Dubai Chocolate’, is celebrating the 2026 football season with an incredible activation starting on June 11. In partnership with Careem, a jaw-dropping over 600 prizes will be distributed throughout the tournament, giving fans across the UAE multiple chances to score something
Uniquely You Mental Health Center, the UAE’s first publicly neurodivergent-owned and operated mental health clinic, has officially launched in Dubai. Founded by Elaine Maichin, an American neurodivergent, CDA-licensed psychologist, a US-Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and a licensed trauma therapist, the clinic has been established as a neurodiversity-affirming
The UAE Embassy in Brussels alongside Dubai Humanitarian and the European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO), co-hosted a panel discussion on Humanitarian Supply Chain Resilience in a Volatile Geopolitical Landscape, amid escalating global tensions affecting supply chains. Held in Brussels and bringing
Across the UAE, matcha lovers are discovering what may be the most unique twist on the matcha craze to date. Customers have uncovered a secret off the menu drink at Costa Coffee unlocked through a mystery code whispered at Costa drive-thrus and stores before receiving a customised Matcha order. Designed around the idea that there’s […]
Wego, the number one travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), is reporting a notable month-on-month uplift in travel activity from the UAE this May, as travelers move quickly to lock in trips ahead of peak summer pricing. According to the latest Wego data, May has […]
Keeta, the on-demand food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, has launched the UAE edition of “Programme ABAAD”, a Keeta-led initiative designed to support Emirati-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the food and beverage sector, to enhance their readiness for growth and expansion within the digital economy. The programme’s launch
Football fans in the UAE can enjoy the FIFA World Cup matches from June 11 till July 19, 2026, at a new destination — The Heart of Europe, Dubai’s premier island staycation destination located on The World Islands – while enjoying day-long festivities that keep the guests mesmerised with festivals, including Tunaria and Portofino. […]
As organisations across the Middle East navigate an increasingly volatile operating environment, new research from Optro (formerly AuditBoard) reveals a concerning disconnect between how resilient UAE organisations believe they are and how they actually perform during disruption. According to the study, just 19% of UAE organisations have a formal disaster recovery
Yas Heat Academy, located at Yas Marina Circuit, has marked a major milestone for UAE motorsport, with drivers Essa Al Hammadi and Faris Haroun becoming the first Emirati drivers to represent the United Arab Emirates at the FIA Karting Academy Trophy. Selected to compete on the international stage, Essa Al Hammadi will represent the UAE in […]
As football fever sweeps across the UAE, LG Electronics (LG) is helping fans create the ultimate match-day experience with a new, limited-time promotion. Starting this week, customers who purchase a select LG CineBeam projector will receive a complimentary LG xboom grab portable speaker. This powerful combination of a massive, high-quality screen and immersive,
As part of its participation in the 2026 Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, GFH Bank (“GFH” or “the Bank”) today announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with OCTO Management Consultancies (“OCTO”) to collaborate on the development of a US$300 million logistics and industrial real estate platform across the United Arab Emirates
For many aspiring doctors in the UAE, pursuing a medical career in the United States can seem complex and uncertain. But for Dr. Hasan Al-Ali, a Dubai-raised student, a clear pathway and global training helped turn that ambition into reality. Born in Iraq and raised in Dubai, Dr. Al-Ali completed his schooling at the […]





























