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Abu Dhabi Airports closes 2025 with record traffic as Zayed International emerges as EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport

Abu Dhabi Airports closes 2025 with record traffic as Zayed International emerges as EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport

AUH becomes EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport after record 32.5m passengers First time in history that Abu Dhabi's annual traffic has crossed 30m passengers Traffic across five airports marks 19th straight quarter of double-digit passenger growth Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 January 2026: Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the ......Read Full Article

From the Gulf to the Rockies: Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle East and Calgary

From the Gulf to the Rockies: Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle East and Calgary

Etihad accelerates global expansion with its first nonstop service to Western Canada, expanding long-haul network Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced the launch of the first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the ......Read Full Article

In conjunction with the UAE–Kuwait Relations Week Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Highlights Kuwait's History at Al Khor Exhibition to Celebrate UAE–Kuwa ...

In conjunction with the UAE–Kuwait Relations Week  Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Highlights Kuwait's History at Al Khor Exhibition to Celebrate UAE–Kuwa ...

Dubai, UAE, 29 January 2026: As part of the celebration of the deep-rooted relations between the UAE and Kuwait, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is showcasing 72 books documenting Kuwait’s history and its cultural and social heritage, at Al Khor Exhibition. This initiative affirms the depth of the historical and humanitarian ties that ......Read Full Article

Day Four of Gulfood 2026 Defined by Major Deals and Government Endorsement

Day Four of Gulfood 2026 Defined by Major Deals and Government Endorsement

Gulfood operated as a high-velocity trade floor, where global buyers and producers converted conversations directly into commercial agreements. DUBAI, January 29, 2026: Day 4 of Gulfood 2026 affirmed that real food system transformation is built on scale, policy and commerce, uniting global ministers, government institutions and market-shaping ......Read Full Article

Danube Properties and Rizwan Sajan Announces Cricket Legend Brett Lee as Global Ambassador to Amplify International Presence

Danube Properties and Rizwan Sajan Announces Cricket Legend Brett Lee as Global Ambassador to Amplify International Presence

Dubai, UAE – Danube Properties, part of the UAE-based real estate conglomerate Danube Group, has announced the appointment of former Australian cricket legend Brett Lee as its official Global Ambassador. This strategic partnership marks a significant step in strengthening Danube’s global brand presence and deepening engagement across ......Read Full Article

Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort: A Masterpiece on the Aegean Shores

Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort: A Masterpiece on the Aegean Shores

Set in the heart of Göltürkbükü, Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort offers a new standard of luxury on the Aegean. With signature service, refined design, and breathtaking coastal views, the resort turns every stay into an exceptional, unforgettable experience. Set on a pristine peninsula in Göltürkbükü, Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort introduces ......Read Full Article

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Lifestyle

Soft Girl Energy: The Viral Makeup Trend That's Here to Stay with Benefit Cosmetics!

Soft Girl Energy: The Viral  Makeup Trend That's Here to Stay with Benefit Cosmetics!

Soft, flushed, glowing, and effortlessly romantic — Soft Girl Makeup has been making waves on social media since the beginning of the year, and all signs point to the trend continuing well into 2026. Defined by a delicate, feminine approach to beauty, this viral aesthetic celebrates radiant skin, blush-forward cheeks, luminous highlights, and softly enhanced lips. At its heart, Soft Girl Makeup is about balance: perfected yet breathable skin, blush-forward cheeks, glow that looks lit-from-within, and lips that feel natural and hydrated. ......Read Full Article

Make Up Then & Now: 2016 vs 2026 with Benefit Cosmetics!

Make Up Then & Now: 2016 vs 2026 with Benefit Cosmetics!

Beauty lovers are taking a nostalgic scroll down memory lane — and we’re here for it! The viral “2016 vs 2026 makeup” trend has taken over social feeds, spotlighting just how much our beauty routines (and brow philosophies) have evolved over the last decade. At Benefit Cosmetics, we love seeing how makeup trends shift — and how our iconic products continue to adapt to every era, every face, and every vibe. 2016 Makeup: Bold, Sculpted & Unapologetic In 2016, makeup was unapologetically bold. Brows were structured, ......Read Full Article

SHEGLAM Introduces the Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm – Everyday Lip Care, Reinvented

SHEGLAM Introduces the Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm – Everyday Lip Care, Reinvented

January 14, 2025 – SHEGLAM proudly unveils its latest lip essential: Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm, a modern hybrid designed to meet the everyday beauty needs of the GCC consumer. Created for effortless wear and all-day comfort, Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm combines the nourishment of a lip balm with the glossy payoff of a lip oil. The formula melts seamlessly onto the lips, delivering a juicy hint of color, a silky-smooth finish, and lasting hydration, without any sticky feel. Perfectly suited for the GCC’s warm climate and on-the-go lifestyle, ......Read Full Article

Fragrance World Reaches Historic Milestone in 150+ Countries

Fragrance World Reaches Historic Milestone in 150+ Countries

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19th January 2026: The global fragrance house Fragrance World marked a historic milestone as it celebrated its presence in more than 150 countries with a grand opening ceremony at Expo City Dubai. The journey of Fragrance World traces back to 1988, when its Founder and Chairman, Poland Moosa, established his first company, Al Ghuroob, in Dubai. What began as a small entrepreneurial venture later evolved into a powerful foundation for a global fragrance empire. Building on the success and business vision of Al Ghuroob, ......Read Full Article

Meet The Newest Pore-clearing Essential: The POREfessional Degunker!

Meet The Newest Pore-clearing Essential: The POREfessional Degunker!

At Benefit Cosmetics, pores are our thing. From primers to skincare, we've built our expertise around one mission: making pores look their absolute best. Introducing The POREfessional Degunker, the latest launch to join our iconic Pore Care Family, designed to remove impurities, target blackheads, and visibly clear pores for instantly satisfying results you can see. This innovative two-step blackhead & pore cleansing system combines an alkaline pH formula with a built-in extracting tool to help loosen dead skin and lift away ......Read Full Article

Fashion, Lifestyle & Luxury

Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort: A Masterpiece on the Aegean Shores

Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort: A Masterpiece on the Aegean Shores

Set in the heart of Göltürkbükü, Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort offers a new standard of luxury on the Aegean. With signature service, refined design, and breathtaking coastal views, the resort turns every stay into an exceptional, unforgettable experience. Set on a pristine peninsula in Göltürkbükü, Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort introduces a new expression of luxury living, seamlessly blending refined design, nature and world-class experiences. Framed by the mesmerising blues of the Aegean, the resort offers an elevated holiday concept shaped by ......Read Full Article

9-year-old Indian schoolboy wins 1 kilo of gold in Dubai Jewellery Group's mega raffle

9-year-old Indian schoolboy wins 1 kilo of gold in  Dubai Jewellery Group's mega raffle

Aniketh Ramakrishnan Nair, a 9-year old Indian school boy residing in the UAE, was the lucky winner of 1 kilo gold in the biggest gold promotion of the season organised by Dubai Jewellery Group as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) 2025-26. The life‑changing prize, worth over AED half a million, was awarded recently, adding yet another heart‑warming story to DSF’s tradition of creating unforgettable moments for residents and visitors. The winning coupon was issued against a jewellery purchase made by Aniketh’s family at a ......Read Full Article

Kareena Kapoor Khan Inaugurates Malabar Gold & Diamonds' New Flagship Showroom in Abu Dhabi at Hamda ...

Kareena Kapoor Khan Inaugurates Malabar Gold & Diamonds' New Flagship Showroom in Abu Dhabi at Hamda ...

Photo caption:  Malabar Gold & Diamonds' new flagship concept showroom & 17th outlet in Abu Dhabi at Hamdan Street, was inaugurated by brand ambassador of Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Bollywood icon, Kareena Kapoor Khan. Mr. Abdul Salam K.P, Vice Chairman of Malabar Group; Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, MD-International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Nishad AK, Malabar Group Executive Director; Mr. Abdul Majeed, Director of Malabar Group; Mr. Faisal AK, Head of Manufacturing at Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ameer CMC, Director of ......Read Full Article

Gold Rate all set to Surpass $5,000 an Ounce Mark, Underscoring Its Timeless Investment Value

Gold Rate all set to Surpass $5,000 an Ounce Mark, Underscoring Its Timeless Investment Value

Gold is all set to surpass the significant milestone of $5,000 per ounce, underscoring its reputation as a reliably appreciating tangible store of value. Its momentum highlights a familiar reality: across centuries, market cycles, and global shifts, gold has consistently safeguarded and expanded wealth. Recent movements across major markets highlight this accelerating performance. From January 2025 to January 2026, gold prices surged more than 90% in the UAE and 106% in India, a clear indication of the robust and rising demand for this enduring store of ......Read Full Article

MAX&Co. TEAMS UP WITH DESIGNER SAMI MIRÓ FOR A NEW &Co.LLABORATION: BECOMING UNDONE

MAX&Co. TEAMS UP WITH DESIGNER SAMI MIRÓ  FOR A NEW &Co.LLABORATION: BECOMING UNDONE

"There's a woman who can do it all inside each of us — a woman who is entrepreneurial, intelligent, poised, healthy, and social. That woman is you, that woman is me, and that woman is MAX&Co." – Sami Miró MAX&Co. is delighted to announce the latest chapter in its &Co.llaboration series – in which designers and artist are invited to collaborate on limited-edition capsules – ......Read Full Article

Automobile & Motoring

Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future: Gargash Redesigns its Mercedes-Benz Deira Showroom

Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future: Gargash Redesigns its Mercedes-Benz Deira Showroom

Home to the region's first MANUFAKTUR Lounge, the showroom enters a new chapter in personalisation and craftsmanship Dubai, UAE – January 28, 2026 Gargash Enterprises unveils its redesigned Mercedes-Benz Deira showroom today, marking a significant milestone for one of Dubai's most established automotive destinations. The showroom welcomes stakeholders, long-time customers, collectors, families and brand enthusiasts, offering an experience rooted in heritage, while reflecting a future-focused retail environment. The showroom has stood as a ......Read Full Article

Supersports debuts in dubai for ‘full send' premiere

Supersports debuts in dubai for ‘full send' premiere

28 January 2026 The launch car, in its ‘Daybreak’ specification of Jetstream Matte with a livery in Arctica and Portofino, opened the evening as guests arrived. At 21:00 local, the new Supersports: FULL SEND film, featuring a Supersports driven around the Bentley factory campus by Travis Pastrana, was launched across Bentley’s global channels while the film was played on a 12-metre wide screen at the event. As the film finished, the modified Supersports featured in the film was driven into the event by Pastrana himself, to a rapturous ......Read Full Article

Gargash Motors Unveils New GAC Motor Showroom in Deira's Automotive District

Gargash Motors Unveils New GAC Motor Showroom in Deira's Automotive District

Dubai, UAE – January 27, 2026 Gargash Motors, one of the leading car distributors in the UAE, has inaugurated a landmark showroom for GAC Motor in Deira, Dubai. The ceremony was attended by senior management from Gargash Group, members of the GAC Motor International - Middle East team, valued partners, media, and distinguished guests. This new facility is the largest GAC Motor showroom in the United Arab Emirates, marking a pivotal milestone in the brand’s strategic expansion across the country. Strategically located in one of Dubai’s most ......Read Full Article

Al Masaood Automobiles Brings the Refreshed INFINITI QX60 and First-Ever QX60 SPORT to Abu Dhabi

Al Masaood Automobiles Brings the Refreshed INFINITI QX60 and First-Ever QX60 SPORT to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, 22 January 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has announced the arrival of the refreshed INFINITI QX60, including the introduction of the first-ever QX60 SPORT grade in the capital. Now available across its Abu Dhabi showrooms, the updated range reinforces INFINITI’s strong and established presence in the emirate. The refreshed QX60 reflects INFINITI’s evolving design and performance philosophy, offering Abu Dhabi customers a refined balance of ......Read Full Article

Al Habtoor Motors redefines urban logistics in the UAE with the landmark launch of the all-electric ...

Al Habtoor Motors redefines urban logistics in the UAE with the landmark launch of the all-electric  ...

Dubai, UAE: Al Habtoor Motors, the exclusive distributor of FUSO in the UAE, crossed a defining milestone in the nation’s transition towards sustainable commercial transport with the official launch of the Next Generation eCanter a fully electric light-duty truck engineered to decarbonize urban logistics and last-mile delivery operations. Unveiled at the prestigious Al Habtoor Polo Resort, Dubai, under the theme “The Future of Commercial Mobility Electrified,” the launch represents a strategic evolution in the long-standing partnership ......Read Full Article

Information Technology

Why Sweeps Casinos Feel Like Video Games

Why Sweeps Casinos Feel Like Video Games

Why Sweeps Casinos Feel Like Video Games A Familiar Feeling for First-Time Players Sweeps casinos borrow design cues from mobile games: bright menus, quick taps, and a steady sense of progress. The goal is to help a beginner feel oriented in minutes, not hours. Many platforms emphasize simple choices, clear icons, and short sessions that fit into a commute. Familiar patterns help when the rules are still new. Quick Picture: It often feels less like learning a new hobby and more like picking up a new app. Progress Bars, Not Payout ......Read Full Article

Vòya Launches as the First Unified AI-Driven Ecosystem Transforming the Student Experience

Vòya Launches as the First Unified AI-Driven Ecosystem Transforming the Student Experience

Vòya, a groundbreaking education technology platform, today announced its launch as the first unified digital ecosystem designed to integrate academics, career development, finances, productivity, and community into a single intelligent interface. Built for the modern learner, Vòya marks a significant advancement in how students interact with information, resources, and opportunities throughout their academic journey. According to Dhrushi, Founder of Vòya,“Students don’t struggle because they lack ability — they struggle because ......Read Full Article

Zoho Launches Solutions for Enterprise Billing and Spend Management

Zoho Launches Solutions for Enterprise Billing and Spend Management

Dubai, December 17, 2025: Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today announced the launch of Zoho Billing Enterprise Edition, an advanced billing solution for large enterprises, and Zoho Spend, an industry-first spend management solution that includes payroll. The two new solutions help finance teams in the UAE and wider region monetise with modern revenue strategies, improve spend controls, streamline procurement, and gain end-to-end financial visibility. These new offerings are designed to support the UAE’s rapidly growing digital ......Read Full Article

Food Industry

Fumee Steakhouse Introduces a Fire-Led Iftar Experience This Ramadan

Fumee Steakhouse Introduces a Fire-Led Iftar Experience This Ramadan

January 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: This Ramadan, Fumée Steakhouse at the Fairmont Dubai, presents a refined Iftar experience inspired by fire, flavour, and the joy of gathering. Priced at AED 240 per person, the menu brings together flame-grilled signatures and comforting favourites, designed for sharing and lingering at the table. Rooted in tradition yet distinctly contemporary, it reflects Fumée’s understated approach to craft, warmth, and hospitality. The first course sets the tone with a traditional welcome, served family style ......Read Full Article

Blume Welcomes Ramadan with ‘Gatherings of the Silk Road', a Four Course Iftar for AED 240

Blume Welcomes Ramadan with ‘Gatherings of the Silk Road', a Four Course Iftar for AED 240

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, January 2026: This Ramadan, Blume introduces ‘Gatherings of the Silk Road’, a four course Iftar inspired by the caravan routes that once connected cultures through food, hospitality, and shared ritual at sundown. Available daily from 6pm to 8pm throughout the holy month and priced at AED 240 per person, the experience is designed for sunset dining and shared plates, bringing the spirit of togetherness into a modern setting for families, friends, and communities to reconnect over an unhurried evening. Set within two ......Read Full Article

Ramadan at Dubai's First Five-Star Hotel: Creekside Iftars at Radisson Blu Deira Creek

Ramadan at Dubai's First Five-Star Hotel: Creekside Iftars at Radisson Blu Deira Creek

As the Holy Month of Ramadan approaches, Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek, invites guests to embrace the spirit of togetherness and tradition with a thoughtfully curated selection of Iftar and Suhour experiences. Framed by timeless views and a tranquil setting, the hotel’s Ramadan offerings bring together an elegant ambiance, authentic flavours, and meaningful moments shared with loved ones.  Nur al Hilal, Grand Outdoor Iftar  A redefined dusk ritual this Ramadan at Creek View Terrace  Set against the timeless waterfront ......Read Full Article

Real Estate & Construction

Danube Properties and Rizwan Sajan Announces Cricket Legend Brett Lee as Global Ambassador to Amplif ...

Danube Properties and Rizwan Sajan Announces Cricket Legend Brett Lee as Global Ambassador to Amplif ...

Dubai, UAE – Danube Properties, part of the UAE-based real estate conglomerate Danube Group, has announced the appointment of former Australian cricket legend Brett Lee as its official Global Ambassador. This strategic partnership marks a significant step in strengthening Danube’s global brand presence and deepening engagement across international markets. Brett Lee’s global recognition, credibility, and strong connection with audiences worldwide will support Danube’s efforts to effectively communicate its core values of performance, ......Read Full Article

Azizi Developments Signs MoU with Dubai Land Department to Support the First Academic Real Estate Di ...

Azizi Developments Signs MoU with Dubai Land Department to Support the First Academic Real Estate Di ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 January 2026: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has signed an MoU with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to support the launch and implementation of the first academic Real Estate Diploma in Dubai. The MoU was signed on Monday January 19th at Emirates Towers in Dubai by Mr. Farhad Azizi, Group CEO of Azizi Group, and. Eng. Abdulla Ahmed Al Shehhi, CEO of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) at Dubai Land Department. Under the terms of the agreement, Azizi Developments will play a key role in ......Read Full Article

Azizi Developments records AED 16 billion in unit sales in 2025; plans AED 30 billion in sales and 2 ...

Azizi Developments records AED 16 billion in unit sales in 2025; plans AED 30 billion in sales and 2 ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 January 2026: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has concluded 2025 with a strong sales and construction performance, underpinned by sustained demand throughout its mixed-use developments. During the year, the developer achieved total unit sales valued at AED 16 billion, reinforcing its position as one of Dubai’s most active private developers. Building on this momentum, Azizi has set a sales target of AED 30 billion for 2026. Last year, Azizi recorded extensive construction progress across its ......Read Full Article

Travel & Tourism

Abu Dhabi Airports closes 2025 with record traffic as Zayed International emerges as EMEA's fastest- ...

Abu Dhabi Airports closes 2025 with record traffic as Zayed International emerges as EMEA's fastest- ...

AUH becomes EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport after record 32.5m passengers First time in history that Abu Dhabi's annual traffic has crossed 30m passengers Traffic across five airports marks 19th straight quarter of double-digit passenger growth Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 January 2026: Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate's five airports including the flagship Zayed International Airport (AUH), recorded more than 33m annual passengers in 2025, the largest influx of travellers in the emirate's history. This sustained trajectory has ......Read Full Article

From the Gulf to the Rockies: Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle ...

From the Gulf to the Rockies: Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle  ...

Etihad accelerates global expansion with its first nonstop service to Western Canada, expanding long-haul network Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced the launch of the first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada. Launching on 3 November 2026, the route marks another step in Etihad’s global expansion and supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term ambitions to drive international trade, tourism and ......Read Full Article

DAE Announces Long Term Lease of 13 Boeing 737-8 Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc

DAE Announces Long Term Lease of 13 Boeing 737-8 Aircraft to Royal Air Maroc

Dubai, U.A.E., 29 January 2026 – Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd today announced that it has reached an agreement with Royal Air Maroc for the lease of 13 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled to deliver in 2027. This follows an earlier agreement to lease two Boeing 737-8 aircraft to Royal Air Maroc, which delivered in 2025. Commenting on the agreement Firoz Tarapore, Chief Executive Officer of DAE, said, “We would like to thank the team at Royal Air Maroc for choosing DAE to partner on this significant fleet ......Read Full Article

Business & Economy

Sukoon takaful sustains strong financial performance with record growth in 2025

Sukoon takaful sustains strong financial performance with record growth in 2025

January 29, 2026 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sukoon Takaful has announced its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, delivering a year of exceptional profitable growth and strong financial performance. The company reported record contribution levels and a substantial improvement in profitability, reflecting the success of its postacquisition transformation and its renewed strategic focus on operational excellence. Gross written contributions for the year surged to AED 325.4 million, an 89% year-on-year increase, driven by broad-based growth across ......Read Full Article

TCL deepens Partnership with Arsenal, Announces Bukayo Saka as Brand Ambassador Kicking off the coll ...

TCL deepens Partnership with Arsenal, Announces Bukayo Saka as Brand Ambassador Kicking off the coll ...

UAE, Dubai – January 27, 2026 – TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and the world’s No. 1 Mini LED and ultra-large TV brand, proudly announces Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka as its Brand Ambassador. It marks a significant milestone in strengthening the brand’s global partnership with Arsenal Football Club, where TCL serves as Official Global Consumer Electronics Partner. TCL has recently teamed up with Arsenal and Bukayo Saka with the launch of ‘Inspire Greatness, Together’, a new campaign that celebrates how football ......Read Full Article

RAKBANK delivers D 2.6B in profit* (up 26%) and crosses D 100B in total assets

RAKBANK delivers D 2.6B in profit* (up 26%) and crosses D 100B in total assets

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, January 27, 2026 - The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK) today reported its financial results for the full year and the fourth quarter of 2025. 50 years of sustainable growth – all-time high  profitability... FY’25 performance supported by net interest margin of 4.3%, an industry leading CASA ratio of 65%, and a 29% YoY growth in non-interest income driven by wealth management, FX and investment income  ...driven by product innovation & balance sheet growth The Bank’s balance ......Read Full Article

Education & Learning

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai launches ‘Beyond Boundaries' Podcast exploring the future ...

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai launches ‘Beyond Boundaries' Podcast exploring the future  ...

Photo Caption: Moderator of Beyond Boundaries on the left: Sophiya Anjam, Guest from KHDA in Centre: Dr. Nitesh Sughnani and Pro Vice Chancellor, MAHE Dubai on right: Dr. S. Sudhindra Dubai, United Arab Emirates – January 28, 2026: As the UAE records its highest higher-education enrolment levels in a decade, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dubai Campus proudly announces the launch of a new podcast series, Beyond Boundaries, examining how universities must evolve to meet global academic standards and prepare graduates for a workforce ......Read Full Article

Former NASA Astronaut Dr Don Thomas Visits Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Dubai

Former NASA Astronaut Dr Don Thomas Visits Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Dubai

Two-day programme aligns with the Colleges’ STEM pathways, and the UAE’s national focus on space and scientific advancement, engaging pupils from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form Sessions explored spaceflight, life in orbit, and the importance of perseverance and never giving up on one’s dreams  United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, 4 December 2025: Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Dubai recently welcomed Dr Don Thomas, former NASA astronaut and veteran of four Space Shuttle missions, for a two-day programme designed to ......Read Full Article

Five-year old Repton Al Barsha Pupil Wins Prestigious Encore Award at the Young Musician of the UAE ...

Five-year old Repton Al Barsha Pupil Wins Prestigious Encore Award at the Young Musician of the UAE  ...

Violinist, Kabir Khan, began playing the violin at 18-months and is now recognised as the youngest competitor to achieve the award  Youngest musician in the region to attempt Grade ABRSM 5  Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 December 2025: Repton Al Barsha proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Year 1 pupil Kabir Khan, who has been awarded The Encore Award at the Young Musician of the UAE Competition 2025. At just five years old, Kabir was the youngest competitor in his category, performing alongside talented children aged 10 to ......Read Full Article

Local & Government News

In conjunction with the UAE–Kuwait Relations Week Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Highlights Kuwait's H ...

In conjunction with the UAE–Kuwait Relations Week  Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Highlights Kuwait's H ...

Dubai, UAE, 29 January 2026: As part of the celebration of the deep-rooted relations between the UAE and Kuwait, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is showcasing 72 books documenting Kuwait’s history and its cultural and social heritage, at Al Khor Exhibition. This initiative affirms the depth of the historical and humanitarian ties that bind the two nations, in conjunction with the UAE–Kuwait Relations Week. His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr, Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation, stated that the UAE-Kuwait ......Read Full Article

Day Four of Gulfood 2026 Defined by Major Deals and Government Endorsement

Day Four of Gulfood 2026 Defined by Major Deals and Government Endorsement

Gulfood operated as a high-velocity trade floor, where global buyers and producers converted conversations directly into commercial agreements. DUBAI, January 29, 2026: Day 4 of Gulfood 2026 affirmed that real food system transformation is built on scale, policy and commerce, uniting global ministers, government institutions and market-shaping companies across two mega venues to convert international reach and commercial deal-making into actionable change. The landmark food and beverage show was also graced with a visit from His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin ......Read Full Article

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Agility Sign MoU to Accelerate Energy Efficiency in Da ...

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Agility Sign MoU to Accelerate Energy Efficiency in Da ...

Abu Dhabi, UAE — 29 Jan 2026 — The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and Agility have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing energy efficiency and economic performance across data centers and district cooling operations in the UAE; strengthening the UAE's competitiveness regionally and globally. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Eng. Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, and Tarek Sultan, Chairman of Agility. As part ......Read Full Article

Events & Entertainment

Basant Panchami - Festival of Spring

Basant Panchami - Festival of Spring

In the month of maagh, January/February, the auspicious day of Panchmi (the fifth day of the lunar fortnight in the Hindu Calendar), which is popularly known as Basant Panchmi, is considered as a blessed and sacred day and is welcomed as a harbinger of joy and exuberance. With the passing of the winter season, as soon as the season of Basant commences, there is an infusion of new energy in animals as well as birds, human beings and vegetation. The Basant season is of special significance for Dayalbagh, the headquarters of the Ra Dha Sva Aa Mi Faith ......Read Full Article

People of Determination Lead UAE's First Anti Plastic Awareness Film

People of Determination Lead UAE's First Anti Plastic Awareness Film

Dubai, UAE — The Monk, a chain of restaurants in Dubai, has unveiled a powerful public awareness film supporting the Dubai Government’s plastic ban directive—remarkably led by People of Determination, making it the first initiative of its kind in the UAE. The film anchors SHARE TO CARE by The Monk, a movement that unites sustainability, inclusion, and community action. Written and directed by Binesh Babu Panicker, the film titled “Raising Awareness with Rising Spirits” places People of Determination at the forefront of ......Read Full Article

Football Fever: How Saudi is Becoming the World's Hottest Destination for Global Football

Football Fever: How Saudi is Becoming the World's Hottest Destination for Global Football

Saudi is rapidly transforming into a global powerhouse for sports. Football is seeing a renaissance in the country, but beneath the dazzling headlines lies a deep, multi-generational passion for the beautiful game. That passion is now being amplified by an unprecedented wave of focus on football locally, nationally, and internationally. The clearest sign of this ambition is Saudi’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034. This monumental undertaking involves developing cutting-edge infrastructure, from state-of-the-art stadiums to expansive fan ......Read Full Article

Healthcare & Fitness

A Simple 5-minute Test Could Help Identify Heart Attack Risk Early, Say RAK Hospital Cardiologists

A Simple 5-minute Test Could Help Identify Heart Attack Risk Early, Say RAK Hospital Cardiologists

A quick, painless test helps people take preventive action before a cardiac emergency 22 January 2026; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE– Heart attacks are no longer confined to a particular age group or lifestyle and increasingly, they strike without warning. Many people who suffer a cardiac event have never experienced symptoms beforehand, leaving little time to react. Cardiologists say this is precisely why the conversation around heart health needs to change from reacting to emergencies to preventing them altogether. Cardiac specialists at RAK ......Read Full Article

Wegovy® pill approved in the US as first oral GLP-1 for weight management

Wegovy® pill approved in the US as first oral GLP-1 for weight management

Wegovy® pill showed a mean weight loss of 16.6% in the OASIS 4 trial Wegovy® pill is indicated to reduce excess body weight and maintain weight reduction long-term and to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events* Novo Nordisk expects to launch Wegovy® pill in the US in early January 2026 Dubai, 24 December 2025- Novo Nordisk today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Wegovy® pill (once-daily oral semaglutide 25 mg) to reduce excess body weight and maintain weight reduction long term ......Read Full Article

WHX in Dubai (formerly Arab Health) to debut specialised Biotech & Life Sciences Zone as sector grow ...

WHX in Dubai (formerly Arab Health) to debut specialised Biotech & Life Sciences Zone as sector grow ...

The global biotechnology market is projected to reach over $4 trillion by 2035; the GCC market is expected to reach $2.6 billion by 2028, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia leading the growth in the region Biotechnology and life sciences serve as a strategic bridge, connecting cutting-edge research with real-world healthcare transformation World Health Expo (WHX) in Dubai, formerly Arab Health, will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre from 9-12 February 2026, welcoming more than 235,000 professional visits and 4,300 exhibitors at the largest healthcare ......Read Full Article

Charity, Humanity & Others

UNICEF and WHO Joint Statement: Second Round of Routine Immunization Catch-up Campaign Begins in the ...

UNICEF and WHO Joint Statement: Second Round of Routine Immunization Catch-up Campaign Begins in the ...

16 January 2025, Jerusalem, the second round of a routine immunization catch-up campaign in the Gaza Strip, led by UNICEF, UNRWA, WHO and partners in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, is taking place from 18 to 29 January 2026. This round aims to reach children under the age of three, strengthening protection against vaccine-preventable diseases following two years of conflict and disruption to health services. As winter conditions, heavy rainfall, overcrowding and poor water and sanitation increase the risk of disease outbreaks, the campaign plays a ......Read Full Article

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