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Dubai's streets come alive as thousands take on the 16th spinneys dubai 92 cycle challenge

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:57
 Events & Exhibitions 
Dubai's streets come alive as thousands take on the 16th spinneys dubai 92 cycle challenge

Thousands of cyclists took to Dubai's roads as the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge returned for its 16th edition at Expo City Dubai.The weekend introduced the launch of the new Family Fun Day, featuring the Junior Rides, Family Fun Ride and Eat Well Live Well Village!Expo City Dubai transformed into a vibrant celebration of cycling, wellness ......Read Full Article

RAKEZ and National Bank of Fujairah renew partnership to offer integrated banking solutions for businesses

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:55
 Business News 
RAKEZ and National Bank of Fujairah renew partnership to offer integrated banking solutions for businesses

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 February 2026: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) and National Bank of Fujairah PJSC (NBF) have recently renewed their strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, aimed at further enabling RAKEZ-registered businesses to access a full suite of integrated banking solutions designed to ......Read Full Article

UNHCR Islamic Philanthropy Annual Report: Islamic Philanthropy and MENA donations offer a lifeline to more than 1 million displaced people

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:53
 Local News 
UNHCR Islamic Philanthropy Annual Report: Islamic Philanthropy and MENA donations offer a lifeline to more than 1 million displaced people

Through country-wide fundraising campaigns, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), helped UNHCR assist around 70,000 forcibly displaced people in Bangladesh, Botswana, India, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Tunisia.$39 million raised through Zakat and Sadaqah contributions to UNHCR in 2025, with 60% of donations from MENA-based ......Read Full Article

du launches "Bridging the Space Between Hearts " campaign to strengthen family connections during the holy month

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:51
 Local News 
du launches "Bridging the Space Between Hearts " campaign to strengthen family connections during the holy month

With a focus on authentic connections and shared experiences, du highlights the Year of Family's mission to strengthen bonds and celebrate the small moments that make families thrive.Dubai, UAE, February 18, 2026: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced the launch of its 'Bridging the Space Between Hearts' ......Read Full Article

arbitrateAD and the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council Sign Landmark MOU to Strengthen the Sustainability and Governance of Family Businesses

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:49
 Local News 
arbitrateAD and the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council Sign Landmark MOU to Strengthen the Sustainability and Governance of Family Businesses

Abu Dhabi, 18 February 2026The Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council, an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in a strategic partnership to supporting the advancement of long‑term sustainability and ......Read Full Article

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

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:47
 Travel News 
Philippine officials and VFS Global formally launch Contract Verification services in the World's Largest Visa Application Centre, located in Dubai

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 ......Read Full Article

Hamdan Bin Rashid Foundation Launches Training Phase for the Fourth Cycle of the Hamdan EFQM Global Educational Model and Award

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:46
 Local News 
Hamdan Bin Rashid Foundation Launches Training Phase for the Fourth Cycle of the Hamdan EFQM Global Educational Model and Award

Dubai, UAE, February 18, 2026: Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has commenced the training phase for schools participating in the fourth cycle of the Hamdan EFQM Global Educational Model and Award. Running from January to April 2026, this phase is delivered within a structured framework designed to ......Read Full Article

Gargash Enterprises Supports the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships under the Mercedes-Benz Global WTA partnership.

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:45
 Automobile News 
Gargash Enterprises Supports the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships under the Mercedes-Benz Global WTA partnership.

Dubai, 18 Feb, 2026: Mercedes-Benz, as Premier Partner and Exclusive Automobile Partner of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships 2026 under its long-term Premier Partnership with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), will be supported locally by Gargash Enterprises, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Dubai, Sharjah and ......Read Full Article

Dubai Cares harnesses the UAE's Year of Family to fight classroom hunger with Ramadan campaign “Feed a Child, Build a Kitchen”

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:43
 Local News 
Dubai Cares harnesses the UAE's Year of Family to fight classroom hunger with Ramadan campaign “Feed a Child, Build a Kitchen”

One community kitchen can provide 76,000 meals a year, create 164 jobs, and support 5,000 farmersChoithrams leads early support as first partner, funding two community kitchensIndividuals and organizations can support the campaign at ramadan.dubaicares.aeDubai, UAE, 18 February 2026: This Ramadan, Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al ......Read Full Article

Tashkeel Announces New 2026 Tanween Cohort

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:41
 Fashion News 
Tashkeel Announces New 2026 Tanween Cohort

7 UAE-based designers to develop new product designs over an 11-month programme, culminating in an exhibition at Downtown Design during Dubai Design WeekTanween-Portriats--25Dubai, UAE – February 18, 2026: Tashkeel is delighted to unveil the participants of the Tanween Design Programme 2026, selected via an Open Call, marking the 13th ......Read Full Article

GCC real estate positioned for structured growth, says Alpen Capital

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:39
 RealEstate News 
GCC real estate positioned for structured growth, says Alpen Capital

Dubai, Feb 18, 2026: Dubai based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, released its first-ever GCC Real Estate Industry Report, outlining prospects for what has become one of the most appealing investment categories in the region over the past decade. Alpen Capital’s report points to continued steady growth, as both supply and ......Read Full Article

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Emirates Nature-WWF Sign MoU to Advance Biodiversity Research and Environmental Sustainability

Posted Date Wednesday, February 18, 2026 : 16:34
 Education News 
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Emirates Nature-WWF Sign MoU to Advance Biodiversity Research and Environmental Sustainability

Announced in alignment with International Marine Mammal Protection Day, the partnership will strengthen scientific research, data-driven conservation, and collaboration across biodiversity, ecosystems, and climate resilienceAbu Dhabi, UAE, 18 February 2026: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD), the French-Emirati university recognised for academic ......Read Full Article

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Lifestyle

Meet the Foundation of Your Dreams: Benefit Cosmetics Launches POREfessional Foundation

Meet the Foundation of Your Dreams: Benefit Cosmetics Launches POREfessional Foundation

Originally called The Face Place, Benefit was founded by Jean & Jane Ford, twin sisters from rural Indiana with a knack for breaking rules, a passion for people, and a love for all-things beauty. The brand was built as an alternative to the traditional, impersonal, unapproachable beauty brands of the time, in a quest to shake up the status quo and redefine beauty as whatever makes you feel good.The relentlessly innovative, never-say-never spirit of our founders is why over the last five decades, Benefit has served up innovative, uncomplicated beauty products ......Read Full Article

Love at First Swipe: Valentine's Day Gift Guide with Benefit Cosmetics!

Love at First Swipe: Valentine's Day Gift Guide with Benefit Cosmetics!

This Valentine's Day, love is in the little things—fluttery lashes, sculpted brows, sun-kissed cheeks, and gifts that feel as good to give as they do to receive. Whether you're shopping for your bestie, your Valentine, or treating yourself (because self-love always wins), Benefit Cosmetics has curated the ultimate Valentine's Day gift guide filled with dreamy beauty must-haves.The Dream Team That Does It All275 AEDSome teams just work together like a dream—and the Dream Team Bestsellers Makeup Kit is one of them. Available at all Sephora ......Read Full Article

SHEGLAM's Latest Base Drop Is Here, Serving Smooth Skin and Perfect Glow

SHEGLAM's Latest Base Drop Is Here,   Serving Smooth Skin and Perfect Glow

SHEGLAM heads into the new year with the launch of two new complexion heroes designed to sync with real skin, real days and real routines. Meet the SHEGLAM Skin Sync Satin Foundation and the SHEGLAM Melt Touch Ultra-Hydrating Primer, a dream duo created for velvety, hydrated, glass-skin energy from the first swipe to the last selfie.The SHEGLAM Skin Sync Satin Foundation feels like you, only smoother, delivering that perfect in-between finish, radiant, never shiny, never flat. Its second-skin formula glides on effortlessly, evening out tone while soft-focus ......Read Full Article

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. And at Benefit ......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 & UnapologeticIn 2016, makeup was unapologetically bold. Brows were structured, cheekbones were ......Read Full Article

Fashion, Lifestyle & Luxury

Tashkeel Announces New 2026 Tanween Cohort

Tashkeel Announces New 2026 Tanween Cohort

7 UAE-based designers to develop new product designs over an 11-month programme, culminating in an exhibition at Downtown Design during Dubai Design WeekTanween-Portriats--25Dubai, UAE – February 18, 2026: Tashkeel is delighted to unveil the participants of the Tanween Design Programme 2026, selected via an Open Call, marking the 13th iteration of the programme. The six designers and one duo who will undertake an eleven-month journey of research, experimentation, and making, exploring material-driven design and locally rooted production are: Alia AlShamsi ......Read Full Article

Make This Ramadan Special: Help Families in Need with Mercato & Emirates Red Crescent

Make This Ramadan Special: Help Families in Need with Mercato & Emirates Red Crescent

This Ramadan, Mercato Shopping Mall welcomes the community to embrace the spirit of generosity, compassion, and togetherness through a heartwarming programme of charitable giving and family-friendly experiences.In collaboration with Emirates Red Crescent, Mercato is hosting a special Ramadan donation drive dedicated to supporting families in need. Visitors are encouraged to contribute essential items such as clothing, toys, books, and non-perishable food — simple acts of kindness that create meaningful impact.Enhancing the festive atmosphere, the mall will ......Read Full Article

Dubai Gold District Shopper Wins Gold Mercedes-Benz S-Class 500 in Life-Changing Moment

Dubai Gold District Shopper Wins Gold Mercedes-Benz S-Class 500 in Life-Changing Moment

Dubai-UAE, 17 February 2025 – In a life-changing moment that turned years of savings into an extraordinary reward, a Dubai resident originally from a small fishing village in Sri Lanka emerged as the fortunate winner of the Gold Mercedes-Benz S-Class 500. Coming from modest roots, he shared that owning a luxury car was beyond anything he had imagined, let alone dreamed of.His remarkable win marked the highlight of Dubai Gold District’s ‘Shop & Win’ campaign, which ran from 11 December to 8 February. During the campaign, shoppers ......Read Full Article

The sunshine jeweler celebrates light through new force 10 creations crafted to reflect ramadan's lu ...

The sunshine jeweler celebrates light through new force 10 creations crafted to reflect ramadan's lu ...

Force 10 medium model bracelet in yellow gold and emeralds with a yellow cableForce 10 Rise ring in yellow gold and half paved with diamondsAhead of Ramadan, The Sunshine Jeweler invites you to celebrate the light that shines within each of us. From the first glow of dawn to the gentle shimmer of dusk, the new FRED creations turn into precious symbols. They are an invitation to fill our hearts with light, reflecting the deep spirit of Ramadan with timeless elegance.A jewelry icon since its creation in 1966, the Force 10 bracelet is a constant source of ......Read Full Article

Christy's Dubai Experience: Bringing 175 Years of Heritage to the UAE

Christy's Dubai Experience: Bringing 175 Years of Heritage to the UAE

Dubai, UAE, February 16, 2026: British luxury home and lifestyle brand Christy hosted a curated brand experience in Dubai, marking a significant moment in its global journey. Envisioned as Luxury That Feels Like Home, the experience reflected Christy’s philosophy of comfort, craftsmanship and timeless product design. The experience was hosted at The Biltmore Hotel Villas, Al Barsha.Vanshika Goenka Misra, CEO, Christy, said, “The Middle East is a priority market for us. Our approach is centered on creating products that are refined, functional and ......Read Full Article

Automobile & Motoring

Gargash Enterprises Supports the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships under the Mercedes-Benz Global ...

Gargash Enterprises Supports the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships under the Mercedes-Benz Global ...

Dubai, 18 Feb, 2026: Mercedes-Benz, as Premier Partner and Exclusive Automobile Partner of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships 2026 under its long-term Premier Partnership with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), will be supported locally by Gargash Enterprises, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates.As part of this global agreement between Mercedes-Benz and the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Mercedes-Benz presence at the event reflects the Middle East’s role within a broader ......Read Full Article

Al Habtoor Motors hosts exclusive Media and Influencer Test Drive Experience for the All-New Mitsubi ...

Al Habtoor Motors hosts exclusive Media and Influencer Test Drive Experience for the All-New Mitsubi ...

DUBAI, UAE – Al Habtoor Motors, the exclusive distributor of Mitsubishi Motors in the UAE, recently hosted an immersive driving experience at the prestigious Dubai Autodrome, inviting leading media representatives and digital influencers to get behind the wheel of the All-New Mitsubishi Destinator.Following its highly anticipated UAE debut on 28th January, the Mitsubishi Destinator has quickly established itself as a standout in the mid-size SUV segment. The event highlighted the vehicle’s refined engineering and versatility, positioning it as a ......Read Full Article

Nissan records steady third-quarter progress and lifts FY2025 outlook

Nissan records steady third-quarter progress and lifts FY2025 outlook

Posts positive third-quarter operating profit of 17.5 billion yenRaises FY2025 full‑year outlook with a higher operating profit forecastAnnounced consolidation of seven production sites and accelerated​YOKOHAMA, Japan (13 February 2026) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced financial results for the nine months ended December 2025 and issued a revised full‑year outlook. The company delivered resilient performance with positive third‑quarter operating profit.In the nine months, global sales reached 2.26 million units, mainly led by the ......Read Full Article

Al Masaood Automobiles and Al Jazira Club Renew Partnership

Al Masaood Automobiles and Al Jazira Club Renew Partnership

Abu Dhabi, 10 February 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor of Nissan in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and the Al Dhafra Region, and Al Jazira Club, one of the most successful and prestigious sports clubs in the United Arab Emirates, have announced the renewal of their partnership, reaffirming Al Masaood Automobiles as the Club’s Official Automotive Partner.Building on a successful collaboration established in 2020, the renewed partnership continues to support community initiatives through fan activations and sports development programmes, ......Read Full Article

Arabian Automobiles' Ramadan Campaign Puts INFINITI Luxury on Your Terms

Arabian Automobiles' Ramadan Campaign Puts INFINITI Luxury on Your Terms

QX80 and QX60 buyers can choose from attractive leasing options, complimentary aftersales packages, or direct savingsDubai, UAE, 05 February 2026: Marking the Holy Month, Arabian Automobiles Company (AAC), the flagship automotive company of AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, has launched a Ramadan campaign that gives customers more ways to benefit.Starting now, buyers considering an INFINITI can choose between lease packages, meaningful savings, or added ownership advantages across two standout ......Read Full Article

Information Technology

MBZUAI Research Initiative Receives US$1 Million Funding from Google.org to Develop Inclusive, High- ...

MBZUAI Research Initiative Receives US$1 Million Funding from Google.org to Develop Inclusive, High- ...

Google.org has provided a $1 million USD support to Dr. Thamar Solorio, Vice Provost of Faculty Excellence and Advancement and Professor of Natural Language Processing at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), to lead a transformative research initiative. The initiative is designed to dismantle a critical barrier in the digital age: the 'data divide' that prevents AI from serving speakers of underrepresented languages with the same accuracy and depth as English.While the field of AI sees discoveries and advancements daily, the language ......Read Full Article

KnowTalks expands its knowledge mission with lineup of sessions at United Nations House in Kuwait

KnowTalks expands its knowledge mission with lineup of sessions at United Nations House in Kuwait

17 February 2026- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), organized KnowTalks 2026 sessions at the United Nations House in Kuwait on February 16, 2026. This reflects KnowTalks’ expansion at regional and global levels and its commitment to year-round events in the UAE and beyond.Building on the Knowledge Summit’s vision, KnowTalks provides a global platform for intellectual discussion and future development. The initiative aims to maintain knowledge dialogue and transform ......Read Full Article

Emirati AI Experts Lead Discussions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai During NEP-AI Roadshows

Emirati AI Experts Lead Discussions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai During NEP-AI Roadshows

Abu Dhabi/Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 16 February 2026Emirati artificial intelligence experts convened today in Abu Dhabi and Dubai as part of the NEP-AI roadshows, leading discussions on the priorities shaping the UAE’s AI agenda. The sessions highlighted the role of the National Experts Program Artificial Intelligence track (NEP-AI) in accelerating progress toward the objectives of the UAE National AI Strategy 2031.Held at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi and the Mohammed bin Rashid Center for ......Read Full Article

Food Industry

Woohoo invites dubai to experience ramadan iftar at the world's first ai-driven restaurant

Woohoo invites dubai to experience ramadan iftar at the world's first ai-driven restaurant

An immersive Ramadan dining experience where global flavours meet AI-driven innovation in Downtown DubaiDubai, UAE – February 2026 – This Ramadan, Woohoo invites guests to experience Iftar in a completely new way, set within the world’s first AI-driven restaurant and one of Downtown Dubai’s most futuristic dining destinations, located at Kempinski The Boulevard Hotel.Created for a city defined by innovation, Woohoo’s Ramadan experience brings together global flavours, immersive technology, and a distinctly modern atmosphere. Guests ......Read Full Article

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AED 2 Dim Sums Take Over Business Bay

AED 2 Dim Sums Take Over Business Bay

Sizzling Wok is dropping the ultimate that deal Dubai foodies won’t be able to resist - AED 2 dim sums that are fresh, flavourful, and dangerously addictive.Starting 4th February, diners can dive into steaming baskets of vegetarian or chicken dim sums for just AED 2 each, with a minimum order of six pieces, making it one of the best-value weekday treats in the city.Available from 12pm to 2:45pm and again from 7pm to 11:45pm (until sell-out), this offer turns lunchtime breaks and evening cravings into a deliciously affordable ritual.Whether you're ......Read Full Article

Real Estate & Construction

GCC real estate positioned for structured growth, says Alpen Capital

GCC real estate positioned for structured growth, says Alpen Capital

Dubai, Feb 18, 2026: Dubai based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, released its first-ever GCC Real Estate Industry Report, outlining prospects for what has become one of the most appealing investment categories in the region over the past decade. Alpen Capital’s report points to continued steady growth, as both supply and demand factors mature supported by ambitious economic diversification agendas, sustained foreign investment, and supportive regulatory reforms across the region.In addition to presenting a supply side outlook, the report ......Read Full Article

Emaar achieves another record year with highest ever Sales, Revenue and Profit in 2025

Emaar achieves another record year with highest ever Sales, Revenue and Profit in 2025

Property sales up by 16% to AED 80.4 billion (US$ 21.9 billion); Net Profit before tax increased by 36% to AED 25.7 billion (US$ 7 billion)Revenue increased by 40% to AED 49.6 billion (US$ 13.5 billion)EBITDA increased by 33% to AED 25.6 billion (US$ 7 billion)Revenue Backlog increased by 39% to AED 155 billion (US$ 42.1 billion)Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 12 February 2026: Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) reported a solid financial and operational performance for the full year 2025, supported by sustained demand across its core businesses. Emaar's ......Read Full Article

Manhattan's Legacy Finds a New Address in Dubai as Art House Hills Launches in Arjan

Manhattan's Legacy Finds a New Address in Dubai as Art House Hills Launches in Arjan

Dubai, 5 February 2026: Following the strong market visibility generated during its soft launch, Arthouse Hills Arjan has now entered its official vision to market phase with the release of pricing, unit mix and payment plan details to buyers and investors following strong market interest.The AED 550 million development brings the creative and design heritage of Arthouse Hotel New York into one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential districts through a wellness-focused, amenity-rich residential concept. The project marks the third Arthouse-branded residence ......Read Full Article

Travel & Tourism

Philippine officials and VFS Global formally launch Contract Verification services in the World's La ...

Philippine officials and VFS Global formally launch Contract Verification services in the World's La ...

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 streamline the employment contract verification process, offering OFWs a more accessible, efficient, and technology‑enabled experienceThe inauguration was led by Mr. Michielson Luakian, President ......Read Full Article

Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan with a Curated Iftar and Suhoor Stay at Millennium Lakeview Hotel

Embrace the Spirit of Ramadan with a Curated Iftar and Suhoor Stay at Millennium Lakeview Hotel

A Ramadan retreat in the heart of the city at Millennium Lakeview Hotel, Dubai Investment ParkThe sumptuous Iftar spread for AED 119 per person enjoying a stunning sunset backdrGuests can enjoy 10% off the Best Available Rate along with specially prepared Iftar and Suhoor during their stayThis Ramadan, Millennium Lakeview Hotel, invites guests to indulge in a Ramadan experience that brings together timeless luxury and approachable sophistication, where every detail is curated for comfort, connection, and elevated dining.For a surreal and memorable Iftar ......Read Full Article

Emirates LitFest Highlights the Success of the Third Edition of Its International Youth Programme

Emirates LitFest Highlights the Success of the Third Edition of Its International Youth Programme

Dubai, UAE, 18 February 2026: The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature has successfully concluded the third edition of its International Youth Programme, held from 21–25 January 2026, in collaboration with Wikimedians of the UAE User Group.Designed as a flagship youth initiative within the Festival’s programmes, the programme brought together outstanding students and academics from leading international and UAE-based universities who share a passion for Arabic language, literature and cultural heritage. Now in its third year, the programme ......Read Full Article

Business & Economy

RAKEZ and National Bank of Fujairah renew partnership to offer integrated banking solutions for busi ...

RAKEZ and National Bank of Fujairah renew partnership to offer integrated banking solutions for busi ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 18 February 2026: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) and National Bank of Fujairah PJSC (NBF) have recently renewed their strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, aimed at further enabling RAKEZ-registered businesses to access a full suite of integrated banking solutions designed to support SMEs and corporates at different stages of growth.Building on a long-standing collaboration, the renewed partnership reinforces NBF's role as one of RAKEZ's preferred banking partners and reflects both ......Read Full Article

Orient Insurance Achieves AED 836 Million Profit in 2025, Up 14.4% Amid Strong Financial Results

Orient Insurance Achieves AED 836 Million Profit in 2025, Up 14.4% Amid Strong Financial Results

Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 13 February 2026: Orient Insurance, the leading UAE insurance provider and a subsidiary of Al-Futtaim, today has announced its preliminary financial results for the year ending 31 December 2025. The company demonstrated remarkable growth and operational excellence, underscoring its strategic focus and resilience in a dynamic market environment.Key Financial Highlights for FY 2025:• Gross Written Premium: AED 10.78 billion, a 19.3% increase from AED 9.04 billion in 2024• Insurance Revenue: AED 9.23 billion, up 21.4% from AED ......Read Full Article

Tabreed Reports FY 2025 Revenue of AED 2.46 Billion as Capacity Growth and Strategic Execution Drive ...

Tabreed Reports FY 2025 Revenue of AED 2.46 Billion as Capacity Growth and Strategic Execution Drive ...

Connected capacity increased 19% YoY to 1.57 million Refrigeration TonsRevenue of AED 2.46 billion and EBITDA at AED 1.27 billion, with a margin of 51.6%Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 13 February 2026: National Central Cooling Company PJSC (DFM: TABREED / ISIN: AEA002201018), the world's leading and most diversified district cooling company, today announced its results for the period ending 31 December 2025, reporting revenues of AED 2.46 billion and net profit of AED 465 million. The results reflect continued operational resilience, record capacity ......Read Full Article

Education & Learning

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Emirates Nature-WWF Sign MoU to Advance Biodiversity Research and ...

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Emirates Nature-WWF Sign MoU to Advance Biodiversity Research and  ...

Announced in alignment with International Marine Mammal Protection Day, the partnership will strengthen scientific research, data-driven conservation, and collaboration across biodiversity, ecosystems, and climate resilienceAbu Dhabi, UAE, 18 February 2026: Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD), the French-Emirati university recognised for academic excellence and interdisciplinary research, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Nature-WWF, the environmental charity driving science-based nature and climate action across the UAE, to advance ......Read Full Article

St. George's University School of Medicine Shares Tips for a Balanced and Healthy Ramadan

St. George's University School of Medicine Shares Tips for a Balanced and Healthy Ramadan

As the Holy Month of Ramadan begins, millions across the Middle East region enter a period defined by discipline, reflection, and spiritual connection. With people fasting for long hours, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, has provided valuable advice to help them understand the importance of food choices so they can remain active, and avoid the fatigue often associated with Ramadan.Best Foods to EatAfter long hours of fasting, the digestive system enters a low-activity state and requires gradual reactivation. Choosing ......Read Full Article

Big Bad Wolf Books returns to Dubai this year with millions of books starting at AED 2

Big Bad Wolf Books returns to Dubai this year with millions of books starting at AED 2

Returning to Dubai from February 26 to March 8, the world’s largest touring book fair is bringing millions of books for book lovers, including families and schools, across the UAEDubai, UAE – February 12, 2026: Big Bad Wolf Books, the world’s largest book sale phenomenon, is set to return to Dubai Studio City from Thursday, February 26, to Sunday, March 8, 2026, bringing millions of books at prices starting from just AED 2. Returning to the city during the holy month of Ramadan this year, the 2026 edition is anchored by the theme “Beyond ......Read Full Article

Local & Government News

UNHCR Islamic Philanthropy Annual Report: Islamic Philanthropy and MENA donations offer a lifeline t ...

UNHCR Islamic Philanthropy Annual Report: Islamic Philanthropy and MENA donations offer a lifeline t ...

Through country-wide fundraising campaigns, Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), helped UNHCR assist around 70,000 forcibly displaced people in Bangladesh, Botswana, India, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Tunisia.$39 million raised through Zakat and Sadaqah contributions to UNHCR in 2025, with 60% of donations from MENA-based donorsDonations enabled UNHCR to reach the lives of one million people across 25 countriesUNHCR launches new campaign encouraging people to give during the Holy Month of Ramadan to help overcome devastating global ......Read Full Article

du launches "Bridging the Space Between Hearts " campaign to strengthen family connections ...

du launches "Bridging the Space Between Hearts " campaign to strengthen family connections ...

With a focus on authentic connections and shared experiences, du highlights the Year of Family's mission to strengthen bonds and celebrate the small moments that make families thrive.Dubai, UAE, February 18, 2026: du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced the launch of its 'Bridging the Space Between Hearts' campaign in alignment with the UAE's Year of Family initiative. Developed in collaboration with Emirati film director Aisha Al Zaabi and Kuwaiti actor Khaled Al Muthafar, the campaign captures the authentic spirit of ......Read Full Article

arbitrateAD and the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council Sign Landmark MOU to Strengthen the Sustainabi ...

arbitrateAD and the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council Sign Landmark MOU to Strengthen the Sustainabi ...

Abu Dhabi, 18 February 2026The Abu Dhabi International Arbitration Centre (arbitrateAD) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Abu Dhabi Family Business Council, an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in a strategic partnership to supporting the advancement of long‑term sustainability and governance of family‑owned enterprises in the UAE.The MOU establishes a framework for cooperation aimed at enhancing the legal resilience of family businesses, embedding robust corporate governance practices, and ......Read Full Article

Events & Entertainment

Dubai's streets come alive as thousands take on the 16th spinneys dubai 92 cycle challenge

Dubai's streets come alive as thousands take on the 16th spinneys dubai 92 cycle challenge

Thousands of cyclists took to Dubai's roads as the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge returned for its 16th edition at Expo City Dubai.The weekend introduced the launch of the new Family Fun Day, featuring the Junior Rides, Family Fun Ride and Eat Well Live Well Village!Expo City Dubai transformed into a vibrant celebration of cycling, wellness and community spirit throughout the weekend.Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 2026: Held in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge marked its 16th edition at Expo City ......Read Full Article

UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation Set for Three Ramadan Championships Across the UAE

UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation Set for Three Ramadan Championships Across the UAE

Abu Dhabi, 18 February 2026: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation will stage three championships during the Holy Month of Ramadan, reinforcing the sport’s strong presence in the national sporting calendar and its deep connection to community life across the UAE.The Ramadan programme begins with the jiu-jitsu competitions at the Hafeet Sport Challenge on 20 February at Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in Al Qattara, followed by the NAS Sports Tournament 2026 on 24–25 February at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The programme concludes with the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al ......Read Full Article

Top Seeds Breeze Into Last 16 Despite Windy Afternoon At Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Top Seeds Breeze Into Last 16 Despite Windy Afternoon At Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Seeds Coco Gauff (3), Jessica Pegula (4), Mirra Andreeva (5) and Belinda Bencic (9) all progressLast year’s beaten finalist Clara Tauson (12) and rising American star Iva Jovic (16) remain in the huntDubai, UAE – 17 February 2026: Amid glorious winter conditions at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, WTA1000 week heated up on Tuesday as a raft of seeds booking early passage to the Round of 16 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.With nine matches played in daylight hours on day three, the USA’s Coco Gauff, the World No4 and third seed this ......Read Full Article

Healthcare & Fitness

Future lab leaders compete for top prize at LabQ at WHX Labs

Future lab leaders compete for top prize at LabQ at WHX Labs

Students from Gulf Medical University secured first place, demonstrating exceptional pathology and laboratory medicine expertiseEducational Institutions from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar participated in the inter-college quiz competitionWHX Labs concludes today at Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 13 February 2026: Final-year laboratory science students competed at the third edition of LabQ, an inter-university quiz competition held yesterday at WHX Labs. Students from Gulf Medical University won the top prize and were praised by the panel ......Read Full Article

Dubai highlights unified “Jabr” bereavement support system at World Health Expo

Dubai highlights unified “Jabr” bereavement support system at World Health Expo

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, February 12, 2026: The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) is highlighting its integrated “Jabr” system at World Health Expo 2026, drawing strong international interest in the government-wide system designed to support families of the deceased through a single, coordinated service model that combines human-centred care with advanced digital infrastructure.Since the exhibition opened, the system has attracted attention from health officials, government representatives, private-sector leaders and specialists from around the world, ......Read Full Article

Clinical chemists at WHX Labs urged to lead data-driven future of healthcare

Clinical chemists at WHX Labs urged to lead data-driven future of healthcare

Experts at the Clinical Chemistry conference at WHX Labs have emphasised the need for laboratories to adapt in order to remain central in AI-driven healthcare landscape Laboratory insights identified as pivotal in clinical decision makingDigital twins, continuous monitoring and AI-driven models spotlighted as emerging drivers of precision medicineDubai, United Arab Emirates, 11 February 2026: A leading regional healthcare expert opened the Clinical Chemistry track today at WHX Labs at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), urging laboratory professionals to evolve to ......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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