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Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect foodborne viruses using cutting-edge genomic technologies

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 14:25
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Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect foodborne viruses using cutting-edge genomic technologies

A landmark step to strengthen Dubai’s leadership in food safety and safeguard public health in line with global best practices. Establishment of the ViruGenetics Lab at Dubai Central Laboratory, the first of its kind in the UAE, is part of a broader initiative to introduce specialised, technology-driven testing facilities. Operational ......Read Full Article

Our Commitment to Your Mission.

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:48
 Local News 
Our Commitment to  Your Mission.

The measure of any nation is found in the courage of those who stand to protect it. This year, as we mark the 50th Armed Forces Unification Day, we honour the men and women who have transformed a founding vision into one of the most capable, respected and formidable defence forces in the world.On May 6th, 1976, our Founding Father, the late Sheikh ......Read Full Article

Ministry of Economy and Tourism, Capital Market Authority and the DFSA launch first joint Quality Management audit inspections to strengthen capital m ...

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:47
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Ministry of Economy and Tourism, Capital Market Authority and the DFSA launch first joint Quality Management audit inspections to strengthen capital m ...

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Capital Market Authority (CMA), and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) are today, announcing their first joint Quality Management audit inspections. The Quality Management audit inspections will help to strengthen capital markets oversight within the UAE.This ......Read Full Article

Emirates Development Bank financing for Dubai Industrial City firms tops AED 1.3 billion as partnership renews to accelerate UAE industrial growth

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:44
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Emirates Development Bank financing for Dubai Industrial City firms tops AED 1.3 billion as partnership renews to accelerate UAE industrial growth

Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 2026: Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the UAE's key financial engine for economic diversification and industrial transformation, has announced that its strategic partnership with Dubai Industrial City, part of TECOM Group PJSC, has surpassed AED 1.3 billion in approved financing for companies based in Dubai ......Read Full Article

UAE National Pavilion Draws Significant Attention on the Opening Day of the 2026 International Defence and Aviation Exhibition in Istanbul

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:38
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UAE National Pavilion Draws Significant Attention on the Opening Day of the 2026 International Defence and Aviation Exhibition in Istanbul

Abu Dhabi 5 May 2026: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Pavilion has concluded its first day at in the SAHA International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition (SAHA) 2026, receiving significant attendance from international delegations, industry leaders, and representatives of leading international defence and security companies in the defence ......Read Full Article

Al Masaood Automobiles Launches Exclusive INFINITI Flash Sale Offer

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:35
 Automobile News 
Al Masaood Automobiles Launches Exclusive INFINITI Flash Sale Offer

Abu Dhabi, 6 May 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has introduced a limited-time Flash Sale Offer across three of its most popular INFINITI SUV models, offering customers the opportunity to drive home an INFINITI with compelling savings.Available only until stocks ......Read Full Article

Oakley brings first sportswear collection and eyewear with jaylen brown, and new signature eyewear from kylian mbappé

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:32
 Fashion News 
Oakley brings first sportswear collection and eyewear with jaylen brown, and new signature eyewear from kylian mbappé

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 6th of April: The Oakley Players Collection moves forward with new signature series from Team Oakley Athletes Jaylen Brown and Kylian Mbappé, icons who don't just play the game, but shape the culture around sport by setting the tone, rewriting narratives, and building communities.Jaylen Brown's head-to-toe ......Read Full Article

Under Theme ‘Family: Tranquillity and Mercy' Ministry of Culture Launches 20th Edition of ‘Al Burda Award'

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:28
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Under Theme ‘Family: Tranquillity and Mercy'  Ministry of Culture Launches 20th Edition of ‘Al Burda Award'

Abu Dhabi, 06 May 2026: The Ministry of Culture announced the opening of registration for the 20th edition of ‘Al Burda Award,’ which celebrates the richness and diverse expressions of Islamic culture, honours creativity in traditional and contemporary Islamic art forms, and highlights the beauty and status of the Arabic language.In ......Read Full Article

Abu Dhabi Biobank and Human Life CORD Japan Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Umbilical Cord–Derived Therapies in the UAE

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:26
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Abu Dhabi Biobank and Human Life CORD Japan Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Umbilical Cord–Derived Therapies in the UAE

Abu Dhabi, UAE — May 6, 2026 — Abu Dhabi Biobank, a strategic initiative between the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate and global health leader M42 announced a strategic partnership with Human Life CORD Japan Inc. (HLC), to localize the development and clinical application of ......Read Full Article

Lg electronics releases first-quarter 2026 financial results

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 13:24
 Business News 
Lg electronics releases first-quarter 2026 financial results

Strong Performance in Home Appliance and Vehicle Solutions DrivesQuarterly Revenue Beyond USD 16.24 Billion for First TimeNews SummaryLG Electronics achieved consolidated revenue of USD 16.24 billion and operating profit of USD 1.14 billion in first-quarter 2026.Combined revenue from LG's home appliance and vehicle solutions businesses ......Read Full Article

MoIAT unlocks AED 18 billion in industrial financing at Make it in the Emirates 2026

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 06:16
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MoIAT unlocks AED 18 billion in industrial financing at Make it in the Emirates 2026

AED 10 billion from Mashreq Bank, AED 6 billion from Emirates Development Bank, and AED 2 billion from Dubai Islamic Bank to help manufacturers of all sizes scale, adopt tech, and exportHE Hasan Jasem Al Nowais – 'Partnerships reflect UAE's approach to translating industrial strategy into action at scale and speed'Abu Dhabi-UAE. ......Read Full Article

Statement by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar, SLC Secretary General, On the 50th Anniversary of the Unification of UAE Armed Forces

Posted Date Wednesday, May 6, 2026 : 06:01
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Statement by H.E. Dr. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar,  SLC Secretary General,  On the 50th Anniversary of the Unification of UAE Armed Forces

May 05, 2026 - Today, we proudly commemorate a momentous milestone in our nation’s history - the 50th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces. This historic achievement embodies the visionary leadership of the Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and his fellow Founding Leaders. Their collective vision ......Read Full Article

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The Blurred Lip, Finally Done Right with SHEGLAM's Marshmallow Puff Lip Blur Pen

The Blurred Lip, Finally Done Right with SHEGLAM's Marshmallow Puff Lip Blur Pen

Semi-liquid formula that settles into a silky, airbrushed matte with buildable coverageInfused with seed oils and shea butter for up to 12 hours of comfortable, lightweight hydrationThe blurred lip has always been the hardest to get right, diffused at the edges, lived-in at the centre. The new SHEGLAM Marshmallow Puff Lip Blur Pen does it in one stroke.The latest addition to SHEGLAM's multi-faceted lip family, the Marshmallow Puff Lip Blur Pen introduces a unique semi-liquid lip mud texture. On contact, it melts into the lips, transforming into a lightweight ......Read Full Article

Benefit cosmetics x vox cinemas: ladies night extended!

Benefit cosmetics x vox cinemas: ladies night extended!

Benefit Cosmetics teams up with VOX Cinemas, Mall of the Emirates to bring the ultimate Ladies Night experience to the big screen, celebrating the release of The Devil Wears Prada 2. Think bold beauty, statement moments, and a night where drama isn't optional, it's the dress code.This isn't just a movie night. It's a full-on Benefit Cosmetics moment.WHAT'S HAPPENING?Due to overwhelming demand, Benefit Cosmetics and VOX Cinemas are extending Ladies Night for one more night.For 4 days now, each Ladies Night booking for The Devil Wears Prada 2 at ......Read Full Article

Step Into a New Era of Summer Scents with Canéza

Step Into a New Era of Summer Scents with Canéza

With the arrival of summer comes a new era of fragrance, where vibrant notes of adventure unfold into a heart of elegance and understated luxury. Canéza's collections are designed to help you rediscover and reinvent your summer self.Gold is a study in luminous refinement. Cold-press extraction preserves the brightness of lemon, osmanthus, and exotic fruits, while slow infusion deepens rose and orris into a velvety core. Airy white florals add a soft lift before settling into a warm, seamless base of leather, vanilla, and styrax.Sultan captures modern opulence ......Read Full Article

SHEGLAM's New All-In-One Primer & Tubing Volume Mascara Does It All, So You Don't Have To

SHEGLAM's New All-In-One Primer & Tubing Volume Mascara Does It All,   So You Don't Have To

Double-ended primer and tubing mascara for nourished, lifted, high-impact lashesTubing technology for weightless volume and effortless removal with warm water Two wands in one. Zero excuses for bad lashes. SHEGLAM's new All-In-One Primer & Tubing Volume Mascara pairs a conditioning primer with a high-performance tubing mascara, so every step, from prep to finish, is covered.Designed as a double-ended essential, this two-in-one wonder brings you a primer side that works behind the scenes, nourishing and lifting lashes while creating the perfect base for ......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 pore-clogging ......Read Full Article

Fashion News

Oakley brings first sportswear collection and eyewear with jaylen brown, and new signature eyewear f ...

Oakley brings first sportswear collection and eyewear with jaylen brown, and new signature eyewear f ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates 6th of April: The Oakley Players Collection moves forward with new signature series from Team Oakley Athletes Jaylen Brown and Kylian Mbappé, icons who don't just play the game, but shape the culture around sport by setting the tone, rewriting narratives, and building communities.Jaylen Brown's head-to-toe collection, which includes both eyewear and sportswear, introduces an exclusive cocoa brown palette creating a distinct and recognizable identity, with Brown's personal logo embedded across key pieces.Anchored by the ......Read Full Article

A celebration of the extraordinary: Boghossian unveils new High Jewellery in an exceptional showcas ...

A celebration of the extraordinary: Boghossian unveils new  High Jewellery in an exceptional showcas ...

This spring, Boghossian’s signature play of contrast finds its most natural expression in opals. With shifting colours, these precious stones are paired with exceptional gems, giving rise to creations of striking beauty. Each new high jewellery piece is an ode to the Maison’s relentless pursuit of innovation and mastery, where extraordinary stones meet daring design and centuries of family savoir-faire.Opal and Diamond Necklace and EarringsA celebration of the mesmerizing beauty of precious opals, the necklace features a remarkable boulder pear-shaped ......Read Full Article

From Heirloom to Heirloom: Tanishq Launches the 'Festival of Exchange'

From Heirloom to Heirloom: Tanishq Launches the 'Festival of Exchange'

Headlined by Sachin Tendulkar, the campaign reaffirms Tanishq’s commitment to transparency, trust, and the UAE community as part of the ongoing Proud of UAE initiative.Dubai, UAE —4th May 2026: Tanishq, India’s most trusted jewellery brand and a TATA product, today announced the launch of its Festival of Exchange across the United Arab Emirates. The campaign invites residents to renew their gold legacy with two of the most rewarding exchange offers ever offered in the region: a 0% deduction on the exchange of old gold above 9KT, and up to AED 20 ......Read Full Article

G-SHOCK Expands Fine Metallic Series with Volume 2 Lineup

G-SHOCK Expands Fine Metallic Series with Volume 2 Lineup

Dubai, UAE – April 29, 2024: G-SHOCK introduces Fine Metallic Series Volume 2, a new lineup that brings together the brand’s signature metal-bezel design with the newly developed Tough Silicone Band, combining refined metallic style with the toughness and comfort expected from G-SHOCK. The Volume 2 lineup includes the GM-110YRA-8A, GM-5600YRA-8, GM-6900YRA-8, and GM-2100YRA-8A.A defining feature of the series is the newly developed band construction, which combines silicone and urethane materials to deliver both strength and flexibility. The top ......Read Full Article

Van Cleef & Arpels presents the Gold Beads by Van Cleef & Arpels Patrimony Exhibition

Van Cleef & Arpels presents the Gold Beads by Van Cleef & Arpels Patrimony Exhibition

Since its foundation in 1906, Van Cleef & Arpels has developed expertise in gold craftsmanship, fashioning this precious material into a wide range of shapes and textures. In the 1920s, contours of motifs within certain platinum pieces were enhanced by a beadlike effect. From this jewelry savoir-faire emerged the Couscous creations in 1948, presenting yellow gold crafted into small beads. From nature-inspired motifs to abstract patterns,these pieces illustrate the diversity of the Maison’s sources of inspiration, using precious spheres to textured ......Read Full Article

Automobile News

Al Masaood Automobiles Launches Exclusive INFINITI Flash Sale Offer

Al Masaood Automobiles Launches Exclusive INFINITI Flash Sale Offer

Abu Dhabi, 6 May 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, has introduced a limited-time Flash Sale Offer across three of its most popular INFINITI SUV models, offering customers the opportunity to drive home an INFINITI with compelling savings.Available only until stocks last, the campaign covers the QX50, QX55, and QX60. The QX50 is priced from AED 139,900 with savings of up to AED 45,000, while the QX55 starts from AED 164,900 with savings of up to AED 54,000. The QX60, designed with ......Read Full Article

Daniel Craig launches new range for DENZA ahead of global expansion

Daniel Craig launches new range for DENZA ahead of global expansion

BYD group is proud to announce that British actor Daniel Craig is launching a new campaign for DENZA, its premium technology-oriented automotive brand, to coincide with its global expansion in 2026.The world's first premium brand devoted solely to new-energy vehicles for sustainable mobility, DENZA is ready to find new customers drawn by a unique blend of cutting-edge innovations and European-influenced design elegance. As the perfect partner for this process, Daniel Craig will lend his image to several key vehicles being launched this year, including in ......Read Full Article

Ferrari Purosangue In Handling Speciale Configuration

Ferrari Purosangue In Handling Speciale Configuration

The new Handling Speciale configuration, available on request, further enhances the Ferrari Purosangue, the first four‑door, four‑seater from Maranello.A new active‑suspension calibration delivers an even more immediate response to driver inputs.Innovative shift strategies make the Purosangue in Handling Speciale configuration more sporting and dynamic at mid‑to‑high engine speeds, while also enhancing the sound.Exclusive personalisation options contribute to a distinctive, unmistakable character.Maranello, 29 April 2026 – ......Read Full Article

Introducing range rover sv ultra: a world-first audio sanctuary for the body and mind

Introducing range rover sv ultra: a world-first audio sanctuary for the body and mind

Purest form: New Range Rover SV Ultra expresses pure, understated elegance through innovative sound technologies and a finely crafted, tranquil interiorPioneering audio: World‑first SV Electrostatic Sound debuts on Range Rover SV Ultra¹, transforming the cabin into a concert hall and placing you at the heart of the performance, and is offered exclusively as an option across all SV models, including SV UltraHarmonious blend: Complemented by Range Rover's Body and Soul Seats and World-first Sensory Floor, the cabin becomes an immersive full-body ......Read Full Article

Arabian Heritage Motors Makes Premium Ownership More Accessible Than Ever with Its Latest EXEED Offe ...

Arabian Heritage Motors Makes Premium Ownership More Accessible Than Ever with Its Latest EXEED Offe ...

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 28 April 2026: Arabian Heritage Motors, the exclusive distributor for EXEED in Saudi Arabia under Al Ghurair Mobility, has launched its most competitive ownership offer to date on the EXEED RX and EXEED VX. Developed in partnership with Al Rajhi Bank, the initiative removes the upfront financial barriers that often define the car-buying decision, giving drivers across the Kingdom a smoother path into their next premium SUV.The package includes 0% down payment and 0% administrative fees, up to five years through Al Rajhi Bank. This ......Read Full Article

Information Technology

UAE-based sindan collaborates with new york university abu dhabi to boost research, talent developme ...

UAE-based sindan collaborates with new york university abu dhabi to boost research, talent developme ...

Abu Dhabi, 05 May 2026: Sindan, the UAE's national hub for advanced AI-powered manufacturing, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) to enhance collaboration across research, talent development and advanced manufacturing.As part of this strategic partnership, Sindan will work closely with NYUAD, focusing on testing materials, qualification and standardisation, while students will gain valuable exposure to large-format additive manufacturing and its processes.As well as opening joint R&D and commercialisation ......Read Full Article

EDGE Launches Case Quest, a Gamified Learning Experience for the Future Workforce

EDGE Launches Case Quest, a Gamified Learning Experience for the Future Workforce

The AI-powered process improvement learning platform is built to address today's challengesAbu Dhabi, UAE: 4 May 2026 – BRIDGE, EDGE Group's hub for advanced upskilling, process industrialisation, and operational excellence, has announced the launch of Case Quest, a next-generation simulation platform designed to redefine how process improvement business cases are experienced, understood, and solved. The first of its kind in the region, Case Quest offers a unique learning experience where existing simulations tend to focus on generic game concepts ......Read Full Article

Manipal Institute of Liberal Arts Partners with Wacom to Equip Dubai's Next Generation of Creative T ...

Manipal Institute of Liberal Arts Partners with Wacom to Equip Dubai's Next Generation of Creative T ...

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – April 29, 2026: Manipal Institute of Liberal Arts (MILA), part of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Dubai, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wacom Europe GmbH, the EMEA representative of global digital technology company Wacom Company, Ltd., to join the Wacom Education Program, a collaboration designed to strengthen the integration of professional creative technology into higher education.Through the agreement, MILA will introduce Wacom's industry-leading digital pen tablet and display technology ......Read Full Article

Vertiv strengthens Liquid-Cooling System Capability with Acquisition of Strategic Thermal Labs

Vertiv strengthens Liquid-Cooling System Capability with Acquisition of Strategic Thermal Labs

Acquisition enhances engineering expertise for cold-plate design, server‑side liquid cooling and high-density thermal validation to improve system‑level performance, reliability, and lifecycle outcomesDubai, UAE, [April 29, 2026] — Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today announced it has acquired Strategic Thermal Labs LLC (STL), a specialist in advanced liquid-cooling technologies. The acquisition extends Vertiv’s thermal-chain strategy by strengthening engineering capability ......Read Full Article

Canon celebrates 23rd consecutive year of No.1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera m ...

Canon celebrates 23rd consecutive year of No.1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera m ...

Dubai, UAE, 28th April 2026 – Canon Inc. announced today that the company's interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and mirrorless cameras) have maintained the No. 1 share1 of the global market for 23 consecutive years from 2003 through 2025.Canon's EOS series of interchangeable‑lens digital cameras is an imaging system based on the basic concept of 'Speed, Comfort, and High Image Quality,' for which the company has developed proprietary key components, including CMOS image sensors, the DIGIC image processors, and interchangeable ......Read Full Article

Food & Dining News

Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG Unveils Curated Summer Escapes in the Heart of the Empty ...

Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG Unveils Curated Summer Escapes in the Heart of the Empty ...

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - May 2026: As the days grow longer and the desert takes on a golden summer glow, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG invites guests to embrace a slower, more indulgent kind of escape this May. Set within the sweeping dunes of the Rub' al Khali, the world's largest sand desert, the resort introduces a curated collection of summer offers designed for those seeking space, serenity and a refined sense of retreat.Rooted in the rhythm of the desert, the resort blends immersive surroundings with contemporary comfort. Days ......Read Full Article

Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 Offers

Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 Offers

Enjoy a three-course set menu dinner at Thiptara, as part of Dubai Restaurant Week 2026. Priced at AED 250 per person, the experience includes a choice of starter, main course, and dessert, along with two bottles of water.The menu highlights signature Thai flavours, featuring dishes such as the refreshing Pomelo Salad, the classic Tom Yum Goong, and the much-loved Mango Sticky Rice.Set against the backdrop of Palace Downtown, Thiptara offers a serene, waterfront dining experience overlooking the Burj Lake, combining traditional Thai elegance with a tranquil, ......Read Full Article

Asha's Restaurants Pays Tribute to Asha Bhosle

Asha's Restaurants Pays Tribute to Asha Bhosle

Our deepest condolences on the passing of Asha Ji, our beloved founder. It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Asha Bhosle.To the world, she was a voice that defined generations.To us, she was everything and she always will be.Asha Ji was not just the name behind Asha’s. She was its heart, its spirit, its very foundation. Her love for food, her instinct for flavour, and her deep sense of hospitality shaped what Asha’s became and what it will always remain.She believed in warmth that could be felt without words.In food that stays with ......Read Full Article

RealEstate News

Dubai real estate sales hit AED48B in April Market shows more resilience as monthly sales transacti ...

Dubai real estate sales hit AED48B in April  Market shows more resilience as monthly sales transacti ...

Dubai, UAE, 4th May, 2026: The Dubai real estate market showed continued resilience in April, recording 13,977 sales transactions worth AED48 billion.A market update issued today by fäm Properties showed that activity strengthened month-on-month, with sales volume rising 3.5% compared to March, while total sales value increased by 10.7%.The strongest growth came in the commercial sector, including offices and shops, with 561 sales transactions valued at AED4 billion, up 33.9% YoY and 36.2% month-on-month.Apartment sales were also up MoM by 6.5% to 11,377 ......Read Full Article

Symbolic Developments offers Jetour T2 with every Zen Residences home in May

Symbolic Developments offers Jetour T2 with every Zen Residences home in May

Signing ceremony held at Symbolic Developments' Dubai headquartersJetour T2 SUV offered with every May purchase, aligned with Symbolic Zen Residences' family-focused lifestyleSymbolic Zen Residences designed for end-users and long-term livingDubai, UAE – 30th April 2026: Symbolic Developments, in partnership with Elite Group Holding, the UAE distributor of Jetour, has introduced a new offering for buyers of its Symbolic Zen Residences project in Al Furjan. Under this initiative, customers purchasing a home between May 1 and May 31, 2026, will ......Read Full Article

UAE Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka Awarded Gold At If Design Award 2026

UAE Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka Awarded Gold  At If Design Award 2026

Recognition acknowledges the Pavilion’s interior architecture and visitor experience within the category Trade Fairs and Temporary ExhibitionsAbu Dhabi / Tokyo, April 30, 2026: The United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has been awarded Gold at the iF Design Award 2026 in the category Interior Architecture – Trade Fairs / Temporary Exhibitions, placing it among a select group of globally recognised design achievements.Selected from more than 11,000 submissions worldwide, only a small number of entries receive the Gold distinction, reflecting ......Read Full Article

Travel News

‘Department of Family Golden Moments' to Elevate Family Hospitality at Dubai Gold District and Dubai ...

‘Department of Family Golden Moments' to Elevate Family Hospitality at Dubai Gold District and Dubai ...

Dubai Gold District and Dubai Deira Cluster of Hotels introduce a first-of-its-kind internal culture initiative designed to create meaningful, emotion-led guest experiences for families across every touchpointDubai, UAE, May 2026: Dubai Gold District and the Dubai Deira Cluster of Hotels, managed by Valor Hospitality Partners, have launched the Department of Family Golden Moments – a dedicated internal initiative centred on emotional hospitality, human connection, and creating truly memorable stays for every member. Built on a foundation of experiential ......Read Full Article

EDGE Signs Global Air Carrier Services Agreement with Etihad Airways

EDGE Signs Global Air Carrier Services Agreement with Etihad Airways

Abu Dhabi, UAE: 5 May 2026 – EDGE has signed a Global Air Carrier Services Agreement with Etihad Airways at Make it in the Emirates (MIITE 2026), consolidating its airfreight operations under the UAE's national carrier.Under the agreement, EDGE will procure airfreight services through Etihad Airways' cargo operations for shipments on behalf of itself and its growing portfolio of 35 entities. The agreement is part of EDGE's broader strategy to prioritise local partnerships across its supply chain and operations, ensuring that as the organisation ......Read Full Article

Make it in the Emirates 2026: A Record-Breaking Fifth Edition Backed by Key Partners and Sponsors

Abu Dhabi May 04, 2026: The fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates, the UAE's premier industrial platform, is set to be the largest and most impactful in its history. Hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), co-hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), ADNOC, and L'IMAD Holding Company, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, taking place at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, from May 4 to May 7, 2026. This year's edition highlights the UAE's strong commitment to advancing industrial ......Read Full Article

Business News

Lg electronics releases first-quarter 2026 financial results

Lg electronics releases first-quarter 2026 financial results

Strong Performance in Home Appliance and Vehicle Solutions DrivesQuarterly Revenue Beyond USD 16.24 Billion for First TimeNews SummaryLG Electronics achieved consolidated revenue of USD 16.24 billion and operating profit of USD 1.14 billion in first-quarter 2026.Combined revenue from LG's home appliance and vehicle solutions businesses surpassed USD 6.84 billion for the first time*. The vehicle solutions business was a standout performer, achieving all-time highs in quarterly revenue and operating profit and firmly establishing itself as a reliable B2B profit ......Read Full Article

EtihadWE Development and Investment Arm Signs EPC Agreement with NMDC Infra and Lantania for Fujaira ...

EtihadWE Development and Investment Arm Signs EPC Agreement with NMDC Infra and Lantania for Fujaira ...

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 05 May 2026: The development and investment arm of Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has signed an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) agreement with NMDC Infra and Lantania Aguas for the Fujairah I Independent Water Producer (IWP) project, a 60 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant, with a total investment value of AED 1.046 billion.The signing ceremony was held at the Make It In the Emirates exhibition.The agreement was signed by Eng. Mohammed Al Shehhi, Chief ......Read Full Article

UAE GSU shortlisted for three Reuters Energy Industry Awards 2026

UAE GSU shortlisted for three Reuters Energy Industry Awards 2026


Abu Dhabi, May 4, 2026 — Abu Dhabi-based GSU, a Resources Investment company, with a growing renewable energy portfolio across Africa and Central Asia, (GSU) has been shortlisted in three categories at the prestigious Reuters Events: Energy Industry Awards 2026, recognizing its growing impact across clean energy and infrastructure in emerging markets.

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Education News

St. George's University Announces August Intake for MENA Region Students

St. George's University Announces August Intake for MENA Region Students

MENA – 5 May 2026: St. George's University School of Medicine (SGU) in Grenada, West Indies, today issues its call for applications from across the Middle East and North Africa for its August 2026 intake. The intake is designed to align seamlessly with the region's academic calendar, eliminating the need for a gap year.SGU has decades of experience training international medical students, fostering a global alumni network of over 25,000 graduates practicing in over 50 countries*. In 2026, SGU students secured over 800 US residency positions across ......Read Full Article

Zayed University and Dubai Culture Celebrate First Cohort of Museum Management & Curatorial Studies ...

Zayed University and Dubai Culture Celebrate First Cohort of Museum Management & Curatorial Studies  ...

Dubai, UAE – 4 May 2026 – Zayed University (ZU) and Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) marked a milestone in their ongoing strategic collaboration with the final presentations of the inaugural cohort of the Museum Management & Curatorial Studies Program, a pioneering initiative reinforcing Zayed University’s role in developing future Emirati leaders for the UAE’s cultural and creative sectors. The program was designed to equip national talent with the academic knowledge, curatorial expertise, and practical experience ......Read Full Article

AUS professor named UAE National Champion in prestigious global scientific prize

AUS professor named UAE National Champion in prestigious global scientific prize

Professor Steve Griffiths recognized for breakthrough carbon capture research with global implications for industrial decarbonizationSharjah, UAE, 23 April 2026 — American University of Sharjah (AUS) is proud to announce that Professor Steve Griffiths, Vice Chancellor for Research, has been named the UAE National Champion in the fourth edition of the Frontiers Planet Prize (FPP). His selection marks the UAE’s debut in the renowned global competition, which mobilizes scientists worldwide to advance research on planetary boundaries.Dr. Griffiths was one ......Read Full Article

Local News

Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect foodborne viruses using cutting-edge genomic tech ...

Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect foodborne viruses using cutting-edge genomic tech ...

A landmark step to strengthen Dubai’s leadership in food safety and safeguard public health in line with global best practices. Establishment of the ViruGenetics Lab at Dubai Central Laboratory, the first of its kind in the UAE, is part of a broader initiative to introduce specialised, technology-driven testing facilities. Operational capacity of up to 100 samples per day with rapid turnaround times to enhance response efficiency and service quality. Utilisation of the latest technologies, including digital PCR, enables highly accurate early detection of ......Read Full Article

Our Commitment to Your Mission.

Our Commitment to  Your Mission.

The measure of any nation is found in the courage of those who stand to protect it. This year, as we mark the 50th Armed Forces Unification Day, we honour the men and women who have transformed a founding vision into one of the most capable, respected and formidable defence forces in the world.On May 6th, 1976, our Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul in peace, and the visionary rulers who stood beside him, made a decision that would define a nation forever. From that day, a single unified force took shape across ......Read Full Article

Ministry of Economy and Tourism, Capital Market Authority and the DFSA launch first joint Quality Ma ...

Ministry of Economy and Tourism, Capital Market Authority and the DFSA launch first joint Quality Ma ...

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Capital Market Authority (CMA), and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) are today, announcing their first joint Quality Management audit inspections. The Quality Management audit inspections will help to strengthen capital markets oversight within the UAE.This collaboration builds on the recently signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, and the Capital Market Authority, to enhance cooperation and facilitate the exchange of information ......Read Full Article

Events & Exhibitions

Evans conquers berlin to take round 8 formula e victory

Evans conquers berlin to take round 8 formula e victory

Mitch Evans climbed from a P17 start to win the Berlin E‑Prix with a strategic masterclass built on superior energy management and perfectly timed ATTACK MODE deployments.The victory marked his second win of the season and secured Jaguar TCS Racing's fourth win of the year - making them the only team with both drivers as double winners to date in the final season of the GEN3 Evo era.The race featured intense pack racing, constant four‑wide battles, and major position swings, with Evans picking his way through the field after holding the strongest ......Read Full Article

Tadej Pogačar storms to victory in stage 1 of the Tour de Romandie

Tadej Pogačar storms to victory in stage 1 of the Tour de Romandie

Slovenian superstar sprints to his first stage victory of the season, and in doing so, becomes the new race leader in Romandie News | Team –29th April 2026 On stage 1 of the Tour de Romandie, Tadej Pogačar took the day's honours and in doing so, became the new race leader. Just 24 hours on from the opening prologue, Pogačar stamped his authority on the race for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. For the world champion, it was his first road stage of the season, and his first stage victory of 2026. The win moves Pogačar to five victories for the ......Read Full Article

Tajvi Gold & Diamonds Hosts Annual Sports Day 2026 in Dubai, Reinforcing Commitment to Employee Well ...

Tajvi Gold & Diamonds Hosts Annual Sports Day 2026 in Dubai, Reinforcing Commitment to Employee Well ...

Dubai, UAE – April 29, 2026: At a time when workplace demands continue to grow, Tajvi Gold & Diamonds placed the spotlight firmly on what matters most, its people. The brand successfully hosted its Annual Sports Day 2026 at Danube Sports World, bringing together over 150 employees from Retail and Head Office teams for a day dedicated to physical vitality, mental refreshment, and team spirit.Recognizing the importance of maintaining both physical and mental well-being in today's fast-paced environment, the initiative was designed to energize, ......Read Full Article

Healthcare

LIFEPharma launches AED 100 million, region-first gene therapy initiative targeting rare inherited b ...

LIFEPharma launches AED 100 million, region-first gene therapy initiative targeting rare inherited b ...

EQUIGENE Therapeutics, a new spin-off biotech anchored by world-class hematology experts, marks a pivotal step in the UAE's advanced therapeutics ambitionsAbu Dhabi, 5 May 2026: LIFEPharma, the UAE's only USFDA‑approved pharmaceutical manufacturer and a part of VPS Health today announced the establishment of a dedicated spin‑off biotech focused on end‑to‑end development of cell and gene therapies. This is one among the first platforms of its kind in the region. The announcement was made by Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and ......Read Full Article

Predicting prostate cancer recurrence through power of AI

Predicting prostate cancer recurrence through power of AI

May 5th, 2026To help meet the potentially complex needs of patients after prostate cancer treatment and offer the precision and care necessary in the follow-up journey, Mayo Clinic's Department of Radiation Oncology developed the PSA Control Tower. This is an intelligent monitoring tool designed to support clinicians in keeping a close, ongoing watch over patients after treatment.Traditionally, the follow-up care for prostate cancer patients follows a standard schedule and relies on manual review. This process can be time-consuming and may delay care due to ......Read Full Article

Emirates Red Crescent Leads “We Are Their Support” World Orphan Day Initiative with Amwaj Rotana and ...

Emirates Red Crescent Leads “We Are Their Support” World Orphan Day Initiative with Amwaj Rotana and ...

Dubai, 28 April 2026: Marking World Orphan Day, the Emirates Red Crescent hosted a heartfelt community initiative titled “We Are Their Support,” in collaboration with Amwaj Rotana, Dubai, and with the participation of Dubai National School – Al Barsha. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to fostering community connection and creating meaningful experiences that support children’s social and emotional well-being.The afternoon brought together a series of engaging and thoughtfully curated activities, including interactive games, ......Read Full Article

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