Abu Dhabi, UAE, 16 September, 2024: EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology and defence groups, will be participating for the first time at the 5th Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition, one of the region’s largest exhibitions for navy, aviation, army, and homeland security products. The event will take place from 24 to 26 September 2024 at the Baku Expo Center. Over the course of three days, EDGE will showcase various smart technology products, modified according to customers’ specific operational requirements. These include advanced guided-glide weapons, precision-guided munitions, cyberwarfare technologies, and advanced air missiles systems. From its range of smart weapons, EDGE will feature the RASH line of precision guided munitions, the SHADOW family of rapid-strike loitering ......read more

The Slovenian rider claims a solo victory in Canada Tadej Pogačar marked his 22nd personal win and the 73rd for UAE Team Emirates this season with a dominant performance at the GP Montreal. The race, covering 209.1 km over 17 laps, initially saw a small breakaway group held in check for the first circuits. UAE Team Emirates placed Igor Arrieta on the front of the bunch for the early stages to better manage the day. As the gap gradually closed, the favourites of the day began launching attacks with 50 km to go. It was a team effort for the Emirati squad, with Fisher-Black, Ayuso, and finally Majka setting the pace, leading to Pogačar’s decisive attack with 23 km remaining. The Slovenian rider finished solo, repeating his success on Canadian soil after his 2022 victory, enjoying applause and greetings in the ......read more

Winning streak continues for UAE and Swiss star​ Marc Hirschi continued his run of excellent form in the build up to the World Championships in Zurich with yet another victory at the Memorial Pantani in Cesenatico, Italy today. The 26-year-old puncheur timed his sprint well to power his way to the front of the reduced peloton. The 195km course beginning in Cesena was controlled from the beginning by the Emirati squad until Filippo Baroncini hit out with a strong attack which was only swept up inside the final kilometre as the riders faced a headwind sprint. The victory marks the Swiss riders fifth consecutive win in as many races as he now faces the Trofeo Matteotti and the Tour of Luxembourg.  Meanwhile the total win tally for UAE climbs to 72. Hirschi: “It was a tough race which we controlled from ......read more

 In Indian Cinema At NEXA IIFA Utsavam Awards, Co-Presented by Meteora Developers At Yas Island, Abu Dhabi This September! Date: Friday 27th September | NEXA IIFA Utsavam Awards, Co-Presented by Meteora Developers, Celebrating the four vibrant South Indian film industries- Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries Hosts and Performance Line-up: https://www.iifa.com/iifa-utsavam-2024 IIFA Festival 2024 tickets: UTSAVAM LIVE: https://www.etihadarena.ae/en/event-booking/iifa-utsavam | https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/91813/iifa-utsavam-2024-at-etihad-arena-abu-dhabi Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Coexistence, the world’s biggest celebration of Indian cinema—the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) ......read more

Renowned for her captivating performances and timeless elegance, Janhvi Kapoor is set to light up the grand IIFA Festival 2024 stage this September 28th at NEXA IIFA Awards co-presented by Sobha, in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Her journey with IIFA has been nothing short of extraordinary, from her debut appearance, she has enchanted global audiences with her grace and talent, becoming a beloved star on IIFA’s prestigious platform. Her deep connection with IIFA reflects her unwavering passion for cinema, solidifying her as an integral part of the IIFA family. As she takes the stage once again, prepare to witness her talent shine at the world’s biggest celebration of Indian cinema. Janhvi Kapoor expressed her excitement, saying, "I am absolutely thrilled to perform at the world’s biggest celebration of Indian cinema ......read more

Fourth success in a row for the UAE Team Emirates rider An in-form Marc Hirschi took yet another victory at the GP Peccioli-Coppa Sabatini (197.6 km) adding to the success in the 2023 edition, the Swiss rider took the victory in 2024 too, preceding Gregor Muhlberger (Movistar) and Anders Foldager (Jayco-Alula). Hirschi sealed the 71st seasonal success for UAE Team Emirates on the steep hill of Peccioli, at 37 km to go, when he attacked from the main group, overtaking the former members of the breakaway that had led the race until then. The Swiss cyclist’s advantage was immediately solid, 40”, that he managed to maintain on four chasing riders until the arrival with a perfect solo ride in the last lap of the final circuit. Hirschi has now won his four latest races in which he participated (Donostia San Sebastian ......read more

12th September 2024: Triumphing high, Kriti Sanon has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, known for her exceptional talent and versatility. Over the years, she has captivated audiences with powerful performances, earning her the prestigious IIFA Award for Best Female Debut in 2015 for Heropanti and Best Actress in 2022 for her role in Mimi. These accolades mark her growing success and prominence in the Indian film industry. Celebrating her contribution to Indian cinema, her wins at IIFA not only underscore her acting prowess but also highlight her evolution as one of the industry’s most versatile talents. She has left a lasting impression at the IIFA Awards with two remarkable performances—first in 2017 in New York, where she captivated the audience with a high-energy act, and again in 2022 in Abu Dhabi, where she ......read more

Experience A Cinematic Extravaganza Like No Other At NEXA IIFA Utsavam Awards With An All-Star Line-Up In Attendance: ‘Megastar’ Chiranjeevi, ‘Mega Power Star’ Ram Charan, Global superstar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, The Sensational Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Veteran Actor And Telugu Cinema Icon Nandamuri Balakrishna, Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan, Resul Pookutty, Chiyaan Vikram, Rishab Shetty, Nivin Pauly Siva Karthikeyan, Simbu (STR), Ravi Varman, Thota Tharani, Suhasini Maniratnam, And Madras Talkies' Shiva, S. J. Suryah, Nitya! Date: Friday 27th September | NEXA IIFA Utsavam Awards- Celebrating the four vibrant South Indian film industries- Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries Hosts and Performance Line-up: https://www.iifa.com/iifa-utsavam-2024 IIFA Festival 2024 tickets: UTSAVAM LIVE: ......read more

United Arab Emirates, 11 September 2024: The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and World Triathlon have today announced that the T100 Triathlon World Championship Final will take place in Dubai on 16-17 November and complete the 2024 T100 Triathlon World Tour calendar for its inaugural season. "Given the huge interest we've seen in Dubai and its iconic setting, we have decided to announce that this will be the series finale, and we'll crown our first World Champions in Dubai," explained PTO CEO Sam Renouf. "Dubai will be our largest event of the year, with over 10,000 participants set to compete across a range of distances and individual disciplines. Combining that scale with the stunning backdrop of Meydan racecourse and the Dubai skyline, means we'll be finishing our inaugural year with a ......read more

The Latvian player completes the team roster ahead of historic European ABA League debut Tickets can now be purchased for Dubai Basketball’s first ever match against Red Star on 22nd September at Coca-Cola Arena. Prices start from AED 75 while season passes are also available on Coca-Cola Arena website. Dubai, 11th September 2024: Dubai Basketball has announced the signing of former NBA star, Davis Bertans, ahead of their historic season in Europe’s ABA League with match tickets for their opening game on September 22nd now on sale. The Latvian forward, who last played for Charlotte Hornets in the 2023-24 season, joins Dubai Basketball, the newly-established professional sports franchise, which will become the first UAE team to compete in a major European league. The team opens their competitive campaign at ......read more

Yas Island is set to witness a spectacular event as the star-studded cast and crew of Ponniyin Selvan descend for IIFA Utsavam 2024 on Friday, September 27th. Produced by the visionary Mani Ratnam and Subaskaran Allirajah under Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions, this epic historical action drama has created a sensation as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2022 and the third-highest-grossing Indian film of the year, with an impressive international debut. Ponniyin Selvan’s powerhouse ensemble, including Vikram, Karthi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayaram, R. Sarathkumar will all be in attendance to celebrate the rich legacy of South Indian cinema honouring the finest talents from the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries at IIFA Utsavam 2024 on 27th September, Friday. Joining the glittering IIFA Utsavam ......read more

UAE Team Emirates dominate the Team Classification Australian Jay Vine wins King of the Mountains jersey News | Team – 10th September 2024 UAE Team Emirates wrapped up the final Grand Tour of 2024 with a strong team performance at La Vuelta. Over the course of the three weeks, the team showed relentless determination and togetherness, securing the overall Team Classification. Jay Vine, who returned to racing following a long injury lay off, battled fiercely throughout to claim the King of the Mountains jersey. The Vuelta kicked off with mixed fortunes for UAE Team Emirates. USA National Time Trial champion Brandon McNulty set the tone early with a sensational ride in the Stage 1 Individual Time Trial, edging out Lidl-Trek’s Mathias Vacek by a narrow 2-second margin to claim his first Grand Tour stage win. ......read more

Ponniyin Selvan’s powerhouse ensemble of cast and crew featuring Mani Ratnam, Vikram, Karthi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, A.R. Rahman, Jayaram, R. Sarathkumar, Thota Tharani, Ravi Varman to Attend IIFA Utsavam Yas Island is set to witness a spectacular event as the star-studded cast and crew of Ponniyin Selvan descend for IIFA Utsavam 2024 on Friday, September 27th. Produced by the visionary Mani Ratnam and Subaskaran Allirajah under Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions, this epic historical action drama has created a sensation as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2022 and the third-highest-grossing Indian film of the year, with an impressive international debut. Ponniyin Selvan’s powerhouse ensemble, including Vikram, Karthi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayaram, R. Sarathkumar will all be in attendance to celebrate the rich ......read more

Sivakov top-10 as Emirati men take teams classification in Madrid UAE Team Emirates end another year of Grand Tour racing with a colourful three-week journey at the Vuelta España which saw a fair share of glory for the Emirati squad. Brandon McNulty opened the race in the best way possible by storming to victory in the TT and pulling on the red leader’s jersey in Lisbon. Though the red jersey would be relinquished, and GC hopes would be dashed through the DNF of Joao Almeida through illness, the team would reinvent itself to take three stage wins through McNulty, Adam Yates, and Marc Soler. Soler would be the chief animator of the race and went home with the Grand-Combative prize which was awarded to the most aggressive rider over the three weeks. Jay Vine confirmed his successful comeback to racing after injury ......read more

Swiss star takes GP Industria & Artigianato, Ulissi 3rd Marc Hirschi continued his glittering season with victory in a wet edition of the GP Industria & Artigianato in Italy today. The Swiss puncheur got away solo under rainy conditions which called for the race to be shortened from the usual 168km circuit around Larciano. His teammate Diego Ulissi hit out from the heavily reduced pack to take third place with Guillermo Silva (Caja Rural) occupying the middle step of the podium. The win marks the 70th triumph of the year for UAE Team Emirates while for Hirschi it’s victory number 6. Hirschi: “In the end it was a really hard race because of the rain. It was not easy to know what was going on in the race and it was all a bit messy, so we stuck to our tactic to go full gas on the climb, and I felt really good ......read more

Your Once-In-A-Lifetime Chance To Shine At The Iconic IIFA Stage With An Acclaimed Dance Troupe And A Leading Bollywood Superstar At Yas Island, Abu Dhabi This September! Mark Your Calendar: The Contest Runs from September 6th to 18th, 2024! 6th September 2024:  Get ready for the world’s largest celebration of Indian cinema—the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards! The highly anticipated spectacular event, is set to showcase the finest in Indian cinema, spanning across five iconic industries, marking a historic celebration of cinematic excellence at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, from September 27th to 29th. IIFA proudly announces ‘TIIFA DANCE MANIA’ - a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the grandeur of the IIFA Festival 2024 and share the prestigious stage with Bollywood’s elite. Feel the ......read more

UAE side ends supreme against teams from Belgium, Palestine, Iran, Armenia and Argentina DUBAI: Kalba Tigers shone bright with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Zhalkeh of Iran to clinch the MFIF Mini-football 5x5 International Club Championships. The team from Iran found it tough to contend against a Kalba Tigers side that was well served by top goalscorer Karim Hamed and best goalkeeper Abdul Aziz Alblooshi. Organized by Minifootball Five International Federation (MFIF) in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council at the Dubai Sports World pitches of Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC), this unique competition was part of the ‘Our Summer is Sports’ initiative launched by the Council. The winners of the nine-team competition were crowned by His Excellency Maher Julfar, Deputy CEO of the Dubai World Trade Centre in the ......read more

Your Once-In-A-Lifetime Chance To Shine At The Iconic IIFA Stage With An Acclaimed Dance Troupe And A Leading Bollywood Superstar At Yas Island, Abu Dhabi This September! Mark Your Calendar: The Contest Runs from September 6th to 18th, 2024! 6th September 2024:  Get ready for the world’s largest celebration of Indian cinema—the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards! The highly anticipated spectacular event, is set to showcase the finest in Indian cinema, spanning across five iconic industries, marking a historic celebration of cinematic excellence at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, from September 27th to 29th. IIFA proudly announces ‘TIIFA DANCE MANIA’ - a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the grandeur of the IIFA Festival 2024 and share the prestigious stage with Bollywood’s elite. Feel ......read more

DUBAI: Former Premier League footballers Marco Asencio and Bakary Sagna and England’s retired tennis player Ross Hutchins were among the stars landing at the headquarters of the Dubai Sports Council. The three stars were received by His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, in the presence of His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Council and Nasser Aman Al Rahma, Assistant Secretary General. The 28-year-old Asensio, who joined up with Ligue 1 Club Paris Saint-Germain last year from Spanish giants Real Madrid, expressed his happiness to be in Dubai. Asencio related that he visits Dubai frequently along with his family and friends. He further expressed his great admiration for the great architectural, tourism and sports development witnessed by the city over such a short period of ......read more

Dubai – September 5, 2024: Bringing together the best of Indian cinema, The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards announces its 2024 IIFA Rocks Hosts- the dynamic and charismatic duo Siddhant Chaturvedi and Abhishek Banerjee.   The highly anticipated IIFA Festival is set to take place from September 27th to 29th, 2024, at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Coexistence and is being held in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi. Join us for a historic celebration of cinematic excellence! The festivities begin on Friday, September 27th, with IIFA Utsavam, celebrating the vibrant South Indian film ......read more

More than 46,000 participants to be involved in 12 sporting disciplines across the emirate Permanent Committee of Labour Affairs in Dubai, Dubai Police and Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship, customs & Port Security once again join hands with DSC DUBAI: The 6th Dubai Labour Sports Tournament is all set for a mega launch across the emirate from September 15. Organised and staged by the Dubai Sports Council in cooperation with the Permanent Committee of Labour Affairs in Dubai, Dubai Police, and Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship, customs & Port Security, the event will go on from September 15 to February 23, 2025. Held under the slogan “Making them happy is our goal”, organisers are expecting the participation of more than 46,000 male and female workers representing 270 ......read more

Third win of La Vuelta and 69th of season for UAE​ Marc Soler showed grit and determination to take home the victory on a memorable stage 16 of the Vuelta España from Luanco to Lagos de Covadonga (181.5km). With three third places to his name already in this Vuelta the Catalan rider was finally rewarded for his combativity, attacking his remaining breakaway rivals Max Poole (DSM Firmenich) and Filippo Zana (Jayco AlUla) inside the last -5km to take a solo victory, the third Vuelta win of his career. Jay Vine and Isaac Del Toro also animated the break and worked hard to maintain a sizeable gap of over 6 minutes heading into the base of the final climb.  Vine also now moves into the lead of the mountains classification after the unfortunate withdrawal of Wout Van Aert (Visma LAB). UAE Team Emirates continue to ......read more

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 3rd September 2024 – While the world is still absorbing Cristiano Ronaldo’s newly launched YouTube channel reaching 50 million subscribers in less than a week, another remarkable YouTube milestone has been thriving in the background of this. A podcast episode by Thmanyah, meaning ‘eight’ in Arabic, saw remarkably more views, 110 million so far, than any other podcast episode ever posted on YouTube, breaking the Guinness World Records title for Most viewed podcase episode on the platform.    This milestone beats out the Joe Rogan's famous interview with Elon Musk, which garnered 68 million views over five years. But a Saudi Arabian podcast episode called "Secrets to Thriving Relationships" has now claimed the top spot.   Let’s walk you through all ......read more

Philippines’ Thirdy Ravena, ex-Bayern Munich’s Leon Radosevic and former Real Madrid’s Klemen Prepelic among the top players to be part of the newly-established club that will play in the ABA League in Europe this season. Dubai, 2nd September 2024: Professional players of newly-established Dubai Basketball franchise which will play in Europe this season, have spoken of their joy of being part of history and have vowed to do the city and country proud when their first-ever campaign begins next month. The club, founded by UAE’s Abdulla Saeed Al Naboodah, are set to play in Europe’s Adriatic Basketball Association (ABA) League for the 2024/25 season with their first competitive match kicking off against Serbian Red Star on the weekend of 22nd September at 14,000 basketball capacity Coca-Cola ......read more

As we reach the second rest day of the 2024 Vuelta a España, the race has once again exceeded expectations, delivering some of the most exciting racing we have seen this season. Week two saw the peloton tackle more mountainous terrain, setting the stage for high drama and intense battles. UAE Team Emirates entered the second week in high spirits. They began the week on the back of a racing masterclass, where Adam Yates reignited his general classification ambitions. Stage 9 started with a 24-man breakaway that included UAE Team Emirates’ Jay Vine, Marc Soler, and Adam Yates. Soler took on the lion's share of the work, whittling the group down to eight riders by the time they reached the summit of El Purche, with a commanding 5-minute lead over the peloton. Soler's effort set the stage for Jay Vine, who delivered a ......read more

1,742 exhibiting companies and brands present 65 participating countries from around the world will include 14 new countries This year's edition introduces 13 new features 11 sectors that will offer visitors an enhanced experience Abu Dhabi, 31 August 2024: The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2024 starts today at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi with thousands of visitors expected. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers' Club, ADIHEX combines Emirati cultural traditions and heritage with forward-looking features that open new business opportunities, engage Emiratis of all ages, and showcase adventure and outdoor lifestyles. Organised by the Emirates Falconers' ......read more

Dubai, UAE - August 31, 2024: This September, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library continues its leading role in enriching the cultural scene by organising a wide range of events. These activities reflect the Library's vision to spark a passion for reading and learning within the community, aligning with national strategies and the wise leadership's vision of building a knowledge-based future. The month's events kick off with the "Success Story" session, hosting a group of people of determination who will share their inspiring stories of overcoming significant life challenges. This session offers attendees the opportunity to hear these motivational tales, showcasing the power of will and human resilience. The library will also host a discussion titled "A Gathering on Literature and Criticism," focusing on ......read more

3rd spot for Catalan rider as McNulty & Vine survive tough day out UAE Team Emirates were once again on the offensive on stage 13 of the Vuelta España, with Marc Soler taking 3rd place on the uphill finale on the stage from Lugo to Puerto de Ancares (176km). The original break saw 3 UAE riders up the road with Jay Vine and Brandon McNulty alongside Soler in the hunt for a third stage win for the Emirati team, though a crash with -19km on a descent saw Vine and McNulty come down. McNulty was worse off in the crash sliding out under a crash barrier though thankfully escaped with just some abrasions. This left just Soler who had been acting as a decoy for the other riders though now was challenged with going for the stage himself. Though various attempts were made by Soler to get away it was Mike Woods (Israel Premier ......read more

Visitors can explore Emirati traditions alongside cutting-edge innovations, showcasing the UAE's evolving culture in the guns and shooting sports sector. Interactive exhibitions bring the UAE's environmental heritage to life through hands-on activities and workshops. Participants can discover the thrill of competitive shooting, testing their skills in unique competitions hosted by renowned industry experts. Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 August, 2024 – The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) returns for its 21st edition in 2024, once again establishing itself as the premier destination for hunting and shooting enthusiasts across the region. ADIHEX is the only event in the UAE that permits visitors to purchase hunting and shooting weapons, creating a unique platform for industry leaders to ......read more

Wellens declares GC ambitions with 5th in Renewi TT​ Marc Soler edged closer to an elusive stage win for the Catalan at the Vuelta España, taking 3rd place from the day-long escape behind stage winner Pablo Castrillo (Kern Pharma). Soler jumped from kilometre zero and formed a strong group of 9 riders which would build a lead of almost 10 minutes to the peloton on the relatively short stage from Ourense to the Estación de montaña de Manzaneda (137km). Soler hit-out again as the group approached the base of the final climb with -13km but would be undone by Castrillo and Max Poole (DSM Firmenich) who took 2nd. Soler: “We all wanted to win today but Pablo was the strongest and I’m pleased for him. It was good to be out front another day fighting in the breakaway but with desire to try again for ......read more

Inaugural event to be held for the first time in the Middle East in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council on February 2, 2025 Thousands confirmed to participate in the race that includes four different race components DUBAI: In yet another first, Dubai will play host to the "L'Etape Dubai" cycling race, presented by the Tour de France, on February 2, 2025. Organised by Belton and Be Cool Events in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council with sponsorship from title sponsor Škoda Cars, the "L'etape Race" is among the most famous races dedicated to amateurs. An event of this stature puts participants in an atmosphere of legacy and history of the Tour de France, the oldest cycling race in the world. The inaugural edition was announced during a press conference held at the headquarters ......read more

Abu Dhabi, UAE — The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club (ADEC) is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2024. From August 31st to September 8th, ADEC invites visitors to explore the multifaceted world of equestrian sports and lifestyle at the Equestrian Pavilion, Stand 12-100. The exhibition will be open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, offering attendees a full day of engagement and discovery.  ADEC, as a revered institution in the equestrian community, will present an extensive range of services and experiences, including:  ● Commercial Village: Discover the heritage and future plans of the prestigious club and learn how your business can be a part of the growth.  ● Riding School: Learn about all the different lessons, courses, and ......read more

Team Abu Dhabi star targets another win in Italy to move back on track for fifth F2 crown San Nazzaro, Italy: 28th August, 2024:  Team Abu Dhabi’s Rashed Al Qemzi is in a hurry to regain the lead in the 2024 UIM F2 World Championship and says he will settle for nothing less than victory in the Grand Prix of Italy at the weekend. The four-time F2 world champion is aiming for a repeat of his win at San Nazzaro last year as he looks to wipe out the four-point advantage held by Lithuania’s Edgaras Riabko following his third place on home territory in the previous round less than a fortnight ago. Victory in Klaipėda put Sweden’s Mathilda Wiberg level on points with Al Qemzi, who recognizes that he may face his biggest test of the championship yet as he pursues a record fifth F2 ......read more

3rd spot for Catalan in Galicia​ Marc Soler was one of the main animators of the day at the Vuelta España, with the Catalan rider taking third place from a breakaway on stage 10 from Ponteareas to Baiona (160km). The fight to get in the break of the day took almost 50kms and didn’t form until over the top of the day’s first climb, the second-category Alto de Fonfría. It was Van Aert (Visma LAB) who crested first with Soler close behind and the pair led a group of five which would last deep into the stage. Van Aert jumped away with 30km to go with Quentin Pacher (Groupama FDJ) with Soler missing out as Van Aert attempted to get a gap before the final cat.1 climb. The gap would hold, and Van Aert took a comfortable stage win with Soler coming home in third, 2’01” behind. Marc ......read more

FESPA launches 2025 event campaign for regional printers and sign-makers showcasing latest technologies and providing free educational programme The three-day expo aims to attract over 150 exhibiting brands and more than 4,000 visits Dubai, UAE | 27 August 2024: FESPA Middle East, which connects senior decision-makers and trade professionals with leading OEM suppliers and distributors from the print, textile and signage industry, will return to the Dubai Exhibition Centre on 20-22 January 2025 after a hugely successful inaugural event earlier this year. According to international market research company Mordor Intelligence, the GCC digital printing market alone is estimated to reach $1.16 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 8.93% over the next five years. In addition, a report published by Dublin-based market insights and ......read more

Fans can watch DP World Tour and future Ryder Cup stars for free at Abu Dhabi Golf Resort from January 10-12, 2025 Team Cup confirmed as a three day match play event The DP World Tour today confirmed that Major Champions Francesco Molinari and Justin Rose have been named as the Playing Captains for the second edition of the Team Cup, which will take place on the National Course at Abu Dhabi Golf Resort from January 10-12, 2025. Fans will be able to watch the heroes of the past, and the stars of future Ryder Cups, with free general admission tickets available for the entire duration of the event.  Molinari captained Continental Europe to victory two years ago and will go head-to-head with his Ryder Cup teammate Rose, who assumes the Great Britain & Ireland captaincy for the first time. The pair will lead ......read more

• A thrilling, family-friendly extravaganza that welcomed everyone – from industry professionals to their families and kids! • Over 2,000 real estate experts from more than 150 companies came together for an unforgettable experience. • The epic ‘Battle of the Brokers’ shattered records as the largest and most exciting broker sporting event ever seen in the Middle East!   Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Danube Properties, a leading private developer in the UAE, recently organized another exhilarating edition of its highly anticipated annual event, ‘Battle of the Brokers,’ on Sunday, marking yet another milestone in the company’s commitment to promoting fitness, community engagement, and an active lifestyle in Dubai. Dubai, known for its iconic skyline and rapid ......read more

12th edition of annual competition exclusively for women to be held from October 16-30 Registration opens from September 3 as women from a cross-section of society to compete in eight different sports disciplines 3x3 basketball will be latest addition to sports festival this time DUBAI: The Organizing Committee of the 'Sheikha Hind Women's Sports Tournament' has approved the competition schedule for the 12th edition of this annual sports festival for women in the UAE. Arguably the largest tournament of its kind organized by the Dubai Sports Council under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the tournament aims to attract female sports talents while ......read more

Dubai, UAE, 22 August 2024: The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced today that the inaugural HKMA–DFSA Joint Climate Finance Conference will take place on 16 September 2024 in Hong Kong. The conference will be held in hybrid format. As the flagship initiative of the HKMA–DFSA partnership announced in December 2023, the conference further promotes Hong Kong and Dubai's deepening relationship on sustainable finance. Along the journey towards net zero, many in Asia and Middle East share the common challenge of reducing dependence on fossil fuels and shifting to a more sustainable growth model. The conference will focus on the opportunities and challenges of transition finance, driving practical discussions between both regions. It will feature an engaging ......read more

More than 100 major business and consumer events set to boost business tourism and support local economy Headline events include GITEX Global, Expand North Star, Beautyworld Middle East, WETEX, Gulfood Green, ArabLab+, Automechanika, Big 5 Global, Gulf Bride and more Healthcare and technology take centre stage with major conferences and associations scheduled for the final quarter Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 August 2024: As Dubai gears up for one of its busiest events seasons, Dubai World Trade Centre is reinforcing the city’s reputation as a leading global hub for mega-events and business tourism. DWTC has unveiled its event schedule for the final four months of 2024, featuring over 100 major business and consumer exhibitions, events, key conferences and associations spanning sectors such as technology, ......read more

Dubai, 21st August 2024: Dubai Basketball, the emirate’s first professional basketball franchise, has travelled to Slovenia for a training camp ahead of a history-making season. The team will become the first from Dubai to play in a European league when they take part in the ABA League featuring teams from Europe’s Balkans region. This week the newly-formed squad flew for their first-ever training camp to Koper, Slovenia under the guidance of Head Coach Jurica Golemac and his team. The camp started on August 19 and will continue until September 2. August 20 was a momentous day in the club’s history as it provided the opportunity for the full first-team squad, along with two players from the club’s academy, to train and play together for the first time, with a month to go until tip-off for the new ......read more

THE MULTIFACETED SOUTH INDIAN CINEMATIC EXTRAVAGANZA- IIFA UTSAVAM 2024 ANNOUNCES ITS NOMINATIONS CELEBRATING CINEMA OF THE SOUTH- WITH ITS FOCUS ON TAMIL, TELUGU, MALAYALAM, AND KANNADA FILM INDUSTRIES Setting a high benchmark, Ponniyin Selvan: II leads the IIFA Utsavam 2024 nominations with an extraordinary 13 nods in the Tamil categories. Following closely, Everyone Is A Hero in the Malayalam nominations and Kaatera in the Kannada Film Industry Nominations each stand out with an impressive 11 nominations. Jailer follows in the Tamil nominations with 10 nods, while Dasara dominates the Telugu nominations with an equally remarkable 10. In the Kannada categories, Sapta Sagaradaache Ello - Side A secures 9 nominations, Kousalya Supraja Rama 8 and Tagarupalya earning 7 nominations. IIFA UTSAVAM 2024 TAMIL FILM INDUSTRY ......read more

3rd spot for Portuguese, now sits 2nd overall​ Joao Almeida put in a strong performance on the gruelling summit finish of stage 4 of the Vuelta España to mark his place at the front of affairs amongst the GC favourites. The Portuguese all-rounder took 3rd place on Pico Villuercas on the stage which packed over 3’500 metres of climbing as Primoz Roglic (Red Bull Bora) took a trademark victory from the reduced group and steps into the race lead. As the group turned onto the steeper slopes within the final 5km it was Pavel Sivakov who put the pressure on the front, forcing a chase from the group behind which quickly reduced the numbers. Almeida then battled his way to the front with his consistent rhythm to overcome what he said was one of his hottest ever days on a bike. Almeida: “It was a very ......read more

Numerous podiums and race victories, 7 Drivers' Championships, and 6 Constructors' Championships. Did you guess it? TAG Heuer and Oracle Red Bull Racing are back together in high gear, launching the TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 45MM x Oracle Red Bull Racing Edition. This timepiece embodies the racing DNA that both brands are renowned for, blending advanced technology with the thrill of the race. After the successful launch of the TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Red Bull Racing Special Edition, the new connected watch is set to transcend the conventional timepiece, representing the essence of racing excellence. This unique experience merges cutting-edge software including a dedicated connected watch faces and specific straps that highlight the vibrant colours of Oracle Red Bull Racing: blue and red. This special edition watch is ......read more

American takes huge result in Lisbon, Ulissi 2nd in Poland Brandon McNulty put in the ride of his life to secure a narrow victory in the stage 1 time trial from Lisbon to Oeiras at the Vuelta España. The American cyclist expertly navigated the parcours ahead of second place Mathias Vacek (Lidl-Trek) by just two seconds. The podium was rounded out by Wout van Aert (Visma-Lease a Bike) who went off last. McNulty was the second-to-last rider to start which meant he had his teammates and also his rivals’ times for reference. At the 7km mark, Van Aert was slightly ahead of Vacek, with McNulty trailing by two seconds. However, in the final stretch, McNulty displayed his strength, powering home with a blistering average speed of 57.197 kph to claim victory. It will be the first time the American will don the ......read more

First-of-its-kind, Future FM highlights the facility management industry’s digital transformation, driven by broader urban development goals and the need for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in facilities Two-day IFMA Global – Middle East Summit to host thought leadership presentations, interactive panel discussions, and case studies from the industry under four key themes Regional and global industry leaders from Dubai Holding, IFMA, BARWA Real Estate, FMTECH, among others come together to curate the summit programme Future FM takes place on 26-28 November 2024 at Dubai World Trade Centre alongside, LiveableCitiesX, GeoWorld, and Big 5 Global Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 13 August 2024: The Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region is witnessing a growth in demand for facility management ......read more

Yates and Almeida spearhead the UAE Team Emirates charge in Spain The No.1 team in the world aiming to claim famous Grand Tour sweep​ UAE Team Emirates head into the Vuelta a Espana with one thing on their mind. History. Hungry for more Grand Tour success, UAE Team Emirates have set their sights on becoming only the second team in Cycling history to win the Giro d'Italia, Tour de France, and Vuelta a Espana in the same season. Adam Yates and Joao Almeida headline a powerful UAE Team Emirates line up, with both riders coming into the race on the back of stellar showings at the Tour de France. "La Vuelta", is set for its 79th edition and promises be a stern test with its mountainous profiles. Kicking off from Lisbon, Portugal, the race will push the riders to their limits across the three weeks. It's a ......read more

Team Abu Dhabi’s world champion wants to make this an amazing season in partnership with Al Mansoori Klaipėda, Lithuania: 14th August, 2024: Rashed Al Qemzi is aiming for a second successive victory in Lithuania at the weekend to propel Team Abu Dhabi towards a standout triumph in the 2024 UIM F2 World Championship. Chasing a place in the record books as the first five-time winner of the F2 world driver’s title, Al Qemzi returns to action in Klaipėda in a buoyant mood after his win in Norway two weeks ago which gave him the lead in the championship. With his team-mate, Mansoor Al Mansoori, up to fourth place in the standings following his second-place finish in Tønsberg, the four-time champion wants the partnership to make this an exceptional season. “The championship is tougher than ever this ......read more

Swiss puncheur takes La Klasikoa in style​ Marc Hirschi took his fourth victory of the season in impressive fashion at the Clasica San Sebastian in Spain today. The 25 year old Swiss outsprinted former World Champion Julian Alaphilippe (Soudal Quickstep) in a two-up dash to the line ahead of Lennert Van Eetvelt (Lotto Dstny). Pavel Sivakov made a brave solo move with -40km to go before being brought back which set-up the attack on the ascent of Pilotegi with 7km remaining, with Alaphilippe ploughing ahead with Hirschi in tow. The pair collaborated to the line before Alaphilippe led out the sprint with Hirschi timing his move perfectly to cruise past the Frenchman. Hirschi: “I’m delighted with this win. First we wanted to control any attacks from Visma. Then Sivakov tried from a distance and I waited to ......read more

Australian powers to TT victory in comeback race​ Jay Vine has made a memorable return to competition with victory on stage 4 of the Vuelta Burgos in Spain. The Australian former TT champion blitzed the 18,5km course in a scorching time of 19.51, clocking an average speed of 55.9kmph in the time trial from Santa María del Campo to Pampliega. The win marks his first victory since suffering multiple vertebrae fractures at the Itzulia Basque Country crash in April. Vine: “I feel pretty incredible. I’m really happy with how the legs are going especially in my first race back after injury. It’s been a long way back since the crash. My wife has been so supportive and patient during the whole time and the team has been in constant contact to try and get me ready and back to health. Just 4 months ago ......read more