Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19th January 2026: The global fragrance house Fragrance World marked a historic milestone as it celebrated its presence in more than 150 countries with a grand opening ceremony at Expo City Dubai.The journey of Fragrance World traces back to 1988, when its Founder and Chairman, Poland Moosa, established his fi...
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19 January 2026The most highly-curated Batur Convertible so far has been completed by Bentley's bespoke division, Mulliner. The art of creating a coachbuilt Bentley has become a repeat experience for the car's new owner, with Batur Convertible #4 joining an extensive car collection which includes a Blower Continuation Series, a Speed Six Co...
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Some moments are meant to be savored; the quiet morning you share, the laughter that spills over a mid-afternoon coffee, the gentle pause in a busy day that reminds you why connection matters. This Valentine's, Flava Coffee invites you to celebrate these moments with blends crafted to delight the senses and warm the heart.. Indulge in...
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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 di...
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Dubai Fashion Week to launch the global Autumn/Winter 2026/27 season, continuing to shape and redefine the international fashion calendar Alberta Ferretti will open the week debuting its Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, marking the Italian luxury house’s first full-scale show in the Middle EastDubai, UAE, 19 January 2026: Dubai Fashion Week (D...
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Strong government attendance, including the Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dubai Health Authority, the Department of Health Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah Health Authority, underscoring Dubai’s position as a central hub for healthcare leadership and innovation Record international attendance and 15% year-on-year exhibition space growth will ensu...
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Aside from watching some of the world’s best WTA tennis stars, there are lots of activities and activations for the family to enjoy This year will be the first time there is a wheelchair tennis tournament running alongside the main tournament and the Road to MADO. The first day of the event is the Family Day and is free entry for all.A...
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Held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture Showcasing exceptional experiences that reflect Dubai's creative leadershipDubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 January 2026: Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced the launch of Dubai Art Season 2026. ...
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Dubai, UAE, 19 January 2026: As part of its ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines, Emirates will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila from 2 April.On Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Emirates’ flight EK330 will depart Dubai at 12:45hrs, arriving in Manila at ...
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Notpla, seaweed-based packaging innovator to implement sustainable solution at 2027 tournament Local 12-year-old female golf fan creates GreenFair+AI, AI waste management platform with fatherDubai, UAE: The Green Incubator Challenge, a sustainability initiative of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, has achieved its mission of inviting i...
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates– 16 December 2025: Dubai Police have issued a strong warning to parents, teenagers, and young people about the growing spread of so-called deadly challenges on social media platforms, which pose a serious threat to lives.These challenges, often promoted as online trends, involve extremely dangerous behavi...
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THE GOLDEN GALLOPHow Pomellato’s Chains Echo the Spirit of the Dappled HorseWhen founder Pino Rabolini sought his path in jewelry in 1967, his father’s advice to “pick a winning horse” proved more prophetic than imagined. Inspired by his passion for horses and their inherent elegance, Rabolini chose to name his company &ldqu...
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Dubai, UAE, January 2026. Oris is proud to unveil the Year of the Horse Limited Edition, crafted to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Fire Horse, beginning 17 February 2026. The Fire Horse is said to embody enthusiasm, confidence, and a powerful drive to succeed, making this new year a time of vibrant energy and bold ambition.The watch is clad in a...
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The record-breaking seventh edition attracted more than 8,000 people across three days U16 Boys Cup winners Oman’s Al Seeb win a trip to a City Football Group club while U14 Girls Plate winners, Singapore’s Resistencia, earn a three-day coaching clinic from City Football Schools coaches following lucky draw.Abu Dhabi, January 14, 2026:...
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Dubai, UAE, 20 January 2026: For the first time, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library will participate in the 57th Cairo International Book Fair, under the slogan "Whoever stops reading for an hour... falls centuries behind". The participation reinforces the Library's strategy to promote cultural and knowledge empowerment both regionally ......Read Full Article
20 January 2026: National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) is pleased to announce the opening of its new NBF Ras Al Khaimah Branch, marking an important step in the Bank's continued expansion across the Northern Emirates. Located in the Golf Apartment Building in Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah, the branch is now open and fully operational.
The ......Read Full Article
Celebrating the Arrival of Stranger Things Season 5 with Exclusive Limited-Edition Timepieces
Casio Middle East and Africa is thrilled to announce the availability of a brand-new limited-edition collaboration with the globally acclaimed Netflix series “Stranger Things.” This marks the second special partnership between CASIO and the ......Read Full Article
January 14, 2025 – SHEGLAM proudly unveils its latest lip essential: Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm, a modern hybrid designed to meet the everyday beauty needs of the GCC consumer.
Created for effortless wear and all-day comfort, Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm combines the nourishment of a lip balm with the glossy payoff of a lip oil. The ......Read Full Article
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 January 2026: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has signed an MoU with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to support the launch and implementation of the first academic Real Estate Diploma in Dubai.
The MoU was signed on Monday January 19th at Emirates Towers in Dubai by Mr. Farhad Azizi, ......Read Full Article
Dedicated website for guidance, payments, and appointment scheduling
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Lifestyle
January 14, 2025 – SHEGLAM proudly unveils its latest lip essential: Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm, a modern hybrid designed to meet the everyday beauty needs of the GCC consumer.
Created for effortless wear and all-day comfort, Silk Slip Lip Oil Balm combines the nourishment of a lip balm with the glossy payoff of a lip oil. The formula melts seamlessly onto the lips, delivering a juicy hint of color, a silky-smooth finish, and lasting hydration, without any sticky feel.
Perfectly suited for the GCC’s warm climate and on-the-go lifestyle, ......Read Full Article
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19th January 2026: The global fragrance house Fragrance World marked a historic milestone as it celebrated its presence in more than 150 countries with a grand opening ceremony at Expo City Dubai.
The journey of Fragrance World traces back to 1988, when its Founder and Chairman, Poland Moosa, established his first company, Al Ghuroob, in Dubai. What began as a small entrepreneurial venture later evolved into a powerful foundation for a global fragrance empire. Building on the success and business vision of Al Ghuroob, ......Read Full Article
At Benefit Cosmetics, pores are our thing. From primers to skincare, we've built our expertise around one mission: making pores look their absolute best. Introducing The POREfessional Degunker, the latest launch to join our iconic Pore Care Family, designed to remove impurities, target blackheads, and visibly clear pores for instantly satisfying results you can see.
This innovative two-step blackhead & pore cleansing system combines an alkaline pH formula with a built-in extracting tool to help loosen dead skin and lift away ......Read Full Article
At Benefit Cosmetics, pores are our thing. From primers to skincare, we've built our expertise around one mission: making pores look their absolute best. Introducing The POREfessional Degunker, the latest launch to join our iconic Pore Care Family, designed to remove impurities, target blackheads, and visibly clear pores for instantly satisfying results you can see.
This innovative two-step blackhead & pore cleansing system combines an alkaline pH formula with a built-in extracting tool to help loosen dead skin and lift away ......Read Full Article
Glitz and glam is more than a look—it's a holiday state of mind. It's radiant skin that looks flawless under festive lights, eyes that shimmer with every movement, and a bold lip that instantly elevates your confidence. This season is all about embracing high-impact beauty with feel-good formulas that last as long as the celebrations do.
A Flawless Canvas for the Spotlight
Glitz and glam start with skin that looks smooth, perfected, and ready for its close-up. Use our POREfessional Foundation, it instantly blurs the look of ......Read Full Article
Fashion, Lifestyle & Luxury
Celebrating the Arrival of Stranger Things Season 5 with Exclusive Limited-Edition Timepieces
Casio Middle East and Africa is thrilled to announce the availability of a brand-new limited-edition collaboration with the globally acclaimed Netflix series “Stranger Things.” This marks the second special partnership between CASIO and the hit supernatural mystery franchise, arriving just in time to celebrate the release of Season 5, the final chapter of the series.
The collection features two uniquely designed models — DW-5600STT-1 and ......Read Full Article
Photocaption: Malabar Gold & Diamonds has launched its 9th and flagship showroom in Malaysia at Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. The new standalone showroom, situated in one of the city's most prestigious neighborhoods, was inaugurated on 17th January 2026 by Yang Mulia Tengku Dato' Dr. Hishammuddin Zaizi bin Y.A.M. Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj, a member of the Selangor Royal Family together with Yang Berbahagia Datin Hezeita bte Mohd. Hafidz and Datuk Bahria, Deputy Secretary General, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), in ......Read Full Article
New Year. New hopes. New dreams. Yet what truly matters is staying true to yourself—true to who you really are. Pomellato embodies this belief. Rooted in its heritage and unwavering vision, the Maison pays tribute to what has always defined its essence: vibrant color, iconic chains, and jewelry designed to empower women. Light carves shadows. Darkness reveals brilliance. In this interplay of contrast, Pomellato unveils a new creative vision—one that pays tribute to the House’s original pursuit of artistic photography over commercial ......Read Full Article
Dubai Fashion Week to launch the global Autumn/Winter 2026/27 season, continuing to shape and redefine the international fashion calendar
Alberta Ferretti will open the week debuting its Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, marking the Italian luxury house’s first full-scale show in the Middle East
Dubai, UAE, 19 January 2026: Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) returns to its home Dubai Design District (d3) next month, from 1-6 February 2026, with an exciting and expanded Autumn/Winter (AW) 2026/27 edition that pushes the boundaries of fashion’s ......Read Full Article
17 Gold Winners Announced Across DSF as the 2025 Campaign Wraps on a High Note
Dubai (January 2026): Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG) has successfully concluded its Dubai Shopping Festival 2025-26 campaign, marking the end of a highly engaging retail campaign that ran from 5 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, reinforcing Dubai’s reputation as the iconic City of Gold.
Launched as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival, the promotion invited shoppers across Dubai, as well as visitors to the city, to participate by purchasing jewellery worth Dh 1,500 or more ......Read Full Article
Automobile & Motoring
19 January 2026
The most highly-curated Batur Convertible so far has been completed by Bentley's bespoke division, Mulliner. The art of creating a coachbuilt Bentley has become a repeat experience for the car's new owner, with Batur Convertible #4 joining an extensive car collection which includes a Blower Continuation Series, a Speed Six Continuation Series, and the first of the modern era coachbuilt Bentleys, a Bacalar.
The client – Sonia Breslow – carefully specifies every last detail of her commissions, with an emphasis of beautiful ......Read Full Article
Third exclusive model in the Jeep® Wrangler Twelve 4 Twelve celebration honors 85 years of off-road leadership, authenticity and purpose-built design
Third of 12 special-edition Jeep Wrangler models debuts as part of the brand’s yearlong Twelve 4 Twelve series
Delivers a modern take on Jeep Americana, inside and out, with heritage-inspired design details paired with trail-ready durability
Additional 85th Anniversary editions to be revealed throughout the year across additional Jeep brand vehicle nameplates
January 15, 2026, Dubai, ......Read Full Article
Thierry Sabbagh’s remit expands with the addition of Nissan India, while he continues to lead Middle East, KSA and CIS for Nissan and INFINITI
Marketing & Sales function reorganized to bring decision-making closer to customers and drive agility
Product Planning and Marketing functions combined at regional level to streamline concept-to-launch processes
Dubai, UAE (12 January 2026): Nissan has announced a series of senior management changes in its Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region, designed to strengthen ......Read Full Article
Package includes three years of free service and a five-year warranty
Dubai, UAE, 12 January 2026: Arabian Automobiles Company, the flagship automotive company of AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Renault in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, is kicking off the new year with a fresh offer on the Renault Koleos, making it easier to step into 2026 with a spacious SUV built for everyday use.
Payments start at AED 1,555 per month, and the deal includes three years of free service and a five-year warranty, providing additional coverage with ......Read Full Article
Friday 9 January 2026, Goodwood, West Sussex
Rolls-Royce clients’ passions and interests reflected in Bespoke trends of 2025
Themes extend from personal legacy and cultural symbolism to contemporary collectables
Reflects the success of Rolls-Royce Private Offices around the world: commissions from these creative hubs more than doubled year-on-year in 2025
New materials and innovations in 2025: Three-dimensional ink layering, marquetry and embroidery, 24-carat gold leafing, polished concrete and hand-painted Starlight Headliner
Most complex ......Read Full Article
Information Technology
Why Sweeps Casinos Feel Like Video Games
A Familiar Feeling for First-Time Players
Sweeps casinos borrow design cues from mobile games: bright menus, quick taps, and a steady sense of progress. The goal is to help a beginner feel oriented in minutes, not hours.
Many platforms emphasize simple choices, clear icons, and short sessions that fit into a commute. Familiar patterns help when the rules are still new.
Quick Picture: It often feels less like learning a new hobby and more like picking up a new app.
Progress Bars, Not Payout ......Read Full Article
Vòya, a groundbreaking education technology platform, today announced its launch as the first unified digital ecosystem designed to integrate academics, career development, finances, productivity, and community into a single intelligent interface. Built for the modern learner, Vòya marks a significant advancement in how students interact with information, resources, and opportunities throughout their academic journey. According to Dhrushi, Founder of Vòya,“Students don’t struggle because they lack ability — they struggle because ......Read Full Article
Dubai, December 17, 2025: Zoho Corporation, a leading global technology company, today announced the launch of Zoho Billing Enterprise Edition, an advanced billing solution for large enterprises, and Zoho Spend, an industry-first spend management solution that includes payroll. The two new solutions help finance teams in the UAE and wider region monetise with modern revenue strategies, improve spend controls, streamline procurement, and gain end-to-end financial visibility. These new offerings are designed to support the UAE’s rapidly growing digital ......Read Full Article
Food Industry
Some moments are meant to be savored; the quiet morning you share, the laughter that spills over a mid-afternoon coffee, the gentle pause in a busy day that reminds you why connection matters. This Valentine's, Flava Coffee invites you to celebrate these moments with blends crafted to delight the senses and warm the heart.
Indulge in Brazil Mountain Mist, a smooth medium roast with rich, balanced notes that create a comforting, relaxed moment. Discover Kenya Jambo Bwana, a vibrant single origin bursting with lively fruitiness that ......Read Full Article
Enjoy a curated selection of Iftar experiences across Novotel Dubai Gold District, Mercure Dubai Gold District, Mercure Dubai Deira, ibis Styles Dubai Deira, and Aparthotel Adagio, each offering distinct flavors and welcoming settings for the holy month.
Dubai, UAE, January 2026: This holy season, Dubai Deira Waterfront Cluster of Hotels invite guests to come together for thoughtfully curated Iftar experiences, designed to honor the spirit of the holy month. As the sun sets and the fast is broken, each Iftar brings a warm setting, comforting flavors, and a ......Read Full Article
Enjoy a curated selection of Iftar experiences across Novotel Dubai Gold District, Mercure Dubai Gold District, Mercure Dubai Deira, ibis Styles Dubai Deira, and Aparthotel Adagio, each offering distinct flavors and welcoming settings for the holy month.
Dubai, UAE, January 2026: This holy season, Dubai Deira Waterfront Cluster of Hotels invite guests to come together for thoughtfully curated Iftar experiences, designed to honor the spirit of the holy month. As the sun sets and the fast is broken, each Iftar brings a warm setting, comforting ......Read Full Article
Real Estate & Construction
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 20 January 2026: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has signed an MoU with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) to support the launch and implementation of the first academic Real Estate Diploma in Dubai.
The MoU was signed on Monday January 19th at Emirates Towers in Dubai by Mr. Farhad Azizi, Group CEO of Azizi Group, and. Eng. Abdulla Ahmed Al Shehhi, CEO of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) at Dubai Land Department.
Under the terms of the agreement, Azizi Developments will play a key role in ......Read Full Article
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 January 2026: Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has concluded 2025 with a strong sales and construction performance, underpinned by sustained demand throughout its mixed-use developments. During the year, the developer achieved total unit sales valued at AED 16 billion, reinforcing its position as one of Dubai’s most active private developers. Building on this momentum, Azizi has set a sales target of AED 30 billion for 2026.
Last year, Azizi recorded extensive construction progress across its ......Read Full Article
Dubai, UAE – 06 January 2026: In a significant move for Dubai's residential landscape, Deyaar Development PJSC (Deyaar), a leading real estate developer and service provider, has officially broken ground on DWTN Residences, a flagship project designed to redefine urban living. The ceremony, attended by key executives and members of the leadership team, marks the beginning of a new era in luxury housing.
DWTN Residences will feature over 522 thoughtfully crafted units, offering a variety of living spaces that include one- to three-bedroom ......Read Full Article
Travel & Tourism
Dubai, UAE, 19 January 2026: As part of its ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines, Emirates will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila from 2 April.
On Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Emirates’ flight EK330 will depart Dubai at 12:45hrs, arriving in Manila at 1:25hrs the next day. Emirates’ return flight EK331 will depart from Manila at 3:25hrs, arriving in Dubai at 8:25hrs. All times are local.
Flights EK330/331 will be operated by Emirates’ Boeing ......Read Full Article
By Kamil Alawadhi, Regional Vice President, Africa and Middle East
A Bold Vision for Regional Integration
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has taken a landmark step: the creation of a Unified GCC Civil Aviation Authority. This initiative isn't just bureaucratic housekeeping—it's an effort that we all hope will build a stronger, safer, and more efficient air transport system for the GCC.
By harmonizing legislation and operations across six Member States—UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman—the GCC is laying the ......Read Full Article
Dubai, UAE, 15 January 2026 - Emirates has today announced a landmark partnership with the world’s No. 1 tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, who becomes the airline’s first tennis ambassador.
The milestone builds on Emirates’ longstanding commitment to tennis as the Official Airline of all four Grand Slams worldwide. To mark the occasion, Sabalenka unveiled an Emirates A380 aircraft adorned with a special tennis-inspired livery celebrating its sponsorship of the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and US ......Read Full Article
Business & Economy
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, January 7th, 2026 – RAKBANK announced today that it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to issue an AED-backed payment token i.e., stablecoin, subject to the completion of regulatory and operational requirements.
This marks an important step in RAKBANK’s digital assets journey and reflects the Bank’s commitment to developing regulated, secure and transparent financial solutions aligned with the UAE’s evolving digital economy ......Read Full Article
Strong Performance in Home Appliance and Vehicle Solutions Drives Second-Highest Third-Quarter Revenue in Company History
Dubai, November 3, 2025 — LG Electronics Inc. (LG) today announced consolidated revenue of KRW 21.87 trillion and operating profit of KRW 688.9 billion for the third quarter of 2025.
The Home Appliance Solution (HS) Company and Vehicle Solution (VS) Company delivered strong performances despite external challenges such as U.S. tariffs and a slowdown in the electric vehicle (EV) market. These results reflect ......Read Full Article
For the nine-month period ended 30 September 2025
NBF posted its best nine months net profit of AED 945.4 million, surging 45.3%
year-on-year underpinned by robust balance sheet growth of 11.7%
29 October 2025: NBF is pleased to announce its results today for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2025.
Overview of Results and Operational Performance for the nine-month period ended 30 September 2025
NBF recorded year-on-year growth of 45.4% to close the nine-month period at a net profit before tax of AED 1.04 billion compared to AED 715.0 ......Read Full Article
Education & Learning
Two-day programme aligns with the Colleges’ STEM pathways, and the UAE’s national focus on space and scientific advancement, engaging pupils from Pre-Prep to Sixth Form
Sessions explored spaceflight, life in orbit, and the importance of perseverance and never giving up on one’s dreams
United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, 4 December 2025: Brighton College Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Dubai recently welcomed Dr Don Thomas, former NASA astronaut and veteran of four Space Shuttle missions, for a two-day programme designed to ......Read Full Article
Violinist, Kabir Khan, began playing the violin at 18-months and is now recognised as the youngest competitor to achieve the award Youngest musician in the region to attempt Grade ABRSM 5
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 3 December 2025: Repton Al Barsha proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Year 1 pupil Kabir Khan, who has been awarded The Encore Award at the Young Musician of the UAE Competition 2025. At just five years old, Kabir was the youngest competitor in his category, performing alongside talented children aged 10 to ......Read Full Article
Prizes worth over AED 20,000, alongside health check vouchers, gym memberships, and travel rewards, were distributed.
Ras Al Khaimah, November 13, 2025: Indian nationals stole the spotlight at the RAK Diabetes Challenge 2025, clinching top honours in both the male and female physical categories and walking away with cash prizes worth AED 5,000 each. What began as a 12-week health challenge has evolved into a powerful movement of transformation, hope, and renewed commitment to well-being, proving once again that diabetes management is not ......Read Full Article
Local & Government News
Dubai, UAE, 20 January 2026: For the first time, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library will participate in the 57th Cairo International Book Fair, under the slogan "Whoever stops reading for an hour... falls centuries behind". The participation reinforces the Library's strategy to promote cultural and knowledge empowerment both regionally and internationally.
Through its pavilion, the Library will showcase its services, latest publications, and knowledge initiatives, reflecting its vision to empower knowledge, foster cultural exchange, and enhance ......Read Full Article
20 January 2026: National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) is pleased to announce the opening of its new NBF Ras Al Khaimah Branch, marking an important step in the Bank's continued expansion across the Northern Emirates. Located in the Golf Apartment Building in Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah, the branch is now open and fully operational.
The new branch reflects NBF's continued investment in the Northern Emirates and its commitment to providing easy access to everyday banking and specialised services. Strategically situated in Al Hamra's Al Jazeera ......Read Full Article
Dedicated website for guidance, payments, and appointment scheduling
In-person verification at Contract Verification Centres (CVCs) in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for accurate submission
Personalised optional services for real-time status updates and document delivery
VFS Global, the world’s leading provider of trusted technology and outsourcing services for governments and citizens, has partnered with DBP Data Centre Inc. (DCI), a government-owned corporation in the Philippines. This collaboration supports the verification of employment contracts ......Read Full Article
Events & Entertainment
Danish teenager claims dramatic play-off victory at Emirates Golf Club
Second year with WAGR status sees international field compete across Faldo and Majlis courses
Dubai, UAE – January 18 : Christian Hansen of Denmark produced one of the great comebacks to win the Junior Dubai Desert Classic, holing an eagle putt on the 54th hole to force a play-off before repeating the feat on the return trip down the 18th to defeat Sweden's Victor Larsson and claim the title with a three-round total of three-under par (213).
The 54-hole ......Read Full Article
The world takes a seat at Dubai’s table as homegrown and globally acclaimed chefs redefine Dubai’s culinary identity as the new global capital of gastronomy
DUBAI – January 16 2026: Dubai’s rise as one of the world’s most influential gastronomic capital will be on full display at Dubai World Cuisine, the flagship culinary platform hosted within Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 26 – 30 January 2026 by Gulfood. Uniting over 70 chefs shaping Dubai’s culinary identity, from more than 30 nationalities, the programme ......Read Full Article
Notpla, seaweed-based packaging innovator to implement sustainable solution at 2027 tournament
Local 12-year-old female golf fan creates GreenFair+AI, AI waste management platform with father
Dubai, UAE: The Green Incubator Challenge, a sustainability initiative of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, has achieved its mission of inviting innovators worldwide to submit bold sustainable solutions for event. With six finalists competing, the winning entry was from Notpla, a pioneering company behind seaweed-based packaging that naturally ......Read Full Article
Healthcare & Fitness
Wegovy® pill showed a mean weight loss of 16.6% in the OASIS 4 trial
Wegovy® pill is indicated to reduce excess body weight and maintain weight reduction long-term and to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events*
Novo Nordisk expects to launch Wegovy® pill in the US in early January 2026
Dubai, 24 December 2025- Novo Nordisk today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Wegovy® pill (once-daily oral semaglutide 25 mg) to reduce excess body weight and maintain weight reduction long term ......Read Full Article
The global biotechnology market is projected to reach over $4 trillion by 2035; the GCC market is expected to reach $2.6 billion by 2028, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia leading the growth in the region
Biotechnology and life sciences serve as a strategic bridge, connecting cutting-edge research with real-world healthcare transformation
World Health Expo (WHX) in Dubai, formerly Arab Health, will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre from 9-12 February 2026, welcoming more than 235,000 professional visits and 4,300 exhibitors at the largest healthcare ......Read Full Article
Transforming Pain Care: RAK Hospital Offers Minimally Invasive Alternatives to Surgery with 90% Long-Term Relief
Prolonged Painkiller Use May Harm Kidneys, Warns RAK Hospital Expert
One in five UAE adults suffer from chronic pain; sedentary jobs, increasing obesity rates, lack of core-strengthening activity, and heavy lifting without proper technique are major contributors
29 October 2025; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE— Smoking has long been linked to lung disease, cancer, and heart problems but a lesser-known impact is now stepping into the medical ......Read Full Article
Charity, Humanity & Others
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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