Sharjah FDI surged 361% in H1 2025, driving 57% more projects and 45% job growth, reinforcing its role as a safe investment hub. SHARJAH: Sharjah has announced record-breaking economic growth in the first half of 2025, with foreign direct investment (FDI) soaring by 361% to reach $1.5 billion compared to $325 million in H1 2024. […]
The UAE Lottery has introduced Color Prediction, a licensed digital game offering instant wins every minute and secure gameplay. ABU DHABI: The UAE Lottery has unveiled Color Prediction, a new digital game designed to deliver excitement in just 60 seconds. With a draw taking place every minute, players have up to 60 chances to win […]
Toastmasters UAE will welcome 2025 World Champion of Public Speaking Sabyasachi Sengupta as keynote speaker at a leadership conclave in Dubai. DUBAI: The UAE Toastmasters community is preparing to host a unique leadership conclave this Sunday, 21 September, at The Aquila School in Dubailand, featuring Sabyasachi Sengupta, the newly crowned World Champion of Public Speaking […]
The 16th Ice Warrior Challenge at Ski Dubai saw over 500 athletes tackle sub-zero obstacles, with top honours going to Hallvard Borsheim, Michala Radomska, and Carrefour MOE team. DUBAI: The 16th edition of the Ice Warrior Challenge concluded yesterday at Ski Dubai, crowning champions from a field of 560 athletes representing 69 nationalities, including 194 […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) partners with Terra Tech to roll out battery-swapping stations across the city, promoting zero-emission electric bikes in the delivery sector. DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced a strategic partnership with MENA-based tech start-up Terra Tech Ltd to introduce battery-swapping stations across key delivery hubs […]
Scientists at NYU Abu Dhabi have built a new AI model that predicts harmful solar winds four days early with 45% better accuracy. The model could protect satellites and navigation systems from major space weather disruptions. ABU DHABI: A team of researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has developed a cutting-edge artificial intelligence model that […]
Dubai International Chamber reports a 138% rise in new companies in H1 2025, with the majority of MNCs and SMEs coming from Asia. DUBAI: Dubai has witnessed a major uptick in global business interest during the first half of 2025, with the Dubai International Chamber reporting a remarkable 138% year-on-year growth in the number of […]
Dubai Land Department has launched a programme to help first-time property buyers enter the market with lower costs, flexible mortgages, and developer incentives. DUBAI: The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has rolled out a major initiative targeting 18+ first-time homebuyers, offering incentives and support that could reshape the emirate’s property landscape for the next generation. The […]
Abu Dhabi has issued its first licence for autonomous delivery vehicles, kicking off a smart mobility pilot in Masdar City with plans for wider rollout. ABU DHABI: In a move that accelerates the future of smart logistics, Abu Dhabi has issued its first official licence plate for a self-driving delivery vehicle, launching a pilot programme […]
Dubai Municipality has launched the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab to pioneer people-centred urban renewal and position Dubai as a global design hub. DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has officially launched the Urban Think Tank & Design Lab (D.M-U.Lab), an innovative design platform aimed at setting new standards in urban planning and community-focused city renewal. The […]
Sharjah’s Tanweer Festival returns this November, featuring global artists and immersive cultural experiences in the Mleiha Desert under the theme “What you seek is seeking you.” SHARJAH: The Tanweer Festival is set to make a grand return to the Mleiha Desert from 21st to 23rd November 2025, offering a unique fusion of global art, music, […]
