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    Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone Marks One-Year Milestone with Over 6,500 Businesses Established

    December 2025 The Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ) has announced the successful completion of its first year of operations,…
    Business

    The Agentic Citizen: How Saudi Arabia’s Public Sector Is Reshaping the Future of Work, Society, and Human Capability

    What happens when everyday life runs with you, not through you? By Ibrahim Alseghayr Regional Vice President, Saudi Arabia, Salesforce…
    Business

    Middle East Coffee Consumption Accelerates, Driving Demand Ahead of World of Coffee Dubai 2026

    Gulf and North African markets among the fastest-growing globally Significant expansion in cafés and record growth in consumption December 2025…
    Business

    CEO Academy – a SHRM Company Concludes Landmark First Dubai Edition Bringing Together Global CEOs for High-Trust Leadership Dialogue

    The internationally acclaimed CEO Academy, hosted for the first time in Dubai under the SHRM MENA umbrella, concluded this week…
    Business

    Fakhruddin Properties and Holcim UAE sign strategic MoU to accelerate sustainable construction in line with COP30 global goals

    Partnership signals major regional milestone: Holcim’s first-ever MoU with a Middle East–headquartered developer 16 December 2025 Fakhruddin Properties, one of…
    Business

    Under the patronage of the Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region and in the gracious presence of the Governor of Jeddah, Souq7 is inaugurated in the Kingdom as the largest open-air retail and entertainment destination

    All seven specialized zones are now operational across 720,000 square meters, merging traditional Saudi market heritage with contemporary retail innovation…
    Business

    Salesforce Brings Arabic-First Agentforce to Saudi Arabia

    Arabic-native AI will help local businesses accelerate their digital transformation while contributing to the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 digital agenda.…
    Business

    FIFAe Finals 25 Opens Visa Presale to Welcome Fans to a New Era of Esports Entertainment

    The world’s best football esports nations to compete for glory at the SEF Arena, Riyadh from 10 to 19 December…
    Business

    Business Culture Awards MENA Welcomes MCA Gulf as Strategic Partner for 2026 Edition,

    Highlighting Its Leadership in Culture-Driven Business Transformation November 2025 The Business Culture Awards MENA, a global platform dedicated to recognising…
    Business

    dmg events partners with Deutsche Messe AG to develop first-of-its-kind global energy platform launching in Germany in 2027

    21 November 2025 dmg events and Deutsche Messe AG (DMAG), two of the world’s most established international events organisers, have…

    Events

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    Entertainment

      Entertainment

      Dubai Opera Brings Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker to the UAE This Festive Season

      Dubai Opera will welcome one of the world’s most beloved ballet masterpieces this festive season, as The Nutcracker arrives from…
      Entertainment

      The LEGO Group transforms Dubai into the ultimate playground for boundless imagination and limitless play

      A City Built for Play Between 12th – 30th September, residents and visitors across Dubai are invited to experience play…
      Entertainment

      Things to Do Over a Week in the UAE

      Looking for the perfect way to spend the week ahead? From book lovers to cricket enthusiasts, the UAE has something…
      Entertainment

      Things to Do Over the Week in the UAE

      Looking for the perfect way to spend the week ahead? From book lovers to cricket enthusiasts, the UAE has something…
      Entertainment

      DUBAI OPERA UNVEILS THE 2025-2026 SEASON REINFORCING THE CITY’S ROLE AS A GLOBAL CULTURAL CAPITAL

      Dubai Opera Unveils its 9th season Dubai Opera is set to welcome over 50 international productions to the stage, with…
      Entertainment

      Six Ways to Go Wild This Summer with Six Senses

      Reconnect with nature and each other – no screens required 23 June 2025: This summer, Six Senses invites families to…

      Technology

        Technology

        Hisense Brings the Spanish Super Cup Closer to Saudi Fans Through Immersive Fan Experiences and Exclusive Retail Promotions Hisense Fan Zone at The Village Mall took center stage, alongside retail promotions at Extra and HBS

        Riyadh, KSA – January 11, 2026: As the Spanish Super Cup returned to Saudi Arabia, excitement swept football fans across…
        Technology

        Koora Break Launches Beta Bilingual Live Score App and Activates Globe Soccer Fan Voting Partnership

        Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 14 December 2025: Koora Break, Saudi Arabia’s leading digital football media platform with global football legend…
        Technology

        SentinelOne Reveals Vision for Securing the AI-Powered World at OneCon 2025

        New Solutions for Securing AI, AI-Ready Data Pipeline, and Expanded Purple AI Agentic Capabilities Highlight Innovation Showcase November 18, 2025…
        Technology

        Seagate Launches Next-Generation Edge Enterprise Storage, Engineered for Tomorrow’s Data Challenges

        Petabyte-Scale Storage Systems Empower Enterprises to Consolidate Data, Boost Efficiency, and Meet Evolving Infrastructure Demands November 13, 2025 Seagate Technology…
        Technology

        Choithrams Group chooses HPE Networking to Transform Retail Connectivity Across the UAE

        With the ambition to create an enhanced digital experience for customers and employees alike, Choithrams Group, one of the UAE’s…
        Technology

        SLB Unveils Groundbreaking New Agentic AI Technology for the Energy Industry

        November 04, 2025 Global energy technology company SLB (NYSE: SLB) today announced the launch of Tela™, an agentic AI assistant…
        Technology

          Salesforce Expands Presence in Saudi Arabia with First Innovation Day, Accelerating Vision 2030 through Trusted AI and Agentic Enterprise

        Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — 13 November 2025 —  Salesforce hosted its first-ever Innovation Day in Saudi Arabia, bringing together senior…
        Technology

        Tetra Pak Arabia area launches portfolio of advanced automation & digital solutions at gulfood manufacturing 2025

        Connecting innovative technological solutions with deep food and beverage expertise to transform food and beverage manufacturing in the Middle East…
        Technology

        HPE to build two systems for Oak Ridge National Laboratory

         Next-generation exascale supercomputer “Discovery” and AI cluster “Lux” Introducing HPE Cray Supercomputing GX5000 featuring the HPE Cray Supercomputing Storage Systems…
        Technology

        NVIDIA DGX Spark Arrives for World’s AI Developers

        October 27, 2025 NVIDIA will start shipping NVIDIA DGX Spark™, the world’s smallest AI supercomputer. AI workloads are quickly outgrowing…

        Cars

        Blogs

          “Rania Barghout Partners with Makeda Solutions for New Leadership Series “Between the Lines

          The celebrated journalist joins forces with the GCC’s premier women-first accelerator to spotlight high-profile corporate leaders and emerging female founders…

          The GCC Rail Renaissance – Building a Connected, Sustainable Future

          The Gulf region is undergoing a transformative rail boom, with major infrastructure projects gaining momentum. By David Franks – Managing…

          Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel: The New Standard in Service and Satisfaction

          Choosing the right hotel can make all the difference when it comes to maximizing your vacation experience. If you’re planning…

          Mariam Othman’s Inspiring Journey

          Celebrating Professional Excellence on the 30th Anniversary Special  Liza Ayach Journalistic Translator @ The National News | Editorial, Creative Writing…

          Fashion

            Lorena: A Rising Star Redefining the Next Generation of Modeling

            From Beirut roots to Dubai’s global runways, a young talent steps confidently into the spotlight At an age when most…

            Apparel Group’s F5 Expands into Saudi Arabia with the Opening of its Second Store at Panorama Mall

            Riyadh, KSA, November 2025: Apparel Group’s homegrown sustainable streetwear brand F5 has officially opened its second retail store at Panorama…

            Apparel Group brand Dune London officially opens new store in Nakheel Mall, Riyadh

            Dune London is pleased to announce the opening of its new concept store inside Al Nakheel Mall, Riyadh, KSA. The…

            R&B Opens 165th Store in Nakheel Mall, Riyadh

            We continue with our rapid expansion across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with three exciting back-to-back store openings recently, shoppers…

            South Korean Star SUNMI Meets Fans and Launches Exclusive K-pop-inspired Collection in Saudi Arabia Find visual assets here

            Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 12 September, 2025 – Global online fashion and lifestyle retailer SHEIN yesterday hosted a highly anticipated…

            Apparel Group Expands Prestige Portfolio with Clarins, Targeting Rapid Growth in the GCC Beauty Market.

            – Apparel Group, a leading powerhouse in fashion and lifestyle retail, has announced a strategic partnership with Clarins, the globally…

            أزاد العقارية ومجموعة أباريل تتعاونان لتقديم مفاهيم تجزئة إقليمية وعالمية رائدة في سوق7

            وقّعت أزاد العقارية اتفاقية تأجير استراتيجية مع مجموعة أباريل، إحدى أبرز مجموعات التجزئة في المنطقة، لضم مجموعة مختارة من العلامات…

            Apparel Group’s Dune London Shines a Spotlight on Raffia and Bamboo for the Ultimate Summer Statement

            This season, Dune London unveils a refined collection that blends natural textures, golden accents, and effortless elegance. With raffia and…

            Lifestyle

            Travel & Tourism

              Travel & Tourism 

              The 2025 Meet Global MICE Congress Draws Twice as Many Participants

              The 2025 Meet Global MICE Congress confirmed Moscow’s status as a world-renowned center of excellence in business tourism, bringing together…
              Travel & Tourism 

              New Year, New Calm with Milaidhoo Maldives’ Signature Detox Journey

              17 December 2025 Begin the year grounded and in tune with what truly matters at Milaidhoo Maldives, where barefoot informality…
              Travel & Tourism 

              A Bavarian Escape this winter at Bruno’s Biergarten with new Bite & Brew offers

              As the winter weather sets in, plan the perfect Bavarian escape with your loved ones at the newly opened Bruno’s…
              Travel & Tourism 

              Atlys Offers UAE Travellers a seamless US Tourist Visa Application Experience

              For UAE residents, applying for a US tourist visa has become an increasingly frustrating part of travel. Appointment slots are…
              Travel & Tourism 

              Air Charter Service Officially Launches Operations in Saudi Arabia

              Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 10 September 2025: Air Charter Service (ACS), a leading global aircraft charter specialist, has officially launched…
              Travel & Tourism 

              Hotel Indigo Jabal Akhdar – The Perfect Summer Escape Close to Home

              28 July 2025 For those spending summer in the GCC, a refreshing break is closer than you think.  Perched 2,000…
              Travel & Tourism 

              The Region of Villages:  Top 3 Summer Experiences to Enjoy Aseer’s Cool Weather

              Nestled in the southwestern mountains of Saudi Arabia, the Aseer region offers a refreshing contrast to the country’s typically arid…
              Travel & Tourism 

              Loyyal Launches Global Partner Network Across USA & UK for Air India’s Maharaja Club Loyalty Members Unlocking Everyday Everywhere Reward

              New Partnerships Across USA and UK Bring Everyday Rewards to Over 10 million Maharaja Club Members, powered with Loyyal’s ecosystem…

              Exhibitions & Conferences

                Keolis MHI Highlighted the Role of Partnerships at the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF)

                The Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) officially concluded. Organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) under the theme…

                Countdown Begins for the Region’s Largest Coffee Industry Event More than 2,100 Exhibiting Companies and Brands to Take Part in World of Coffee Dubai 2026

                Strong participation from leading coffee producers and experts representing 78 countries A global platform for trade, innovation, and specialty coffee…

                Saudi Arabia maintains strong presence at Ambiente 2026 – reliable industry representation at the global trade hub

                Frankfurt, Germany – Saudi Arabia will once again be represented by three established exhibitors at Ambiente 2026, reflecting the Kingdom’s…

                World of Coffee Dubai 2026 to Present Its Most Diverse Global Origin Line-Up

                Featuring New Producers and Expanded International Participation December 2025 World of Coffee Dubai 2026 is set to present its most…

                Global CEO Academy Arrives in Dubai for the First Time

                Positioning the UAE as a Powerhouse for Executive Leadership SHRM is proud to announce that the internationally acclaimed CEO Academy…

                World of Coffee Dubai 2026 to Host Three Live Coffee Auctions at the Dubai Coffee Auction by DMCC

                Strengthening Dubai’s Position as a Global Coffee Hub Connecting Origin Markets with International Buyers November 2025: World of Coffee Dubai…

                Intertex Saudi Arabia and Lifestyle Saudi Arabia 2025 Kick Off in Riyadh

                Riyadh today witnessed the opening of Intertex Saudi Arabia 2025, the leading exhibition for fashion and textiles, and Lifestyle Saudi…

                Hisense and Sakani by NHC Sign Strategic MOU at Cityscape Global 2025 To Advance Saudi Arabia’s Future Residential Communities

                Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – November 21, 2025: Hisense, the global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, has signed a…

                Perfumes & Jewelry

                Health & Beauty

                  Introducing Nizar Yoga: A Gentle Method Blending Yoga, Laughter, and Energy Practices for Stress and Trauma Release

                  A new wellness approach, Nizar Yoga, is emerging as a gentle and accessible method designed to support stress and trauma release,…

                  Healthy Minds Club UAE Partners with the Soza Data Analysis Services to Pioneer Data-Driven Wellbeing in the UAE

                  December 2025 Healthy Minds Club UAE (HMC), a leading platform dedicated to advancing corporate and Community Wellbeing has announced a…

                  Al Waleed Bin Khuthailah Joins Smile Train’s Global Philanthropic Advisory Board

                  [Riyadh] — Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft-focused organization, is pleased to announce the appointment of Al Waleed Bin Khuthailah…

                  برجيل القابضة تكشف عن مستقبل الرعاية الصحية الذكية في ملتقى الصحة العالمي 2025

                  كرّم معالي وزير الصحة السعودي، الدكتور فهد عبد الرحمن الجلاجل، الدكتور شمشير فاياليل، لمبادراته الرامية إلى تعزيز التحول في الرعاية…

                  Dexcom Signs Series of MOUs with the Saudi Ministry of Health at the Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh

                  Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia —  2025: Dexcom has concluded its participation at the Global Health Exhibition 2025, held 27–30…

                  Epic Semi unveils KSA-rooted silicon portfolio to power AI from cloud to edge at Riyadh launch

                  “KSA’s 1st Chip Powerhouse – Unleashing AI from Cloud to Edge.” Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 30 October 2025: Epic Semi…

                  ATS Accelerates Digital Transformation in Healthcare with Strategic Partnerships in Saudi Arabia

                  Riyadh, October 30, 2025 – Adaptive TechSoft (ats), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading providers of digital healthcare and education solutions,…

                  Grupo Elfa and NUPCO sign agreement to support Saudi healthcare ecosystem with high-quality medical innovation and AI expertise

                  Grupo Elfa and NUPCO sign agreement to support Saudi healthcare ecosystem with high-quality medical innovation and AI expertise Collaboration will…

                  Egypt National Jiu-Jitsu Championship Opens New Horizons for the Future of the Sport in the Region

                  The second edition of the Egypt National Jiu-Jitsu Championship, organized exclusively by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) and sponsored…

                  Bare Your Confidence – An Interview with Gabrielle Singh, Founder & CEO of GC Skin Boutique and iyvos Skincare

                  Few beauty‑industry founders bridge science, psychology, and entrepreneurship as seamlessly as Gabrielle Singh. After studying psychology with a focus on disadvantaged…
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