This latest Series B round follows two earlier funding rounds: a $5 million seed extension in September 2024 and a USD 35 million Series A in December 2024, both led by Sequoia Ca …
5 of the best restaurants in Dubai this week: June 16 to 19
No time to cook? Here’s your week sorted We know the feeling – nothing in the fridge, but everything good is out there. So, if you like your calendar built around what’s for lunch and dinner, we’re …
23 fabulous weekend brunches in Dubai for 2025
To make the most of the Dubai weather – and the city’s fabulous array of global restaurants – brunches in Dubai are a perfect way to spend the afternoon. From sun-soaked days at the city’s hottest …
LEGOLAND Dubai Resort and Dubai Customs surprise families at Terminal 3, Dubai Airport
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – In celebration of Eid Al Adha, LEGOLAND® Dubai Resort partnered with Dubai Customs and Dubai Airport to surprise arriving families with a joyful and unexpected welcome at …
Arlette Richter-Picardo appointed General Manager at Hotel Local, Jumeirah Village Triangle
Dubai, UAE – Hotel Local, Dubai’s newest community-driven lifestyle hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of Arlette Richter-Picardo as General Manager of the brand’s flagship property in …
What is Zamzam water: Why shops in Sharjah and Ajman are now banned from selling it
Ajman and Sharjah municipalities have banned the sale of Zamzam water in commercial establishments due to concerns about counterfeit products. This action follows the discovery of a fake Zamzam …
Abu Dhabi private schools must display performance ratings on plaque at entrance
All private schools in Abu Dhabi must have a plaque showing performance ratings displayed prominently at their entrances. The move, announced on Monday afternoon by the Abu Dhabi Department of …
Thousands of Russian tourists stranded in UAE due to regional tensions
By bnm Gulf bureau More than 10,000 Russian tourists and business travellers have been affected by flight cancellations and delays in the UAE due to the Israel-Iran conflict, with 2,000 currently …
Brand apathy on the rise among UAE consumers, especially Gen Z, study shows
Almost two-thirds (65 per cent) of UAE’s consumers and 61 per cent of the UAE’s Gen Z population don’t pay attention to the brands they’re buying — as long as the product meets their needs, a study …
Islamic New Year 2025: UAE declares June 27 a private sector holiday
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced on Monday that the private sector would observe the day off …
UAE flights cancelled amid Middle East airspace shutdown
Airlines are scrambling to reroute as escalating disruptions shut down skies over Israel, Iran, Iraq, and Jordan—causing widespread cancellations and delays . UAE flights cancelled amid Middle East …
Living in Dubai? New report reveals how far property prices will rise in 2025
Dubai property prices increased 8 per cent in the first five months of this year, said Haider Tuaima, managing director and head of real estate research at ValuStrat. However, prices will see a …
DAMAC Properties Officially Launches DAMAC Chelsea Residences, Introducing a New Era of Urban Luxury in Central Dubai
Set in a prime location with seamless access to Dubai’s financial, commercial, and leisure districts, DAMAC Chelsea Residences is poised to become a new landmark for contemporary living. This launch …
Binghatti launches $1bn Shariah-compliant asset management arm in Dubai
As part of its real estate investment plan, Binghatti Capital will target off-plan residential properties, alongside the acquisition, development, and sale of residential projects. Binghatti launches …
Jumeirah Bay Island leads surge in Dubai luxury property values
Jumeirah Bay Island has recorded a standout 24 per cent year-on-year price growth, leading a wider trend across sought-after coastal communities like Palm Jumeirah, Bluewaters Island, and JBR, data …
Dubai real estate: 25 Degrees secures $100mn Palm Jumeirah land deal for villa development
Dubai-based property developer 25 Degrees has completed a $100 million land acquisition on Palm Jumeirah, securing a 90,000 square foot plot at the tip of a frond. The undeveloped plot represents a …
Dubai Chamber of Commerce supports expansion of IT firm AfroVision Technologies into Ghana
Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has supported the expansion of AfroVision Technologies, a Dubai-based information technology …