An eight-time champion, Federer cheered on Wawrinka, who is set to retire at the end of 2026, as he dispatched Benjamin Hassan in the first round.
Five new mosques with a combined space for over 2,200 worshippers opened in Sharjah
The Department of Islamic Affairs in Sharjah has announced the inauguration of five new mosques, three located in the city of Sharjah and two in the …
UAE Central Bank issues guidance for responsible use of AI in finance
ABU DHABI, 23rd February, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has issued a guidance note on the consumer protection and responsible adoption and use of artificial …
8 traditional iftars in Dubai to try during Ramadan
If you want to try an authentic dining experience, here are some of the best traditional Emirati iftars in Dubai to book now …
Top 9 Ramadan tents to visit in Dubai this year
Another beachside tent along the shores of Jumeirah, the Four Seasons Resort Dubai Ramadan venue has been inspired by the majlis’ of times gone by, when philosophers, poets and travellers met to share …
20,000 steps inside Dubai Mall, and I still couldn’t cover all of it
A visit to Dubai is incomplete without spending at least half a day at Dubai Mall, the city’s mammoth luxury shopping destination that brings the richest of the rich to swipe their cards. From Hermes …
Eid Al-Fitr holiday for Sharjah government from Thursday to Sunday
The Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR) has announced that the Eid Al-Fitr holiday for departments, authorities, and institutions of the Sharjah Government will be observed from Thursday, …
Empower to build fifth district cooling plant in Dubai’s Business Bay
Business Bay cooling capacity expands. The new plant represents an extension of Empower’s Business Bay district cooling project, which holds two Guinness World Records. The proj …
Dubai Chamber of Commerce hosts first quarterly roundtable meeting of Business Groups & Councils for 2026
DUBAI, 23rd February, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently hosted its first quarterly roundtable meeting of …
UAE Central Bank issues new guidelines on the use of AI in financial sector
Move aimed at protecting consumers and enhance responsible use of latest technology …
DEWA deepens US clean energy dialogue
DEWA said the discussions centred on strengthening collaboration in sustainable energy, advanced technologies and innovation, building on the utility’s strategy to diversify Dubai’s energy mix and …
DIFC’s Dubai FinTech Summit expands globally with Pakistan Digital Authority
First international expansion of Dubai FinTech Summit will be held in partnership with Pakistan Digital Authority on 18 and 19 August 2026 …
Dubai Chamber of Commerce hosts first quarterly roundtable meeting of Business Groups and Councils for 2026
Business Groups and Councils are vital for forging strategic partnerships that will define Dubai’s future success. We are dedicated to providing the resources and advocacy needed for businesses to …
From niche to necessary: Ultima Chain founder Alex Reinhardt is building his Dubai-based blockchain platform for real utility—rather than hype
Alex Reinhardt, the founder of the Dubai-based blockchain platform Ultima Chain, has long been drawn to the real-world potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. With a background in …
F1 live | Abu Dhabi 2021 safety car listed as Formula E chief fires warning to F1
Welcome to GPblog’s daily liveblog. Follow the best news throughout the day here! The Aston Martin Vantage Safety Car used during the dramatic closing stages of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been …
IndusInd Bank to open third UAE office, eyes DIFC expansion
IndusInd Bank Limited is gearing up to broaden its footprint in the UAE, aiming to bring the expertise of India’s fifth-largest private sector bank closer to more than four million non-resident …
UAE developer Omniyat mandates dollar benchmark 5-year sukuk
Dubai real estate developer Omniyat Holdings, rated BB- by S&P and BB- by Fitch (both with a stable outlook), has mandated a dollar-denominated five-year Regulation S benchmark sukuk.