Ukrainian model Maria Kovalchuk is in a coma following a violent incident at a Dubai party. The release of all suspects without charges has triggered international backlash and calls for justice.
UAE’s job boom: 56% of companies planning to hire
Energy and utilities continues to perform strongly, posting an over 62 per cent hiring outlook, 43 points above the global sector average …
Models warned about taking luxury gifts from men after sick Dubai ‘porta potty parties’
A model was warned about accepting lavish gifts from men in Dubai, amid renewed concerns about ‘porta potty parties’ following the case of Maria Kovalchuk.
Sharjah meet seeks inclusion for differently-abled
The emirate of Sharjah continues its preparation to host Inclusion International’s 18th World Congress “We are Inclusion,” which will be held under …
UAE hiring boom: 56% of companies planning to expand workforce
Energy and utilities continues to perform strongly, posting an over 62 per cent hiring outlook, 43 points above the global sector average …
UAE: Why thousands of illegal residents who ignored visa amnesty are now being deported
These overstayers now face detention, blacklisting, and consequences from mounting debts to being barred from returning to the UAE …
Mum of Dubai model left in coma after ‘porta potty party’ explains devastating reality after incident
The mother of Ukrainian model Maria Kovalchuk, who was left in a coma after being assaulted while attending a party in Dubai, has spoken about the incident.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai top Multipolitan’s tax-friendly cities index
Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s top ranking is attributed to its zero personal income tax, relatively low property transfer costs, and regulatory stability …
Abu Dhabi delivers ‘Climate Change Adaptation Plan for Environment Sector’
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) today launched the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Environment Sector (2025–2050), a comprehensive and science-based roadmap designed to …
Model reveals four chilling words she heard before being ‘thrown off roof’ after Dubai ‘porta potty party’
Maria Kovalchuk, a model who suffered horrific injuries in Dubai, said she heard four chilling words before she was ‘thrown off’ a roof …
Brand Lessons from Dubai: Evolving with Purpose and Power
This is a clear message to brands: if your creative is still playing it safe, or feels like a copy-paste job, you’re already behind.
‘Spine broken, limbs crushed, left in coma’: Ukrainian model alleges brutal assault by ‘rich Russian kids’ in Dubai
Maria is now recovering in Norway, where her mother lives, but remains wheelchair-bound and uncertain whether she will ever walk again.
Dubai Business Events drives continued growth with bid wins and strong global participation in H1 2025
Dubai ranks #1 with ICCA and Cvent, highlighting the city’s position as a premier destination for international business events DBE participated in six global sales missions and trade shows in H1 2025 …
Dubai sees 14% jump in Q2 2025 residential values
The cost of buying real estate in Dubai has significantly gone up on the back of strong investor interest and high influx of millionaires. Residential property values in the emirate went up by 14% …
Broken limbs, shattered spine: How a Ukrainian model was ‘assaulted’ by ‘rich Russians’ at Dubai party
A Ukrainian model has opened up on her harrowing experience in Dubai, where she claims she was brutally tortured by ‘rich Russian kids’ in a five-star hotel party. The 20-year-old Maria Kovalchuk said …
Abu Dhabi has once again been ranked as the safest city in the world
It’s official: Abu Dhabi has once again claimed the crown as the safest city in the world. In a world where safety is everything, the UAE’s capital is setting the gold standard, leaving other global …
UAE could see up to five IPOs before year-end, says Citi
Valuations are under scrutiny, especially in markets such as Saudi Arabia, according to Citi’s Managing Director and Head of MENA Equity Capital Markets …