Rory McIlroy took a double-bogey seven in a 1-over opening round of 73 to start the Dubai Desert Classic trailing eight shots behind clubhouse leader Francesco Molinari on Thursday.
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy supported the establishment and expansion of 1,690 digital startups during 2025
AI Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it successfully supported the establishment and expansion …
Sharjah Airport Welcomes Over 19.4 Million Passengers in 2025, Achieving 13.9% Growth
Expanded its route network to strengthen connectivity to more than 100 global destinations• Welcomed four new international airlines to its growing network• Introduced new …
Sharjah Taxi transports 9.31 million passengers in 2025
Sharjah: Sharjah Taxi announced that it transported more than 9.31 million passengers in 2025, achieving a growth of over 25% compared to 2024. This included 917,000 passengers wh …
Full throttle architecture: Mercedes-Benz plans 12 Dubai skyscrapers
Luxury automakers are getting serious about architecture. Following its Miami skyscraper and Dubai tower, Mercedes-Benz has now really put its foot on the gas to collaborate on building no less than …
Dubai supports 1,690 digital startups in 2025 as tech ecosystem accelerates
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, announced that it supported the establishment and expansion of 1,690 digital startups in …
Dubai Customs and Emirates SkyCargo usher in a new phase of logistics integration to strengthen supply chain resilience
Dubai Customs held a strategic meeting with Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of Emirates Airline—the world’s largest international carrier—to review int …
Abu Dhabi to host new World Economic Forum centre for frontier technologies
The initiative will support responsible development of quantum, robotics and space technologies through international collaboration …
Shakira announced as headliner for Abu Dhabi music festival Offlimits 2026
Shakira has been announced as the headline act for the second Offlimits music festival, returning to Abu Dhabi this year. The Colombian singer will bring her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour to …
Object 1 reveals AED 4.5bln multi-plot land deal on Abu Dhabi’s Al Reem Island
The transaction marks a defining next step following Object 1’s expansion into Abu Dhabi in late 2025, which included the launch of its first Sales Gallery in the capital and its long-term growth …
Sharjah Maritime Academy and Sharaf Group partner to build UAE maritime talent
The new MoU links academic training with industry-led cadetships, internships, and graduate employment pathways to support long-term workforce development. Sharjah Maritime Academy and Sharaf Group …
Skip the layover: SpiceJet launches direct Ahmedabad–Sharjah flights this February
SpiceJet announces non-stop flights between Ahmedabad and Sharjah starting February 5, 2026, catering to increased demand from business travelers and the Indian expatriate community. Flights will …
UAE tax compliance in 2026: All you need to know
Experts warn that deeper audits, stricter documentation requirements and the rollout of e-invoicing will reshape tax operating models …
UAE: Soiltech secures multi-year fluid treatment contract in Mideast
The contract involves the use of Soiltech’s field-proven Swarf Removal System (ST-SRS) to remove metal residues (swarf) from drilling fluids during offshore …
Fosi Audio Reveals New DAC And Headphone Amplifier At CanJam Dubai 2026
Fosi Audio has announced that it will be showing off new products at CanJam Dubai 2026 from January 24 – 26 and is part of the world-renowned CanJam shows.
Dubai earns Guinness World Record for largest virtual sign language class
Dubai has made history by hosting the largest virtual sign language class ever, earning a Guinness World Record with more than 6,000 participants. The achievement underscores the city’s push for …
Dubai teacher killed in tragic road accident, school community mourns
The community of Durham School Dubai mourns the tragic passing of Year 4 teacher Sebastian Charles, who died in a road accident, impacting students and staff alike. Principal Kieran McLaughlin …