Sustainable City in Dubai joins 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 as Platinum Partner

The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s first and largest event dedicated to the content creation industry, has announced that The Sustainable City in Dubai, the first fully integrated, sustainable community in the Middle East offering a healthy, low-carbon lifestyle powered by clean energy generated from solar panels, and one of the flagship projects of […]

The foods that make you smell more attractive

Garlic, meat and even fasting can affect our body odour – and alter how appealing our scent is to others. Each one of us has a unique scent profile, like a fingerprint. Everything from our personality type – such as extroversion, dominance and neuroticism – to our mood and health affects the way we smell. […]

The world’s best hotel for 2025 is a waterfront skyscraper

It’s only been open for six years, but Rosewood Hong Kong has quickly become a distinguished feature of Hong Kong’s iconic skyline, as well as a force to be reckoned with in the luxury hotel scene. And after landing in the top three of the World’s 50 Best Hotels list twice, the 65-storey property came […]

GCC unified visa to be launched in 2026: Saudi minister

A single visa for six Gulf countries moves closer as Saudi Arabia confirms a 2026 launch The Gulf’s long-planned unified visa is set to go live next year, marking the most significant step yet toward integrated regional travel and a more connected tourism economy across the GCC. The confirmation came from Saudi Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb, […]

Visiting the US is about to get more expensive for foreign travelers

Visitors to the US from some of the nation’s closest allies will soon be required to pay higher fees outlined in the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Specifically, a hike to the fees associated with the Electronic System for Travel Authorization, which processes travel applications from residents of more than 40 countries that are part of […]

New Saudi rules limit foreign property ownership from 2026

Saudi Arabia restricts foreign property ownership with new rules from January 2026 New rules limit foreign property rights in Saudi Arabia Foreigners in Saudi Arabia will be allowed to own only registered properties and must disclose all required information under new real estate ownership rules set to take effect January 2026, the Real Estate General Authority (REGA) […]

Fakeeh University Hospital: UAE’s First Hospital to Reach the Highest Global Standard in Digital Healthcare Transformation

Fakeeh University Hospital Achieves HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 Recognition Dubai, UAE – October 2025: Fakeeh University Hospital, part of Fakeeh Health, proudly announces its historic achievement as UAE’s  first hospital to attain the prestigious HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 accreditation, marking the highest global standard in digital healthcare transformation. This distinguished recognition from the Healthcare Information […]

Countries with the shortest working hours

Around the world, the average workweek can range from less than 40 hours in length to close to 50 hours, with the global average hours worked per week estimated at around 41.1, according to a survey conducted by the Geneva-based International Labour Organization (ILO). But which countries enjoy the shortest workweeks? The ILO study lists […]

Artificial Intelligence Readiness Index for Federal Entities launched during UAE Government Annual Meetings

WAM Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, has announced the launch of the Artificial Intelligence Readiness Index, an initiative aimed at assessing the preparedness of federal entities to lead and excel in the era of AI. The minister affirmed that, under the vision and guidance […]

Sharjah, Arab-Portuguese chambers of commerce & industry discuss expanding trade, investment cooperation

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held a high-level meeting with a delegation from the Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIAP) to discuss strengthening trade and investment links between the business communities of Sharjah and Portugal. The discussions focused on expanding bilateral trade, boosting cross-investment, and exploring cooperation in strategic and high-value […]