Rateel Alshehri, a 14-year-old Saudi media figure, hosted the official launch of Trump Plaza Jeddah this week. The USD 1 billion mixed-use project is led by Dar Global in partnership with The Trump Organization. The event marked an important moment for youth leadership on the global stage. Rateel acted as Master of Ceremonies, welcoming guests and introducing senior international figures. These included Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, Yousef Al Shelash, Chairman of Dar Al Arkan, and Ziad El Chaar, CEO of Dar Global. Her role showed the confidence and global outlook of young people in Saudi…
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From Michelin-starred Japanese feasts to wallet-friendly weekday deals, Dubai’s business lunch scene is bursting with flavour, value and variety. Whether you’re impressing clients, escaping the office or just craving a great meal, these hand-picked lunch spots deliver quality without breaking the bank. 99 SUSHI – OMAKASE LUNCH Where: The Galleria, Four Seasons Hotel, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi Address Downtown Hotel, Dubai When: Monday – Friday | 12pm – 2:15pm Turn your lunch break into a luxury dining experience at Michelin-starred 99 Sushi. Their weekday Omakase Menu is a 10-course culinary journey curated by Culinary Director Chef Thinus van der…
Your go-to guide for the city’s best weekend brunches — from show-stopping party brunches to laid-back garden feasts and family-friendly fun. Thursday Brunches Mi Amie (DIFC) Mi Amie Thursday Night BrunchKick-start the weekend with an al fresco dinner show in collaboration with multi award-winning Secret Parties. Expect high-energy live entertainment — dancers, singers and musical performances — all set against glittering DIFC skyline views. Once the show wraps, Mi Amie shifts into nightlife mode with a resident DJ and an afterparty that keeps the mood electric until late. When: Every Thursday, 8pm – 11pmAfterparty: 11pm – 2am Where: Mi Amie,…
Celebrate the flakiest day of the year with irresistible croissant deals across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. From classic butter pastries to gourmet hot fillings, here’s where to go for the ultimate croissant fix. Costa Coffee UAE What’s HappeningCelebrate World Croissant Day with a delicious coffee-and-croissant combo at Costa Coffee. The OfferPurchase any Barista Made Drink and enjoy a croissant for just AED 5.Choose from: Butter Croissant Almond Croissant Pain Au Chocolat WhereAll Costa Coffee stores across Dubai & Abu Dhabi(Excludes airport and Sharjah locations) Price Guide Barista drinks from AED 19 Croissant add-on: AED 5 Important Terms Exclusive to Costa…
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to discover Thailand’s rich culture and distinctive experiences this autumn, with highlights scheduled from September through December 2025. From exploring hidden historical landmarks to enjoying the magical Festival of Lights, travellers from the GCC will find countless reasons to choose Thailand as their next destination. Seasonal Highlights for GCC Visitors: Three Essential Experiences for GCC Tourists in Thailand This Autumn September – Explore Ayutthaya: Situated just an hour from Bangkok, Ayutthaya Historical Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, provides an insightful window into Thailand’s golden…
flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing low-cost airline, has topped the 2025 On-Time Performance (OTP) rankings among low-cost carriers in the Middle East and North Africa. The airline achieved this position through consistent punctual operations across the full year. Data from Cirium, the independent aviation analytics company, shows flyadeal recorded an average arrival OTP of 86.54 per cent and a departure OTP of 89.79 per cent in 2025. The airline also achieved a flight completion rate of 99.84 per cent, showing very few cancellations. These results are based on 69,971 scheduled flights operated by flyadeal between January and December 2025. OTP tracks…
Klay Group, a boutique financial services company delivering Wealth Management, Multi-Family Office, Asset Management, and Corporate Advisory services to ultra-high-net-worth families, corporations, and financial institutions, has appointed Nikita Jain as Deputy CEO and Managing Director of Klay Wealth. This move significantly strengthens the firm’s leadership team and highlights its ambition to deliver sophisticated global solutions. Nikita brings with her a 17-year career at J.P. Morgan, spanning FX and Fixed Income Sales, M&A, and Capital Markets. She has been central to the growth of businesses across both international multinationals and major domestic firms, consistently achieving strong results and building long-term strategic…
SureSpace, a new social networking platform based in Dubai, has officially launched with the aim of tackling the global mental health challenges linked to harmful social media use. Marketed as more than just another app, SureSpace positions itself as a digital revolution built on a community-first ethos, right in the heart of the UAE. The Reality of Doomscrolling – and SureSpace’s Response Recent figures highlight the seriousness of the problem: 46% of millennials and 53% of Gen Z adults regularly engage in doomscrolling, while 16.5% of adults show “severely problematic” patterns of news consumption. Studies also reveal that doomscrolling is…
Bitget, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges and Web3 companies, has opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Programme. As part of Bitget’s Blockchain4Youth initiative, the scheme is designed to recruit top university talent worldwide and immerse them directly into live Web3 projects. The process moves quickly: applications are open now, interviews will begin in October, offers will be extended in December, and successful candidates will onboard in 2026. More than 50 roles are available across engineering, product management, business development, growth, branding, operations, data analytics, algorithm, and risk control. Graduates will rotate between high-impact teams, supported by senior mentors…
Max Fashion, the leading value fashion brand in the Middle East and part of Landmark Group, has launched a refreshed brand identity. This marks a key step in the company’s growth as it enters a new phase focused on improved style, better quality, and continued access for all customers. The update includes a new white logo and a clean visual style. This change reflects the brand’s modern direction and responds to the needs of today’s value-conscious shoppers. The new look focuses on simplicity and clarity, creating a shopping experience that feels more personal and easier to navigate. The refresh comes…