Experience Abu Dhabi’s Kayan Wellness Festival will return for its second year from 6 to 8 February 2026. The event will take place on the shores of Fahid Island, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s ambition to grow as a centre for wellbeing, sustainability, and quality of life. The festival brings together international wellness speakers, practitioners, and teachers for a three-day programme that combines talks, movement sessions, mindfulness, and healing practices. Experiences are structured around three core themes: mind, body, and soul. The programme supports Abu Dhabi’s wider focus on mindful living and preventative health. The 2026 edition offers a broad range of…
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Paris Saint‑Germain has confirmed a new global partnership with BEYOND Developments, a UAE-based property developer founded in Dubai. Under the multi-year agreement, BEYOND becomes the Club’s Premium Sleeve Partner through to 2029. The partnership brings together two international brands with a shared interest in sport, design, and modern lifestyle. The BEYOND logo appeared for the first time on the Paris Saint-Germain shirt during the recent domestic fixture against Paris FC. A partnership shaped by shared outlooks Paris Saint-Germain and BEYOND Developments come together through a shared view that culture shapes experience. Both brands extend beyond their core sectors and engage…
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has released Falcon H1R 7B, a new artificial intelligence model designed to deliver strong reasoning ability in a smaller and more efficient format. Falcon H1R 7B uses 7 billion parameters and is built to balance performance with speed and lower computing demands. Despite its size, the model matches or exceeds the performance of much larger open-source models, including Microsoft’s Phi 4 Reasoning Plus 14B, Alibaba’s Qwen3 32B, and NVIDIA’s Nemotron H 47B. The release highlights TII’s focus on efficient model design and supports…
Dubai Police have issued a public warning about work visa scams that target job seekers. The Anti-Fraud Centre at the General Department of Criminal Investigation says fraudsters are using false claims of employment and visa sponsorship that have no legal standing. Police say these scams often rely on false assurances and pressure to make quick payments. As part of the ongoing #BewareOfFraud campaign, Dubai Police have reminded the public that visas can only be obtained through official government systems and licensed recruitment agencies. Steps to Stay Safe Dubai Police advise members of the public to take the following steps to…
Arzan Wealth (DIFC) Limited (“Arzan Wealth”), a Dubai-based advisory firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, has launched a new industrial real estate portfolio in the United Kingdom. The move marks a measured expansion of the firm’s advisory work into the UK industrial property market. The portfolio includes industrial assets in established regional locations. These include Stuart Close Industrial Estate in Cardiff and Baird Court at Park Farm Industrial Estate in Wellingborough, a core Midlands location within the UK’s “Golden Triangle.” The investment approach focuses on light industrial and multi-let properties in strong locations. The strategy aims to deliver…
Etihad Cargo, the freight division of Etihad Airways, has announced robust results for the first half of 2025, achieving growth across all regions and underlining the carrier’s agility and resilience in an evolving global market. Performance strengthened year-on-year in every region, with overall cargo revenues rising by 9 per cent compared with the same period in 2024. The uplift was driven by both capacity expansion and yield improvements. Stanislas Brun, Chief Cargo Officer, Etihad Airways, said: “These results demonstrate that Etihad Cargo is delivering sustainable performance by focusing on premium products, agile network planning and close partnerships with our customers.…
The 26th edition of Modesh World 2025 has come to a close after delivering an extraordinary season of entertainment, creativity, and family fun. Over 27 action-packed days at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the beloved ‘edutainment’ destination welcomed thousands of visitors, creating cherished memories for parents and children alike alongside the ever-popular characters, Modesh and Dana. Organised by DXB LIVE, the experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), in partnership with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), Modesh World once again cemented its position as the ultimate indoor summer destination and a key highlight of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS)…
H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “This initiative reflects Dubai’s position as a global hub for excellence and institutional innovation. It aligns with the emirate’s commitment to shaping a more resilient and sustainable future for business communities worldwide.” John W.H. Denton AO, Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC): “The launch of the Chamber Benchmarking Tool marks a milestone in empowering chambers worldwide with the insights they need to thrive. We are grateful to Dubai Chambers for their leadership and expertise, which have been pivotal in bringing this vision to life.” The tool evaluates seven core roles and responsibilities…
Central Hotels & Resorts, one of the UAE’s fastest-growing homegrown hospitality groups, has reported a strong August performance, with a 20% surge in regional travel demand compared to earlier summer months, supported by in-depth post-summer market analysis. Drawing insights from internal data and guest feedback across its diverse portfolio, the group highlights Dubai’s resilience as a year-round destination and reveals how shifting traveller expectations are shaping its upcoming high-season strategy. Despite softer conditions at the start of summer and increased rate compression across the market, Central Hotels & Resorts avoided widespread discounting. Instead, it focused on delivering value-driven packages designed…
Sands Resorts Macao, Asia’s premier integrated luxury destination, has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor of the Kingdom Business & Luxury Travel (KBLT) Congress 2025, an exclusive B2B gathering scheduled to take place in Riyadh from 15–16 September 2025. Saudi Arabia’s outbound travel market is experiencing exceptional growth, with spending surging to SAR 103.8 billion (USD $27.7 billion) and forecast to reach 11.6 million outbound trips by 2025. With high-net-worth Saudi travellers averaging USD $9,200 per trip, there is a significant appetite for five-star hospitality, bespoke experiences, curated cultural journeys, and wellness-driven itineraries. Home to nine interconnected luxury properties, 24…