The inaugural edition is set to roll out in March 2026 A milestone collaboration paving the way for a new chapter in city-based obstacle racing Further strengthening Dubai’s reputation as a global destination for contemporary urban sports DXB LIVE, the experiential and event management arm of Dubai World Trade Centre, has formalised a significant Memorandum of Understanding with Arabian Warrior to introduce “The Urbanator”, an innovative urban obstacle racing series that turns Dubai’s districts, landmarks, and public spaces into a thrilling competitive arena. Launching during the Holy Month of Ramadan, The Urbanator will present a refreshed take on obstacle course…
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Azizi Developments, one of the UAE’s foremost private developers, has confirmed that construction on Beach Oasis II — its lively mixed-use community in the fast-growing Dubai Studio City district — has now reached an 18% completion milestone. Structural works are advancing steadily, with the main structure now 69% complete and 681 workers active on site to maintain momentum and ensure on-time delivery. Beach Oasis II offers a total of 452 studios, 209 one-bedroom homes, and 33 two-bedroom units, forming a contemporary low-rise neighbourhood equipped with an extensive range of amenities. Residents will enjoy a beach-inspired swimming pool at the heart…
Confluent, Inc., the leader in data streaming technologies, has unveiled Confluent Intelligence during the Dubai stop of its global Data Streaming World Tour. Designed to accelerate the development of real-time, context-aware artificial intelligence, the new platform sits natively within Confluent Cloud and provides organisations with a complete environment to deploy and scale event-driven AI applications. The managed technology stack streams and analyses both historical and real-time data continuously, feeding this context into AI systems to achieve secure, dependable, and highly scalable workloads. With Confluent Intelligence, companies can build AI capabilities grounded in dynamic and trusted data sources. “Across the Middle…
As the curtain falls on the 2025 WTA season and the final rankings are confirmed, few narratives shine brighter than that of 18-year-old Mirra Andreeva, who ends the year as World No9. It marks a landmark achievement for one of the sport’s most impressive young talents. Her breakthrough season not only represents a major step forward in her career but also underscores the importance of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships (DDFTC), the tournament that served as a decisive turning point in her rise to the elite level back in February. Andreeva’s triumph at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships…
The narrative around quick property sales is shifting. What was once viewed as a distress signal now represents a sophisticated capital strategy among Dubai’s most successful global investors. In boardrooms from DIFC to Mayfair, high-net-worth individuals are reconsidering the traditional approach to real estate exits. The question isn’t whether they can afford to wait for optimal pricing. It’s whether they can afford not to act quickly when better opportunities emerge elsewhere. This evolution has given rise to specialized services that facilitate rapid transactions. Platforms like Sell Property Fast UAE have emerged to meet the demand from investors who prioritize liquidity…
Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club hosted another lively field for the latest Dimos Monthly Stableford on Saturday, 15 November, as members enjoyed a full day of spirited competition. The tournament once again benefitted from the valued backing of Dimos, whose sponsorship contributed to upgraded prizes and an enhanced atmosphere for all competitors. The standout performance of the day came from junior golfer Dehan Ungerer, who produced one of his finest displays this season. Posting an impressive 42 points, Dehan sealed the overall win after a tight battle that was ultimately decided on a countback. His scorecard featured a string of…
Presented by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the second edition of the landmark light art exhibition is now available for the public across the emirate, expanding from its highly praised launch in Al Ain earlier this month. Manar Abu Dhabi, themed ‘The Light Compass’, brings together 15 artists and collectives from the UAE and abroad, representing 10 countries. Alongside the artworks, visitors can enjoy a dynamic calendar of talks, live performances, workshops, and interactive experiences designed for all ages. After drawing considerable attention with its Al Ain debut, Manar Abu Dhabi—the widely celebrated…
Saudi Arabia’s financial ambitions take centre stage as the 13th Annual Saudi Trade Finance Summit returns to Riyadh on 17–18 November 2025. The event will unite key figures from finance, commerce, and industry for two days of discussions, collaboration, and insights aimed at steering the country’s next phase of economic expansion. Held under the theme “Legacy to Future: Empowering Saudi Trade & Finance on Leadership, Digitalization, and Sustainable Growth,” the 2025 summit will explore how the Kingdom’s trade and financial sectors are adapting in alignment with Vision 2030. Over the years, the gathering has evolved into a critical meeting point…
REJO, a leading force in the heated tobacco sector, made a strong impression at World Tobacco Middle East 2025 with the launch of its latest self-developed heat-not-burn (HNB) devices and an exclusive patented technology, highlighting its growing technological leadership. A Revolutionary Product Portfolio At the centre of the REJO stand was REJO MULTI, the brand’s flagship device first revealed at InterTabac in Germany earlier in 2025. The product represents a significant advancement in heated tobacco innovation, combining two distinct heating systems into one unit. This dual-system capability allows compatibility with multiple mainstream stick brands, giving consumers the freedom to switch…
Dubai Investments, the diversified investment group listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has announced profit before tax of AED 1,096.72 million for the nine months ending 30 September 2025. This marks a notable increase from AED 687.68 million recorded during the same period in 2024, representing a year-on-year rise of 59%. For the third quarter alone, ending 30 September 2025, profit before tax stood at AED 550.44 million, significantly higher than the AED 256.00 million posted in Q3 2024 – an increase of 115%. The company attributed the strong performance to continued growth in rental income across its real estate…