The organising committee of the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 announced that 25,000 people booked the free tickets made available on 11 January through the Virgin Megastore ticketing platform to attend the competition and support their national teams. The figure reflects a marked increase compared with previous editions. In 2025, 18,000 people reserved tickets through the […]

Emirates and Loong Air have signed an interline agreement, increasing Emirates’ footprint in China and offering the airline’s customers access to additional cities beyond its own gateways. Starting immediately, Emirates customers will have access to 22 points across China operated by Loong Air via Hangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The cities span several regions across […]

Dubai Duty Free, through its Foundation, has reaffirmed its long-standing strategic partnership with Dubai Cares by renewing its support for an additional 3 years (2026-2028), following the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The renewed commitment will see funds directed towards supporting Dubai Cares’ Schools2030 programme, a global education initiative that places teachers […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has outlined its key initiatives and strategic priorities for 2026, reaffirming its continued commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs and professionals through education, partnerships, mentorship, and access to opportunity. The announcements were shared during the Council’s Board meeting, chaired by H.E. Dr. Raja Al Gurg, Founder and President of the […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has welcomed CapitaLand Investment (CLI), a leading global real asset manager, as it expands into the Gulf’s fast-growing investment market with the establishment of its new office in DIFC. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, CapitaLand Investment operates in more than 270 cities across 45 countries. The new office in Dubai […]