UAE social infrastructure investment accelerates amid population growth, with project value forecast to hit US$2 billion by 2027. UAE: UAE social infrastructure is experiencing rapid expansion as the nation responds to population growth and ambitious reform agendas. A new report by procurement platform Ansarada predicts a 25% rise in social infrastructure project activity across the […]
The Global South Economic Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi will convene leaders to address the $4 trillion annual development finance shortfall impacting the Global South. Abu Dhabi: With a widening $4 trillion annual gap in sustainable development financing threatening progress across the Global South, world leaders, economists, and innovators will convene in Abu Dhabi for […]
DUBAI: The Gulf’s real estate sector is undergoing a transformation, with developers increasingly adopting wellness‑centric luxury designs to meet growing demand for healthier living environments. From Dubai to Riyadh, new residential projects are being developed with a strong focus on features that support physical and mental well-being. These wellness-focused communities are incorporating elements like spa […]
LONDON: Former US President Donald Trump has announced the finalisation of a new trade agreement with China that will see the United States secure access to rare earth minerals and magnets — key materials used in electronics, renewable energy, and defence. The deal, finalised after high-level negotiations in London this week, also raises tariffs on […]
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The United States produced more energy in 2024 than in any other year on record, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Monthly Energy Review. The country generated over 103 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu) of energy, surpassing the 2023 figure by 1% and setting new records across a wide range of energy […]
WASHINGTON, D.C.: The US auto market is seeing a steady rise in hybrid vehicle purchases, with new data showing hybrid car sales grow while electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle shares hold flat. According to estimates from Wards Intelligence, hybrid, battery electric, and plug-in hybrid cars made up 22% of all light-duty vehicle sales in the […]
Dubai Chamber of Commerce signs MoU with Philippine Chamber to enhance trade ties, hosting 180 business meetings and targeting key sectors for bilateral cooperation. Manila: As part of its New Horizons initiative, Dubai Chamber of Commerce has successfully hosted 180 bilateral business meetings in Manila, strengthening Dubai–Philippines trade ties. The mission marks a strategic move […]
IUHPE 2025 in Abu Dhabi brings over 2,000 global experts together to shape the future of public health. Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi made history as the first Middle Eastern city to host the prestigious 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion, uniting over 2,000 global experts from 100+ countries. Over four days, delegates co-created a […]
TCL unveils its 2025 QD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE, redefining large-screen entertainment with cutting-edge features. Dubai: TCL Electronics has launched its 2025 QD-Mini LED TV lineup in the UAE, unveiling a new standard for premium large-screen entertainment. Featuring the C6K, C7K, C8K, and flagship X11K series, the collection delivers advanced performance in brightness, […]
Zoho launches Ulaa Enterprise browser in MENA, delivering AI-driven cybersecurity, phishing protection, and centralised browser control. Dubai: Zoho Corporation has introduced its AI enterprise browser, Ulaa Enterprise, to address rising cybersecurity concerns in the Middle East and North Africa. As cyberattacks—especially phishing—escalate, organisations are rethinking traditional security strategies. With browsers now acting as primary workspaces, […]
BERLIN: Major updates in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and startup funding marked a big day for technology at the first day of GITEX Europe in Berlin. AI tools are getting smarter, now able to understand and respond to users almost like humans. These tools are being used in hospitals, banks, and online platforms to make services […]
