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Bright Bites Opens in Dubai: World’s First Supermarket Designed for Kids
Dubai has always been known for introducing world-first experiences, and now families have a new addition to explore. Bright Bites, developed by Majid...
Tom Brady to headline Riyadh’s Fanatics Flag Football Classic in 2026
Riyadh Season 2025/2026 is already drawing attention, with one of its most exciting announcements being the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. Scheduled for 21...
Step Into Mamluk History at Louvre Abu Dhabi With 250 Masterpieces
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is opening a new chapter in the UAE’s cultural calendar with Mamluks: Legacy of an Empire. Featuring more than...
WhatsApp ‘Guest Chats’ Feature Raises Identity Theft Concerns in the UAE
WhatsApp is working on a new feature called Guest Chats that will allow conversations with people who do not have a WhatsApp account....
American University in Dubai partners with Penn Medicine to open UAE’s first US medical school
The American University in Dubai (AUD) has joined hands with Penn Medicine, part of the University of Pennsylvania, to establish the UAE’s first...
Dubai to Install 36 Battery Swapping Stations for Electric Delivery Bikes
Dubai is moving closer to its green transport vision with the launch of 36 battery swapping stations for electric delivery bikes. The Roads...
Post Malone, Benson Boone, and Loyle Carner to Headline Soundstorm 2025 in Riyadh
The region’s biggest music festival is making a comeback. Soundstorm 2025, hosted by MDLBeast, is set to take place in Riyadh from 11...
Abu Dhabi Issues First Licence Plate for Self-Driving Delivery Vehicle
Abu Dhabi has officially introduced its first licence plate for a self-driving delivery vehicle, launching a pilot programme in Masdar City. The move...
McDonald’s UAE Expands Junior Sports Academy to Inspire Young Athletes
McDonald’s UAE is expanding its Junior Sports Academy to include basketball, football, and cricket, building on the success of its Junior Padel Academy....
Saudi Arabia launches Google Pay via mada, advancing Vision 2030 goals
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has launched Google Pay in Saudi Arabia through its national payments network, mada. The service’s introduction marks a...
