DUBAI/GULF TIME Mantra Properties’ latest ultra-luxury development, Jacob & Co Residences, in collaboration with the iconic watch and jewelry brand Jacob & Co, has achieved a record-breaking milestone, registering over AED 300 million in sales within just 12 hours of its launch. The remarkable response marks a historic moment for Al Marjan Island, setting a new benchmark as the fastest-selling …

DUBAI/GULF TIME QE2 Hospitality Academy, the region’s renowned cruise liner-based hospitality training institution, is proud to announce its participation in Future Hospitality Summit World 2025 (FHS World 2025). Organized by THE BENCH under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Economy, the event will take place from October 27 to 29, 2025, at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, under the theme “Where Vision …

DUBAI/GULF TIME At GITEX GLOBAL 2025, Valerion by AWOL Vision takes center stage to unveil its latest innovations redefining the future of home entertainment. Andy Zhao, Founder and CEO of Valerion, discusses the company’s showcase at GITEX, key industry best practices, anticipated market growth, and the emerging trends shaping the next generation of home theater, gaming, and smart projection experiences. …

DUBAI/GULF TIME As winter approaches, luxury GCC travelers are setting their sights on Tuscany’s rolling hills and Mediterranean coastline for the ultimate festive season escape. Camisa Homes & Villas, the luxury rental company, has unveiled an exclusive collection of private estates that showcase the very best of Italy’s most beloved region. More than just holiday homes, they’re living pieces of …

KUWAIT / WAM The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), participated in the 27th meeting of the Committee of Undersecretaries of Transport Ministries of the GCC states, hosted by Kuwait. The meeting was attended by official delegations from various GCC countries and representatives of the GCC Secretariat General. The UAE delegation was headed by Sheikh Nasser …

ABU DHABI / ad media office The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has entered a strategic partnership with two global pioneers in sustainable protein production, The EVERY Company and Vivici, to accelerate the development of a protein fermentation ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. Protein fermentation is an advanced biotechnology process that leverages microorganisms to produce high-value proteins and other ingredients, offering …

AL AIN / WAM HH Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has attended the reopening ceremony of Al Ain Museum following a comprehensive restoration and redevelopment project. The initiative aimed to preserve the historic building’s cultural and archaeological significance while introducing new facilities and exhibition halls equipped with the latest interactive technologies, in line …

DUBAI / WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, affirmed that a passion for reading is the true catalyst for human progress and a driving force behind community development, well-being, and prosperity. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said: “Those who fall a step behind in …

ABU DHABI / WAM The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced ‘Golden Ink: A Journey through Arabic and Islamic Manuscripts’, a flagship travelling exhibition organised in collaboration with McGill University, Canada. Opened at Qasr Al Watan on October 7, the exhibition will run for six months before travelling to Montreal in January 2027. …

ABU DHABI/AD MEDIA OFFICE In line with the UAE Year of Community, the Abu Dhabi Department of Community Development has launched the fourth edition of its Wyakom initiative. This leading community platform empowers individuals to act as active partners in developing innovative and sustainable solutions for community growth. This edition calls for innovative and sustainable ideas that address key challenges facing youth, centred on …