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DUBAI/GULF TIME The UAE witnessed a historic cultural milestone with the successful launch of Gulf Idol Season 1, proudly presented by Riva, at the prestigious Etisalat Academy Grounds, Dubai. For the first time in the Gulf, a world-class competition brought together talented singers, dancers, instrumentalists, and unique performers representing diverse nationalities, religions, cultures, and artistic styles. A Visionary Initiative Led …

ELEVATE, the visionary lifestyle real estate brand, has officially broken ground on the highly anticipated Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences, marking the start of construction for a landmark residential destination delivered in partnership with Ennismore, the global lifestyle hospitality group behind Mondrian. In a ceremony held on Al Marjan Island, ELEVATE announced the appointment of Pinnacle Piling as the …

As enterprises across the Middle East and beyond accelerate their digital transformation journeys, video technology is rapidly evolving from a passive security tool into an intelligent data platform. At Intersec, the focus shifts from hardware-centric surveillance to the real-world power of video-based analytics, demonstrating how AI-driven insights can be applied across clinical, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments. Rather than showcasing …

Abu Al-Naga Development has affirmed that Dubai’s real estate sector posted unprecedented growth throughout 2025, underscoring its pivotal contribution to the emirate’s economic momentum and urban transformation. This performance directly advances Dubai’s ambitious vision to emerge as the global leader in living, working, investment, and innovation, fueled by a world-class investment environment and progressive government policies. The company referenced official …

ABU DHABI/WAM The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Mozambique have reviewed avenues to deepen economic cooperation during a UAE–Mozambique Business Roundtable held on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, in the presence of Daniel Chapo, President of Mozambique. The UAE delegation was led by Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of …

ABU DHABI/WAM EDGE Group will mark its first participation at the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2026) as a Main Sponsor, underscoring the Group’s expanding footprint in the region and its deepening strategic partnership with Qatar. EDGE’s presence reflects a sustained commitment to working closely with military and security stakeholders across the Middle East, bringing end-to-end defence …

ABU DHABI/WAM HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has visited the Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Hub, a Masdar global initiative that empowers the next generation of sustainability leaders, during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 15 …

ABU DHABI/WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Wednesday met with His Excellency Aleksandar Vučić, President of the Republic of Serbia, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries. The meeting focused on the economic, investment, development, renewable energy, and sustainability sectors, along with other vital areas that support growth and prosperity in …

ABU DHABI / WAM Chinese solar companies showcased new technologies at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, highlighting innovations aimed at improving solar and photovoltaic efficiency, boosting returns on investment and supporting the shift to clean energy. China’s 9Sun Solar presented mounting solutions for solar panels, including ground and rooftop systems for solar farms, car parks and garages, as well …

DUBAI / WAM Creators HQ, the first content creator hub in the UAE and the Middle East, and 500 Global, one of the world’s most active Silicon Valley-based venture capital firms, announced the Creators Ventures Accelerator, held under the second edition of Creators Ventures programme, is building and supporting creator-led startups collectively valued at over US$130 million. The 10-week Creators …