Author: Editorial Team
Long before its closure for restoration for 18 months, it was the place where tennis was played in the sky, planes touched down mid-air, and fireworks lit up one of the world’s most recognisable silhouettes. For 26 years, Jumeirah Burj Al Arab has been more than a hotel; it has been a stage for spectacle, a symbol of Dubai’s ambition, and a backdrop to moments that travelled far beyond the UAE. As the landmark shuts its doors temporarily, here’s a look back at the moments that defined its global status. 2004: Tiger Woods takes golf to the skies Before the…
Cisco today released its inaugural State of Wireless Report, revealing that wireless has evolved into a strategic growth engine in the UAE, where a single network investment drives compounding returns across operational efficiency, employee productivity, customer engagement, and revenue. Abdelilah Nejjari, Managing Director for Gulf and Levant at Cisco, believes that if enterprises adopt a more strategic approach to wireless technology then it will in turn drive better outcomes for their business. Based on findings from Cisco’s State of Wireless Report in the UAE, organizations across the country are reaching an inflection point in connectivity demand, and those that prioritize…
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran has announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for full maritime passage. “Iran has just announced that the Strait of Iran is fully open and ready for full passage. Thank you,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. The statement followed remarks by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who said the strategic waterway is now “completely open” for all commercial vessels, linking the move to a ceasefire in Lebanon. Araghchi said the decision was made “in line with the ceasefire in Lebanon,” referring to a 10-day truce between Israel and Lebanon…
RIYADH — Hervé Renard has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the Saudi Arabia national football team, less than two months before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 57-year-old Frenchman had returned for a second spell in charge at the end of 2024, having previously led Saudi Arabia between 2019 and 2023, including at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. “That’s football… Saudi Arabia have qualified for the World Cup seven times, including twice with me,” Renard told AFP. “And there’s only one coach who has led them through both the qualifiers and the…
ABU DHABI, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways today announced a significant expansion of its Africa network, adding new routes to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe from Abu Dhabi, as part of its continued global growth strategy. The new services reflect investment in high-growth markets, supporting increasing connectivity across trade, cargo and mobility. The expansion builds directly on Etihad’s recently announced China growth, including increased frequencies and a deepened partnership with China Eastern Airlines. Together, these developments position Abu Dhabi as a key gateway between Africa, India and Asia, enabling more efficient movement…
Visitors looking to stay at the St Regis Dubai, The Palm, in the next 4.5 months will not be able to make bookings as the hotel has suspended most of its services till August 31. The luxury property is undergoing refurbishments, due to which they have closed off guest rooms, spas and other key services since April 12. Only their lobby lounge and and the St Regis Bar remain functional, an operator at the hotel told Khaleej Times. Their website displays the following message titled, ‘Property Enhancement Program’: “As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering an exceptional luxury experience…
Burj Al Arab is finally taking a day off — well, 18 months off — for a large scale restoration. The city’s best‑known icon, which has doubled as a status symbol, afternoon‑tea backdrop and Instagram trophy since 1999, will be wrapped up and worked on while designers refresh its interiors and public spaces. For travellers who built an itinerary (and a budget) around that ‘seven‑star’ stay, the obvious question is: now what? The good news is that in a city like Dubai, there’s always plenty of choice. The Emirate has spent the last few years building a new generation of…
Fernando Cea, Vice President of Technology for MENA and APAC, Globant. From 3D rendering to open worlds, gaming has always evolved through innovation that reshapes how we play, what we expect, and who gets to participate. Today, we’re standing at another inflection point: the integration of AI. With AI, non-playable characters (NPCs) can respond and adapt to a player’s behavior in real time. Procedural storylines can actively evolve in unexpected ways, and entire worlds can expand dynamically. We’re in the midst of a profound transformation that’s shifting gaming not just for a few players, but for all of us. However, every advancement in gaming has forced…
DUBAI, 17th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai South has announced a new set of incentives for companies operating within its Free Zone, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the business community and sustaining economic momentum. Aligned with the wider efforts of the Dubai Free Zones Council to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of Dubai’s free zone ecosystem, the initiative introduces a range of measures designed to facilitate business continuity and ease operational requirements for companies. The incentives include support for new company formation, facilitation of licence renewals, and exemption from late renewal fines. “Dubai South remains committed to supporting our business…
Anthropic recently announced plans to expand its London presence by adding new office space capacity for around 800 employees. This move comes at a time when the comping is increasing its research, safety and commercial operations in the UK. Pip White, head of EMEA North at Anthropic, stated on LinkedIn the AI player currently has more than 200 employees based in London, including around 60 AI safety researchers. The new office space is in London’s Knowledge Quarter. The move puts Anthropic alongside other major AI companies already based in the area, as competition for London-based talent and infrastructure continues to…