Mansoor bin Mohammed opens Intersec 2026, reaffirms Dubai's leading role in shaping the future of global security and safe...

Mansoor bin Mohammed opens Intersec 2026, reaffirms Dubai’s leading role in shaping the future of global security and safety

His Highness reviews various advanced solutions and technologies presented by national, regional and international companies His Highness: “Intersec has become one of the world’s leading platforms dedicated to security and safety.” “The scale of international participation reflects the growing confidence in Dubai’s ability to host major global events.” “The rapid evolution of security, safety and emergency response technologies requires constant integration between innovation, institutional readiness and practical application.” Dubai, UAE: His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman o

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Strong competition on opening day of UAE National MMA Championship 6 in Al Ain - strong competition

Strong competition on opening day of UAE National MMA Championship 6 in Al Ain

Al Ain, 10 January: Action got underway on Saturday at the UAE National MMA Championship 6, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, at UAE University in Al Ain, with impressive performances from emerging athletes. The championship marked the start of the new season and saw strong participation from dozens of male and female athletes representing top clubs and academies from across the UAE. The opening day delivered competitive matchups, highlighting athletes’ physical and mental preparation, supported by smooth organisation that allowed competitors to perform at a high level from the beginning. Day one actio

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Dubai Customs achieves global milestone in future foresight readiness - dubai customs

Dubai Customs achieves global milestone in future foresight readiness

Dubai – 11 January 2026: Dubai Customs has achieved a major milestone reflecting its institutional leadership and proactive approach to future foresight and strategic planning, after receiving a global accreditation in future foresight from the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI). This makes Dubai Customs the first customs authority in the region to obtain this specialized international recognition. The accreditation certificate was presented during an official meeting attended by Dubai Customs’ leadership alongside representatives from GIMI and SIA Partners. Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, received the ce

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RTA Opens Phase I of Hessa Street Development Project Linking Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road - opens phase

RTA Opens Phase I of Hessa Street Development Project Linking Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road

Overall Project Progress Reaches 90% Al Tayer: All road works, bridges, intersections, and cycling tracks are scheduled for completion and opening in the second quarter of this year The project includes the development of four major intersections and the widening of Hessa Street to four lanes in each direction over a 4.5 km stretch The project will double Hessa Street’s traffic capacity A 13.5 km cycling track will be delivered, featuring two dedicated bridges for cyclists and pedestrians, one crossing Sheikh Zayed Road and the other crossing Al Khail Road Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 11th January 2026: Dubai’s

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Etihad Airways Delivers Record Passenger Numbers and Growth in 2025 - etihad airways

Etihad Airways Delivers Record Passenger Numbers and Growth in 2025

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways carried 22.4 million passengers in 2025, an increase of 21% year-on-year and the highest annual total in the airline’s history, underpinned by sustained demand and disciplined capacity growth across its expanding global network. Passenger load factor for the full year reached 88.3%, up two percentage points compared with 2024, reflecting strong commercial performance throughout the year. The airline closed the year on a high note, carrying 2.2 million passengers in December, up 28% compared with the same month in 2024. Passenger load factor for the month reached 87.6%, maintaining consistently high utilisati

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Drive home a Renault Koleos from just AED 1,555/month - drive home

Drive home a Renault Koleos from just AED 1,555/month

Package includes three years of free service and a five-year warranty Dubai, UAE, 12 January 2026: Arabian Automobiles Company, the flagship automotive company of AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Renault in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, is kicking off the new year with a fresh offer on the Renault Koleos, making it easier to step into 2026 with a spacious SUV built for everyday use. Payments start at AED 1,555 per month, and the deal includes three years of free service and a five-year warranty, providing additional coverage with a clear, structured payment plan, as part of AAC’s mission to deliver premium an

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O Gold Transforms into a Lifestyle Super App Where Gold Becomes Your Daily Currency - gold transforms

O Gold Transforms into a Lifestyle Super App Where Gold Becomes Your Daily Currency

With more than 800K users to date, the launch marks a significant milestone in O Gold’s evolution from a digital gold investment platform into a comprehensive gold-centric ecosystem Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12th January 2026: O Gold, the UAE’s trusted Shariah-compliant gold investment platform, has officially announced its strategic evolution into a comprehensive Super App and introduced a gold-backed Mastercard to mark a significant milestone in the fintech sector. This announcement marks a total transformation for the company, which now serves a rapidly growing community of 800K users by turning physical gold into a highly liqui

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The armani group and mohamed alabbar's symphony global announce worldwide joint venture to develop future armani hotels & ...

The armani group and mohamed alabbar’s symphony global announce worldwide joint venture to develop future armani hotels & resorts

Building on the Success of the Armani Hotel Dubai and Armani Hotel Milano, the Partnership enters a New Phase with Worldwide Exclusivity Milan / Dubai – January 9th, 2026 – The Armani Group announces a new joint venture with Symphony Global LLC, the private investment company of Mohamed Alabbar, to develop a portfolio of Armani Hotels & Resorts in select international destinations. The agreement provides worldwide exclusivity for the development of Armani Hotels & Resorts, complementing existing projects that underline the Group’s established presence in the hospitality sector. The joint venture will be based out of Milan and Dubai,

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IRENA Assembly Charts Bold Energy Transition Agenda for 2026

Energy leaders to power the next chapter of global energy transition, mobilising action for inclusive growth, prosperity and long-term resilience through renewables Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 January 2026 – The 16th International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly convenes from 11-12 January 2026 in Abu Dhabi – marking the first international energy meeting of the year. Under the theme ‘Powering Humanity: Renewable Energy for Shared Prosperity,’ the global gathering will bring together 1500 ministers and high-level delegates from IRENA’s 171 Member States, CEOs, investors, international organisations and youth to build a

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