What the GCGRA Gaming License Means for Dubai Visitors - what gcgra

What the GCGRA Gaming License Means for Dubai Visitors

The UAE just made history. After decades of zero legal gambling options, the country now has its first licensed online casino and a $3.9 billion resort with a casino floor under construction. For tourists visiting Dubai, this changes the entertainment landscape. The city already offers endless events and attractions. Gaming is now part of the mix. What is the GCGRA? The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority is the UAE’s federal gaming regulator. Established in September 2023, it operates as an independent executive entity within the federal government, headquartered in Abu Dhabi. The authority covers five licensing ca

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Big Smiles, Bright Nights: Final Week of Family Fun at DSF as Schools Return - smiles bright

Big Smiles, Bright Nights: Final Week of Family Fun at DSF as Schools Return

Dubai, UAE – 7 January 2026: This winter, the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) had cemented its reputation as a truly family-friendly festival, rolling out a citywide programme of experiences designed to entertain, engage and inspire all ages. From toddlers and teens to parents and grandparents, DSF’s 31st edition has offered families dozens of ways to spend time together — blending live shows, interactive entertainment, outdoor adventure, and large-scale spectacles across Dubai. As DSF enters its final week, families are encouraged to make the most of the festival’s citywide programme of family-friendly experiences. With schools now

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RAKBANK Receives In-Principle Approval to Launch an AED-Backed Stablecoin - rakbank receives

RAKBANK Receives In-Principle Approval to Launch an AED-Backed Stablecoin

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, January 7th, 2026 – RAKBANK announced today that it has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to issue an AED-backed payment token i.e., stablecoin, subject to the completion of regulatory and operational requirements. This marks an important step in RAKBANK’s digital assets journey and reflects the Bank’s commitment to developing regulated, secure and transparent financial solutions aligned with the UAE’s evolving digital economy framework. This development builds on RAKBANK’s growing capabilities in digital asset services. In 2025, the Bank enabled its retail cust

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Ministry of Economy and Tourism reviews new amendments to the Commercial Companies Law and their pivotal role in enhancing...

Ministry of Economy and Tourism reviews new amendments to the Commercial Companies Law and their pivotal role in enhancing competitiveness of the UAE’s business environment

Briefing session held with the participation of H.E. the Minister of Economy and Tourism and representatives of the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and local economic departments Abu Dhabi, 07 January 2026: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism held a media briefing to review the Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 amending certain provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 concerning Commercial Companies, issued by the UAE. The amendments introduce proactive and crucial updates across its 15 articles, along with a new article regulating and legitimising the transfer of a company’s registration in the commercial register wit

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Meet The Newest Pore-clearing Essential: The POREfessional Degunker ! - meet newest

Meet The Newest Pore-clearing Essential: The POREfessional Degunker !

At Benefit Cosmetics, pores are our thing. From primers to skincare, we’ve built our expertise around one mission: making pores look their absolute best. Introducing The POREfessional Degunker, the latest launch to join our iconic Pore Care Family, designed to remove impurities, target blackheads, and visibly clear pores for instantly satisfying results you can see. This innovative two-step blackhead & pore cleansing system combines an alkaline pH formula with a built-in extracting tool to help loosen dead skin and lift away pore-clogging impurities—gently and effectively. The payoff? Cleaner-looking pores and smoother-feeling skin i

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TCL Displays the Future of Visual Technologies and Intelligent Living with Groundbreaking Products and Solutions at CES 20...

TCL Displays the Future of Visual Technologies and Intelligent Living with Groundbreaking Products and Solutions at CES 2026

Dubai, January 7, 2026 – TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and the world’s No. 1 Mini LED and ultra-large TV brand, today unveils a new generation of visual technology breakthroughs and AI-powered products at CES 2026. This year, TCL introduces a series of world-first display panels, display technologies, and products, along with a full portfolio of intelligent devices designed to elevate smart living, immersive entertainment, and productivity. A Glimpse into the Future of Displays TCL continues to push the boundaries of display technologies that span all screen sizes, from large to small. At its CES 2026 showcase, TCL marks

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ATM unveils groundbreaking 2026 conference programme, setting a new benchmark for strategic insight across global travel a...

ATM unveils groundbreaking 2026 conference programme, setting a new benchmark for strategic insight across global travel and tourism

The Global Stage, Future Stage and newly rebranded Experience Stage to deliver industry-led intelligence, innovation and inclusive growth, reinforcing Arabian Travel Market as the place to learn from and shape the future of travel Leading global market research and insight companies, including Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, Euromonitor, GSIQ, Dragon Trail, Videc, Women in Travel CIC, and ICCA, to lead discussions ATM will take place from 4-7 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 January 2026: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has unveiled its extensive conference programme for ATM 2026, outl

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Etihad Airways Celebrates 20 Years of Connecting Abu Dhabi and Johannesburg - etihad airways

Etihad Airways Celebrates 20 Years of Connecting Abu Dhabi and Johannesburg

Milestone underscores Etihad’s expanding footprint across Africa Abu Dhabi, UAE: Etihad Airways is marking a major milestone in Africa this December as the airline celebrates 20 years of flights connecting Abu Dhabi with Johannesburg. The city is one of its longest-standing gateways in Africa and a strategically important market within the airline’s rapidly growing global network. Since launching the route in 2005, Etihad has carried almost two million passengers between the UAE and South Africa, helping strengthen cultural, business, and tourism links between the two nations. In 2025 alone, Etihad carried more than 100,000 guests

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Al Masaood Automobiles Kicks Off 2026 with Offers Across New Nissan Cars and Service - masaood automobiles

Al Masaood Automobiles Kicks Off 2026 with Offers Across New Nissan Cars and Service

Abu Dhabi, 7 January 2026: Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorised distributor for Nissan in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region, is welcoming the new year with a series of compelling offers across its Nissan new car line-up and services, giving customers a strong and confident start to 2026. Available for a limited time and while stocks last, the campaign invites customers to start the year right with Nissan Abu Dhabi, with attractive savings across some of the brand’s most popular sedans, SUVs, and performance models. Bachir Gemayel, Sales and Marketing Director at Al Masaood Automobiles, said: “The start of the year is

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ORIS Hölstein 1904 Year of the Horse - oris lstein

ORIS Hölstein 1904 Year of the Horse

Dubai, UAE, January 2026. Oris is proud to unveil the Year of the Horse Limited Edition, crafted to celebrate the Chinese Year of the Fire Horse, beginning 17 February 2026. The Fire Horse is said to embody enthusiasm, confidence, and a powerful drive to succeed, making this new year a time of vibrant energy and bold ambition. The watch is clad in a blaze of crimson, from the deep red of the dial and the fiery hues of the subdials to the rich brown tones of the supple cordovan leather strap. At its heart is the Calibre 113, one of Oris’s boldest movements. It features a 10 day power reserve, a non linear power reserve indicator, and a busi

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