Dave's Hot Chicken has opened its sixth Saudi Arabia location in Al Khobar, bringing the Los Angeles-born Nashville chicken brand to the Eastern Province for the first time. The Grand House restaurant is operated by Lavoya Restaurants Group and opened on July 30. Read more →

Trevor Noah will perform at Dubai Opera on 25 and 26 November, following previous sold-out UAE shows. Mastercard presale opens 3 August; general tickets go on sale from 5 August at 12pm. Read more →

flydubai is hosting a UAE National Careers Open Day on 16 August at its Dubai campus, targeting Emirati graduates and early-career professionals. Available programmes span engineering, pilot training, flight dispatch, and corporate roles as the airline prepares for a major fleet expansion. Read more →

Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 is offering ten scholarships worth AED 20,000 each through its Modesh Scholarship back-to-school promotion. Shoppers spending AED 200 or more at 13 participating malls between 3 and 29 August are entered into the draw. Read more →

The UAE's e-commerce sector is rapidly evolving, driven by changing consumer habits and technological advancements. Slava Bogdan, CEO of Udora, highlights the market's unique ecosystem built on trust and infrastructure. Consumers now prioritise overall experience over just price or speed, with AI and social commerce shaping future growth. Food gifting and culturally relevant offerings are emerging as key sectors. Read more →

Holive Residences has launched off-plan sales for a five-unit luxury mountain development in Kfardebian, Lebanon, five minutes from Mzaar Ski Resort. Prices start from $295,200, with projected rental yields of 8–10 per cent and a completion date of June 2027. Read more →

The UAE Fuel Price Committee has approved pump prices for August 2026, with diesel at AED 3.80 per litre. Petrol grades range from AED 3.41 for E-Plus 91 to AED 3.60 for Super 98. Read more →

Hamas has agreed to a detailed roadmap for implementing the next phases of the Gaza ceasefire, including a first-ever commitment to relinquish all its weapons. The deal, brokered by Egypt, Qatar, Türkiye and the US, will be followed by an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and a phased handover of governance to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza. Read more →