Dubai Municipality has awarded AED2.5 billion in contracts for five projects under Phase Two of the Tasreef Programme. This initiative aims to enhance stormwater drainage infrastructure, serving three million residents by 2040 and bolstering the emirate's resilience to climate challenges and urban expansion. Read more →

Abu Dhabi is trialling Tesla's self-driving technology under supervised conditions. This initiative, overseen by Abu Dhabi Mobility, aims to assess the system's safety and performance on real roads, establishing a regional model for testing autonomous tech within regulatory frameworks. Read more →

Etihad Airways will partner with McLaren Racing from 2026, featuring on their Formula 1 and WEC Hypercar teams. The deal includes branding on cars and driver helmets, digital and experiential rights, and a special aircraft livery. This expands Etihad's F1 presence beyond its Abu Dhabi Grand Prix sponsorship. Read more →

Dubai's real estate market is now driven by strategic capital, accounting for 40% of activity. This shift, unlike the speculative boom of 2014, is underpinned by enhanced regulation, transparency, and disciplined capital allocation, leading to a more structurally sound market focused on long-term value. Read more →

Samsung has launched its Galaxy S26 Series, marking a shift to AI-native phones with features like Now Nudge and an upgraded Circle to Search. The S26 Ultra includes an industry-first built-in Privacy Display. The series boasts enhanced Nightography, a powerful Snapdragon chipset, and Super Fast Charging 3.0. The Galaxy Buds4 Series also debuts with Hi-Fi audio. Pre-orders are open in the UAE until March 10, 2026, with various offers. Read more →

Milano, an Alshaya Group brand, has launched a new flagship store at Red Sea Mall in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This store introduces a fresh design concept that will guide future Milano outlets across the region, emphasising product quality, comfort, and customer-centric design. Jeddah holds significance for Milano as it was the city of the brand's first store opening in 1994. Read more →

Air Arabia is expanding its European network by launching daily flights to Rome from Sharjah. This new route, operated by the fuel-efficient Airbus A320neo, enhances Air Arabia's presence in Italy, offering passengers convenient and value-driven travel options to a culturally significant global city. The service will operate on alternating days, with specific flight times detailed for each schedule. Read more →

Majid Al Futtaim has launched a Ramadan programme across UAE malls, featuring shopping rewards, charity initiatives with Emirates Red Crescent, and cultural events. Offers include points multipliers on the SHARE App, prize draws, and live performances, with specific dates for pop-ups and experiences at City Centre malls and Mall of the Emirates. Read more →