Oct 18, 2026 10:46 PM   DUBAI

The value of real estate investments in Dubai has grown steadily over the past few years rising nearly five-fold from AED148 billion ( 40.2 billion) in 2021 to more than AED680 billion ( 185 billion)...

Oct 18, 2026 9:54 PM   MANAMA

Bahrain s National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) has approved Wegovy (semaglutide) pills an oral GLP-1 treatment for obesity in the kingdom thus reflecting the authority s commitment and that...

Oct 18, 2026 7:45 PM   MUSCAT

The GCC countries have built an investment base of 426 billion across nearly 22 000 factories according to the data from the Statistical Centre for the Co-operation Council for the Arab States...

Oct 18, 2026 4:55 PM   ABU DHABI

Forbes Middle East has unveiled the fourth edition of its annual ranking The Middle East s Sustainability Leaders 2026 recognising 145 executives advancing the region s transition to a more sustainable...

Oct 18, 2026 11:51 AM   RIYADH

Saudi-based Armah Sports Company (Armah) has announced that it has signed a land lease agreement with Fawaz Abdulmohsen Saad Bin Saeed to develop and operate a sports club in capital Riyadh. Armah...

Oct 18, 2026 11:03 AM   RIYADH

Two of the major events in the Saudi construction sector - the 36th edition of Saudi Build and the 27th edition of Saudi Elenex - originally scheduled to be held from November 2 to 5 at Riyadh...

Oct 18, 2026 10:05 AM   MUSCAT

Oman Air and Finnair have launched a new codeshare partnership to expand travel connections between Finland Oman and Australia strengthening both airlines global networks through their membership...

Oct 18, 2026 10:01 AM   MANAMA

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will continue as a Strategic Partner of Sustainability Forum Middle East (SFME) for its fifth edition scheduled for January 26 27 2027 in Bahrain...

Oct 18, 2026 9:45 AM   Dubai

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is moving beyond its traditional role as an exhibition and conference venue towards an integrated economic platform aimed at increasing the sector s annual output...

Oct 18, 2026 9:42 AM   RIYADH

The International Energy Forum (IEF) has welcomed EDF power solutions to its Industry Advisory Council (IAC) strengthening industry representation in global discussions on energy security electricity...

Oct 18, 2026 9:20 AM   Dubai

SWS Board Technology has emerged the winner of the Dubai-it Award in the field of Economy. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai Deputy Prime Minister Minister...

Oct 18, 2026 9:18 AM   RIYADH

L&T Renewables KSA has signed an MoU with Onaizah Colleges to prepare Saudi students for renewable energy careers supporting Vision 2030 and the Kingdom s energy transition. Signed during the 25th...

October 15, 2026

A young man in Kuwait has been sentenced to three months in jail for harassing a woman with the catcall “Hala Abooy” while they were stopped at a red light. The phrase “Hala...

October 19, 2026

Sixty-two societies, associations and clubs in Bahrain have been ordered to dissolve and liquidate in one sweeping decision, affecting organisations spanning charity, youth affairs, professional...

October 19, 2026

UAE Vice President Shaikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed developments in the Middle East with Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman during a visit by the Saudi minister to Abu Dhabi...

October 17, 2026

The Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman has addressed a message of greetings on the occasion of Omani Women’s Day, which falls on 17 October...

October 19, 2026

A reconnaissance AH-6i helicopter crashed in the Najran region of Saudi Arabia, killing its two crew members, the Saudi-led coalition’s spokesperson Major General Turki Al Maliki said in a...

October 18, 2026

Six citizens were injured and three homes and three vehicles sustained material damage on Sunday when a projectile launched by the terrorist Houthi militia struck a residential area in the city of...

October 14, 2026

Kuwaiti traffic authorities have apprehended an individual after he was filmed allegedly painting graffiti on the walls of a school. Officers located the suspect after the department's dedicated...

October 16, 2026

Muscat: In a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry today, Oman today expressed its sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the government and people of Pakistan over a school roof collapse...

October 19, 2026

A leading Bahraini endocrinologist has been honoured for her contributions to advancing diabetes and endocrine care and strengthening scientific and professional collaboration across the...

October 17, 2026

The United Arab Emirates' General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) said seasonal weather conditions and reduced visibility in parts of the country may affect flight operations and cause limited...

October 19, 2026

His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received French Ambassador Éric Giraud-Telme. They reviewed aspects of bilateral co-operation and joint action. His Majesty commended the ambassador’s...

October 18, 2026

The King Fahad Causeway Authority has announced a traffic diversion starting tomorrow, October 19, for vehicles travelling from Bahrain to Saudi Arabia. The diversion will take effect from 10am...