Some tenants who left Dubai for more affordable rents in neighbouring emirates may consider returning from 2026 onwards, as a wave of new residential supply is expected to ease rental pressure and offer greater choice, according to property market experts. The influx of new homes — alongside mounting traffic challenges faced by daily commuters —… Untitled
Author: Olga Gafurova
“Like a father to us”: Dubai says farewell to luxury industry veteran Abdulmagied Seddiqi
The UAE is mourning the loss of one of its most respected figures in the luxury retail sector. Abdulmagied Ahmed Seddiqi, co‑owner of Seddiqi Holding and a key leader of luxury retailer Ahmed Seddiqi, has passed away, his family confirmed this week. Seddiqi was a driving force in transforming what began as a modest watch… Untitled
Cartier unveils its High Jewelry Exhibition “En Équilibre” in Dubai
Cartier unveiled En Équilibre High Jewelry exhibition in Dubai, presented within the serene setting of Keturah Park. The collection reveals the Maison’s latest creations, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and savoir-faire. The En Équilibre collection draws inspiration from a world where beauty is both simple and bold, and where the interplay of opposites results in seamless balance.… Untitled
Dubai’s Most Elevated Valentine’s Experiences: A February Celebration of Love
A curated edit of the city’s most stylish celebrations, rooftop evenings, refined menus, immersive entertainment and modern indulgence This Valentine’s season, Dubai’s leading venues invite guests to celebrate love through a curated mix of elevated dining, atmosphere and modern indulgence. From ATTIKO Dubai’s red-lit Starlit Affair above Dubai Marina, to Ammos Greek’s elegant evening of… Untitled
An Authentic Iftar Experience at Hatta Restaurant, Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers
Celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan in the enchanting setting of Hatta Restaurant at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers, a five-star destination located in Deira along the historic Dubai Creek. Guests are invited to embrace the spirit of togetherness and tradition through a thoughtfully curated Iftar experience served daily from sunset until 8:30 pm.… Untitled
Dubai welcomes 19.59 million international visitors in 2025
Dubai’s tourism industry achieves third successive record-breaking year with 19.59 million international visitors in 2025, up 5% YoY Strategic partnerships, global marketing campaigns and major events contributed to Dubai welcoming 19.59 million international overnight visitors in 2025, marking a 5% increase compared to 18.72 million arrivals in 2024, according to data published by the Dubai… Untitled
Ladurée elevates Valentine’s Gifting with Paris Flight Prizes hidden inside Macaron Boxes
Every Valentine’s macaron box contains a Love Ticket, unlocking guaranteed rewards from indulgent in-store experiences to iconic luxury prizes Ladurée elevates Valentine’s Day gifting with a luxury-led campaign where every macaron box from its Valentine’s collection includes a Love Ticket with a guaranteed prize. Available across three curated box options, each purchase unlocks an instant… Untitled
Mohammad Al Gergawi: Governments must be ready to serve a new mankind
World governments must fundamentally rethink how they operate to respond to a new global reality and a new kind of humanity, according to Mohammad Al Gergawi, UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the World Governments Summit. He was delivering the keynote address on the opening day of the World Governments Summit 2026 in… Untitled
Rodeo Drive Ibn Battuta Gate launches Family Cookout Brunch
A flavour-packed all-American weekend feast with live entertainment and kids’ activities – perfect for families who love great food, music and fun Rodeo Drive Ibn Battuta Gate invites families to gather for a lively new weekend tradition with the launch of its Family Cookout Brunch, taking place every Sunday from 18 January 2026, between 1:00… Untitled
Dubai to launch Glydways network of self-driving pods at cost comparable to Metro
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is preparing to launch a new autonomous transit network powered by Glydways, a system of self-driving pods designed to operate on dedicated lanes similar in width to cycle tracks, offering metro-like capacity at a fraction of the cost. The first rollout is expected to take place later this year… Untitled
Last Updated: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | 8:01 am | Dubai, United Arab Emirates