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For some Emiratis, getting the perfect cup of coffee no longer means heading to a café. Instead, they are spending thousands of dirhams on machines and learning how to make their preferred brew at home. Obaid Ateeq Alkaabi knows the process well. The owner of Slow Drip estimates that he spent around Dh33,000 on coffee machines, equipment and tools, although the purchases initially had nothing to do with starting a business. “I bought the machines first for myself, not for a business,” Obaid told Khaleej Times. “I wanted to learn about coffee.” A longtime coffee lover, Obaid said making it at…

Hosam Eddin Hashish, Founder and Managing Director of ITFinder. ITFinder, a UAE-focused technology services marketplace, is simplifying how businesses and individuals discover, compare and connect with qualified IT service providers across the UAE. Finding the right technology partner can be time-consuming, particularly for SMEs and organisations without dedicated IT teams. Businesses often rely on referrals, online searches and multiple conversations before identifying a suitable provider. Founded in Dubai in 2025, ITFinder brings service discovery, quotation requests and provider connections together on one platform. It serves SMEs, larger organisations, entrepreneurs, small-office and home-office users, and individuals seeking technology support across the…

Flydubai is expected to be the first airline to shift part of its operations to Dubai’s new mega airport, Al Maktoum International (DWC), Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths has said, with five or six aircraft set to relocate from Dubai International (DXB) as early as next year.Speaking at an international media briefing hosted by the Dubai Media Office, Griffiths said the move of operations from DXB to DWC would unfold gradually over several years rather than all at once, comparing it to Hong Kong’s overnight relocation of its airport from Kai Tak to Chek Lap Kok in the late 1990s…

The 2026 Emmy Awards will feature some familiar faces, with stars from Charlie’s Angels and Buffy the Vampire Slayerset to appear as presenters.The Television Academy announced its first group of presenters for the ceremony, with Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd all included in the line-up.The three actresses are known for starring in the classic television series Charlie’s Angels, which premiered in 1976 and celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.Kate and Jaclyn were part of the original trio alongside the late Farrah Fawcett, while Cheryl joined the series in its second season as Kris Munroe following Fawcett’s departure.All three are now set to…

There could be more trouble for Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan as the two Pakistani cricketers have been issued call-up notices by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), according to media reports in Pakistan.Imam, Rizwan and another unnamed cricketer have been summoned to the NCCIA office on Friday as part of an investigation into data retrieved from their mobile phones by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).The two players were among seven cricketers sent home by Pakistan following their series loss to England after the Lord’s Test.Imam, the left-handed opener, and wicketkeeper-batter Rizwan will be asked to unlock their phones so…

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed lays wreath at Germany’s central memorial to victims of war and tyranny during state visit Berlin: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today visited the Neue Wache memorial in Berlin as part of his state visit to the Federal Republic of Germany. His Highness laid a wreath inside the Neue Wache, which serves as Germany’s central memorial to the victims of war and tyranny. His Highness was accompanied by members of the UAE delegation. Source: Emirates 24|7

DUBAI, 10th September, 2026 (WAM) — Nasdaq Dubai welcomed the listing of a US$1.75 billion, 3-year benchmark bond issued by New Development Bank (NDB). This brings NDB’s total listed value on the exchange to US$3.75 billion under its US$50 billion Euro Medium Term Note (EMTN) Programme, reflecting NDB’s continued confidence in Dubai’s capital markets to access regional and international investors. The issuance carries a coupon of 4.375 % and matures in 2029. Issued under NDB’s EMTN Programme, which provides the Bank with a flexible and efficient framework to issue debt instruments aligned with its development mandate, it forms part of…

DIFC-based fund will invest in private credit opportunities across the Gulf, focusing on businesses underserved by traditional lenders.Dubai: Dubai-based Damanat has announced its sponsorship of Damanat Fund CEIC Limited, a privately held tokenised trust fund based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) with a target size of US$100 million.According to information shared with FinBold, the fund is designed to address an estimated US$250 billion financing gap for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the GCC.The fund’s launch comes amid continued challenges in SME financing. Despite contributing more than half of the UAE’s GDP and employing the majority of the…

With new camera controls, a foldable display and tools for shooting solo, local creators weigh in on how Apple’s latest devices could affect their workflow For content creators, smartphones are increasingly used for more than capturing photos and videos. They are also used to edit footage, review material, and publish content directly to social media. Apple’s latest iPhones introduce several features aimed at those uses. The tech company unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max alongside the iPhone Duo, its first foldable smartphone, on September 9. The Pro models introduce additional camera controls, while the Duo combines a foldable…

Dubai Airports withstood 111 threat alerts and 17 ballistic missile strikes during the regional conflict this year, with most causing minimal damage and all those injured now fully recovered, CEO Paul Griffiths has said.Speaking at an international media briefing hosted by Dubai Media Office on Thursday, Griffiths said the figures reflected the resilience of Dubai’s aviation sector through an extraordinary period of disruption.“The most satisfying statistics: there were zero deaths and very, very limited casualties. I’m very pleased to say that all of those people have now fully recovered,” he said.Griffiths added that most of the injuries recorded were minor…