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The Middle East’s flexible office market is entering a new phase of growth as companies seek greater agility in response to changing workplace models, artificial intelligence-driven disruption and an influx of new businesses into the region, according to a new report by JLL.The consultancy’s 2026 assessment of the Middle East and Africa flexible workspace sector suggests that flexible offices are evolving from a niche offering into a strategic component of corporate real estate portfolios. At the same time, most companies remain heavily reliant on traditional office leases, creating what JLL describes as a significant opportunity for future growth.The report found…
Actor Nana Patekar died at 5.20 am on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence, Dr Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Department of Oncology at Manipal Hospital, told ANI over the phone.According to Dr Salkar, Patekar suffered cardiac arrest at his residence, and CPR was administered for 45 minutes. He remained in asystole throughout the CPR.A medico-legal case (MLC) has been completed, while a post-mortem examination is required, according to the doctor. The doctor confirmed Patekar’s death and said efforts to revive him continued for 45 minutes following the cardiac arrest.Stay up to date with the latest news.…
Embattled Fifa president Gianni Infantino has been accused of a potential abuse of power and conflict of interest after the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) filed formal complaints to two Fifa committees.They revolve around three matters: Infantino’s aborted plan to open up the World Cup to private investors, the lifting of the suspension of US star Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup following an intervention by Donald Trump, and Fifa’s awarding of a so-called Peace Prize to the US president.The first filing made on Tuesday “asks the Ethics Committee to examine the conduct of Fifa President Gianni Infantino and any…
BHM Capital led new account openings with 20,751, while March was the busiest month with 12,837 new accounts. Here’s the full breakdown of DFM’s strongest investor acquisition periodAbu Dhabi: The Dubai Financial Market attracted 64,400 new investors during the first nine months of 2026, confirming the market’s clear strength, the diversity of investment options and instruments, and the gains achieved by major companies and stocks, which motivated new segments of investors to strongly enter active financial market activities, especially foreign investors.According to data from the Dubai Financial Market, brokerage firms added 24,800 new accounts during the first quarter, keeping pace…
(L-R) Jawad Jalabane, Head of Africa, Logitech for Business & Murad Ali, Head of Middle East & Central Asia, Logitech for Business. Logitech announced that its annual Partner Connect Program, RISE 2026, will take place in Cairo, Egypt, from 6th to 8th October. With more than 150 partners attending, RISE 2026 is one of the biggest channel partner events for Logitech in the Middle East and Africa region. Now in its third year, the global channel partner program focuses on enhancing the partner experience by providing access to Logitech’s B2B product portfolio, simplifying program management and offering new incentives and…
Legal experts say consumers can document and report violations to authorities without fear, but three factors determine legality: the purpose of filming, how the footage is used and who receives it Fujairah: Consumers resort to protecting their rights by filming a violation, with the intention of documenting it. However, the way the video is used after filming may move its owner from the position of a reporter to the position of one accused of defamation, if it turns out that the goal of the recording is to offend. Legal experts stressed the consumer’s right to document violations and not to…
FUJAIRAH, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, received Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, at Al Rumailah Palace. During the meeting, they discussed a number of matters related to the industry and technology sectors and reviewed developments in ongoing work and initiatives aimed at strengthening national industrial capabilities and supporting innovation and technology, thereby contributing to economic diversification and enhancing the UAE’s competitiveness. The meeting also addressed the importance of continuing to develop the national industrial ecosystem, strengthening integration among…
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed urges worshippers to perform Salaat Al Istisqaa half an hour before Friday prayers and pray for rain and mercy Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has called for a prayer for rain, known in Arabic as Salaat Al Istisqaa, to be performed at all mosques across the UAE on Friday 9th October, half an hour before the Friday prayer. His Highness called upon everyone to pray to God for rain and mercy, in line with the Sunnah (traditions) of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. Source: Emirates 24|7
Dubai developers are increasingly turning to celebrity-led branding and luxury lifestyle experiences to attract buyers, with Danube Properties unveiling a new residential tower linked to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan in Dubai Maritime City.The project, Shahrukhz Residences by Danube, follows the launch of Shahrukhz by Danube, a commercial tower that the developer said sold out on its launch day. The waterfront residential development will offer fully furnished apartments starting at Dh1.65 million, with a payment plan requiring 30 per cent during construction and 70 per cent on handover.Danube describes the development as the world’s first celebrity-named residential tower, underscoring a…
Lionel Messi brought the curtain down on his 21-year international career on Tuesday, bidding farewell to adoring Argentina fans in an emotional final appearance for the former world champions in Buenos Aires.In a perfectly scripted finale, the 39-year-old widely regarded as the greatest football player in history signed off with his 126th international goal in front of 85,000 supporters as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 victory over Benin.Messi, playing in his record-extending 208th international, also provided the assist for the opening goal scored by veteran Nicolas Otamendi, with Nico Paz also scoring.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow…