Author: Editorial team
As the UAE celebrates Eid al-Fitr this weekend, the strengthening of bonds between families, communities, and cultures is more poignant than ever. The exchange of gifts, a tangible demonstration of that bond, has the power to lift spirits, raise a smile, and serves as a reminder to hold faith for the future. Perhaps the most powerful symbol of optimism is fine jewellery. On the surface, purely an aesthetic luxury, precious jewellery represents a conviction that a piece will be passed down through generations, gathering stories and significance over the years. “Jewellery, like human resilience, is something that is timeless; it…
QBS Software Middle East, formerly emt and part of QBS Technology Group, is reinforcing its commitment to Artificial Intelligence through the launch of its AI Excellence Centre, a strategic initiative designed to embed AI across its operations, empower its workforce, and accelerate AI adoption across the META region. At QBS Software Middle East, AI is not a future concept, it is already part of everyday operations across sales, marketing, technical services, project delivery, and finance, enabling teams to work more efficiently, make faster decisions, and deliver enhanced value to partners. We walk the talk: AI in everyday operations AI is…
Working from home in the UAE does not mean fewer rules or flexible obligations. Employees are still bound by the same working hours, performance standards and legal responsibilities as office-based staff. A new guide issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) lays out in detail how remote work operates in the private sector, covering everything from working hours and leave entitlements to employer obligations, monitoring rules and penalties for non-compliance. It offers clarity for both companies and employees navigating hybrid and remote arrangements. Here is a breakdown of what the rules say: What is remote work? Remote…
In the quiet valleys of the Val-de-Travers, where the rhythms of Swiss watchmaking still dictate the pace of life, Parmigiani Fleurier has always taken a more contemplative path than most. Founded by master watchmaker and restorer Michel Parmigiani, the maison grew out of a respect for horological heritage — the kind that comes from decades spent restoring some of the world’s most historical timepieces. That shaped Parmigiani’s outlook: watches must possess technical integrity, but also a sense of aesthetic equilibrium. It is an approach that found perhaps its modern articulation in the Tonda PF collection when it arrived in 2021.…
MUSCAT, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — The Education Statistics in GCC Countries 2024 report, issued by the GCC Statistical Centre (GCC-Stat), revealed rapid growth in the education sector across the GCC countries, driven by the expansion of educational institutions and increasing numbers of students and teachers. This reflects the strategic importance GCC countries place on developing human capital and enhancing the quality of education. The report indicated that the total number of students enrolled in general education in GCC countries reached approximately 10.9 million in the 2023/2024 academic year, compared to about 10.4 million in 2018/2019, recording an average annual…
Cisco has announced a major expansion of its Secure AI Factory with NVIDIA, giving customers a framework for deploying AI across their entire infrastructure – from central data centre to local sites where data is created and decisions are made. Cisco Chair and CEO Chuck Robbins has said the expansion of its partnership with NVIDIA sets a new standard in performance that makes it easier to deploy, operate and secure AI infrastructure. Enterprises, neoclouds, sovereign clouds, and service providers can now move AI from pilot to full-scale production without stitching together disconnected systems, compressing deployment timelines from months to weeks…
SHARJAH, 31st March, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) concluded the 36th edition of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2026, achieving record sales of AED550 million and a 10 percent growth compared to the 2025 edition. The festival gave a significant boost to Sharjah’s retail sector and commercial activity, strengthening the emirate’s reputation as a top destination for shopping and family tourism. Held under the theme “Ramadan Spirit in the Heart of Sharjah”, the event was part of the wider Sharjah shopping promotions for 2025–2026, which commenced on 1st December. The closing ceremony was held at…
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is opening new vehicle testing and registration centres at three new locations in the emirate: Deira, Bur Dubai and Mohammed Bin Rashid City. The move allows existing centres, as well as investors looking to enter the sector, to submit applications to establish new centres or open additional branches, in line with approved regulatory standards and requirements. The step aims to expand the network of service centres through which RTA delivers vehicle testing and registration services, bringing them closer to residents across Dubai. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT…
This Eid al-Fitr, Paramount Hotel Midtown invites guests to experience Dubai from above with a stylish skyline escape in the heart of the city. Guests can enjoy a stay with the full amount redeemable as dining credit at Malibu Sky Lounge, a rooftop gem set high above the city, offering a refined culinary experience paired with sweeping skyline views. Wake up to spectacular views of Dubai’s iconic skyline before continuing the experience at Malibu Sky Lounge infinity pool. From relaxed dining moments to sunset views high above the city, the stay blends exceptional cuisine with Paramount’s signature cinematic flair. Offer…
WASHINGTON, 7th March, 2026 (WAM) — The US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has definitively ruled out any possibility that asteroid 2024 YR4 could collide with the Moon in 2032, according to new observations from the James Webb Space Telescope. Earlier orbital calculations had indicated a small 4.3 percent chance that the asteroid could strike the Moon. However, improved readings from the James Webb Telescope, collected in February, confirmed that the asteroid will pass at a safe distance of about 13,200 miles from the Moon’s surface on 22 December 2032. The asteroid, estimated to be about 200 feet in…