Dubai business owners dealing with poor-quality leads, hiring problems, inefficient systems or a business that relies too heavily on them are being invited to a free one-day accelerator on Friday, 2 October at Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai. Fix & Scale, hosted by the Business Owners Collective (BOC), is aimed at owners whose businesses have grown but are still being run much as they were when they started. It will help them identify what is no longer working and what needs their attention first.  The event comes as the UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global centre

Forex traders and other online financial instruments investors looking for a powerful desktop trading environment often opt for MetaTrader 5 (MT5) for PC. The desktop platform version supports forex, stocks, futures, and other financial instruments, while combining more innovative charting, market analysis, order management, and automated trading, all in one interface. Whether you use Windows, macOS, or a Linux operating system, you can download the official desktop MT5 version to get the most out of your trading experience.  Top 4 Essential MT5 for PC Trading Features Traders Should Know Understanding the following major features of MT5 for PC can help you use

Opening at Q East by Alphabeta in Al Quoz this October, NESTT is a new 11,000 sq ft contemporary lifestyle destination bringing together fresh Euro-Mediterranean dining, a consciously designed indoor playground, creativity and community under one roof. Created by Haider Madani, Co-Founder of Mad-Room group and child psychologist parenting educator and Co-Founder of The Wise Parent Sarah Raslan, NESTT brings together two distinct areas of expertise: hospitality and child development. Their shared vision was to create a destination that feels equally considered for adults and children, without compromising the experience of either. Design plays a central role in bringing that vision to

Samsung Gulf Electronics is giving the usual coffee run a Galaxy makeover, teaming up with your neighborhood coffee brand Backyard for a limited time activation that brings coffee culture and Galaxy technology together. Until September 27, Backyard's Al Jada and Mirdif locations in Dubai will turn green for the takeover, giving visitors the chance to take part before it wraps up. Titled the Green Takeover, the activation is designed to give goers an immersive, hands-on introduction to Samsung's newest foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip8 in the online only exclusive Green colors,

If your idea of the perfect weekend morning is a good breakfast, an excellent cup of coffee and nowhere you need to be for the next few hours, Coffee Planet deserves a spot on your list. The UAE-born coffee brand has cafés across Dubai, so there's no need to trek across the city for your weekend fix, simply pick the location closest to home and settle in. With its cafés located within community spaces, Coffee Planet makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed breakfast without having to venture too far from home. But while the convenience makes it an easy choice,

The Coterie on Sheikh Zayed Road is set to mark the third anniversary of its beloved Quiz & Chips night this October. The popular weekly event will celebrate three years of competitive trivia, hearty British fare, and vibrant community spirit on Friday, 9 October, with a birthday edition promising bigger prizes, themed entertainment, and a warm gathering for regulars and newcomers alike. Hosted every Friday from 8PM, Quiz & Chips is led by Dane Bowers and Sibbers, whose lively hosting and engaging questions have made the event a Friday staple. For AED 225, guests receive five tokens to participate and enjoy

Dubai’s tourism industry is increasingly demonstrating its strength, with the city’s hotel sector delivering sustained performance growth, according to the latest data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) ahead of the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The performance through August reflects the strength of the systems, partnerships and diversified market base that Dubai and its partners have built over the years. It is a testament to the resolve of an industry that has continued to invest, innovate and deliver for its guests, and it underlines confidence in the destination’s position heading into the final

Season 5 of the biggest cricket league in the Gulf region – the second-most watched T20 league in the world – DP World International League T20 will begin on Sunday, 22 November 2026. The six-team, 34-match tournament, which has featured some of the biggest T20 stars over the years, will climax with the Season 5 finale on Sunday, 20 December, at the Dubai International Stadium. The league moved to a December window in Season 4; the first three seasons were played in the January-February window. Season 4 was a big success with enhanced broadcast numbers, and spectator attendance. The tournament’s final

One of Dubai’s longest-running sporting traditions returns from 27 to 29 November 2026 when Emirates Dubai 7s takes over The Sevens Stadium on Al Ain Road. The event has grown far beyond a conventional rugby tournament. International rugby sevens remains at its heart, with the 2026–27 HSBC SVNS season beginning in Dubai across Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, but the wider festival now combines community sport, youth competitions, elite fitness, music, food and family entertainment. That mixture has helped Emirates Dubai 7s develop an identity that is difficult to compare with most other sporting events in the city. Some competitions ask spectators to

Dubai T100 Triathlon returns from 13 to 15 November 2026 with a new Al Mamzar race location and three different distances designed to attract everyone from experienced endurance athletes to first-time triathletes. The headline 100km event combines a 2km swim, 80km bike ride and 18km run. Athletes looking for a shorter challenge can choose the Olympic-distance event, while newcomers have the option of entering a sprint triathlon. That range is important because triathlon can initially appear intimidating. Training for one endurance discipline already demands commitment. Triathlon asks athletes to prepare for three different sports while also learning how to transition efficiently from one to another. Yet