Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Museum of the Future, affirmed that Dubai and the United Arab Emirates have made designing the future a shared global goal, uniting the world to create a better tomorrow by leveraging present and future opportunities, serving communities and ensuring the best for future generations. His remarks came on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the Museum of the Future’s opening, as it approaches the milestone of five million visitors since its opening on the 22nd February 2022. The figure reflects the Museum’s expanding global presence and growing demand for its programmes and unique

A brief pause from practice offered a different kind of release for Chinese tennis player Shang Juncheng, who visited the Smash Room truck inside the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships village, embracing a high-energy off-court experience ahead of tournament week in the emirate. The 21-year-old welcomed the opportunity to step away from his usual training routine and try something new as he prepared for his opening-round match against Alexander Bublik, who reach the final of Dubai’s ATP 500 event in 2024. “It was a really fun experience,” said Shang. “You don’t get to do something like this very often, so it was

During the holy month of Ramadan, Billionaire at Mandarin Oriental Downtown unveils a special adaptation of its acclaimed Up in the Sky show, reimagined as Wonder Between Sky and Spirit - a refined and immersive edition that honors the season's atmosphere of reflection and elevated emotion. Performed nightly, this limited-edition experience preserves the essence of Billionaire's signature DNA while introducing a more voice-led, illusion-driven narrative created especially for Ramadan. Under the artistic direction of Irma di Paola, the show unfolds as a journey suspended between gravity and lightness, strength and serenity. While maintaining its immersive amphitheater staging on the 61st floor,

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract for Phase II of Hessa Street Development. The project spans the 3 km corridor between Al Khail Road and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road. It includes upgrading three major intersections by constructing bridges extending 8,835 metres and a 480-metre tunnel, as well as improvements to entry and exit points along several connecting roads. The project will increase Hessa Street’s capacity by 100 percent, from 4,000 vehicles per hour to 8,000 vehicles per hour. It serves 10 residential and development areas, benefiting around 650,000 residents, and will reduce journey time from 24 minutes

Ramadan is fast approaching, and FIX Dessert Chocolatier — the home-grown brand behind The Original Dubai Chocolate — is marking the holy month with flavour comebacks, a fresh makeover, and one very sweet first. Starting off with a major moment for knafeh fans. FIX is finally giving its cult‑favourite dessert bar the whitechocolate treatment, launching “Can’t Get KnafehOf It” in a brand‑new white chocolate version. Already a Mini best‑seller, the flavour now steps into the spotlight as a full‑sized bar. But Ramadan wouldn’t be Ramadan without the return of two FIX icons:• Mahalabi Or Not To Be – Creamy mahalabia meets crispy

Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has officially unveiled The Plaza – a landmark open-air events and entertainment space, inviting the city to connect, gather and tap into the energy of Uptown Dubai’s most dynamic new destination. Spanning 21,000 square metres, The Plaza is designed as a flexible, purpose-built platform where live events, culture and community converge. As a mixed-use public space which can accommodate up to 4,000 guests, The Plaza has been developed as a place where community, creativity and culture intersect – transforming Uptown Dubai into a vibrant day-to-night destination for residents, visitors and the wider city. Overlooking the JLT skyline,

The live theatre production KARN Warrior took the stage on 15th February 2026 at Theatre by QE2, offering audiences a visually striking and emotionally charged retelling inspired by the journey of the legendary warrior Karna. Produced by ANT Management and written and directed by Alex Broun, the show combined live action, original music, choreography, and large-scale LED visuals to create a fully immersive theatrical experience. The production’s dynamic lighting and cinematic screen design transformed the stage, drawing the audience into each moment of the story and elevating the emotional intensity of the performance. One of the most inspiring moments behind the scenes

In today’s digital landscape, websites are no longer optional—they are mission-critical assets. Whether you run an eCommerce platform, a corporate website, a SaaS product, or a professional services portal, your online presence directly impacts revenue, reputation, and customer trust. Yet cyberattacks are increasing in both volume and sophistication. Industry reports consistently show that small and medium-sized businesses are prime targets because attackers assume their defenses are weak. This is where a Web Application Firewall (WAF) becomes essential. What Is a WAF and Why It Matters A Web Application Firewall (WAF) acts as a protective barrier between your website and incoming traffic. Instead of

Dubai Autodrome, a subsidiary of Union Properties and the city’s leading integrated motorsport and driving experience venue, has announced its Ramadan programme featuring night racing events, competitive karting championships, car track days and curated Ramadan hospitality experiences. Running throughout the Holy Month across Dubai Autodrome and Dubai Kartdrome, the programmeis designed around Ramadan timings, focusing on evening and night activities that combine performance driving, competitive racing, and social experiences in a single destination environment.This initiative reinforces the venue’s position not only as a centre for motorsport, but as a broader entertainment and lifestyle destination in Dubai. Faisal Alsahlawi, General Manager of