Author: Sam Allcock

The Design Your Future (DYF) Campaign has announced Seef Mall – Seef District as the official venue for the 9th edition of the Annual Business Quiz Show Competition, which will launch on 24 August 2025. The event, a flagship initiative under the DYF Campaign, continues to promote Bahraini youth talent and sectoral knowledge through competitive corporate engagement. Coinciding with the second season of the DYF Campaign, launched in April 2025, this year’s Business Quiz Show is once again backed by strategic partner Mastercard, serving as the campaign’s Knowledge Partner. The DYF initiative aims to equip high school graduates, university students,…

Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, widely known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has died at the age of 36 after spending more than two decades in a coma. The young royal slipped into a coma following a serious car accident in 2004, a tragedy that drew national attention and widespread sympathy across the region. His father, Prince Khalid bin Talal, announced his passing on Saturday through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), writing: “We mourn the death of our beloved son, Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Our…

A kiss cam moment during a Coldplay concert has spiralled into one of the most talked-about scandals in recent tech history, involving former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company’s HR head Kristin Cabot. The incident, which was captured live and quickly circulated across social media, has garnered over 15 million views, placing it among the most widely followed controversies of the year. As reported by Axios and supported by data from Muck Rack and Google Analytics, more than 22,000 news articles have referenced Astronomer—the U.S.-based artificial intelligence firm—since the scandal broke. Of those, over 9,000 focused directly on Byron…

Gulf Oil Middle East, a key player in the region’s lubricant sector, held its annual Distributor Convention at the Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Hotel in Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 40 regional partners and members of the leadership team. The event, a significant fixture in the company’s calendar, underscored Gulf Oil’s continued focus on distributor collaboration as a driving force for regional growth. The convention served as a platform to celebrate distributor achievements, share strategic insights, and present the company’s future roadmap. “This convention is not just a meeting—it’s a reaffirmation of the partnership model that defines our success,” said…

SAHAM Bank has strengthened its commitment to environmental sustainability through a new partnership with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), marking a major step in Morocco’s private sector green transition. The collaboration, part of the Green Economy Financing Facility Plus (GEFF Plus), will mobilize €55 million in green finance. The initiative is backed by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), the European Union (EU), and the Government of Canada through the HIPCA fund. It provides SAHAM Bank with two dedicated credit lines that will support companies investing in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and climate resilience. In addition to financial…

In a landmark moment for global luxury living, Shapoorji Pallonji, India’s 158-year-old construction and real estate conglomerate, has completed its first international residential project — Imperial Avenue — in Downtown Dubai. The development has officially received the Building Completion Certificate from Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), marking a major milestone in the group’s global expansion strategy. Soaring 45 storeys, Imperial Avenue offers sweeping views of the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Canal. It features a striking 10,000 sq ft grand lobby and an array of ultra-luxury amenities including infinity pools, private cinema lounges, a fitness centre, and family recreation…

In a bid to reshape the way UAE residents access personal vehicles, Dollar Car Rental UAE has launched a new Rent-to-Own (RTO) scheme, offering a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership with zero down payment, free insurance, and maintenance services included. As the rising cost of living and rigid financing systems continue to challenge car buyers, Dollar’s new model is designed to give drivers a simpler, more cost-effective way to own a car. The program allows customers to rent a vehicle for a set period with the option to purchase it at the end of the term or return it…

SBC Medical Group Holdings, a global aesthetic clinic operator, has acquired Japan-based MB career lounge Co., Ltd., bringing the renowned JUN CLINIC network under its umbrella in a move set to reshape the personalized beauty and wellness sector in Japan. The transaction, announced on 17 July, was completed through a cash share purchase, marking a strategic expansion for SBC Medical in the fast-growing field of aesthetic dermatology and plastic surgery. The acquisition includes JUN CLINIC, which operates in major Japanese locations including Shirokane, Ginza, Yokohama, and Nagano. Known for its customised laser treatments and non-invasive aesthetic procedures, the clinic has…

Amazfit, a global smart wearables brand owned by Zepp Health, has announced the addition of NFL running back Derrick Henry to its growing team of athlete ambassadors. The partnership aims to highlight Amazfit’s role in performance tracking, recovery, and overall wellness, as Henry enters his 10th season in the National Football League. Henry, known for his exceptional blend of power and speed, will use Amazfit devices—including the rugged T-Rex 3 smartwatch—to monitor health metrics throughout his rigorous training and recovery routines. The collaboration is expected to give fans and athletes a closer look at how wearable technology can contribute to…

In a significant step towards empowering Emiratis and enhancing their role in the private sector, the Dubai Land Department (DLD), through its Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), held a ceremony to recognise the top real estate brokerage firms contributing to the Dubai Real Estate Broker Programme. The event reflects Dubai’s broader strategy to increase national workforce participation in key economic sectors. Held at the DLD headquarters on Thursday, the ceremony was attended by His Excellency Omar Hamad BuShehab, Director General of DLD, along with senior executives and representatives from Dubai’s dynamic real estate industry. Ten brokerage firms were honoured for…