April 28, 2026
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Bodour Al Qasimi signs cooperation agreement with Moroccan culture

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has entered into a strategic partnership with Morocco’s Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication – Culture Sector to enhance cooperation in the publishing industry and advance shared cultural and knowledge-based development goals. The agreement was signed in Rabat by Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SBA,

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The Emirates A380 Is Back in Dubai, Now Powered by Starlink Wi-Fi

Emirates has marked a new milestone in aviation innovation with the return of its flagship Airbus A380 to Dubai, now equipped with next-generation Starlink Wi-Fi. According to Emirates’ official website, the upgraded aircraft is the first A380 in the world to feature Starlink connectivity, delivering ultra-fast, “better than at home” internet speeds at 40,000 feet.

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Visits Date Factory, Highlights Agri-Tech Innovation

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently visited a date processing factory in Dubai, highlighting the UAE’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its agricultural and food production sectors, according to Dubai Media Office (DMO). During the visit, Sheikh Mohammed reviewed advanced technologies used in date processing, packaging, and quality control, emphasizing the importance of

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UAE Launches Major $272M Push to Boost Domestic Industry

The UAE has unveiled a AED1 billion ($272.3 million) national fund aimed at accelerating the localization of critical industries, strengthening domestic supply chains, and advancing the country’s industrial self-sufficiency. The initiative, announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, forms part of a broader national strategy to localize the production of more than 5,000 essential

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Nassef Sawiris leaves London as UAE rises as a new hub for global wealth

Egyptian billionaire Nassef Sawiris is completing his exit from the UK, closing the London office of his investment firm NNS Group by the end of April. The move caps a gradual withdrawal that began last year, following major changes to Britain’s non-domicile tax framework, and underscores a wider shift among global elites away from London.

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Sharjah Launches $1.4M Stability Fund To Support Local Startups, SMEs

Sharjah is reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship with the launch of a new AED 5 million ($1.4 million) “Stability Fund for Entrepreneurs,” introduced by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa). The initiative is designed to support startups and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in maintaining resilience during periods of economic uncertainty. Announced by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al

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Special Feature: HH Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi Launches Inanna Reborn

In a striking new chapter at the intersection of culture, fashion, and identity, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi has launched Inanna Reborn, a concept-driven fashion label that redefines luxury as something deeply rooted in memory, mythology, and meaning. Unveiled against the evocative landscape of Najd Al Meqsar in Sharjah, the brand emerges not simply

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Tim Cook Will Step Down as Apple C.E.O.

Apple has announced a major leadership transition, naming longtime hardware chief John Ternus as its next Chief Executive Officer. Ternus will assume the role on September 1, succeeding Tim Cook, who will remain with the company as executive chairman. Cook, widely recognized for his operational expertise, has led Apple through a period of extraordinary growth,

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Al Habtoor to invest AED 5bn in new Dubai commercial tower

Al Habtoor Group has announced plans to invest over AED 5 billion (USD 1.36 billion) in the development of a new commercial tower within Al Habtoor City, reinforcing its confidence in Dubai’s continued economic growth. Strategically positioned along Sheikh Zayed Road, the project will further enhance the mixed-use destination, complementing its existing residential, hospitality, and

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Exclusive Interview: Hany Saad, The Man Behind Luxury Design in the MENA Region

Inside the mind of the visionary behind Hany Saad Innovations – a journey of design, execution, and building a regional luxury brand. The name Hany Saad carries weight in the worlds of architecture and interior design. As the CEO and Founder of Hany Saad Innovations (HSI), Saad has spent more than two decades reshaping how

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