Cristiano Ronaldo and regional wellness icon Karen Wazen back new wearables as GCC emerges among WHOOP’s fastest-growing markets
Lifestyle
Fujairah
Fujairah to host World Taekwondo Cadet Championships 2025 with record global participation
The event will welcome a record 811 athletes aged between 12 and 14, representing 93 countries
Abu Dhabi
The biggest celebration of its kind as Yas Island Abu Dhabi lights up for Disney announcement
Global Celebrities — Tyrese Gibson, Naomi Campbell, Nancy Ajram, Chiara Ferragni, and Ed Westwick joined the celebrations on Wednesday May 7th on Yas Island
Golf
PIF to offer $13mn purse in ladies golf’s revamped Global Series
Five tournaments in Riyadh, Seoul, London, Houston and Shenzhen are part of the PIF Global Series on Ladies European Tour this year
Camel
Oman to launch camel milk cheese factory in Dhofar
First camel cheese production factory in Oman’s Rakhyut, Dhofar supported by UN
Dubai
Dubai Premier Padel P1 sets UAE record with 7,000-seat indoor centre court
After a successful debut in 2024, Dubai Premier Padel P1 returns this November with a new venue, increased capacity, and a strong line-up of top international players expected to compete at the Hamdan sports complex
Brand View
ZEGNA launches new signature loafer with historical Italian roots
The design features the 232 Road symbol across the vamp, connecting the shoe to ZEGNA’s heritage
Dubai police
Dubai Police add custom Rolls-Royce to supercar fleet
Dubai Police adds custom Rolls Royce to supercar fleet
FIFA
FIFA selects Hisense as official partner for Club World Cup 2025
Hisense will provide VAR screens and broadcast tech for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, supporting core tournament operations
Chelsea FC
DAMAC partners with Chelsea FC for first football-themed luxury residences in Dubai
Dubai developer to feature on club’s shirts as 1,400-unit seafront project launches in Maritime City
World Padel Academy
World Padel Academy makes history with two FIP tournaments in two nations in one week
Over the course of one electrifying week, the FIP Silver Damac Dubai and FIP Bronze Durrat Al Bahrain tournaments brought together 236 players from 38 nationalities
Dubai
Dubai’s JA Resorts invests AED300m in new multi-sport complex
The JA Sports & Shooting Club will feature international-standard football and cricket grounds, an indoor shooting range, and integrated jogging and cycling tracks connected to the group’s existing hotels
BENO
BENO launches new yacht charter lounge at Dubai’s Marsa Al Arab Marina
The BENO Lounge, situated within the marina adjacent to Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab hotel, serves as an access point for clients to explore the company’s range of services
Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi
BRED Abu Dhabi festival launches with music, fashion and sports showcase
The five-day festival launches its third edition with regional rap performances, exclusive fashion drops, sports competitions, and art installations at Yas Marina Circuit – All you need to know
Dubai startup launches AI cloud gaming platform
The Game Company introduces its AI-powered cloud gaming platform at Dubai AI Week
Bab Al Shams
Spartan Race Middle East draws over 5,500 participants to Bab Al Shams event
The event, set in a Colosseum-inspired arena against the desert backdrop of Bab Al Shams, featured race waves from morning through evening
Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF)
Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2025: $136,000 prizes, gaming tournaments, industry talks
Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2025 will be spotlight event for gaming industry in the UAE