Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns Jan 16 with star-studded lineup

Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns Jan 16 with star-studded lineup

The tournament continues to draw top-tier players and remains a cornerstone of the region’s sporting calendar

FIA's Mohammed Ben Sulayem says future of motorsport on the 'right track'

FIA’s Mohammed Ben Sulayem says future of motorsport on the ‘right track’

As the FIA continues to evolve, Ben Sulayem remains focused on driving the organisation toward a future shaped by technological innovation and sustainability

Goldman Sachs sees oil demand growing until 2034

Oil prices climb amid fall of Syria’s Assad regime

Brent crude futures rose 36 cents, or 0.51 per cent, to $71.48 per barrel on Monday amid the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime

AIX Racing brings the win home

AIX Racing brings the win home

The success at AIX Racing’s home ground is a moment of immense pride, marking a defining chapter in the team’s journey

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Abu Dhabi unveils expanded Golden Vendor list, covers 145 industries

By prioritising local content, the expanded list is poised to drive job creation, stimulate innovation, and accelerate Abu Dhabi’s transition to a diversified, non-oil economy

Qatar adds Audi Formula One team to its sporting line-up

Qatar adds Audi Formula One team to its sporting line-up

Audi is set to make its Formula One debut in the 2026 season and turn Switzerland-based Sauber into its factory team

The future of work: How entrepreneurs are redefining work-life balance

The future of work: How entrepreneurs are redefining work-life balance

Flexible and hybrid work models have disrupted the traditional on-site working arrangement for many sectors, allowing for practices such as remote working

How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

The VP and head of Fan Engagement and Direct-to-Consumer at NBA Europe and Middle East, shares the strategy and vision driving NBA’s expansion into Abu Dhabi and its presence in the region

Saudi Arabia’s PIF eyeing stake in sports streamer DAZN

Saudi Arabia’s PIF eyeing stake in sports streamer DAZN

The streaming platform is a broadcasting partner for Italy’s Serie A, Spain’s LaLiga, Germany’s Bundesliga and France’s Ligue 1

Golf Saudi, Topgolf Callaway to build golf venues in Saudi Arabia

Golf Saudi, Topgolf Callaway to build golf venues in Saudi Arabia

Golf Saudi plans to build three Topgolf venues by 2028, with the option to open two others in the future

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Dubai Fitness Challenge returns in October; details here

The 2023 edition of DFC saw participation from over 2.4 million people, making it one of the largest community fitness events globally

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UAE’s Myco raises $10m; plans expansion, blockchain migration

Following expansions into North America and Egypt, Myco is exploring growth territories and aims to conclude a second closing of its Series A funding by early 2025

Hatta Mountain Trails

Adventure tourism: Dubai completes Hatta Mountain Trails; see details

Whether you’re a casual walker or a seasoned cyclist, these scenic trails offer a unique way to explore the rugged beauty of Hatta’s mountainous landscape

UAE’s Ayesha Al Mehairi aims for top 8 finish in her second Paralympics

UAE’s Ayesha Al Mehairi aims for top 8 finish in her second Paralympics

With a strong focus on self-belief and determination, the 48-year-old shooter, a mother of five, expressed her goal of finishing in the top eight in Paris

Surf Abu Dhabi to open in october

Surf Abu Dhabi all set for October opening

Surf Abu Dhabi’s WSL certification will enable the destination to host professional surfing events

Mohammed Yahya, UAE’s first UFC fighter gears up for Aug 3 showdown

Mohammed Yahya, UAE’s first UFC fighter, gears up for Aug 3 showdown

Mohammed Yahya, the first Emirati fighter in the UFC, says he is all set to take on Brazilian Kaue Fernandes in Abu Dhabi on August 3, at the Etihad Arena

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15 stadiums across 5 cities: Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup 2034 roadmap

The kingdom’s capital city Riyadh will host eight stadiums, including the new King Salman Stadium, which will accommodate over 92,000 spectators

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh Image: Supplied

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh

In addition to international sporting events, the new stadium will host other entertainment, cultural, and social events

Saudi Arabia to build 92,000-seat King Salman Stadium in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia to build 92,000-seat King Salman Stadium in Riyadh

Covering more than 660,000 square meters, the stadium will serve as the home ground for Saudi Arabia’s national soccer team

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Paris rail network hit by attacks before Olympics opening ceremony

Trains from Paris to neighbouring Belgium and to London via the English Channel were disrupted

What the region's data centres can learn from UAE's Olympics swim team Image: Getty Images/ for illustrative purposes

What the region’s data centres can learn from UAE’s Olympic swim team

On average, a single large data centre generates enough heat energy to warm approximately 100 Olympic-sized swimming pools for an entire month

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How to watch the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony

Paris 2024 is integrating sports into the city’s fabric and will host the opening ceremony of the Olympics along the River Seine

Theme for success: A chat with Dubai Holding Entertainment's Fernando Eiroa

Theme for success: A chat with Dubai Holding Entertainment’s Fernando Eiroa

The CEO of Dubai Holding Entertainment talks about the company’s innovative projects, including Real Madrid World, Global Village and the Coca-Cola Arena and the core values driving the group’s success

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CFI brings F1 champion Lewis Hamilton aboard as global brand ambassador

This multi-year agreement with Hamilton represents a significant milestone for CFI, aligning it with one of the biggest names in motorsport

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games, IOC says

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games, IOC says

The agreement between the parties will be ratified at the IOC Session, which will be held on the eve of the Olympic Games in Paris

IBM AI to enhance Wimbledon experience

Catch me up: How AI is transforming the Wimbledon experience

The feature, developed using IBM’s Granite model through the watsonx platform, keeps tennis fans informed about their favourite players throughout the tournament

Summer at Dubai autodrome

Race through summer at Dubai Autodrome

Kick your adrenaline levels up several notches as you turn the city’s premier motorsport destination into your playground this season

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Saudi’s PIF holding talks to create billion-dollar boxing league: Reports

PIF wants to create a venture that would bring the main sport’s organisers together, in which it would take a minority stake, say reports

Phygital sports: UAE wins bid to host Games of the Future 2025

Phygital sports: UAE wins bid to host Games of the Future 2025

The Games of the Future 2025 is a key event in phygital sports, showcasing a fusion of physical and digital competition among talented athletes worldwide

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All about Special One: World’s longest sportfishing yacht and its Saudi connection

The superyacht has been described as a sportfisher on steroids with a long flaring bow of a typical American sportfish boat