Business & Investments

Emirates Gold Marks 34 Years and Sets Its Vision for the Future of Gold in 2026

Dubai, UAE (February 26, 2026) – As Emirates Gold enters its 34th year, the UAE-based precious metals refinery looks ahead to 2026 with a bold vision centered on expansion, innovation, and industry leadership. Built on more than three decades of refining excellence, certified standards, and institutional trust, the company is entering its next phase of growth with a clear ambition: to strengthen its position as the region’s leading minting company and gold refinery while expanding its global footprint.

Mr. Abhijit Shah, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Gold,

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Ramadan Kareem

Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism Hosts Laborers’ Iftar in Dubai

DUBAI: A heartwarming example of unity and compassion was witnessed in Dubai as a Ramadan Iftar initiative for laborers brought together people from different nationalities under one shared table, reflecting the true spirit of the holy month.

The ongoing Iftar series is being hosted by Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. The initiative is led by Dr. Zafar Tahir Rizvi, CEO of Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism, along with Dr. Fatima Khalid, Marketing Head, and Vista team, who are jointly overseeing and coordinating the program. Their leadership highlights the organization’s commitment to serving humanity, strengthening community bonds, and promoting social harmony during Ramadan.

The initiative focuses on providing Iftar meals to hardworking laborers, acknowledging their vital contribution to the UAE’s development. Guests and attendees praised the effort as a meaningful gesture of generosity, inclusivity, and respect values deeply rooted in both Islamic teachings and the UAE’s multicultural ethos.

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Automibiles & Motoring

MKV Luxury Introduces Dubai’s First 60-Minute Instant Rent-to-Own Program

Dubai, UAE – MKV Luxury Car Rental has announced the launch of Dubai’s first 60-minute Instant Rent-to-Own program, offering a streamlined and structured pathway to premium vehicle ownership without traditional bank financing.

The newly introduced model enables eligible customers to complete documentation and activate their agreement within 60 minutes, subject to standard compliance procedures. The initiative is designed to remove common ownership barriers such as lengthy loan approvals, credit score dependency, and complex banking requirements, while maintaining full legal compliance under UAE regulations. CEO Shahbaz Ashraf stated that the launch represents a strategic move toward flexible, customer-focused mobility solutions tailored to Dubai’s dynamic market.

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Education

World’s largest book sale, Big Bad Wolf 2026, opens in Dubai with over 1m books

Dubai, UAE – February 26, 2026: Big Bad Wolf (BBW) Books has officially opened its doors at the Sound Stage, Dubai Studio City, marking the start of its 2026 Dubai edition and welcoming visitors to the world’s largest book sale. Running until March 8, the 11-day event returns in partnership with the Sharjah Book Authority and Dubai Culture & Arts Authority.

Bringing together more than one million books under one roof, with discounts of up to 95 per cent and prices starting from AED 2 and free entry, the book fair once again reinforces its founding principle: making reading accessible and affordable for all. Spanning fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, cookbooks, educational resources, and self-development titles, the expansive warehouse-style layout allows readers to browse freely and discover books across every major genre.

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Real Estate

Smart Investors Eye Dubai Islands and Dubai South, Says Amirah Developments

UAE property data highlights a shift focused toward Dubai Island and Dubai South

Date: February 26, 2026; Dubai, UAE

Dubai’s real estate market is entering a new infrastructure-led growth phase, with Dubai Islands and Dubai South widely regarded as the emirate’s next future hotspots. Backed by long-term master planning, government investment, and large-scale connectivity upgrades, both districts are attracting investors seeking early positioning within high-potential corridors.

Recognising the long-term potential of these master-planned corridors, Amirah Developments has strategically aligned its growth strategy with both locations. Through projects such as Bonds Avenue on Dubai Islands and Crown Palace in Dubai South, the developer identified early-stage opportunities within districts supported by infrastructure certainty and projected population growth.

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