Author: Elle Houghton

Rockville, USA & Dubai, UAE – HyBotX, a startup specializing in hybrid-power solutions for humanoid robots, has partnered with venture builder FasterCapital to extend the operational runtime of ruggedized outdoor robots. The collaboration, announced on December 22, 2025, aims to deploy HyBotX’s hybrid-power modules across defense, industrial, agricultural, and disaster-response applications globally. The partnership addresses a persistent limitation in the humanoid robotics sector: energy constraints. Most battery-powered robots operate for just two to three hours, restricting their use in heavy-duty, remote, or extreme-environment missions. HyBotX’s hybrid module, which combines an internal combustion engine with a high-density lithium-ion battery and optional supercapacitors,…

Dubai, UAE – December 5, 2025: Emaar Properties has announced plans for Dubai Square, a retail and entertainment complex billed as the world’s first drive-through mall, set within the Dubai Creek Harbour mega-project. The development, spanning 2.6 million square meters, is expected to open in three years and form the centerpiece of the AED 180 billion waterfront city. The project positions Dubai Creek Harbour as a major global destination for shopping and leisure. Emaar said the mall will integrate advanced retail, dining, and entertainment technologies alongside pedestrian-friendly streets and a fully connected transport network. Its drive-through design marks a departure from traditional mall layouts, allowing customers to…

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – April 18, 2026: South African superstar Tyla, a two-time GRAMMY® winner, will perform at the post-qualifying concert on the Main Stage of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit during the FORMULA 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026, organizers confirmed. The announcement adds to a weekend packed with high-speed racing and live entertainment along the Red Sea coastline from April 17–19. Tyla, whose global hit “Water” made her the highest-charting African female soloist in Billboard Hot 100 history and exceeded one billion Spotify streams, will join a lineup of international performers including Shakira, Pitbull, Kygo, and Marwan Moussa. Her debut album, TYLA, produced twelve Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Chart entries,…

Dubai, UAE – February 9–12, 2026: Indian orthopedic implant manufacturer Siora Surgicals Pvt. Ltd. will present its latest trauma and orthopedic solutions at the World Healthcare Exhibition (WHX) Dubai 2026, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The company will display its innovations at Booth N37.A71, offering healthcare professionals and distributors a first-hand look at its product range. The exhibition provides a global platform for medical device makers, healthcare providers, and distributors to explore emerging technologies and establish international partnerships. For Siora Surgicals, participation in WHX represents an opportunity to strengthen its global distribution network and highlight advancements in orthopedic care. Siora Surgicals, which has…

Saudi Arabia has made its debut on the global culinary map with the launch of the MICHELIN Guide Saudi Arabia 2026. The Guide highlights 52 restaurants across Riyadh, Jeddah, and AlUla, including 11 Bib Gourmand winners, recognized for quality food at affordable prices, and 41 MICHELIN Selected establishments noted for high-standard cooking and consistency. The launch was rolled out digitally in three stages from October to December 2025, following an initial announcement in June in partnership with the Culinary Arts Commission. Each restaurant was evaluated against MICHELIN’s five criteria: ingredient quality, flavor harmony, mastery of technique, chef personality, and menu consistency.…

Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club (SGSC) hosted its latest Monthly Medal tournament, where Bimal Jain claimed first place with a net score of 69, outperforming a competitive field of club members. The event, held under favorable course conditions, showcased strong scoring across both net and gross divisions. Sultan Qazi secured the runner-up position with a net 71, while Jian Yu Li rounded out the podium at net 72. In the Gross Division, longtime member George Liu demonstrated consistent play to post a 77 and take top honours. Jain praised the club and organisers for a well-run tournament, noting that the…

HONOR, the global AI device ecosystem company, is set to showcase its latest innovations at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona on March 1, 2026. The event will feature the HONOR Robot Phone, the next-generation foldable HONOR Magic V6, and upcoming devices such as the MagicPad 4 and MagicBook Pro 14, highlighting the company’s focus on AI-powered productivity and design. The HONOR Magic V6 foldable builds on previous models with a slimmer profile, larger battery, and improved durability, while the MagicPad 4 and MagicBook Pro 14 aim to demonstrate enhanced performance in ultra-thin devices. The Robot Phone marks the…

Radisson Hotel Group’s loyalty program, Radisson Rewards, has surpassed 27 million members worldwide, driven by an expansion of partnerships across banking, travel, and lifestyle sectors. The program aims to make earning and redeeming points easier and more relevant for members, as the group continues to grow its portfolio of more than 1,600 hotels globally. The latest partnerships, launched in 2025, target key growth regions including the Middle East, India, Europe, and the UK. In Saudi Arabia, Al Rajhi Bank joined the loyalty program, while in the UAE and Qatar, new collaborations were formed with HSBC Bank. India saw Radisson partner with HDFC Bank and Axis Bank, supporting…

Saudi-rooted fashion label JAY3LLE has released a first look at its upcoming collection through a campaign shot in the Saudi desert, underscoring the brand’s ambition to position itself as a regional player with global reach. The images, set against resort-style backdrops and open desert landscapes, mark the latest move by founder Johan Lindeberg to define the label’s visual identity around movement, minimalism and place. The campaign was photographed in Saudi Arabia and features garments designed to transition between sport and everyday wear, including structured tracksuits, lightweight layers and graphic headscarves. “The desert has always inspired me — its freedom, its stillness, its power,” Lindeberg…

UAE-based insurance marketplace Policybazaar.ae has launched a new comprehensive motor insurance product that guarantees access to premium repair services, partnering with Watania Takaful and Pitstop Automotive Services LLC in a bid to reshape the post-purchase experience for drivers. The product, branded “PB Auto Care Advantage (Pitstop P360),” combines standard comprehensive coverage with priority claims handling and repairs at Pitstop facilities across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Policybazaar says the plan is available exclusively through its platform. The launch targets a common friction point in the UAE motor insurance market: access to agency-level repairs after a vehicle’s initial years on the road. Neeraj Gupta, chief…