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For generations, some of the greatest sporting achievements have been measured in seconds. Usain Bolt ran 100 metres in 9.58 seconds, setting a world record that has stood since 2009 and establishing a benchmark for human speed. At the other end of the distance spectrum, Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge redefined what seemed possible in marathon running when he completed the Berlin Marathon in 2 hours, 1 minute and 9 seconds in 2022, then a world record. In April 2026, fellow Kenyan Sebastian Sawe pushed that boundary even further, becoming the first athlete to officially complete a marathon in under two hours…

New agent-ready capabilities combine AI-assisted development, full-stack cloud infrastructure and governance, helping developers build and deploy applications faster and more securely. Dubai – September 21, 2026: Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, announced the launch of new capabilities for Catalyst by Zoho, its cloud platform for application development, for developers and businesses in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to turn AI-generated code into production-ready applications faster and with greater control. The new enhancements to Catalyst enable developers to work directly with popular agentic AI coding assistants, including Anthropic’s Claude Code and OpenAI’s Codex. Developers can use the…

On the nights of 24 to 26 November 2026, thousands of lanterns will rise above Chiang Mai’s ancient city in one of the most breathtaking spectacles on earth. This is why you need to be there. There are perhaps a handful of moments in a lifetime of travel that stop you completely. Not because of what you see, but because of what you feel. The Yi Peng Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai is one of them. Held on the full moon of the twelfth lunar month, Yi Peng falls this year across 24 to 26 November, with the Tourism Authority…

FUTURE HOSPITALITY SUMMIT HONOURS VISIONARY LEADERSHIP IN SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, receives FHS Leadership Award *** Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline, is awarded the FHS Lifetime Achievement Award Dubai, UAE. 21 September 2026.  Future Hospitality Summit – FHS World today announced the winners of this year’s FHS Awards, presented to exceptional leaders and visionaries in hospitality and tourism at FHS World, taking place from 29 September – 1 October at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. Representing unparalleled leadership, vision, achievement, excellence and innovation, the accolades will…

6 Digital Skills Becoming Essential for Construction Professionals According to a recent skills report, 59% of quantity surveying and construction professionals identified advanced digital tools as the most important skill for the future. Construction has always relied on practical experience: understanding how projects are delivered, spotting risks early and knowing when something on site is not right. These skills remain essential, but as digital tools become more embedded across the industry, the way construction teams work is changing. As a digital platform working with construction teams around the world, PlanRadar has identified six skills that are becoming increasingly important on the modern jobsite, helping professionals work more efficiently and adapt as construction becomes more digital. 1. Creating clear digital project records Good documentation is more than taking a photo or writing a quick note. Site information should clearly show what happened, where it happened, who is responsible and what action is needed. This makes it easier for contractors to respond and for reviewers to confirm that…

New West Yas centre will offer improved facilities, expanded diabetes and endocrinology services, and new specialist clinics Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 21 September, 2026 : Imperial College London Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (ICLDEC), part of M42’s Outpatient Care division, is relocating its Zayed Sports City branch to a new centre in West Yas, creating an enhanced environment for patients with improved accessibility, upgraded facilities and a broader range of specialised services. The relocation reflects ICLDEC’s continued commitment to evolving its services around the needs of patients and the communities it serves. The new West Yas centre will build…

All five residential towers at Alef Group’s waterfront development are now sold out Alef Group sells all homes at ‘Linar’, its AED 4 billion waterfront development in Al Mamzar, Sharjah Group’s CEO confirms construction is scheduled to commence this year. Demand from domestic and international buyers reflects Sharjah’s growing appeal as a destination for living and investment Sharjah recorded approximately AED 29.5 billion in real estate trading during the first half of 2026 Raed Kajoor Al Nuaimi: The complete sell-out of Linar’s five residential towers within such a short period demonstrates how buyer expectations and the very definition of real…

Partnership will explore the deployment of advanced digital technologies, BIM adoption and workforce development initiatives to support the Kingdom’s rapidly expanding infrastructure agenda Dubai; UAE 20 September 2026 – Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, is showcasing its vision for the future of facilities management at SFMA EXPO 2026, which is taking place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC). Participating as a Golden Sponsor, Nemetschek Arabia is demonstrating how connected digital technologies can help organizations improve operational efficiency, enhance asset…

Agreements signed in Seoul will connect South Korean AI capabilities with opportunities in smart cities, data infrastructure and international markets Seoul, South Korea – 21 September 2026: South Korea’s Gyeonggido Business & Science Accelerator (GBSA) and Dtonic Corporation have signed separate collaboration agreements with Presight, a global leader in applied AI for intelligent systems, to strengthen international technology partnerships and open new avenues for South Korean AI companies to access global markets. Signed during the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) in Seoul, the agreements will explore how South Korean AI capabilities can support practical applications in smart cities and data…

New Fujairah-ICAD rail service and customs-enabled inland gateway bring port services closer to customers across Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE – 20 September 2026: Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, and AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a global enabler of integrated trade, industry and logistics solutions, have partnered to launch a direct rail service connecting Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD). The integrated inland logistics rail depot solution, linking one of the UAE’s East Coast maritime gateways on the Gulf of Oman with the nation’s industrial heartland in the capital Abu…