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After teasing its next budget-friendly phone earlier this month, Google today officially lifted the covers off the newest member of its Pixel 10 lineup. The all-new Pixel 10a arrives largely as expected, offering a modest refresh over the Pixel 9a with only a couple of subtle design refinements and incremental spec upgrades rather than a sweeping overhaul. For the most part, the Pixel 10a sticks closely to its predecessor, so let’s start with what’s new. The phone drops the plastic ring around the rear camera module, allowing it to sit even more flush with the back panel for a cleaner,…

Three-year scientific leadership grant focused on ancient environments and early human occupation | Deadline: 31 March 2026 Sharjah, February 16, 2026 Following the recent inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the Government of Sharjah under the supervision of Sharjah Archaeology Authority (SAA) has opened applications for its Long-Term Research Grant, calling on international research teams to lead a three-year scientific investigation into ancient environments and prehistoric human occupation at the World Heritage site. H.E. Eisa Yousif The Long-Term Research Grant forms the core scientific pillar of the Faya Research Grant Programme, a flagship AED 2…

Google is expanding the multimodal capabilities of Gemini, once again. Following the success of the viral Nano Banana image generator, the company is releasing Lyria 3, an AI model that can generate music. Google says you can get started with your words and describe what kind of music you want to generate, and the model will comply. Alternatively, you can feed it a picture or even a video, and Lyria 3 will generate a “high-fidelity track,” with custom lyrics in tow. “From funny jingles to lo-fi beats, you can create custom 30-second soundtracks for any moment,” says the company. Lyria…

Dubai, 18 Feb, 2026: Mercedes-Benz, as Premier Partner and Exclusive Automobile Partner of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships 2026 under its long-term Premier Partnership with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), will be supported locally by Gargash Enterprises, the authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. As part of this global agreement between Mercedes-Benz and the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, the Mercedes-Benz presence at the event reflects the Middle East’s role within a broader international platform for women’s tennis, connecting performance, innovation and leadership through premium experiences for players, fans and guests. In support of…

Microsoft has unveiled the second wave of titles hitting your Xbox Game Pass library this month, and there are some absolute bangers in the mix that you won’t want to miss. The latest lineup, confirmed via Xbox Wire, is one of the most exciting drops of the year so far, and includes legendary RPGs, fresh day-one releases, indie picks, and even a big sports title. Leading the charge is The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, arriving February 19 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Game Pass Premium subscribers on console and cloud. This critically acclaimed open-world RPG from CD PROJEKT RED…

Dubai, Feb 18, 2026: Dubai based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, released its first-ever GCC Real Estate Industry Report, outlining prospects for what has become one of the most appealing investment categories in the region over the past decade. Alpen Capital’s report points to continued steady growth, as both supply and demand factors mature supported by ambitious economic diversification agendas, sustained foreign investment, and supportive regulatory reforms across the region. Sameena Ahmad, Managing Director, Alpen Capital In addition to presenting a supply side outlook, the report evaluates the current market landscape and provides a comprehensive assessment of the GCC real…

Nothing is gearing up to unveil its latest budget-friendly phones, with CEO Carl Pei having recently teased a March 5 launch event. While the company hasn’t officially shared any details, leaks suggest the Nothing Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro are on the way. The new models are expected to build on last year’s Phone 3a series with upgraded chipsets, improved durability, and faster wired charging. Now, a fresh leak has revealed key specifications and pricing for both models. The leaked information comes from tipster Billbil-kun, who shared details about Nothing’s upcoming Headphone (a) earlier this month. The leaker claims…

Maha Al Gargawi: “By connecting impactful projects with vital funding and resources, we are empowering a new generation of entrepreneurs to address social and environmental challenges.” H.E Marwan Rashed BinHashim: ““This collaboration reflects our commitment to building an integrated ecosystem that strengthens partnerships between the community and the private sector, and supports a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable economy, in line with the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33 Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Community Contributions Establishment –…

Cyberpunk 2077 on Android just crossed a line that used to belong to tech demos and wishful thinking. In a recent ETA PRIME video, the game runs on a phone without cloud streaming and without a nearby PC doing the heavy lifting. The setup relies on PC emulation layers, including GameHub and WinLater, to translate x86 games so they can run on ARM phone hardware. It’s starting to look like a repeatable recipe instead of a one-off stunt. ETA PRIME used a Red Magic 11 Pro, which they call the most powerful Android phone it has tested so far. The…

Aster launches Diabetes 360 Care Clinic at Aster Clinic, Al Qusais, offering holistic care from diabetes onset to long-term management Launch aligns with Dubai 10X vision for early disease detection and prevention, alongside UAE’s new sugar tax With diabetes and prediabetes affecting nearly one in three adults in the UAE, according to the Dubai Health Authority’s household health survey, and 40.7% of cases remaining undiagnosed, as reported in the Dubai Diabetes and Endocrinology Journal, Aster’s initiative aims to turn awareness into early action.14 Dubai, UAE – February 18, 2026: As the UAE takes a decisive step towards improving public health with…