02 / Features / October 2026
Executive / Saudi Arabia
Corporate Access Relationship Officer, Saudi Tadawul Group
From running student events at a Riyadh university to staging the listing ceremonies of the Saudi exchange, the invisible work behind a flawless morning.
United Arab EmiratesExecutive
Head of Finance & Insurance, The Elite Cars
Twenty-one years in the UAE car business, from selling spare parts across a counter to running the finance desk of a luxury showroom.
Saudi ArabiaExecutive
Customer Experience and Integration Senior Head, Saudi Tadawul Group
From a bank s first contact center to the customer-experience backbone of the Saudi exchange, the quiet infrastructure of getting it right.
Saudi ArabiaExecutive
Showroom Manager, Audi, SAMACO
"Our role has evolved from simply selling a car to becoming trusted advisors."
Saudi ArabiaExecutive
Assistant QA Manager and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Sierra Life Food Industries
From a lab bench in Jordan to Assistant QA Manager at Sierra Life Food Industries, by way of every job that keeps food safe.
Saudi ArabiaOperator
Captain Waiter, Hilton Makkah
From a commis chef s station in Islamabad to Captain Waiter at Hilton in Makkah. Six years, every rung earned.
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in partnership with Microsoft, has launched a unified digital platform to consolidate and develop its services, aiming to improve operational excellence…
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Get featured / October 2026 issue
Each month we profile founders and executives from across the GCC. An editor writes it, you check it, and it runs on the site and in the issue.
04 / Business
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in partnership with Microsoft, has launched a unified digital platform to consolidate and develop its services, aiming to improve operational excellence…
Visit Qatar has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Qatar Financial Centre Authority (QFCA) to integrate digital assets and distributed ledger technology (DLT) into the…
Dubai South Properties has announced the launch of South Bay Mall, a new retail and lifestyle destination located in the heart of the master development’s Residential District. The…
Universities across the UAE are shifting their focus from traditional, theory-heavy curricula to a more dynamic model centred on practical skills and deep industry collaboration. This evolution in…
Alfardan Exchange and The Royal Mint have showcased the new Britannia gold bullion range at a prestigious event in Doha, reinforcing a partnership aimed at making premium, internationally…
For decades, Bollywood folklore has insisted that Dharmendra converted to Islam in order to marry Hema Malini. When confronted with this persistent rumour in a past interview, the…
05 / Technology
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in partnership with Microsoft, has launched a unified digital platform to consolidate and develop its services, aiming to improve operational excellence…
The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) has launched a significant digital transformation initiative to modernise its operations by integrating Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI…
Dubai hosted the Fourth Asgardia Executive Congress, unveiling the Asgardia Emirates Station to advance space exploration and technology transfer.
Dubai Holding and Palantir launch Aither, a joint venture to scale AI across UAE sectors, boosting digital transformation and supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
Qatar aims to increase its digital economy s GDP contribution to over QR40 billion by 2030, creating 26,000 ICT jobs and boosting R D investment.
DP World and Parkin are launching a smart parking system at Dubai’s Al Aweer Market to improve traffic flow and logistics efficiency.
03 / Newsroom
06 / Lifestyle
The Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has issued comprehensive guidelines for spectators attending the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025. Scheduled for 28 to 30 November, the…
The inaugural UFC Fight Night in Doha has been declared a major success, with Visit Qatar announcing a sold-out event that drew more than 8,000 spectators to the…
The UAE has confirmed the dates for the 2025 Islamic New Year holiday, setting up a three-day weekend for residents. Employees in both the private and public sectors…
Lammah Al Bahar Festival in Al Dhafra brought culture, fitness, and entertainment to Abu Dhabi s Al Mugheirah Beach, attracting over 50,000 visitors.
Discover the top brunches in Dubai this weekend, featuring dining deals and experiences like City Social’s rooftop brunch and Ting Irie’s vibrant Jamaican feast.
Discover top dining spots, chilled beaches, and seasonal menus in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, perfect for beating the summer heat with refreshing drinks and vibrant brunches.
07 / Sport
Championship leader Lando Norris arrives in Qatar for this weekend’s Grand Prix with a chance to secure his maiden world title, despite a dramatic disqualification in Las Vegas…
The Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has issued comprehensive guidelines for spectators attending the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025. Scheduled for 28 to 30 November, the…
The inaugural UFC Fight Night in Doha has been declared a major success, with Visit Qatar announcing a sold-out event that drew more than 8,000 spectators to the…
Qatar opens the FIFA U-17 World Cup today against Italy, marking the start of the tournament in Doha with 48 teams competing over 25 days.
The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 kicks off with Qatar facing Italy in the opener. The tournament runs for 25 days across eight Aspire Academy stadiums.
The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 kicks off with hosts Qatar facing Italy in the opener, aiming for a strong start in the 104-match tournament.
