Author: Emirates Insight
Marking a change from previous editions, this year’s list introduces a refined framework, broader regional scope, and a three-category structure designed to better reflect the diversity and dynamism of Arab influence in 2025. Focused approach The 150 Most Influential Arabs 2025 will be organised into three key categories, each celebrating a distinct form of impact: Disruptors: This category honours the innovators breaking barriers and redefining industries. Whether in fintech, sustainability, fashion, media, or technology, these are the bold thinkers driving rapid transformation and tackling the future head-on. Visionaries: Focused on purposeful leadership, this group includes cultural pioneers, policymakers, business leaders,…
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has announced the launch of new flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya, starting from 15 October 2025. The flights will operate from Terminal 3, Dubai International (DXB) with a four-times-weekly service. In addition to the new service to the capital, flydubai will increase its operations to Mombasa to a daily service from 01 October 2025, bringing the airline’s total weekly flights to Kenya to 11. Commenting on the announcement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “Kenya is an important market for flydubai, and we are pleased to strengthen our operations with the…
As he celebrates a history-making year in which he completed the career Grand Slam at Augusta National, Rory McIlroy has confirmed he will return to Emirates Golf Club to headline the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, taking place from 22–25 January 2026. The five-time Major winner, who currently leads the Race to Dubai Rankings and will be part of Europe’s Ryder Cup defence next week, will arrive in Dubai chasing a record fifth Dallah Trophy at the tournament widely regarded as the ‘Major of the Middle East’. The 2026 edition promises a whole host of new and exciting additions to…
Everyone’s asking the same thing: What’s the best crypto to buy now, especially with how wild this week has been? According to CoinGecko , a handful of altcoins are running laps around the majors. Avantis (AVNT) jumped 368%, trading at $1.03. Aster isn’t far behind with more than 500% climb, sitting at $0.64. STBL shocked the market with a 459% spike, and even Linea managed a respectable 16.9% gain. In comparison, Bitcoin barely moved, and Ethereum’s just flat. In this kind of setup, the best crypto to buy now might not be the big names—it’s the ones showing both growth…
Downtown Dubai’s boldest dining and lifestyle destination, Social Distrikt, is turning up the heat with the arrival of Mattar Farm, Kompay, and Shawarma Abu AlAbid, three exciting new vendors now part of its ever-growing line-up. Located on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Social Distrikt is more than just a food hall, it is a fully immersive lifestyle destination. Offering 22 globally inspired concepts across 42,000 sq. ft of buzzing indoor and outdoor space, along with HUSHH, the venue’s stylish 750 sqm nightlife and bar zone. Mattar FarmA proudly homegrown concept and the UAE’s undisputed smokehouse champion, Mattar Farm is the…
India and the UAE are reaping record results from CEPA, with non-oil trade soaring 33.9 per cent to $37.6bn in 2025. A new research roadmap has been unveiled as both nations push toward their $100bn trade target by 2030. In a landmark step to deepen the India–UAE economic partnership, senior ministers and business leaders convened high-level meetings in Dubai and Abu Dhabi to assess progress under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and chart its future trajectory. UAE-India trade The UAE–India Business Council – UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC) hosted a closed-door session in Dubai attended by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al…
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, inaugurated its new service to Iași, becoming the first UAE carrier to serve direct flights from Dubai. With the start of its twice-weekly service to Iași, the carrier grows its network in Romania to two destinations including Bucharest. In addition to flydubai’s new service to Iași, the carrier will ramp up its flights to Bucharest to a triple daily service, bringing its total frequency to the market to 21 flights a week. The inaugural flight landed at Iași International Airport (IAS) to a traditional water cannon salute and a warm welcome by local officials, airport representatives and…
Markets lit up when Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao quietly dropped the “ex-@binance” tag from his social bio, a small change that unleashed big speculation: was the former CEO preparing for a Trump crypto pardon? Why? Because Cz is based. CZ is the god king of crypto. On Polymarket, pardon odds swung wildly, hitting 64% on Saturday before slipping to 45% by press time. The back-and-forth highlights how closely investors link Zhao’s fate to Binance’s prospects. (Source: Polymarket) Zhao said in May that his legal team had filed a pardon request. If granted, it could open the door for him…
It’s World Wellness Weekend, the perfect time to relax, recharge, reset and explore wellness experiences across Abu DhabiThis wellness weekend, Abu Dhabi turns the city into a playground for wellness. Not that anyone ever needs a reason to unwind, but consider this your official sign to relax, recharge, and reset this weekend. From sunrise yoga by the sea to poolside breakfasts and sound healing sessions, there are ways to stretch, breathe, and reset your mind and body. Whether you want a quiet moment by the water or a full weekend of spa, movement, and mindful indulgence, the capital has you…
Liwa International Festival brings dune racing, family fun, and date palm traditions togetherLiwa is gearing up for one of the country’s biggest winter festivals. The Liwa International Festival 2026 will take over the desert from December 12, 2025, to January 3, 2026, bringing with it roaring engines, cultural showcases, and plenty of family fun.Staged against the backdrop of Tal Moreeb, one of the tallest dunes in the UAE, the festival has become a staple on the calendar for motorsport fans, adventurers, and desert campers. Expect high-octane speed races, drift shows, and dune driving challenges, with competitors flying in from around…