International Flip Flop Day is prompting a short, targeted promotion in the UAE beachwear market. From 19 to 30 June, Sleepers, a footwear brand carried by Hamac, is running a Buy 2, Get 1 Free offer on its flip flops. The campaign is positioned around summer wardrobe refreshes, with the brand highlighting comfort and durability … Read more
The Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show, taking place at Expo Centre Sharjah and set to conclude on Sunday, is drawing attention for a run of luxury showcases from local exhibitors. While the event’s broader program spans watches, diamonds, and gemstones, several on-floor pieces are emerging as the most talked-about attractions among visitors. A gold … Read more
Female players take a larger role at Dubai’s GameExpo Dubai’s GameExpo, the flagship attraction of the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026, placed a renewed emphasis on female participation in competitive gaming and community programming. Over three days, thousands of attendees watched university squads and established streamers compete on the main stage, reflecting broader … Read more
Phyllo bakery piehaus brings French comfort to Alserkal Avenue with Chef Hadrien Dubai’s boutique phyllo bakery piehaus has launched the second instalment of its Counter Culture collaboration series, inviting French chef Hadrien Villedieu to reinterpret classic flavours within the bakery’s signature hand-stretched phyllo. The limited run runs from 8 to 21 June at piehaus’ Alserkal … Read more
Family-focused Father’s Day offers at Timo, Al Jaddaf Rotana Timo, the all-day dining venue at Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, is promoting a Father’s Day weekend with targeted offers for families. The hotel is extending a complimentary upgrade to an alcoholic beverage package for fathers who join the Saturday brunch as part of a family … Read more
Langham Pink Run returns in 2026 with expanded global schedule Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has confirmed the return of its Pink Run series for 2026, a multi-city programme of charity runs and walks designed to raise funds and awareness for local causes while promoting community engagement and wellness. The second edition builds on last year’s … Read more
More than 1,500 take part in TrainYAS ‘Together We Ride’ at Yas Marina Yas Marina Circuit hosted a special edition of its TrainYAS community fitness programme on 3 June, the day commemorating World Bicycle Day, with organisers reporting attendance of over 1,500 participants. The evening event, billed as Together We Ride, brought families and recreational … Read more
Yas Heat Academy drivers to make first UAE appearance at FIA Karting Academy Trophy Two drivers from Yas Heat Academy at Yas Marina Circuit, Essa Al Hammadi and Faris Haroun, will represent the United Arab Emirates in the 2026 FIA Karting Academy Trophy, marking the first time Emirati drivers have been selected to compete for … Read more
Italian design on display at One&Only One Za’abeel Natuzzi Italia, the Italian furniture maker, served as a sponsor for Italian National Day events held on June 4, 2026, at the Solar Ballroom of the One&Only One Za’abeel hotel in Dubai. The appearance offered the brand a platform to present a curated selection of sofas, armchairs … Read more
Student innovators take centre stage at Dubai Esports & Games Festival More than 7,300 student submissions were evaluated as part of the Dubai Esports & Games Festival’s (DEF) Educational Engagement Programme, which concluded with awards announced at the opening of GameExpo at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment … Read more