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When Natasha Sideris opened the first tashas restaurant in Johannesburg’s Atholl Square in 2005, she never imagined it would grow into an international dining empire. Now based in Dubai, Sideris is leading one of the most ambitious expansions in global hospitality, taking her boutique approach to dining far beyond her native South Africa. Today, Tashas Group operates 40 restaurants across five countries. Of these, 18 are located in South Africa, 17 in the UAE, 3 in Saudi Arabia, 1 in Bahrain, and 1 in the UK. With 15 additional openings scheduled in the next 18 months, the group is on…
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier operator, has announced the launch of daily non-stop flights from Sharjah International Airport to Warsaw Modlin Mazovia Airport, starting December 20, 2025. The addition of this airport complements the airline’s service to Warsaw Chopin International Airport, offering passengers flexibility and convenience when travelling to the Polish capital. “We are glad to introduce a new service to a second airport in Warsaw, offering daily non-stop connectivity between the UAE and Poland. This new service reinforces our commitment to providing customers with more travel choices and underscores the growing…
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) has launched with its largest ever commercial offering, featuring thousands of deals across hospitality, retail, and entertainment sectors as the emirate seeks to drive summer tourism. The 66-day festival, running until 31 August and organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), spans hotels, attractions, dining, and retail with participating venues offering significant discounts to stimulate consumer spending. The DSS ENTERTAINER has returned with over 7,500 Buy One Get One Free offers across dining, attractions, hotels, spas, and fitness venues. The three-month unlimited access product, valid seven days a week, targets both residents and tourists with…
American investment giant BlackRock is considering a sale of its stake in the leasing rights to Saudi Aramco’s natural-gas pipeline network back to the energy giant, a report by Bloomberg said, based on talks with people familiar with the matter. The New York City-based company, which has over US$11.5 trillion in assets under management, is in talks with Aramco about a potential deal, the unnamed sources said, adding that BlackRock might consider a sale to other buyers if an agreement with the Saudi oil company is not reached. If the deal comes through, it would demonstrate Aramco’s confidence in the growing value…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Still stuck asking, “What business should I start?” You’re asking the wrong question.Most entrepreneurs waste months chasing random business ideas that don’t fit their personality, skills, or lifestyle — then wonder why they burn out or get stuck.But what if you could flip the script — and use AI to uncover 101 small business ideas that are custom-built for you?In this video, I’ll show you exactly how to turn AI into your personal business strategist to:Unlock 101 personalized, profitable small business ideas tailored to your skills, personality, time, and income goals.Identify your…
Earlier this week, San Diego startup Gallant announced $18 million in funding to bring the first FDA-approved ready-to-use stem cell therapy to veterinary medicine. If it passes regulatory muster, it could create a whole new way to treat our fur babies. It’s still an experimental field, even though people have been researching stem cells for humans for decades. Seven-year-old Gallant’s first target is a painful mouth condition in cats called Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis (FCGS), which Gallant says could receive FDA approval by early 2026. The field has shown some encouraging early results. Studies on dogs with arthritis showed improvements in…
UAE air travel disruption easing continues as flydubai and Air Arabia have announced the resumption of flights to Iran. Both flydubai and Air Arabia issued statements on Friday, July 4 stating the return of flights to cities in their networks. The airlines will start flying from the UAE to cities in Iran, including: Bandar Abbas Mashhad Tehran Lar Shiraz Flydubai resumes UAE to Iran flights In a statement on its website, flydubai said: “flydubai has returned to full operations across its network following the lifting of airspace restrictions in the region. “Effective from July 4, flights to Bandar Abbas, Mashhad…
From UAE holidays to highways, mortgages to mega-sales — here’s what made headlines across the UAE and Gulf this week. Whether you’re planning your next day off or tracking the region’s real estate boom, we’ve got you covered. Catch up on 10 of the biggest stories news stories of the week as selected by Arabian Business editors. When is the next 2025 UAE holiday? People in the UAE enjoyed a long weekend break as workers in the public and private sectors were given a holiday to mark Islamic New Year on Friday, June 27. It followed a short time after…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. From the outside, becoming a CEO can look like reaching the top of the mountain — a final, triumphant chapter after a long climb. But here’s the real story: It’s not the end. It’s a new beginning. One filled with curveballs, late-night worry sessions and more lessons than any business school could ever cram into a syllabus.As CEO of BELFOR, the world’s largest property restoration company, I’ve had the incredible privilege (and, let’s be honest, the intense pressure) of helping grow our team from 19 people to more than 13,000 across the…
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Almost half of the U.S. workforce now juggles a side hustle alongside their day job. But starting one isn’t as simple as it sounds — especially when time and money are tight. The biggest challenge? Figuring out how to build a recognizable brand and generate steady cash flow without sacrificing your sanity.If you want a side hustle that not only survives but thrives, you need a clear plan that plays to your strengths, solves real problems and grows steadily without overcomplicating things. Here’s a practical step-by-step guide to help you get there.Related:…