Keeping up with the updates from across the GCC region is quite difficult. To ensure you are ahead of these developments, we have made a list of some important news pieces that we think you will want to keep in mind. From the UAE to Saudi Arabia and beyond, here are some important updates that we think you will want to read up on from across the GCC region.
GCC Updates
1. Lulu Opens New Hypermarket At Moopans Mall
Lulu has expanded its presence in the UAE by opening a new hypermarket at Moopans Mall. This is in Oud Al Muteena, Dubai, and the new store is the 291st store in the GCC. Not to mention, it is the 127th store in the UAE. It’s spread across 40,000 m² and offers a wide range of groceries, bakery products, fresh fruits & vegetables, hot meals, fresh food, and other daily essentials.
2. Heavy Rains Predicted For Saudi Arabia Until Saturday
Heavy rains have been predicted in Saudi Arabia until Saturday. Yes, as the kingdom braces for widespread thunderstorms, the NCM has also predicted the possibility of flash floods, hail and strong winds that exceed 60 km/h. This forecast is for moderate to heavy thunderstorms, which may occur across Jazan, Asir, Medina, Hail, Riyadh, Qassim, the Eastern Province, Al Baha, Mecca, and Najran.
3. City Centre Deira Unveils Gold Rangoli
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On the occasion of Diwali, visitors at City Centre Deira, as reported by Gulf News, were treated to a giant gold rangoli. This rangoli had been made entirely of real gold and diamond jewellery. The rangoli was installed at the mall with the help of 213 pieces of jewellery that weighed 6.5 KG. The rangoli was created by DAMAS in collaboration with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment. The detailing includes heavy bangles, necklaces, earrings, and pendants. In fact, a team of 10 craftspeople worked for 16 hours to hand-arrange every piece of jewellery.
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4. Dubai To Extend Metro To Al Maktoum International Airport City
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his post on X, revealed that he has approved strategic projects. These are worth over AED11 billion and will extend Dubai Metro Route 2020 to Al Maktoum International Airport City. It is expected that operations are set to begin in 2031.
5. Emirates Adds More Premium Economy Seats
Emirates has announced that it is expanding Premium Economy offerings. This is across Europe and adds 31 weekly flights to destinations. These include Cape Town, Phuket, Hanoi, and Manila this winter. It should be noted that the premium economy seats are available on 31 of the airline’s 41 destinations across Europe and the UK.
So, with these updates from across the GCC region, we hope you can stay ahead of the news.
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