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Alan Conde
Sports Journalist
Alan Conde is a seasoned sports journalist based in the UAE, originally from Brazil. With over a decade of experience, he covers football, cricket, motorsports, and tennis across Abu Dhabi and the wider Gulf.
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Volynets vs Parks at WTA Dubai Open
Katie Volynets faces Alycia Parks in the qualifying round of the WTA Dubai Open 2026 tennis tournament in Dubai.
4 Jul 2026
Sheikh Mohammed celebrates Egypt World Cup last‑16 berth
Sheikh Mohammed lauded Egypt’s World Cup achievement, noting the 4‑2 penalty victory over Australia and the pride it brings to the Arab region.
4 Jul 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo penalty sparks viral debate
Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty during Portugal's World Cup win sparked online speculation about the words he used before the kick.
4 Jul 2026
Harpreet Bhatia swaps IPL for UAE, earns first cap
Harpreet Bhatia, 34, has debuted for the UAE cricket team, marking a swift transition from India’s IPL to his new national side.
4 Jul 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo dedicates Portugal World Cup win to Diogo Jota
Cristiano Ronaldo scores Portugal’s opening goal in their 2-1 World Cup win over Croatia and dedicates the victory to Diogo Jota, saying, 'We know he is present with us.'
4 Jul 2026
Shah Rukh Khan opens Knight Riders Cricket Ground in LA
Shah Rukh Khan’s Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Los Angeles has opened as the first stadium built by a global franchise outside its home market.
3 Jul 2026
Turkish Airlines resumes Abu Dhabi flights from July 1
Turkish Airlines has resumed Abu Dhabi flights on July 1, offering travelers fresh weekend options across its expanding Middle East schedule.
2 Jul 2026
Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Honors Wrestling Winners
Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed received the winners of the UAE Wrestling Federation Cup and Clubs League for the 2025–2026 season.
2 Jul 2026
UAE Pacer Khuzaima Tanveer Credits ILT20 for International Cricket Success
UAE fast bowler Khuzaima Tanveer credits ILT20 for preparing him for international cricket, saying the competition gave him confidence to compete at highest level.
1 Jul 2026
Khuzaima Tanveer credits DP World ILT20 for international breakthrough
Desert Vipers pacer Khuzaima Tanveer says the DP World ILT20 sharpened his skills and prepared him for the UAE national team.
1 Jul 2026
Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma cheer India at Lord's
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma supported Team India at Lord's this past Sunday during a high-stakes ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash.
30 Jun 2026
Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League heads to Imola
The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League will race at Imola on September 5, marking its first international test outside the UAE.
29 Jun 2026
Rory Makes History with First Abu Dhabi Hole-in-One
Rory's incredible achievement has sent shockwaves through the golf community, with many hailing it as a milestone moment in his career
28 Jun 2026
Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club Leads Round 5 of Khaled Championship
Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club topped the standings on day one of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, highlighting the competition’s impact on athlete development.
28 Jun 2026
UAE in First Tier for Third Gulf Club Champions League
The United Arab Emirates secured a First Tier spot for the third Gulf Club Champions League, the state news agency WAM reported.
25 Jun 2026
Omar Al Ali officiates at World Cup in Vancouver
Omar Al Ali was the central referee for Egypt’s 3-1 win over New Zealand at the World Cup in Vancouver, his first tournament appearance, with UAE officials supporting across assistant and VAR roles.
24 Jun 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sets List A record ahead of Ireland-England tour
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a world record 50 in List A cricket during India's tri-nation series final in Dambulla.
22 Jun 2026
beIN extends Wimbledon TV rights to 2030 in UAE and MENA
beIN will broadcast Wimbledon tennis across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the MENA region through 2030, extending its existing rights.
18 Jun 2026
Talal Sam, Sultan Murshid Headline Beat the Heat DXB July 25
Talal Sam and Sultan Murshid headline Beat the Heat DXB Season 5 at Dubai World Trade Centre on July 25, with tickets from AED 105.
17 Jun 2026
Sheeraz Hasan Champions Ethiopia's Fast-Rising AI Renaissance
Media entrepreneur Sheeraz Hasan met the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute team to spotlight Ethiopia's fast-rising AI and startup ambitions.
16 Jun 2026
World Cup 2026 opening ceremonies spark mixed reviews
World Cup 2026 opening ceremonies drew mixed reactions as Mexico, Canada and the United States each presented their own star‑filled performances.
16 Jun 2026
Germany Curacao prayer circle unites players after 7-1 win
Germany and Curacao players formed a prayer circle after their World Cup match in Houston.
15 Jun 2026
FH World Circle: Farhana Bodi's Dubai Networking Hub
FH World Circle, founded by Dubai entrepreneur Farhana Bodi, is an invitation-only networking hub connecting global leaders, brands and investors.
15 Jun 2026
SQUATWOLF: The Dubai Gymwear Brand Now Shipping Worldwide
SQUATWOLF, the Dubai gymwear brand born in a Business Bay apartment, now ships to 120+ countries and is targeting 30 global stores by 2030.
15 Jun 2026
Kumar Method: Retired Accountant Hits 11M Views in a Week
The Kumar Method, a retired accountant's Instagram persona, hit 11 million views in a week, captivating finance creators across the UAE.
15 Jun 2026
Dubai Basketball clinches 2025/26 ABA League title, first UAE champion
Dubai Basketball captured the 2025/26 ABA League championship after beating Partizan 81‑83 in the final game, becoming the first UAE team to win a major international league title.
14 Jun 2026
Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi $3 Billion Hotel
Emirates Palace offers a 7-star experience in Abu Dhabi, valued at $3 billion and featured in a new 4K tour for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
13 Jun 2026
World Cup 2026 kicks off in Mexico with star‑studded opening ceremony
World Cup 2026 opens in Mexico with a star‑studded ceremony and a packed Estadio Azteca for the Mexico‑South Africa Group A clash.
12 Jun 2026
Shangri-La Dubai Sold to AHS Properties in AED 1.1 Billion Deal
AHS Properties acquires the Shangri-La hotel tower on Sheikh Zayed Road for AED 1.1 billion, one of Dubai's biggest hospitality deals this year.
12 Jun 2026
2026 FIFA World Cup opening weekend begins
The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts with a star-studded opening weekend featuring Shakira, Burna Boy, and Katy Perry across North America.
12 Jun 2026
Egypt’s World Cup ads turn fatalism into dad-joke comedy
Egypt’s 2026 World Cup advertising campaign leans into fan pessimism with dad jokes, mock-heroic protests and barber-shop banter — all in service of affectionate self-deprecation.
12 Jun 2026
World Cup 2026: How to watch live in the UAE and Gulf
World Cup 2026 will be shown live on beIN Sports across the UAE and Gulf, with satellite, streaming and bundle packages for fans to catch every match.
11 Jun 2026
UAE-Founded Brands to Know in 2026: Fashion, Spa and Pet Care
Three UAE-founded brands are turning heads in 2026: Francesca Alice fashion, Maison Lumière at-home spa care and Zabeel Pets freeze-dried dog food.
11 Jun 2026
Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 live on beIN Sports
Football fans can catch every match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 live via beIN Sports, TOD, and beIN Connect starting tomorrow.
10 Jun 2026
Yas Island launches Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 packages
Yas Island has introduced combined packages for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026, offering racing, accommodation, and entertainment.
10 Jun 2026
Yas Island rolls out all‑in‑one packages for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026
Yas Island has introduced combined racing, hotel and attraction packages for the 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, offering visitors a seamless experience.
9 Jun 2026
Mona Kattan: The Kayali Founder Leading Dubai’s Fragrance Empire
Mona Kattan co-founded Huda Beauty and built fragrance brand Kayali into a global name. Meet the entrepreneur behind one of Dubai’s biggest beauty success stories.
9 Jun 2026
Chafic Yactine Nails Wakeboarding on His First Try at Crazy Wake Dubai
Chafic Yactine turned a first-ever wakeboarding attempt at Crazy Wake Dubai into a full-send, fun-first adventure — proof new experiences just need a “why not” attitude.
9 Jun 2026
Nour El Haj Makes Yellow Activewear the Season’s Gym-Girl Statement
Nour El Haj turned a lemon-yellow halter set and high-waist leggings into a bright, camera-ready gym-girl look that gives workout style a sunny refresh.
9 Jun 2026
Arpita Kaur Shares 5 Budget-Friendly Tricks to Make a Home Look Rich
On Sana Speaks, Arpita Kaur broke down five practical, renter-friendly design tricks — from decluttering to texture — that make any home look expensive without a renovation.
9 Jun 2026
Asma Sami’s Lime-Green Bali Look Is Summer Vacation Style Done Right
Asma Sami served bright, playful holiday style in Bali — a lime-green halter crop top, zebra-print shorts and resort accessories making the case for bold vacation dressing.
9 Jun 2026
Hajar Asli Turns Paris Heads in a Vintage-Inspired Little Black Dress
Dubai-based creator Hajar Asli styled a fitted little black dress with old-Hollywood touches in Paris — a silk scarf, an oversized bow and tiny sunglasses sealing it.
9 Jun 2026
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Named JW Marriott Global Brand Ambassador
JW Marriott has named Aishwarya Rai Bachchan its global brand ambassador, a marquee partnership that ties the luxury hotel brand to one of India’s most recognised international stars.
9 Jun 2026
Rush Fifty Something Tour kicks off with a nostalgic night at Los Angeles' Kia Forum
Rush Fifty Something Tour began on June 7 at the Kia Forum, celebrating Neil Peart’s legacy and featuring drummer Anika Nilles in a 22‑song set.
9 Jun 2026
SailGP targets billion-dollar franchise status with UAE focus
SailGP is aiming to become sport’s next billion-dollar franchise, with the UAE identified as central to its future growth.
9 Jun 2026
Alexandra Eala thrills Dubai fans with two steals
Alexandra Eala captured the attention of Dubai spectators with two rapid steals, delivering a burst of excitement on the court.
9 Jun 2026
Kevin Vermaerke lands fourth as Tour Auvergne kicks off
Kevin Vermaerke secured a fourth‑place finish on the opening stage of the Tour Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes, keeping UAE Team Emirates in a strong position.
8 Jun 2026
Egor Sharay Highlights Sothys Seasonal Mask
Egor Sharay recently shared a glimpse of Sothys' new Seasonal 2-in-1 Mask Exfoliant, designed to polish and restore radiance.
8 Jun 2026
Manchester City manager to be named soon, says Al Mubarak
Khaldoon Al Mubarak hailed Pep Guardiola’s impact on English football and said a Manchester City manager will be named very soon.
6 Jun 2026
Khaldoon Al Mubarak: Manchester City's future is bigger than football
Khaldoon Al Mubarak says Manchester City's strategy extends beyond results on the pitch, highlighting new facilities, the Guardiola stand, and sustained community investment.
6 Jun 2026