Maldives Targets Eid and Summer Travel Demand

The UAE’s Hottest New Launches and Property Headlines

Tim Elliott catches up with Mario Volpi from Eva Real Estate for a fast-moving look at the UAE property market’s biggest talking points. From headline-making new launches and developer activity to the latest real estate news shaping Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the pair break down what buyers, investors and tenants should be watching right now. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Strait of Hormuz Still Under Pressure

More than 100 days into the conflict, concerns are growing over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. Joining Tim Elliott is Christopher Long, Head of Intelligence & Compliance at Neptune P2P Group, to discuss the risks facing commercial shipping, stranded sailors, and what the latest tensions mean for the Gulf. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Who Controls the Global News Narrative?

From conflict coverage and misinformation to Dubai’s image on the international stage, the pressure on newsrooms has never been greater. Joining Tim Elliott is Mark Thompson, Editor-in-Chief of Gulf News, for a conversation on the future of journalism, the battle for credibility, and how the region is being viewed globally during a volatile news cycle. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

World Cup Gold Rush: Why Brands Are Betting on Fans Over Footballers

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across North America, corporate sponsors are completely rewriting their PR playbooks. Tim Elliott discusses shifting marketing strategies with Pete Jacob, MD of Current Global MENAT, exploring why global brands are prioritising decentralised fan-led content and online culture over multi-million-pound athlete endorsements. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

50% AI Government Target: Is Dubai Ready for Autonomous Service?

Dubai is accelerating its push into agentic AI, with the UAE aiming to shift 50 percent of government services to autonomous AI within two years. But are businesses ready for AI that can think, act and make decisions? Tim Elliott speaks to Mounir Hijazi, CEO GCC at TP, about what companies must fix now before AI exposes the cracks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]