Entertainment
Dubai sees record 53,838 new companies in 9 months; Pakistani firms rank second
DUBAI: Dubai continues to attract foreign investors at a record pace, with 53,838 new companies joining the Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first nine months of 2025.
Pakistani firms ranked second among non-UAE investors, with 4,281 new registrations, underlining the emirate’s growing importance as a hub for trade, investment, and regional business expansion, according to the report.
The chamber reported that the total value of members’ exports and re-exports rose to AED 260 billion, representing a 16% increase compared to the same period last year.
During this period, the chamber also issued 627,908 Certificates of Origin, up 9% from 2024, and processed 3,743 ATA Carnets for goods valued at around AED 3.69 billion, reflecting robust international trade activity.
According to H1 (Jan to June) 2025 nationality-specific data, Indian-owned companies led new memberships with 9,038 registrations, followed by Pakistan’s 4,281 firms, Egypt’s 2,540, and Bangladesh with 1,541 new companies, reflecting strong year-on-year growth.
The United Kingdom ranked fifth with 1,385 new companies, while Syria, China, Jordan, Türkiye, and Canada rounded out the top ten foreign investors.
The chamber also supported the international expansion of 90 local companies, a 20% rise compared to 2024, and reviewed 42 laws and draft laws, with private-sector recommendations achieving a 64% adoption rate. Mediation cases handled by the chamber reached 146, with a combined value of AED 230 million.
Pakistani investors are increasingly taking advantage of opportunities in trade, logistics, e-commerce, and family-owned enterprises, benefiting from Dubai’s growing business ecosystem, trade facilitation services, and legislative support.
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David and Victoria Beckham unfollow Brooklyn on Instagram
David and Victoria Beckham are no longer following their estranged son, Brooklyn, on Instagram after he decided to spend Christmas with his wife, Nicola Peltz.
The heartbroken parents, who are said to feeling their eldest son’s absence more than as ever as Christmas approaches, have removed him from their following list.
Brooklyn, 26, is also no longer following his mother and father on the picture-based sharing platform.
Meanwhile, Brooklyn’s wife Nicola, 30, does not follow David and Victoria either and they no longer follow her.
The move comes after Brooklyn’s friends told DailyMail in July that his brothers Cruz and Romeo had blocked both him and his wife Nicola on the social media platform.
Despite several reconciliation attempts from Sir David and his brother Cruz, the aspiring chef will celebrate the festive period with actress Nicola’s billionaire parents Nelson and Claudia, who are said to be ‘excited’ to have him.
A source said: ‘Brooklyn and Nicola decided they would be spending this Christmas with her family. Her parents are really excited to have them.’
Brooklyn, 26, and Nicola, 30, arrived in Miami, Florida, earlier this week.
Entertainment
Wayne Lineker breaks silence from hospital bed ahead of lonely Christmas
Wayne Lineker shared a worrying health update from hospital as he continued to recover from a life threatening illness that almost killed him.
The Ibiza club owner and reality TV star revealed that he could be forced to spend this Christmas alone if his condition does not improve at all.
The 63 year old was rushed to the hospital earlier this month and was later treated in good care.
Doctors diagnosed him with extremely dangerous pneumonia, an infection that left him unable to walk and struggle to breathe.
From his hospital bed, Wayne told fans that he is still undergoing treatment and might now go for a major surgery.
“I know I look a bit rough,” he said, before adding, “But, I’ve been through a lot this past couple of days.”
He also explained that parts of his lungs are not clearing properly despite medication.
“Parts of my lungs, weren’t clearing of the phlegm, and were very stubborn,” Wayne shared.
However, doctors asked him to do breathing exercises daily, well hourly, and to stay active around his room.
Wayne said he is currently on strong antibiotics but warned the surgery could happen soon if there is no such improvement.
“It’s a keyhole surgery and then they’ll go in and do what’s called a washout, and wash my lungs out and hopefully that will be the end of it,” he explained.
“It will be touch and go whether I’ll be going home for Christmas,” Wayne added. “There’s your update. Thanks guys.”
Entertainment
Dave Chappelle marks another milestone with unexpected Netflix debut
Dave Chappelle made an unexpected move that caught viewers off guard during a major boxing broadcast.
Without prior promotion, the 52-year-old star revealed that a new Netflix stand up project would arrive later the same night.
The announcement surprised fans watching the event, turning the sports broadcast into a pop culture moment.
Within hours, social media began buzzing as viewers rushed to streaming platforms.
The performance was recorded months ago in Washington, DC, the city where Chappelle grew up.
However, the setting played a personal role in the show, as he reflected on his life, career and the changing world around him.
Rather than focusing only on jokes, Chappelle spoke about public reaction to his work and the criticism he has faced during international tours.
He addressed freedom of speech and explained why he continues to speak openly even when it sparks backlash.
The release marked his eighth project with Netflix, strengthening one of the most talked about partnerships in modern stand up.
Past releases from Chappelle regularly fueled debate while drawing massive audiences.
Releasing the project immediately after a major sporting event, showed a calculated move to capture attention beyond comedy fans.
Moreover, fans and viewers online praised the timing and the surprise factor.
With the project now available, Dave once again placed himself at the center of entertainment discussion, proving his abilities.
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