Dubai is top destination for higher studies and investors wait for Thursday, our editors comment on the top stories of September 19

IT’S ‘DESTINATION DUBAI’ WHEN IT COMES TO HIGHER STUDIES: Dubai as a destination for higher studies is now well-established. After all, more than 85 per cent of the 28,200 students at Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park are from overseas, as a recent study has revealed. That these foreign students come from 80 different countries speaks volumes for the global recognition of the standard of education that is provided here. In fact, many of the universities in the UAE rank have figured in top 100 universities in the QS World University rankings. (By Sharmila Dhal, UAE Editor).

UNTIL SEPT. 22, IT’S BATED BREATH FOR MARKETS AND INVESTORS: Just a few more days to see what the next rate hike will be, and looking at where the stock markets are today, investors are feeling a bit shaky. That includes the UAE stocks, and investors have taken on the ‘all-risks-off’ mindset. Whatever the rate hike will be September 22, it’s the waiting for it that’s telling on everyone’s nerves. But in times of nervourness, there are moments where a smart, adequately funded investor can still do some careful picks. But just be careful when at it…(By Manoj Nair, Business Editor)

15-YEAR-OLD NWANERI BECOME YOUNGEST PREMIER LEAGUE PLAYER: Ethan Nwaneri became the youngest ever footballer to play in the English Premier League last night. The 15-year-old English attacking midfielder was brought on by Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta in the last few minutes against Brentford. Arsenal have been hit with a series of injuries and were without Martin Odegaard and Oleksandr Zinchenko which left them short of midfield options therefore Arteta had to include Nwaneri as one of his subs. And with the team cruising to a 3-0 victory it was the ideal time to bring on the teenager to allow him his first taste of Premier League football. Gunners fans will hope he continues his development and follows the likes of Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka to become another young star at the club. (By Imran Malik, Assistant Sports Editor)

‘DESERT ROSE’ SINGER WILL BLOOM IN UAE NEXT YEAR: It’s official. 2023 is going to begin with a proverbial bang as iconic British singer Sting kicks off the region’s concert season scene with a gig that’s going to be memorable and legendary. The ‘Every Breath You Take’ talent will perform at the Etihad Arena on January 27 and the tickets, starting from Dh350, will go on sale this Friday. The ‘Desert Rose’ vocalist is no stranger to the UAE and is known for his dynamic live performances. Sting, who has won 17 Grammys, is unlikely to disappoint. So gear up for an electrifying night filled with some superb music and vocals. (Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Assistant Editor Features)