Dubai continues to draw Indian real estate investors on the back of its robust and diversified economy, tax-free investments, attractive rental yields, world-class infrastructure further add to its ap …
Rising health insurance premiums in the UAE: What you need to know now
The UAE’s push for universal health coverage is a model of social progress, but it also underscores the economic realities of mandatory insurance …
Sharjah Education Summit to Convene Global Experts in February
Education leaders from 30 countries will gather in Sharjah to discuss innovation, inclusion and system-wide improvement.
Ukraine, Russia, US negotiators gather in Abu Dhabi for war talks
Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States were set to gather in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, seeking to advance fraught talks on how to end the four-year war.The talks — set to last Wednesday …
World Government Summit 2026 kicks off in Dubai, shaping the future of global governance
Over 6,250 leaders, including heads of state, ministers, Nobel laureates, and CEOs, gather in Dubai to discuss innovation, sustainable development, and the role of technology in government policies.
UAE pledges $500 million for Sudan aid as Washington gathers donors
By Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, Feb 3 – The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday pledged to donate $500 million to a U.N. fund for humanitarian aid for Sudan, amid a U.S. push to renew efforts towards a truce in the conflict that has devastated the country.
Dubai Customs Celebrates Kuwaiti Brothers With A Unique Welcome During UAE And Kuwait Forever Brothers Week
Dubai Customs Celebrates Kuwaiti Brothers With A Unique Welcome During UAE And Kuwait Forever Brothers Week. UAE – Dubai, 02nd February 2026: Following the directives of the UAE leadership to honor t …
White House names its representatives for Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi
US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner will take part in trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi, stated White House press secretary …
Abu Dhabi Customs, ‘Italian Customs’ to advance digital trade facilitation
MILAN, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Customs and the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency have signed a cooperation document to enhance trade facilitation through secure, efficient, and …
Sultan bin Ahmed witnesses launch of 15th Sharjah Light Festival
H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, attended the launch of the 15th edition of the Sharjah Light Festival, on Tuesday. The festival, held under the theme …
Ripple-backed custody secures $280 million diamond tokenization push in UAE
The project has already moved more than $280 million of polished diamonds on-chain in Dubai, with Ripple providing custody infrastructure as the firms work toward a regulated tokenized trading setup.
The new gold? XRP becomes a retirement staple following SEC victory, ETF launch
For years, the digital asset XRP was a name associated more with courtroom drama than comfortable retirements. But as of February 2026, the landscape has fundamentally shifted. Following a landmark …
XRP Price Nears $2 as Ripple Expands Enterprise Reach to 300 Million Accounts in New Deal
Ripple DXC Technology partnership integrates XRP-linked custody and payments into core banking systems, as XRP price approaches the $2 level.
Dubai announces DIFC–Dubai Mall as first loop route
Dubai is officially going underground — in a cool, futuristic way.The city has announced the first two locations of the Dubai Loop, a new high-speed underground transport system that promises to slash …
Saqlain Mushtaq on magic of Sharjah cricket and Tendulkar’s perfection
With his trademark skull cap and thick beard, Saqlain Mushtaq now cuts the figure of a stern disciplinarian. But the legendary Pakistani off-spinner breaks into a big smile when asked about the joy of …
Dubai family businesses rethink investment, governance and philanthropy at World Governments Summit 2026
Dubai Chambers and WGS 2026 convene family business leaders to examine future-ready investment, governance and impact-driven philanthropy …
Aarif, Airee fifties help Nepal cruise past UAE
Unbeaten half-centuries from Dipendra Singh Airee and Aarif Sheikh saw Nepal cruise to a win against UAE in their first warm-up game in Chennai ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. An unbroken 103-run stand between the two batters saw Nepal chase down a modest target of 146 with seven wickets and three overs to spare.