Dubai Police and Civil Defence were seen at The Residences, Al Habtoor Grand, and smoke from the blaze was visible across Dubai Marina and JBR.
UAE signs major deal to expand solar and storage
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) and Masdar have agreed on a framework to accelerate renewable energy projects in the UAE, targeting over 30GW of solar PV capacity and more than 8GW of …
UAE economy to grow more than 3.1% in 2026, minister says
UAE economy projected to grow more than 3.1% in 2026 as non-oil sectors contribute 78% to GDP and company numbers exceed 1.4m …
Dubai Municipality launches advanced lab to detect foodborne viruses
Dubai Municipality has launched the ViruGenetics Lab, an advanced testing facility dedicated to detecting foodborne viruses using the latest …
Dubai’s Oraseya Capital ranked UAE’s most active investor for second year with 25 startup deals in 2025
Dubai-based Oraseya Capital completed 25 investments in 2025, ranking as the UAE’s most active investor for a second year …
Dubai food giant IFFCO Group moves toward liquidation amid $2 billion debt
Known for brands such as London Dairy, Tiffany and Noor, the conglomerate is facing a financial crisis after months of failed debt restructuring negotiations …
Sharjah Space and Astronomy hub successfully tracks Haumea
SHARJAH, 6th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) has achieved a major scientific milestone by successfully tracking the occultation of the dwarf planet, Haumea. In a rare …
Gulf’s fragile trade lifeline hangs on two eastern UAE ports
By Sarah El Safty, Federico Maccioni and Amr Alfiky FUJAIRAH, May 6 (Reuters) – At the UAE port of Fujairah, conveyor belts offloaded grain from bulk carriers on Wednesday, while crude oil flowed …
735 Electric Buses Set for Rollout Across Dubai in 2026
Charging infrastructure and pilot routes are already in place as Dubai scales electric and hydrogen-powered transport systems.
UAE pushes domestic capital as AI investments gather pace
A UAE minister called for greater recognition of domestic investors in driving industrial growth on day three of Make it in the Emirates 2026, as leaders gathered to explore how AI and advanced …
Digital Riyal and the Start-Up Nation: MENA’s Fintech Revolution and Israel
Israel, with over five hundred fintech companies and the densest per-capita technology ecosystem on the planet, sits at the geographic centre of this transformation. Whether it participates in it, or …
UAE economy remains strong, robust, capable of facing geopolitical changes: Minister
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, affirmed that the UAE economy remains strong and resilient, continuing to achieve sustainable …
Abu Dhabi doctors uncover hidden cancer risk across entire family after one blood test
Specialists say one of the most powerful aspects of genetic screening is that it often identifies high-risk individuals long before any disease develops …
Disney Confirms Abu Dhabi Theme Park Plans Remain ‘Unchanged’
Disney has confirmed in a letter to shareholders that its plans to develop a theme park in Abu Dhabi are on track one year after the groundbreaking project was announced.
UAE vows self-defense following reported Iranian missile attacks
Security Council cannot remain a forum for repeating platitudes while violations continue in plain sight,’ says UN envoy; Iran denies strikes | Anadolu …
Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 Expands to 125 Restaurants
Dubai Restaurant Week has expanded significantly since launch. According to Ahmad Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, the event started with around 30 restaurants and now …
Leading hedge fund manager opens Abu Dhabi office
Fund managers are committing to the UAE’s financial centers despite the uncertainty caused by the Iran conflict.