The expansion of the Reference Laboratory for Infectious Diseases forms part of Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision to strengthen its health system’s preparedness, resilience, and ability to respond …
Paid parking announced in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah area from January 12
Residents and visitors in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah area will soon pay for public parking as authorities roll out a new paid parking system. According to Q Mobility, phase one of the paid parking system in …
Historic achievement: Abu Dhabi successfully tests UAE first gene therapy for genetic blood disorders
Abu Dhabi achieved a medical milestone on January 5, 2026, with the UAE’s first gene-therapy injection for inherited blood disorders. CASGEVY, utilizing CRISPR-Cas9, corrects faulty DNA in conditions …
Dubai Property CEO Expects Supply of New Homes to Moderate
The chief executive officer of Dubai’s Union Properties PJSC expects surging construction and land costs to put the brakes on the supply of new homes in the emirate’s booming real-estate market.
Dubai tops ranks for most startup friendly city in the Middle East: Report
Dubai has been ranked the world’s third most startup-friendly behind San Francisco and Zurich and ahead of established hubs including New York, London and Paris.
Hedge Fund Melqart Set to Join Wave of Firms Expanding in Dubai
Michel Massoud’s Melqart Asset Management is seeking to open an office in Dubai, becoming the latest hedge fund to expand into the Middle Eastern city as it cements its status as an industry hub.
What’s changing for Dubai schools in 2026? 4 new rules explained
Major changes have been made to the Dubai school calendar, the admissions system and the curriculum that all parents need to know as we enter 2026.
UAE’s Emirates NBD mandates 3-year blue, 5-year green bonds
Roadshows have commenced for a three-year blue bond and a five-year green bond. The senior unsecured Reg S fixed rate benchmark offerings will come under ENBD’s $20 billion Euro Medium Term Note …
Dubai Chambers signs MoU with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank to enhance support for small and medium-sized enterprises
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) to strengthen banking support for the business community, with a particular focus on …
10 important Dubai visa changes you need to know about in 2026
There have been several important Dubai visa changes and announcements rolled out in the past year which make it easier to get your hands on a visa …
Inside CoinMENA’s exit: The $240m deal that redefined MENA crypto’s growth model
CoinMENA’s sale to Paribu crystallises a quiet shift in how value is being priced in MENA’s digital asset market. The …
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department adopts AI-driven projects to enhance correctional centres
The Correctional and Rehabilitation Policies Committee at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has approved a package of advanced technology projects supported by artificial intelligence, led by smart …
Abu Dhabi Police has issued a warning for noisy vehicle drivers
In a statement on X, Abu Dhabi Police noted the negative behaviours of some young drivers leads to noise pollution, disturbance and reckless driving on some roads. It further explained that vehicle …
UAE leaders mark 20 years of Sheikh Mohammed in office
Leaders, including UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, gathered over the weekend to mark the milestone …
Three Indian siblings and their domestic worker die in Abu Dhabi car crash
Three members of an Indian family and their domestic worker were killed in a tragic car crash in the early hours of Sunday in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Four Indian expats, including 3 minor siblings, die in Abu Dhabi car crash
They were on their way back to their home in Dubai after attending the popular Liwa Festival in Abu Dhabi when their vehicle lost control and overturned.
Car crash in Abu Dhabi kills four Malayalis, including three siblings
Four Keralites, including three children from the same family, were killed in a tragic road accident in Abu Dhabi. Parents and two others are critically injured and undergoing treatment.