The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Finance (DOF), has launched the ‘Dubai In-Country Value (ICV) Programme’, aimed at strengthening the …
Watch: Man injured in cargo ship airlifted to Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi
A 50-year-old Indian national was airlifted to Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi after sustaining burns and multiple injuries aboard a cargo ship in the UAE’s territorial waters. The medical …
Sharjah Social Security Fund allows purchase of notional service years
As part of its pioneering vision to achieve a decent living and provide a comprehensive social protection umbrella, the Sharjah Social Security Fund (SSSF) has confirmed that insured employees can …
Sharjah Ruler receives Governor of Japan’s Aichi Prefecture
H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received Hideaki Omura, Governor of Japan’s Aichi Prefecture, on Sunday, at Al Badi’ Palace.At the beginning …
Top 35 concerts and events coming to the UAE in 2025, from Grease The Musical to Metallica
Rock, rap, opera and a hit musical are some of the performances coming soon to the UAE. A host of global stars will take centre stage from pop stars Katy Perry and Jennifer Lopez, to nu-metal titans …
‘No downturn expected’: Dubai’s property market will grow through 2033, says top developer
Dubai property prices market will continue to see steady growth over the next 8 years with an increase of up to 7 per cent year-on-year and the market is unlikely to see any ‘downturn’ in the near …
‘No brand drives income like Disney’: What Disneyland Abu Dhabi means for the UAE and Middle East
What happens when Disney targets not just a new city, but an entirely new region?This week, Disney announced its first new development in 15 years, with Disneyland Abu Dhabi set to become the …
UAE: Thunderstorms, heavy rains expected to hit parts of the country
Thunderstorms are expected to affect the central region of the UAE, with potential weather changes likely during the noon and afternoon hours. According to Sharjah Planetarium, cumulonimbus cloud …
RBI Tightens Digital Lending Norms To Safeguard Borrowers, Clean Up Fintech
In a move aimed at formalising and securing India’s fast-evolving digital lending ecosystem, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday issued its consolidated regulatory framework titled the Reserve …
UAE embraces Bitcoin, IBIT attracts $1B: A global BTC shift unfolding?
Notably, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, continued to draw significant capital, recording $356.2 million in inflows on the 9th of May, per Farside Investors. The fund has now notched 19 straight …
The Vibes From Dubai: What Token2049 Chatter Reveals About the Future of Crypto
Is the Bitcoin bull run nearly over? Will crypto ever become simple enough for normies? Idle chatter at Token2049 revealed plenty about the current state of the space.
I tried two of Dubai’s best hotels — this is my honest review
Metro checks in to sister hotels in Dubai to see which is worth your money. The door to my personal transfer opens as I arrive at what can only be described as a palace. I’ve pulled up to the Four …
UAE Waives Visa Fines for Sudanese Until End of 2025
In a significant humanitarian gesture, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the waiver of all residency and visa fines for Sudanese nationals residing in the country.Read More: The UAE Extends …
Kerala Man Wins $1 Million Jackpot In Dubai, Calls It A “Lifesaver” After Betrayal
Venugopal Mullacheri, an IT support specialist and resident of Ajman, had been trying his luck at the draw for over 15 years.
‘What is Abu Dhabiness?’ Exhibition challenges AI’s stereotypical view of the UAE at Venice Biennale
At Zayed University, a student’s attempt to portray the UAE through AI animation repeatedly hit a wall. The software kept defaulting to deserts and opulent skylines, ignoring the diversity of the …
UAE waives visa, entry permit fines some residents
According to the UAE ICP, affected individuals can regularise their status and submit renewal applications through official digital platforms without incurring penalties …
Sharjah real estate market hits $1.09bn in April 2025 transactions
Sales occurred across 117 areas throughout Sharjah, involving residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties …