Fire breaks out at Marina Pinnacle, a 67-storey tower in Dubai. All 3,820 residents evacuated safely. Civil Defence contained blaze in six hours. No injuries.
Dubai to train 10,000 workers in AI by 2030
Dubai has announced a landmark partnership between the Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) and Dubai AI Campus. The partnership’s goal is to train over 10,000 individuals by 2030 and empower …
55 per cent of Dubai’s RTA staff-use vehicles now eco-friendly
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully converted 55% of its staff-use vehicle fleet into environmentally friendly models, with 260 …
When Mickey Mouse first arrived in Arabia – a century before Disneyland Abu Dhabi
Mickey Mouse is ready to make his way to the Middle East after Disney announced plans to open its first new theme park development for 15 years on Yas Island. The much-anticipated attraction is set to …
Co Tyrone aviation truck manufacturer to deliver largest-ever order of aircraft catering trucks and prototype electric vehicle to Dubai
Dungannon-headquartered Mallaghan to deliver fleet of 53 trucks including region’s first electric catering vehicle as part of wider £12.5m investment deal by Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) …
UAE: New law to protect farms from pests, plant diseases
A new federal law aimed at protecting UAE farms from pests and plant diseases is in the works, as the Federal National Council’s Constitutional, Legislative and Appeals and Complaints Committee …
Meydan Free Zone Leads Compliance Innovation With Smooth Digital Setup Model
Meydan Free Zone launches a fully digital compliance system aligned with UAE and global standards, offering fast approvals, real-time tracking, and r …
Dh128b Al Maktoum International Airport project fuels real estate boom in Dubai South
The $35 billion terminal expansion in Dubai South is set to create employment and housing opportunities for over one million people, with far-reaching effects across multiple sectors.
Dubai Customs chief welcomes Dr. Hazza Al Nuaimi
His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, received Dr. Hazza Khalfan Al Nuaimi, Assistant Secretary General for Excellence …
Sharjah Art Foundation announces new writing fellowship about contemporary art
Sharjah Art Foundation (SAF), in collaboration with Alkazi Foundation for the Arts, Asia Art Archive, and Contemporary And (C&), has opened the registration for PARA, a fellowship programme supporting …
Apparel Group celebrates grand reopening of Aldo’s flagship store at Dubai Mall
Located on the ground floor opposite the iconic Dubai Aquarium, the newly-renovated store reintroduces Aldo with a bold, modern identity at the heart of one of the world’s most prestigious retail …
Adnoc, Eni and PTTEP among winners of Middle East assets
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There’s a new rule for Dubai influencers — here’s what’s changing
Introduced on Thursday May 29, the law adds an additional step for influencers in Dubai, having previously only required a media licence from the authority. However, content creators will be exempt …
PM Shehbaz arrives in Abu Dhabi
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Abu Dhabi on one-day official visit to United Arab Emirates. On arrival, he was received by UAE’s National Security Advisor Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
APAC Sees Massive Surge in Deepfake Fraud Across Fintech and Healthcare Sectors
The Asia Pacific (APAC) region has experienced a substantial increase in deepfake and synthetic identity document fraud within the fintech sector, according to new data from Sumsub, a leading identity …
Dubai Customs plans to fast-track Emiratis into private logistics sector
The authority has launched a new professional training programme for Emiratis that guarantees job placements at the end of it. Dubai Customs plans to fast-track Emiratis into private logistics sector.
UAE delegation highlights growing regional ties at Bahrain-UAE Business Forum
The Bahrain-UAE Business Forum kicked off today in the Bahraini capital, Manama, with the participation of senior officials from both countries, along with representatives of leading Emirati and …