Fresh off lifting the Singapore Premier League title, Lion City Sailors captain Hariss Harun has set his sights on an even bigger prize – continental glory in the AFC Champions League Two. The Sailors …
Live updates: Trump wraps up Mideast tour, meet business leaders, visit interfaith place of worship
President Donald Trump President Donald Trump wraps up a Mideast tour in the United Arab Emirates with a breakfast for business leaders and a visit to an interfaith place of worship named for the …
Dubai-made perfumes drive UAE’s rise in global luxury fragrance market
The perfume market has also prompted a spate of high-value investments and expansion plans by some international players in the country …
Trump’s Billion-Dollar Gulf Deals Spark Debate Over America’s Tech Future
While investments and business deals were announced, many criticize the achievements of President Trump’s unprecedented tour to the Persian Gulf.
UAE Corporate Tax: For some free zone businesses it makes sense to opt for the 9%
With the UAE’s corporate tax regime now in effect, free zone entities can enjoy a 0% tax rate on their ‘qualifying income’. But not all free zone businesses qualify — and intriguingly, some are …
Trump visits mosque in Abu Dhabi, an apparent first for the president
It was a remarkable gesture for a man whose political career has been marked by intolerance and derision of Muslims, showcasing his willingness to accede to unfamiliar cultural norms to forge …
HODL Dubai Summit 2025 concludes with Startup World Cup winner announcement
The four-day blockchain and Web3 conference brought together 5,000+ attendees, top innovators, and regulators, ending with a bold announcement for its next edition in Saudi Arabia.
Trump, UAE leaders agree to $200 billion in new deals amid historic visit: ‘Enhancing market access’
President Donald Trump facilitated over $200 billion in commercial deals between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during his historic visit to the Middle Eastern country, according to the …
UAE launches Blue Visa: Who is it for? How to apply and what are the benefits?
For those in the UAE or abroad, the application process for the Blue Visa is straightforward. Eligible individuals can apply through the ICP’s smart services platform or mobile application. Visit the …
Avoid Dh150 fines at Dubai malls: What you need to know about the new parking system
Dubai: Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Deira, two of Dubai’s most popular shopping destinations introduced a ‘barrierless’ parking system earlier this year. According to Parkin …
Ant Digital showcases Zoloz liveness, AI for fintech suite in Dubai
Zoloz continues to evolve to adapt to new challenges and threats: in 2024, it launched deepfake detection to mitigate generative AI face-swapping riskss.
UAE to invest $1.4 trillion in US over 10 years, says Sheikh Mohamed in show of strong Trump-era ties
Sheikh Mohamed of the UAE announced a $1.4 trillion investment plan in the US over the next decade, highlighting a strong partnership during President Trump’s Gulf tour. The investments will focus on …
Trump hails Qatari pledge to invest $10 billion in US airbase, visits UAE
By Gram Slattery, Andrew Mills and Federico Maccioni DOHA/ABU DHABI (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday Qatar will invest $10 billion in coming years in the Al Udeid Air Base …
UAE introduces Blue Visa: Who’s eligible and how to apply
The UAE has launched the Blue Residency Visa, granting a 10-year stay to individuals significantly contributing to environmental preservation. Simultaneously, the Golden Visa program expands to …
13 top-tier Dubai attractions remaining open for summer 2025
Catch stunning 360-degree views 240 meters above the world-famous Palm Jumeirah. From level 52 of the iconic Palm Tower, the viewing deck sees you spying Dubai’s iconic landmarks around the city and …
11 rare photos show how Burj Khalifa transformed Downtown Dubai forever
Once upon a time (not so long ago), the Burj Khalifa was just concrete under construction – a very different sight from today …
US Nears Deal To Let UAE Import 500,000 Nvidia AI Chips Annually From 2025: Report
The deal is expected to last at least until 2027, with the possibility of being extended to 2030. Under the draft terms, 100,000 chips per year would go to UAE-based tech company G42.