ABU DHABI, 28th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced its participation as the strategic culture partner of Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) …
UAE automates health insurance checks for work permits
The system will automatically check for a valid health insurance policy that meets the approved basic coverage requirements before a work permit can be processed …
Trump wants Saudi Arabia in Abraham Accords, but it hasn’t been easy for UAE
Six years after normalizing relations, some are privately voicing frustration with Israel. There’s also gratitude for its security help.
UAE temperatures edge towards 50°C after week of extreme heat – here’s where it’s hottest
The UAE has recorded temperatures as high as 49.8°C over the past week, with July’s extreme heat pushing several areas close to the 50°C mark …
UAE launches world’s first AI-powered judicial platform
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, said that the launch of the AI-powered judicial platform, the world’s …
Dubai’s Financial Hub Tops 10,000 Firms Despite War Risks
Dubai’s financial hub topped 10,000 active registered companies for the first time, underscoring the emirate’s continued success in attracting global firms despite a period of heightened geopolitical …
Flyfi launches privacy-first alternative to mainstream travel booking sites, powered by crypto payments
The launch adds a home-grown name to the UAE’s fast-expanding digital-asset economy, where cryptocurrency adoption ranks among the highest in the world …
Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
A new program is offering UAE residents and citizens reward packages worth up to AED 3,000 (around $816) in exchange for nominating relatives or friends to come and visit Dubai.
Sharjah’s twin-coast ports turn speed into a global trade edge
With coastlines on both the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, Sharjah is wagering that faster ports, new rail links and business-friendly rules will keep pulling foreign investment its way …
Who is buying Sharjah real estate in 2026? Inside the emirate’s $8bn property market
UAE investors made up more than half of Sharjah’s $8bn real estate trade in 2026, with women increasing their presence …
UAE Publishes 5 Reasons a Foreigner Could Be Barred From Entering The Country, Explains Rules
The UAE has published five reasons foreigners may be banned from entering the country, including criminal offences, deportation orders and public health concerns.
Dubai Comedy Festival 2026: Vir Das, Munawar Faruqui among first acts; all you need to know
A little laughter therapy never hurt anyone. And if you’ve been looking for an excuse to swap another dinner outing for a night of live comedy, Dubai Comedy Festival is back with 10 days of stand-up …
Flights resume at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport: What travellers must know now amid Iran-US-Israel war
After days of severe travel disruptions across the Middle East, Abu Dhabi’s main aviation hub Zayed International Airport, has begun resuming limited flight operations, offering cautious relief to …
Spinning Back Clique: UFC Abu Dhabi wrap, Jean’s PFL title, Parnasse
On the latest episode of “Spinning Back Clique,” our panel discusses Magomed Ankalaev’s TKO win at UFC Abu Dhabi, Thad Jean’s PFL title win, and more.
UAE announces 90-day grace period for space sector firms to regularise operations
The authority issued a stern warning that failure to comply before the deadline expires will result in legal action …
UAE investors account for 50.6% of Sharjah’s real estate trading value in H1
SHARJAH, 27th July, 2026 (WAM) — UAE investors accounted for more than half of Sharjah’s real estate trade value in the first half of 2026, underscoring the emirate’s continued appeal as an …
UAE shuts down 31 firms, refers 104 for legal action over environmental violations
A total of 269 establishments were inspected, including pet shops, livestock and bird markets, nurseries and other outlets involved in regulated activities …