“We are proud to support the UAE’s energy strategy while delivering smart, safe, and sustainable outcomes.” The new deal follows a string of recent awards, including a $1.63 billion contract for …
Gulf bourses end mixed; Dubai at 17-year high
Stock markets in the Gulf ended mixed on Monday with some including the Saudi index hit by profit-taking, while those in the United Arab Emirates continued their rebound following Iran-Israel …
Joby Aerial Taxi conducts first test flight in Dubai
X / Hamdan bin Mohammed Dubai has successfully conducted the region’s first test flight of the Joby Aerial Taxi, marking a significant milestone in the emirate’s efforts to redefine urban mobility and …
Take a Closer Look at Dubai’s Efforts to Regrow Coral Reefs
In Dubai, a coral farming business is using modern science to regrow a critical part of ocean life up to 50 times faster in the race against climate change. Child reportedly fell overboard on Disney …
Abu Dhabi Police conduct joint security drill to test emergency response
The Abu Dhabi Police, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, Civil Defence Authority, and key strategic partners, conducted a high-intensity field security exercise in Al Hamra’s training city …
Why F1 The Movie saved its biggest scene for Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit isn’t just home to some of the most memorable moments in Formula One history – it’s now the setting of one of the most ambitious racing sequences in Hollywood …
UAE expands Golden Visa to attract top global talent in AI, climate and tech sector
The UAE’s Golden Visa programme has shifted from attracting capital to targeting specialised talent in AI, climate tech, and finance. With 158,000 visas issued in Dubai in 2023, the focus now is on …
UAE firm to build 50 MW solar project in Madagascar, plans 250 MW expansion
ABU DHABI, 30th June 2025 (WAM) — UAE-based Global South Utilities (GSU), a Resources Investment Company, has signed two landmark agreements with the Government of Madagascar aimed at expanding …
Abu Dhabi’s population crosses four million after 7.5 per cent surge in 2024
Abu Dhabi’s population has crossed 4 million for the first time after a 7.5 per cent surge in 2024, official figures released on Monday show. The emirate’s population stood at 4,135,985 people by the …
Uganda, UAE, and Pakistan Top Export Destinations for Kenyan Goods
Uganda, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Pakistan emerged as the major destinations for Kenya’s domestic exports in April 2025, according to a report by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics …
90% of Dubai, Sharjah commuters hit by traffic jams, new study finds
Dubai: Traffic congestion continues to frustrate motorists across the country, especially in Dubai and Sharjah, where a new study reveals that 91 per cent and 90 per cent of residents, respectively, …
Abu Dhabi’s population crosses landmark 4 million mark after 7.5 per cent surge in 2024
Abu Dhabi’s population has crossed 4 million for the first time after a 7.5 per cent surge in 2024, official figures released on Monday show. The emirate’s population stood at 4,135,985 people by the …
UAE petrol prices 2025: July rates announced
We’re hopeful of a drop in the UAE petrol price in Dubai and the other emirates in July 2025. Prices change every month.
UAE braces for extreme heat as NCM issues new weather forecast. Details here
The UAE will experience extreme heat after the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) predicts temperature to range between 44°C and 49°C. The Gulf nation will also see partly cloudy skies, the Met …
UAE announces fuel prices: How much will a full tank cost in July 2025?
The UAE on Monday, June 30, announced the fuel prices for the month of July 2025. The Fuel Prices Monitoring Committee has hiked the price for the month of July. Petrol prices in the UAE were earlier …
Sharjah’s rising star: American University of Sharjah achieves its highest-ever QS World University Rankings results
American University of Sharjah (AUS) has achieved its strongest performance ever in the 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings, climbing 60 places to 272nd globally. This places AUS among …
Sharjah Scout Mission, Emirates Astronomical Society sign partnership agreement
The Sharjah Scout Mission (SSM) signed a partnership agreement on Sunday with the Emirates Astronomical Society to strengthen cooperation and activate areas of collaboration through programmes and …