Abdullah Ibrahim Al Zaabi, the Head of the Sharjah Department of Human Resources, announced in an interview broadcast on “Direct Line” of Sharjah Television and Radio, that His Highness Sheikh Dr.
Alibaba, Abu Dhabi set to invest in MiniMax’s $600 million IPO
Chinese artificial intelligence startup MiniMax has secured Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority as key backers in its upcoming initial public offering in Hong Kong, according …
Dubai New Year’s Eve 2026 road closures
Dubai RTA announces road closures and extended public transport services to ease congestion during New Year’s Eve 2026 …
From Brothers to Rivals: Key Moments in Saudi-UAE Relations
DUBAI, Dec 30 – A Saudi airstrike on what it said was a UAE-linked weapons shipment in Yemen on Tuesday marked the most significant escalation between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to date. Once the twin …
Skims opens flagship store in Dubai for the Middle East region
SKIMS (SKIMS) has opened its first permanent Middle East store at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. The store is being positioned as a flagship for the region, with a curated selection of the brand’s …
Dubai International City to introduce paid parking from February 2026
Paid parking is set to come into effect in Dubai International City from February 1, 2026, marking a major update for one of the emirate’s busiest residential and commercial hubs. Notices have already …
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons shipment from UAE, issues warning to Abu Dhabi
Saudi Arabia says it bombed Yemen’s port city of Mukalla over a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates.
‘Extremely dangerous’: Saudi Arabia’s open waring to UAE after bombing Yemen port
Saudi airstrikes on Yemen’s Mukalla port, allegedly targeting UAE-linked arms shipments for southern separatists, have sharply escalated tensions between long-time allies Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
UAE government issues decree on higher education and scientific research
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree-law on higher education and scientific research, aiming to regulate the sector and enhance governance and the efficiency of higher education, technical, …
UAE weather: NCM forecasts morning fog and dusty conditions this week
Partly cloudy to cloudy skies can be expected during the New Year week, but the New Year Eve is expected to be dry …
Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists’ advances
The Saudi Foreign Ministry directly linked the UAE to the recent advances made by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and cautioned the UAE over the group’s actions.
Dubai New Year 2026: Fireworks, road closures, and public safety guidelines for downtown
Dubai is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, headlined by a record-breaking show at the Burj Khalifa. With multiple viewing locations and extensive road closures, the RTA advises …
Eleven things you don’t realise about Dubai until you’ve lived there
Eleven things you don’t realise about Dubai until you’ve lived there – IN FOCUS: This was the year when everyone seemed to move to the UAE, or wanted to move to there. As Rio Ferdinand and Luisa …
NYE 2026: Dubai extends public park hours on Dec 31, Jan 1
The extended park hours are intended to complement Dubai’s broader NYE programme, which includes fireworks and other activities …
Sharjah approves $12bn spend in 2026 budget
Sharjah will spend AED45 billion ($12 billion) next year to support economic growth and fund strategic initiatives and projects. The 2026 budget expenditure was approved by Sharjah ruler Sheikh Dr …
Where to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah
Other locations across Dubai where you’ll spot fireworks this New Year’s Eve include the Dubai Frame, Hatta Wadi Hub, Dubai Creek Harbour, J1 Beach, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai Festival City, Damac Hills …
Dubai’s best DJ talks the hottest parties in town and dishes to order on repeat
This time, we’re handing the mic over to Scottie B, Dubai’s resident DJ who has been bringing the beat to the city for years.