The UAE has announced a four-day public holiday for Eid Al Adha 2025, commencing on Thursday, June 5, with Arafat Day and continuing through Sunday, June 8. While the holiday spans a weekend, the UAE …
Dubai makes rental registration easy, as Injaz and DLD launch WhatsApp Ejari service
Initially launched in August 2024, AQARI was developed to offer a wide range of real estate services via WhatsApp …
Dubai’s VARA issues the UAE’s first ARVA token issuer license to Ctrl Alt
Ctrl Alt, a tokenization infrastructure platform, reported that it has secured a virtual asset broker-dealer license and issuer license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). As of …
Dubai Municipality designates four beaches for families during Eid Al-Adha holiday
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai Municipality has announced the designation of four public beaches exclusively for families during the Eid Al-Adha holiday. The beaches include Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3 …
Sharjah Ruler adjourns SCC 2nd session of 11th legislative term
SHARJAH, 4th June, 2025 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued an Emiri Decree to adjourn the second ordinary session of …
ICON brings the Sharjah’s story to life through cinematic storytelling
ICON has led the creative development and production for the official launch campaign of the new Visit Sharjah brand under the Sharjah Commerce & Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), unveiling a …
DGR leads Sharjah delegation to Bahrain strengthening cultural and educational cooperation across the region
This visit underscores Sharjah’s ongoing commitment to fostering strategic partnerships, and we believe Bahrain plays an important role in shaping the cultural future of the Arab world. Ayman Othman …
Sharjah announces 3-day free parking during Eid Al Adha holidays
Sharjah has announced free parking for three days of the Eid Al Adha holiday, the Sharjah Municipality stated on June 4. Public parking users in the city will be exempt from parking fees from Friday, …
Sharjah Ruler re-organises Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club
SHARJAH, 29th December, 2021 (WAM) — H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree regarding the re-organisation of the …
Sharjah’s Faya Palaeolandscape marks 11 years in UNESCO HEADS program
SHARJAH – Sharjah’s Faya Palaeolandscape, one of the most scientifically significant prehistory archaeological sites in Arabia, continues to serve as a cornerstone in UNESCO’s Human Evolution, …
UAE Signs $2.5 Billion Deal to Supply Missile Boats to Kuwait
Emirati defense company EDGE Group PJSC signed a $2.45 billion deal to supply Kuwait with a fleet of missile boats, highlighting the United Arab Emirates’ advances in homegrown military capabilities.
How Dubai’s Iconic Man-Made Islands Are Facing a Sinking Crisis?
Dubai’s man-made islands, including the famous Palm Jumeirah and The World Islands, are marvels of modern engineering and ambition. However, beneath their stunning beauty lies a serious challenge: …
Eid Al Adha in Dubai: Salik to apply variable toll rates during holiday
Salik PJSC, Dubai’s toll operator, will implement variable road toll pricing on all four days of the Eid El Adha holiday, including Sunday, it was confirmed on Wednesday. This means, during peak hours …
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan exempts over 300 citizens from housing loans worth Dh101 million
Dubai’s Crown Prince ordered the exemption of over 300 citizens from repaying their housing loans on June 4. The decision ensures that 303 citizens are exempted from repaying housing loans worth Dh101 …
Abu Dhabi’s IRH Buys Control of Alphamin’s Tin Complex in Congo
Abu Dhabi’s International Resources Holding agreed to acquire a majority stake in Alphamin Resources Corp., gaining access to one of the world’s biggest tin mines.
Why the ultra wealthy are sizing up Dubai
The ultra wealthy are seeking to exit financial hubs like Switzerland and the U.K. and are opting for cities in the Gulf including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. CNBC sat down with Ronald Graham, managing …
Dubai Mall’s dress code goes viral: Influencer’s call for modesty earns Sheikh Hamdan’s approval
Jacquelyn May, a content creator, made a video about dressing modestly in Dubai. The video went viral and got praise. Sheikh Hamdan also liked the vid …