THE United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently updated its visa-on-arrival eligibility rules for Philippine passport holders. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Filipinos holding …
Canadian fintech investment drops more than 40% from last year even as second-quarter funding rebounds
Canadian fintech funding is sending two very different signals at once. Investment reached nearly US$1 billion in the first half …
The Reliability Economy: Why Consistency Wins in Fintech
This is creating what could be described as a reliability economy —an environment where consistency itself becomes a source of value. In fintech, the ability to deliver dependable experiences may …
Dubai Police warn against fake visa scams
Authorities urged the public to use only approved channels for visa applications and report suspicious offers immediately …
Dubai restaurant review: Why Flamingo Room is worth a visit
The invitation to the Flamingo Room comes, misleadingly, with a warning: there are no flamingos. None. Not even a leg, a feather, or a cocktail stick in the shape of one. It’s a …
Sharjah Digital Department launches Sharjah Cyber Security Strategy 2026–2031
The launch of the Sharjah Cyber Security Strategy 2026–2031 marks a strategic step in shaping Sharjah’s digital future. Sharjah, Sharjah Digital Dep …
Harry Potter Abu Dhabi: Hogwarts Castle, Diagon Alley and three rides revealed
Plans for the Harry Potter land at Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi include Hogwarts Castle, Diagon Alley and three rides and attractions. Warner Bros. World describes the development as the …
Abu Dhabi’s M42 to roll out genomics program in Botswana
The 10-year contract with the government of Botswana includes a national genomics program and will digitize health records and bolster access to medicines.
UAE loses Sh61bn in Kenya exports after Iran war
The decline accelerated after the conflict began, with Kenya’s purchases from the UAE dropping by Sh60.6 billion, or 49.4 percent, to Sh62.2 billion between March and June. The imports halved from …
UAE, Egypt announce US$500 million 5-year wheat supply agreement
The agreement is a clear example of how targeted financing can support long-term economic partnerships and strengthen trade ties between the UAE and Egypt …
UAE strongly condemns ‘heinous’ terrorist attack in Nigeria
An armed group posted a video showing what residents said were about 600 women, children and older people abducted during an attack on a mosque …
Dubai airport reports sharp decline in traffic due to Iran war
Dubai airport reports sharp decline in traffic due to Iran war’s effects – Flight operations across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf faced closures and restrictions after the US and Israel …
Abu Dhabi residential sales value soars 178% to $18.46bln in H1
Abu Dhabi’s residential property sales values climbed 178% year-on-year to reach AED67.8 billion ($18.46 billion) in H1 2026, says leading real estate advisory and property consultancy, Cavendish …
NASA and the UAE Just Signed a Space Agreement to Collaborate on Mars
Early Sunday morning, NASA announced it had signed a “significant” space agreement with the United Arab Emirates’ space agency, one that NASA Administrator Charles Bolden said will help advance NASA’s …
UAE Real Estate market shows resilience amid evolving market dynamics: Colliers
Dubai’s development pipeline remained active throughout Q2 2026, with approximately 11,650 residential units delivered …
Millionaire cruises Abu Dhabi in his Koenigsegg Jesko
A millionaire cruises through Abu Dhabi in his Koenigsegg Jesko, bringing the distinctive hypercar into a gathering filled with rare performance cars. The Jesko stands out with its low profile, large …
SCCI organises Sharjah–Korea Businesswomen Forum during its business mission to Seoul
Seoul, The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) organised the Sharjah–Korea Businesswomen Forum in Seoul, as part of its high-level official business mission to the Republic of Korea, …