DEWA has launched a tender for the seventh phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, adding 1,600MW of solar power and a 1,000MW battery storage system. DEWA invites bids for seventh …
CS Tech AI expands presence in UAE and GCC with cutting-edge geospatial solutions
In a move to reinforce its footprint in the UAE and the Gulf Cooperation Council(GCC), CS Tech AI is expanding its operations with state-of-the-art geospatial solutions tailored for urban planning, …
Ranya Rao’s 14.2kg gold bust: Here’s what makes Dubai the ultimate bullion destination
Dubai has long been a global leader in gold trade, housing the Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) and the historic Gold Souk in Deira, where traders, investors, and tourists flock.
Sharjah Media organises ‘Shams Ramadan e-sports tournament’
The Sharjah Media City (Shams) has announced the organisation of the “Shams Ramadan Tournament” for electronic sports, scheduled to take place from 8th to 14th March 2025, with a total prize pool of …
Dubai property rally closes in on pre-2008 record
Growing population and buoyant economy have fuelled four-year bull run, but some warn rising prices are unsustainable …
Julius Baer’s Kunal Sumaya on Dubai’s rise as an investment haven for NRIs
The Head of Global NRI at Julius Baer discusses the key trends shaping wealth management for non-resident Indians, Dubai’s attractiveness for high-net-worth individuals, and the evolving needs of the …
Sharjah real estate: Alef completes Al Mamsha Seerah structural work ahead of 2025 handover
Sharjah real estate developer Alef has announced that the first phase of “Al Mamsha Seerah” is advancing at an accelerated pace, with 100 per cent completion of structural work, in line with the …
Arada awards $164mn contract to build the first phase of Arada Central Business District, Sharjah’s new commercial hub
Sharjah-based real estate major Arada announced awarding the contract to build the first phase of Arada Central Business District (CBD), its upcoming commercial centre in the emirate, to Modern …
UAE drug bust: Abu Dhabi Police seize 184kg of narcotics in ‘Secret Hideouts’ operation
Abu Dhabi Police have seized 184 kilogrammes of hashish and arrested two Asian individuals during an operation codenamed ‘Secret Hideouts’.
Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge 2025: Results, Highlights, and Standings
Results, Highlights, and W2RC Standings The 2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge wrapped up with a week of action-packed racing, inf …
Watch: Abu Dhabi Police seize 184kg of drugs hidden in marble pillars, arrest 2
Two Asians in possession of 184 kilograms of hashish were arrested by Abu Dhabi Police in a major drug bust. The operation, named ‘Secret Hideouts’ dealt a major blow to drug dealers, it said in a …
UAE custody laws: Unmarried non-Muslim mother fights for child’s future; what are her rights?
Unmarried mother in the UAE fights for custody. Will she lose her child? Her story highlights the challenges for unmarried parents in the Emirates
UAE’s $51 Billion Pledge for Turkey Is Marred by Failed Deals
The United Arab Emirates’ pledge to invest $51 billion in Turkey is faltering two years after it was announced, as a rebound in Ankara’s economic fortunes emboldens local firms to hold firm on valuations and stifles deals.
Planning Europe trip this summer? Apply for your Schengen visa now
Traveling to Europe during the summer holidays has become a common affair for UAE residents, with many seeking to escape the heat and enjoy the pleasant weather, extended daylight hours, and vibrant …
Sudan takes UAE to world court over ‘complicity in genocide’
Sudan is taking the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of supporting Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the civil war. Khartoum argues …
New exhibition at NYU Abu Dhabi shines light on the unseen artisans of the Freej Al Murar district
This is about giving a voice to the invisible,” explains Hadeyah Badri, one third of the Sharjah-based Mobius Design Studio that has put together a new exhibition running at NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery …
$90 Million Villa Sale Sets a Record on Dubai’s Jumeirah Bay Island
A custom-built villa on Dubai’s Jumeirah Bay Island has sold for AED 330 million (US$89.85 million), setting a sales record for the seahorse-shaped island. This sale significantly surpasses the …