New Year’s revelers in Dubai were treated to a spectacular fireworks show at the stroke of midnight. That happened at 2 p.m. in Dallas.
Dubai showcases spectacular fireworks display as countries welcome 2026
From bell-ringing in Japan, to light shows in Thailand and drumming in China, join us to follow new year celebrations across the world.
Dubai’s Home Buyers Are Settling in Long Term as the City Wraps up a Record-Breaking Year
The Middle Eastern financial hub is transitioning from a global investment hot spot to a magnet for overseas migration …
Is Gen Z Rewriting or Ruining Personal Finance? What’s Next in Fintech
Overview: Gen Z prefers fintech apps and digital wallets over traditional banks for daily money management.Early investing and easy access can increase opportun …
Time Out Dubai’s guide to NYE – here’s how we’re spending it
If you need some last-minute inspo (or are just a little nosey), then come take a look in our diaries for our New Year’s Eve plans.
CNN tours Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District
Becky Anderson talks with Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, and John Berman goes on a scavenger hunt.
Saudi Property Reform 2026: Complementing Dubai, Not Competing
Saudi Arabia’s January 2026 foreign ownership law seeks to attract property investment amid Dubai’s supply glut, focusing on religious-tourism niches and family-oriented Muslim investors rather than …
‘Year of the Family:’ Fireworks light up Abu Dhabi sky and delight thousands of families
Abu Dhabi celebrated on Wednesday the advent of the new year 2026, “Year of the Family,” as fireworks displays lit up the city’s sky, amid a large turnout of citizens and residents who flocked early …
Chinese AI Startup MiniMax Eyes $600M IPO Backed by Alibaba and Abu Dhabi
MiniMax, a Chinese AI startup, is preparing a $600 million IPO backed by Alibaba and Abu Dhabi investors as competition between US and Chinese AI firms intensifies.
Sharjah’s Al Qassimi Hospital performs delicate surgery to save world racer
Specialised medical teams at Al Qassimi Hospital in Sharjah, affiliated with Emirates Health Services, successfully performed a delicate surgical …
Sharjah consolidates nature reserves under new Emiri decrees
Ruler of Sharjah orders the merger of Al Muntather and Mahafiz reserves and approves an official name change for Al Mutasannad …
Day two of inaugural World Sports Summit in Dubai sees focus shift to athletes’ well-being
Day two of inaugural World Sports Summit in Dubai sees focus shift to athletes’ well-being Dubai Sports Council organised the event under the patronage of Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime …
Affordable rentals surge past 20% as Dubai property market looks to sustain healthier pace in 2026
As Dubai’s property market moves into 2026, the clearest signals are emerging not from headline-grabbing luxury transactions, but from sustained rental pressure in the city’s most affordable …
Dubai’s Burj Khalifa New Year’s Eve Fireworks Live Streaming: Where To Watch Downtown Celebrations To Ring In 2026
Dubai has turned New Year’s Eve into a truly global moment, bringing millions together online and in person. Whether you’re watching from your living room, a party with friends, or on the go, the Burj …
Burj Khalifa New Year’s Eve 2026 live streaming: Watch Dubai’s fireworks online, start time, and links
Dubai is set to welcome 2026 with a dazzling display as the Burj Khalifa illuminates the night sky on New Year’s Eve.
40 best New Year’s Eve 2026 firework locations in Dubai
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 in Dubai with 40 stunning firework locations locals can easily visit across the city.
UAE may offer two-year multiple-entry visit visas for work assignments
The United Arab Emirates is set to introduce new rules for Work Assignment Visas. These visas will soon be multiple-entry, valid for two years. Visitors can stay up to 60 days per visit, with a total …