XRP faces key $3.00 resistance as SEC weighs ETF approvals and lawmakers draft a new Market Structure Bill that could boost crypto adoption.
Reservations now open for Ciel Dubai Marina – the world’s tallest hotel
Soaring at a staggering 365 metres, the impressive Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection will replace the Gevora Hotel as the world’s tallest hotel.
Dubai’s strict drug laws explained as Mia O’Brien suffers ‘living hell’ in UAE ‘Alcatraz’
British student Mia O’Brien was handed a life sentence in the Middle East after a day-long hearing, in a case that has shed light on Dubai’s harsh drug laws …
Israeli firms barred from Dubai Air Show as regional furore grows
There is rising anger in the Gulf at Israel’s Gaza offensive and an unprecedented airstrike on Qatar this week. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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The suspected stalker who left Emma Raducanu in tears in Dubai had shown up at the tennis venue despite an enhanced security detail being already in place around the Briton. Emma Raducanu said she …
UAE set to live stream tonight’s rare total lunar eclipse, 82 minutes of stunning totality
On the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025, skywatchers across the UAE are set to witness one of the longest total lunar eclipses in recent memory, with 82 minutes of deep red totality. The …
Solar eclipse September 2025: Who will see it, and will the UAE miss out?
In an extraordinary celestial turn, September 2025 is bookended by two eclipses, a lunar eclipse on the 7th and a solar eclipse just 15 days later. While the Moon recently turned a vivid red in a …
Partial solar eclipse on September 21: UAE to miss rare celestial spectacle
Skywatchers around the world are gearing up for a rare astronomical event in September 2025, as the month will witness both a lunar eclipse on the 7th and a partial solar eclipse on September 21, just …
Concentrix announces Dubai site expansion and new AI-powered features
The recent move underscores Concentrix’ dedication to innovation and superior customer experience (CX) services delivery across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions …
NMDC and ADNOC L&S forge three-year offshore services pact in Abu Dhabi
NMDC and ADNOC L&S have formalised a new collaboration that will align their marine fleets and expertise to deliver value-added services for offshore projects. NMDC and ADNOC L&S forge three-year …
UAE plans to boost gas import capacity
Dubai — The UAE plans to increase its gas import capacity and sees a fall in liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices as an incentive for many countries to diversify their gas supplies, the country’s energy …
Emirates LNG leases land for UAE gas import terminal
DUBAI, Feb 24 (Reuters) – Emirates LNG has leased a plot of land on the east coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and will start building an LNG import terminal there later this year, the company …
Dubai Customs ahead in Emiratisation drive
This was announced by Ahmed Butti, Executive Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone, on Wednesday while releasing the Dubai Customs’ fourth annual Corporate Sustainability Report. “As many as 362 …
BTA Finance Limited partners with Avaloq to digitally transform wealth and investment management operations in Dubai
This will create the optimum operational foundation for BTA Finance Limited to deliver an outstanding wealth management experience at scale, while leveraging data-driven insights to support clients wi …
14th edition of IGCF 2025 begins today in Sharjah
Under the patronage of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 14th edition of the …
UAE bars Israeli defense firms from Dubai expo following strike in Qatar
The United Arab Emirates has blocked Israeli defense companies from participating in a major security exhibition in Dubai, a decision that Israeli officials view as a direct response to the strike on …
Fake property listings in Abu Dhabi vanish as authorities roll out Madhmoun
For years, house-hunters in Abu Dhabi have chased listings that didn’t exist, only to arrive at sold or misrepresented units. That frustration is finally easing thanks to the Madhmoun initiative, …