The UAE Ministry of Finance has launched Retail Sukuk, allowing citizens and residents to invest in Shariah-compliant, government-backed T-Sukuk digitally, starting from AED 4,000. Previously limited …
Britain’s Prince Andrew offered use of luxurious bolthole in Abu Dhabi as scandal grows in UK
Prince Andrew could soon be leaving the grey clouds of Britain for the year-round sunshine of the Middle East, after he was offered the use of a lavish palace, as part of a plan to leave his home in …
Sharjah put founders on stage and investors said yes
Sharjah’s Seal the Deal 2025 connected nine early-stage ventures with major investors during SIF and WAIPA WIC, securing over AED 4 million in commitments.
Book a cleaner, set up a business: What we can get in 15 minutes in UAE
In the Emirates, the convenience isn’t a future concept, it’s the present. Fifteen minutes isn’t just a measure of time, it’s a lifestyle benchmark …
Abu Dhabi like a local
Today, Abu Dhabi is a global name: the host of the Formula 1 season finale, future home to the Middle East’s first Disneyland, and a cinematic backdrop for “Dune” and “Star Wars,” …
Why do foods like Dubai Chocolate ‘blow up’ online?
The words Dubai and chocolate were two that would never be associated with one another at the start of 2025. Fast forward 10 months though and variations of the pistachio filled confectionary can now …
‘ To do anything, you need to spend money’: German expat reveals Dubai’s hidden costs and why he left
In a Quora post, an expatriate reflects on life in Dubai, weighing its cosmopolitan allure, safety, and tax-free salaries against steep living costs and a market-driven lifestyle. While appreciating …
BitFuFu Announces Sponsorship of Blockchain Life 2025 in Dubai
SINGAPORE, Oct. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BitFuFu Inc. (“BitFuFu” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FUFU), a world-leading Bitcoin miner and mining services innovator, is proud to announce its sponsorship …
Explained: Why Dubai’s real estate prices are surging; what it means for investors, renters, and the city’s future
Dubai’s real estate market is shifting from rapid, speculative growth to stable, fundamentals-driven expansion. Apartment sales hit record highs as new supply eases rents and lower mortgage rates …
Dubai: Two men jailed after being caught digging for drugs at night
Two men of Arab nationality have been sentenced by the Dubai Court of Appeal for drug possession and consumption after being caught digging for narcotics in Al Wahida late at night.
Prince Andrew set for lavish Abu Dhabi palace move if he quits Royal Lodge
A glittering escape route may have opened up for Prince Andrew in Abu Dhabi following tense negotiations with palace aides over the future of Royal Lodge …
Moniepoint Marks $200M Series C
African fintech Moniepoint has raised more than $200 million in equity financing in a recently closed Series C funding round. The investment will fuel its …
What is Binance, and what CZ’s pardon could mean for US crypto investors
Changpeng Zhao, one of the wealthiest and most influential figures in the cryptocurrency industry, is back in the spotlight this week after securing a pardon from President Donald Trump — a reprieve …
UAE: Fog set to blanket Abu Dhabi, Dubai as humidity soars; slight chance of rain by Tuesday
Residents across the UAE can expect misty mornings this weekend as humidity levels rise, leading to frequent fog formation. While Saturday brings fair to partly cloudy skies and a temperature drop, …
Disgraced Prince Andrew offered lavish Abu Dhabi palace as he considers life in exile after Royal Lodge talks
DISGRACED Prince Andrew is in talks about quitting his Royal Lodge home — after being offered an Arabian palace as he mulls a life in exile. Andrew, 65, is under enormous pressure to cut ties with …
UFC 321 predictions: Who will leave Abu Dhabi with titles?
The UFC is back in the Middle East with two title fights at the top of the lineup on Yas Island. UFC 321 (pay-per-view, FX/Disney/ESPN+) takes place Saturday at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
What happened when we visited Atlantis The Palm Dubai and Aquaventure Waterpark
I’ve been wondering for a while when I would first hear my sweet 11-year-old daughter swear: not a milestone in the baby books but one all parents know is eventually coming.