US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll met Russian officials in Abu Dhabi as the Trump administration intensified efforts to broker a controversial peace plan for the Ukraine war.
EPAA Sharjah announces discovery of new, rare ant species in Wadi Shees
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA), through the Al Dhaid Wildlife Center, has recorded a new scientific achievement that adds to Sharjah’s growing contributions in …
5 Lessons from Being Part of the UAE Transformation
From regulation-by-design to public–private synchrony and the rise of AI-powered ecosystems, the Gulf’s transformation is accelerating. Here’s what business leaders need to understand—and where the …
On the Ground at Habshan, UAE President Reviews ADNOC’s Strategic Agenda
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has presided over the annual meeting of the ADNOC Board of Directors at the Habshan complex in Abu Dhabi, a strategic hub for the company’s on …
Saudi, UAE school operator Almasar Alshamil’s retail IPO raises $47.9mln
Almasar Alshamil Education Company, a provider of specialised education in the GCC, has raised SAR 179.7 million ($47.9 million) in the retail tranche of its Tadawul IPO.
Sharjah International Award for Cultural Heritage Board launches 6th edition
Board of Trustees announced the start of the award’s sixth cycle on Monday, at a press conference held at the International Cultural Heritage Organisations Centre Theatre.The event was attended by Dr.
US holds secret Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi
US army secretary Dan Driscoll arrived in Abu Dhabi on Monday for talks with Ukraine’s military intelligence chief and a Russian delegation as Washington pushes a peace deal to end the Kremlin’s war.
Driscoll meets with Russians in Abu Dhabi about Ukraine peace plan
The Army secretary is speaking to Russian officials on Tuesday without Secretary of State Marco Rubio or other U.S. negotiators.
Army Secretary Driscoll meeting with Russians in UAE as Trump administration presses for Ukraine peace deal
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is in Abu Dhabi to meet with Russian officials, two U.S. officials and two diplomatic sources who were not authorized to speak publicly told CBS News.
UAE groups ARY, Maher Al Zarooni set up new property JV
The new firm ARY & MAZ Developments, unites two big names with deep roots in the UAE market: ARY, known for its influence across gold, media, real estate and sports; and Maher Al Zarooni Group, an …
Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC plans $150bln in capital investments between 2026-2030
ADNOC has been attracting new global partners to unconventional exploration concessions to speed up development, support the Gulf state’s gas self-sufficiency and meet growing global gas demand …
Itchyworms to hold concerts in Dubai, Abu Dhabi in January 2026
Popular Filipino pop-rock band The Itchyworms are set to return to the United Arab Emirates for back-to-back concerts this January, more than a decade since their last visit.
UAE weather: Rains in some areas; Abu Dhabi temperature to dip to 21ºC
The weather department noted that on Tuesday, temperatures in Abu Dhabi are expected to range between 21ºC and 30ºC, while Dubai will see lows of around 22ºC and highs of 31ºC. It will be humid by …
Abu Dhabi: The Capital of Capital – How Its Finance Week is Redrawing the Global Map of Money
Once synonymous primarily with oil wealth, the United Arab Emirates’ capital has in recent years repositioned itself as a growing financial hub – and its annual gathering of industry titans, Abu Dhabi …
UAE Endorses $150 Billion ADNOC Plan as Reserves Jump and Gas Output Expands
Held inside the operations control room of ADNOC Gas, which supplies 60% of the UAE’s natural gas needs, the meeting underscored the strategic role of Habshan in powering the na …
UAE overhauls financial regulation with sweeping new central bank law
The UAE has taken a bold step towards modernising its financial regulatory landscape with Federal Decree-Law No. 6 of 2025, the New CBUAE Law. This replaces the 2018 Central Bank Law and consolidates …
Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah and Edel & Stark Announce Long-Term Luxury Mobility Partnership
A partnership redefining premium travel standards in Dubai. Edel & Stark Dubai launches an on-property luxury car rental service to enhance guest experience at Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah. DUBAI, …