RTA announced the Dubai Metro Ramadan hours along with other public transport services which is expected to begin on Thursday February 19 …
UAE-regulated Fuze expands into Jordan after central bank approval
UAE-regulated Fuze, a leading digital assets infrastructure provider, has expanded into the Kingdom of Jordan after receiving approval to join the Central Bank of Jordan regulatory sandbox for …
Dubai Ramadan working hours 2026 announced: New timings for government employees
According to a circular issued by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, government staff will work from 9am to 2:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and from 9am to 12 noon on Fridays.
Hidden gems power Abu Dhabi property market with AED22bn in deals
Strong sales signal a strategic shift toward value-driven residential markets as buyers look beyond traditional prime districts …
Ookla, Omdia deliver SA 5G reality check
Ookla and Omdia say SA 5G is firmly in the deployment phase, a factor which presents a whole host of fresh challenges.
Sharjah to launch feasibility study for air taxi and cargo transport project
Chaired by Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Executive Council, the Sharjah …
Seven companies join REACH Middle East aiming to build Dubai’s next real estate unicorn
Accelerator programme aims to solve challenges as diverse as digital rental payments, 3D off-plan sales and AI-driven procurement …
Ohana Development Launches USD 4.1 Billion ‘Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana’ in Abu Dhabi
Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer, has officially launched ‘Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana,’ a USD 4.1 billion gated waterfront community on Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi and …
CBN: From Fintech Pioneer To Global Regulatory Model
Nigeria’s ascent as one of Africa’s most dynamic fintech hubs did not happen by accident. It has been shaped by a combination of entrepreneurial energy, …
5 incredible Ramadan markets to visit in 2026
Expected to begin on Thursday February 19, the month will bring a series of Ramadan markets to the city for special evening celebrations.
Ramadan 2026: UAE to search for crescent today; when will holy month begin?
How to spot the moon? Residents across the country have been urged to look to the skies tonight as the UAE’s Moon-Sighting Committee convenes at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi to spot the crescent. The UAE …
RIT Dubai launches Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations
Reflecting RIT Dubai’s longstanding reputation as a leader in technology education, the new Bachelor of Science program responds to the evolution of advertising and public relations as disciplines …
Saudi-UAE economic rift risks Qatar-style crisis
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), two representative oil-producing nations in the Middle East, has escalated beyond diplomatic and military spheres into the …
UAE President sends wishes on Lunar Year in multiple languages
“I extend my best wishes to all those celebrating Lunar New Year in the UAE and around the world. May the year ahead bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to you and your loved ones,” wrote UAE …
WCO secretary-general explores Abu Dhabi Customs’ leadership in digital transformation
ABU DHABI, 16th February, 2026 (WAM) — Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori, Director- General of Abu Dhabi Customs, welcomed Ian Saunders, Secretary-General of the World Customs Organisation (WCO), at the …
UAE partners with Elon Musk’s Starlink to bring digital classrooms in 100 remote villages globally
The UAE has partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink to bring digital education to remote students globally. This initiative, launched at the World Government Summit 2026, uses satellite internet to overcome …
Tennis-lucky losers step in as withdrawals shake Dubai draw, reignite calendar debate
By Shrivathsa Sridhar Feb 16 (Reuters) – Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko withdrew from the Dubai Tennis Championships on Monday, becoming the latest prominent player to be ruled out due to injury, …