The Dubai location of a Houston-based Japanese restaurant has been named one of the best restaurants in the Middle East. Kokoro ranks No. 15 on the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants …
Trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia peace talks resume in UAE after major energy attack
The first round of trilateral talks was held last month.
UAE launches ‘national industrial transformation track’ focused on digital readiness, technology-driven, globally competitive industrial sector
DUBAI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has announced a strategic collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF), on the sidelines of the World …
Alex Eala stages grand comeback to reach Abu Dhabi Open quarterfinals
Alex Eala pulled off a thrilling 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (5) come-from-behind win over Belarus’ Allaksandra Sasnovich to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Open early Thursday at the Zayed …
Sharjah Chamber discusses economic cooperation and investment exchange with Vietnamese delegation.
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a Vietnamese business delegation to explore opportunities for strengthening economic cooperation …
What Dubai’s ban on Monero and Zcash signals for regulated crypto
Key takeawaysDubai does not criminalize privacy coins yet has ordered them to be removed from regulated financial channels. This means licensed firms in the DIFC can no longer trade, promote or …
Middle East needs long-term solution, UAE says ahead of US-Iran crisis talks
By Parisa Hafezi, Tuvan Gumrukcu DUBAI, Feb 3 – Regional power United Arab Emirates urged Iran and the United States on Tuesday to use the resumption of nuclear talks this week to
The Boring Company partners with Dubai RTA for new transport tunnel
The transport tunnel of Dubai Loop’s first phase will link key financial districts.
Abu Dhabi residential market records its strongest year on record
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Abu Dhabi’s residential property market delivered its strongest year on record in 2025, supported by rising transaction volumes, sustained price growth and growing demand across both …
A new ‘gourmet water’ bar in Dubai is offering water infused with minerals to ‘suit your mood’
First, it was the banana-randomberry-wheat grass smoothies. Then the cold brew, triple-shot, something-milk lattes, the German-word craft beers, the small-batch, barrel-aged Prohibition cocktails. Now …
UAE key partner in digital transformation: Syrian minister of communications
DUBAI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — Abdulsalam Haykal, Minister of Communications and Information Technology of the Syrian Arab Republic, affirmed the importance of strengthening international …
DP World Foundation, KHDA, MIT RAISE launch AI literacy programme for Dubai private schools
DUBAI, 4th February, 2026 (WAM) — DP World Foundation, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Responsible AI for Social …
Common Mistakes When Starting A Car Rental Business In The UAE—And How To Avoid Them
What seemed like a straightforward business turns into a chain of daily decisions that require structure, planning and experience.
UAE-Sri Lanka to boost trade and investment with new business council
The UAE is Sri Lanka’s largest trading partner in the Middle East, and both nations are further strengthening ties through a proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to boost …
Ukraine, Russia wrap first day of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi
By Olena Harmash KYIV, Feb 4 (Reuters) – Ukrainian and Russian negotiators wrapped up the first day of new U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, seeking to advance efforts to end Europe’s …
Zelenskyy calls on Trump to respond to Russia’s massive attack as talks resume in Abu Dhabi
As the talks in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, the US and Russia continue, Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the US president to respond to Moscow’s massive aerial attacks and the violation of Russia’s …
MENA IPO proceeds hit $1.7bn in Q4 2025 as Saudi Arabia leads listings: EY
MENA capital markets saw 10 IPO launches raise $1.7bn in Q4 2025, led by Saudi Arabia, as selective investor sentiment shaped listings …