Abu Dhabi has announced temporary traffic restrictions ahead of New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, introducing movement bans for heavy vehicles and labour buses across the capital to manage congestion …
Dubai announces New Year’s Eve marine closures and traffic controls across key waterways
The Dubai Maritime Authority (DMA), part of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, has activated its final operational plan to manage marine traffic during the New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, …
Expo City Dubai hosts over 75 events and fuels sector growth for 2026
Expo City Dubai hosts more than 75 events and hundreds of thousands of visitors, building momentum ahead of a packed 2026 …
UAE tax authority introduces new pricing agreement fees from January 2026, scraps paper certificates
UAE FTA announces Advance Pricing Agreement fees effective January 2026 and cancels paper tax certificates in favour of free digital versions …
From Brothers to Rivals: Key Moments in Saudi-UAE Relations
DUBAI, Dec 30 – A Saudi airstrike on what it said was a UAE-linked weapons shipment in Yemen on Tuesday marked the most significant escalation between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to date. Once the twin …
Skims opens flagship store in Dubai for the Middle East region
SKIMS (SKIMS) has opened its first permanent Middle East store at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. The store is being positioned as a flagship for the region, with a curated selection of the brand’s …
Dubai International City to introduce paid parking from February 2026
Paid parking is set to come into effect in Dubai International City from February 1, 2026, marking a major update for one of the emirate’s busiest residential and commercial hubs. Notices have already …
Where to rent in Dubai? Top areas and rent forecasts for 2026
Dubai rent forecast 2026 indicates a moderation in growth to around 6%, a slower pace attributed to an increased supply of residential units …
RLPC-Etisalat asks banks to wait for loan fees-bankers
LONDON, Dec 12 (Reuters) – Abu-Dhabi-based telecoms firm Etisalat ETEL.AD has asked banks to extend commitments to an acquisition loan backing its 4.2 billion euro ($5.79 billion) purchase of a stake …
World Customs Organization praises “e-commerce platform” and publishes its development in three languages
Dubai Customs is now a global leader in customs innovation; Atiq Al Muhairi: The platform is a leading model in using technology to facilitate trade and stimulate …
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons shipment from UAE, issues warning to Abu Dhabi
Saudi Arabia says it bombed Yemen’s port city of Mukalla over a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates.
‘Extremely dangerous’: Saudi Arabia’s open waring to UAE after bombing Yemen port
Saudi airstrikes on Yemen’s Mukalla port, allegedly targeting UAE-linked arms shipments for southern separatists, have sharply escalated tensions between long-time allies Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
There’s new updates on the UAE sugar tax to be introduced in 2026
The UAE has given some updates on the sugar tax set to be introduced on the first day of 2026. As part of a GCC-wide effort to cut down on the consumption of sugary drinks, the UAE’s Ministry of …
7 exciting UAE hotel openings we can’t wait for in 2026
From ultra-luxury wellness retreats and private island resorts to gastronomic delights and laidback beach getaways, these are the new hotels across the emirates to bookmark for staycation season.
16 most expensive New Year’s Eve tables in Dubai Mall
The Italian eatery in Dubai Mall will offer a special four-course menu alongside free-flowing soft drinks and mocktails. Expect tasty Italian dishes like focaccia, carpaccio, buratta, risotto, gnocchi …
UAE government issues decree on higher education and scientific research
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree-law on higher education and scientific research, aiming to regulate the sector and enhance governance and the efficiency of higher education, technical, …
UAE weather: NCM forecasts morning fog and dusty conditions this week
Partly cloudy to cloudy skies can be expected during the New Year week, but the New Year Eve is expected to be dry …