In the first half of 2025, the UAE identified over 32,000 visa violators through intensified inspection campaigns. Authorities conducted 252 operations in February alone, inspecting 4,771 …
Henley Passport Index 2025: UAE Passport now among world’s most powerful, ranks 8th globally
The UAE passport ranks 8th in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, providing visa-free access to 184 countries. This historic leap reflects the UAE’s diplomatic efforts and positions it as a leader in …
Vietnam’s legislative breakthrough on digital assets
With legal clarity on digital assets now in place, Vietnam is poised to draw in global capital. Tran Huyen Dinh, chairman of the Fintech Application Committee under the Vietnam Blockchain Association …
Saudi Arabia tops MENA with $860m VC surge in H1 2025
Fintech remained the most active sector by number of deals, with 30 transactions, representing 26 per cent of all VC deals during the first half of the year …
Saudi reforms drove VC funding to surge 116% in six months
The kingdom’s VC funding, which reached SAR 3.2 billion ($860 million) in the first six months of 2025, marked a 116% jump over the same period in 2024, according to MAGNiTT, a venture data platform.
Saudi startup funding rebounds to $830m
Startup funding in Saudi Arabia has surpassed the total for 2024 in the first six months of 2025. Venture capital funding more than doubled annually to SAR3.2 billion ($860 million) in the first half …
Enclosed for summer: Cool outdoor restaurants with a view in Dubai
The summer heat might slow down some aspects of life in the UAE, but some restaurants have found ways to beat the heat, from clever enclosures to full-blown climate control. Here are venues with a …
Dubai’s Thrilling Extreme Sports Scene
As travel trends pivot toward immersive, thrill-seeking experiences, Dubai is emerging as one of the world’s most exciting playgrounds for adrenaline …
The Best Beach Clubs in Dubai – Condé Nast Traveler
The private beach overlooks the Dubai Marina skyline, and you can have food (oysters, caviar, pasta) and drinks delivered directly to your chaise longue. There’s even a glass-walled infinity pool.
Beach clubs: 23 in Dubai to book in 2024 | Time Out Dubai
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Al Sufouh (04 318 1313). Beach by FIVE Spanning a 150-metre stretch of sandy beach, the beach club features sun loungers, cabanas, hot tubs and an …
Meydan Beach now open at Dubai Marina – Hotelier Middle East
Meydan has announced the launch of Meydan Beach, its new beachside experience in Dubai Marina. The only stand-alone beach facility of its kind in Dubai, Meydan Beach houses two infinity pools, a …
The best FREE public beaches in Dubai
Whether you’re looking to swim, tan, surf, or stroll along the shore, the city is packed with stunning public beaches that are completely free.
Central Hotels & Resorts sees 25% spike in leisure stays as Dubai staycations boom
The homegrown hotel group has recorded a 25 per cent increase in bookings from UAE residents in recent months, driven by the rise of staycations and summer getaways among families, couples, and …
From narrow Deira backstreet to Dubai Mall cafe: Sheikh Mohammed spotted across city this week
Whether riding public transport or pausing to greet a child with a smile, the leader’s interactions with residents reflect a rare kind of leadership, one rooted in kindness.
Dubai Business Events drives continued growth with bid wins and strong global participation in H1 2025
Dubai ranks #1 with ICCA and Cvent, highlighting the city’s position as a premier destination for international business events DBE participated in six global sales missions and trade shows in H1 2025 …
Dubai sees 14% jump in Q2 2025 residential values
The cost of buying real estate in Dubai has significantly gone up on the back of strong investor interest and high influx of millionaires. Residential property values in the emirate went up by 14% …
Broken limbs, shattered spine: How a Ukrainian model was ‘assaulted’ by ‘rich Russians’ at Dubai party
A Ukrainian model has opened up on her harrowing experience in Dubai, where she claims she was brutally tortured by ‘rich Russian kids’ in a five-star hotel party. The 20-year-old Maria Kovalchuk said …