Eid Al Adha is coming in hot – and so is Abu Dhabi’s festive line-up. Whether you’re plotting a poolside BBQ, eyeing up a luxe hotel escape, or just chasing the best lamb shoulder in town, the capital …
9 useful tips for new Abu Dhabi residents, from What’s On’s readers
Welcome to our wonderful city… Reliable sources tell us Abu Dhabi’s population hit 3.79 million last year (2024), an incredible 83 per cent rise compared to numbers recorded in 2011. And we don’t …
OMV Sells Stake in UAE Gas Project to Lukoil for $594 Million
OMV AG sold its stake in a $20 billion natural gas concession off Abu Dhabi to Russia’s Lukoil PJSC, exiting a project once seen as helping it break free from the Kremlin’s energy orbit.
EU-UAE deal could lead to broader Gulf FTAs : ING
Carsten Brzeski, Global Head of Macro from ING Bank, joins CNBC’s Dan Murphy to discuss the EU-UAE trade talks, and the effects on the gulf region.
Fitch: Dubai property prices to drop but issuers have rating buffers
Dubai residential real estate prices will face a moderate correction in 2H25-2026 after peaking this year, Fitch Ratings says in new report. But we expect prices will not fall more than 15% with banks …
DEWA and German Delegation Discuss Green Hydrogen and Clean Energy Cooperation
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) hosted a high-level German delegation led by HE Sybille Pfaff, Consul General of Germany in Dubai, to explore partnerships in renewable energy and green …
Game-Changing UAE Platforms Powering Business, Innovation & Growth
The United Arab Emirates has rapidly positioned itself as a global hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. With its strategic location, progressive economic policies, and …
UAE’s Tabreed, CVC in exclusive talks to buy Multiply unit, sources say
DUBAI – Engie-backed National Central Cooling, known as Tabreed, and CVC are in exclusive talks to buy Abu Dhabi-based Multiply Group’s district cooling business in a deal expected to value the unit …
Sharjah honours four Jordanian writers in Amman Forum
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 22nd edition of the Sharjah Cultural Honours Forum was launched in the …
Sharjah resumes China roadshow to boost tourism recovery
The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) staged a roadshow in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong last week to attract more visitors and encourage longer stays.
90% Traffic Fine Discount? Abu Dhabi Police Warn of Scams
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a clear warning about fake social media accounts and websites claiming to offer huge discounts—up to 90%—on traffic fines. These accounts also falsely promise cancellation …
A super cool chess and jazz night is coming to the Louvre Abu Dhabi
Tucked away in the heart of Louvre Abu Dhabi (yes, that Louvre), Marta is hosting the final Chess Night of the season and it’s shaping up to be the most sophisticated soirée in the capital. Think: …
Exclusive: UAE’s Tabreed, CVC in exclusive talks to buy Multiply unit, sources say
Engie-backed National Central Cooling , known as Tabreed, and CVC are in exclusive talks to buy Abu Dhabi-based Multiply Group’s district cooling business in a deal expected to value the unit at more …
Passengers left roasting on Dubai runway as ‘baking’ British Airways plane malfunctioned
Passengers on a British Airways flight were left sweltering inside the cabin for two hours after the air conditioning failed before takeoff in Dubai. Flight BA104 was set to fly seven hours from Dubai …
UAE finfluencer licensing brings ‘long overdue accountability’ to social media investment advice, experts say
The UAE’s ‘finfluencer’ licensing system combats social media investment scams, with groundbreaking rules requiring anyone with just 1,000 followers who gives financial advice to register with regulat …
United Arab Bank Partners with Emirates Face Recognition to Launch Facial Authentication for Mobile Banking
United Arab Bank (UAB) has entered into a strategic partnership with Emirates Face Recognition (EFR) to integrate facial recognition technology into its mobile banking platform. The agreement, signed …
UAE: Cashless tips for blue-collar workers? Students unveil digital wallet; no bank account needed
The app, which is still in its prototype stage, was developed by winning team in the ‘Company of the Year Award — University Track’ at the 16th annual Injaz UAE Young Entrepreneurs Competition …