Thaksin Shinawatra left Thailand for a “checkup” in Singapore on Thursday evening, but ended up landing in Dubai — just a day before a court ruling that could send him to prison. Shinawatra was Prime …
Student ‘jailed for life’ after making ‘stupid mistake’ in Dubai
A British woman has been sentenced to life in prison in Dubai after making a “very stupid mistake” in the notoriously strict Emirati country.
British law student, 23, jailed for life in Dubai after making a ‘very stupid mistake’
A British law student has been jailed for life in Dubai after she seemingly made one “very stupid mistake”, her family has revealed.
Dubai gold prices reach all-time high of Dh429 per gram before minor dip
Over the past couple of years, budget-conscious shoppers in the UAE have shown a growing preference for lighter, more affordable jewellery …
Bryan Adams recalls Giorgio Armani’s influence as his photography exhibition debuts in Dubai
The late fashion icon admired Adams’ ability to cross disciplines, praising what he called a “decisive, direct, and personal style” …
British student, 23, jailed for life in Dubai after ‘very stupid mistake’
A British woman has been jailed in Dubai for making a ‘very stupid mistake’ that has landed her a behind bars with a life sentence. Mia O’Brien is currently being held in the city’s central prison out …
‘This is why I am helping British entrepreneurs move to Dubai’
A former chief executive of the Kamani Family Office (of Boohoo fame) and previous managing director of SRG Apparel and director of Missguided has spoken to Insider about his move to Dubai …
UAE: 10 days of must see global and indie cinema at Sharjah Film Platform 2025, grab early bird tickets now
November 2025, showcasing diverse international and regional films at Mirage City Cinema and other Sharjah venues. The Early Bird Pass, available for 40 AED for one month only, offers unlimited access …
Chef CZN Burak Ends All Business Relations in Dubai
Turkish chef Burak Özdemir, widely recognized as CZN Burak, has officially announced the termination of all his business activities in Dubai starting from September 2025.In a video message shared on …
Indian expat in Dubai wins ₹35 crore jackpot, says ‘for first time in my life…’
Sandeep Kumar Prasad, a 30-year-old Indian technician in Dubai, won 15 million UAE Dirhams in the Abu Dhabi Big Ticket Series 278. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, he purchased the winning ticket while …
How Dubai uses AI traffic lights to slash delays by 37%
Dubai RTA upgrades 300 traffic signals to AI-powered UTC-UX Fusion system by 2026, cutting delays up to 37 per cent and advancing the city’s smart mobility vision …
How 1984 Asia Cup in Sharjah brought Indians and Pakistanis together
Legendary Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar and veteran UAE cricket administrator Mazhar Khan look back on the inaugural edition of the Asia Cup at Sharjah in 1984 …
Team India’s Dubai schedule for Asia Cup 2025: Arrival dates, practice sessions – All you need to know
One of the most anticipated matches of the tournament, India vs Pakistan, will take place at the Dubai International Stadium on September 14.
Dubai property market hits $13.8bn in August as off-plan sales jump 25 per cent
Dubai property sales hit AED50.7bn ($13.8bn) in August 2025 as off-plan deals surged 25 per cent, led by Business Bay and emerging communities …
Dubai tops ‘Executive Nomad Index’ for 3rd year; Abu Dhabi in 2nd place
The Savills Executive Nomad Index ranks 30 destinations for long-term remote workers based on factors including digital nomad visa programmes …
Early Bird Passes opened for 8th Sharjah Film Platform
Sharjah Art Foundation has opened Early Bird Pass for the 8th edition of Sharjah Film Platform, which will run from 14th to 23rd November at Mirage City Cinema, the open-air theatre in Sharjah’s …
UAE: Sharjah to host one of world’s largest Watch & Jewellery Exhibitions with 500+ brands from 21 countries
Join over 500 brands from 21 countries at the largest Watch & Jewellery Exhibition in Sharjah from September 24-28, 2025. Explore luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation in the world of jewellery and …