The United Arab Emirates is restricting the return of Iranian residents from abroad as the Gulf state shores up domestic security amid sustained attacks from the Islamic republic. Some of the …
UAE asks UN to approve measures, including force, to open Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates called on the United Nations to authorize a range of measures, including force, to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as Persian Gulf countries pressure Iran to restore free passage …
Iran targets Oracle data center in Dubai after hitting Amazon facility in Bahrain, IRGC claims
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it targeted an Oracle Corporation data center in Dubai after striking an Amazon facility in Bahrain, escalating attacks on US-linked infrastructure.
Dubai defers 3-month govt fees for businesses under new Dh1-billion package
The latest statement confirms that the fee deferrals will apply to both new business licences and renewals, offering relief to companies at different stages of operation …
Child drowns in rainwater pool in Sharjah, police urge parents to stay cautious
Sharjah Police have revealed that a child was drowned in a rainwater pool on Wednesday. Sharjah Police’s operations room received a report on the incident …
Summer 2026 IGCSE and A-level exams cancelled in UAE, OxfordAQA confirms
This move follows earlier decisions affecting IB and CBSE students, whose exams were already called off due to ongoing disruptions …
The impact of Iran’s attacks on the UAE
The UAE, billed as a global luxury destination, has received the bulk of Iran’s attacks in the region so far.
UAE Urges UN to Authorize Force to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates has called on the United Nations to authorize urgent measures, including the possible use of force, to reopen the Strait of …
Dubai’s luxury stores take hit as Mideast war drags on
Rows of luxury boutiques line an upmarket Dubai mall, yet a month into the Middle East war their sales staff sit idly, phones in hand, watching for the rare customer. – Monument to bling – The Middle …
Du Pay and GCash join forces to deliver added value on cross-border transfers to the Filipino community in the UAE
The collaboration marks a milestone in the coming together of fintech super apps to deliver rewarding value propositions for international money transfer …
Is it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Latest UAE travel advice
Is it safe to travel to Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Latest UAE travel advice as strikes continue in Middle East – The Foreign Office has warned against all but essential travel to the UAE …
Dubai’s tourism industry reels from ‘brutal’ impact of war
The US-Israel war with Iran has had a devastating impact on visitor numbers to Dubai, and local businesses are suffering.
Dubai Chambers discusses with CCPIT Beijing ways to boost bilateral trade and investments with China
We are committed to further strengthening engagement with CCPIT Beijing to deepen bilateral relations and unlock new opportunities for the business communities in both markets, particularly in areas …
Dh2,000 fine and 23 black points: Abu Dhabi police warns drivers against reckless driving and social media videos
UAE motorists have been warned by the Abu Dhabi police of strict penalties for their reckless driving behaviour on the streets. The authorities have a.
UAE flights April 2: Etihad and other carriers cancel inbound flights to Abu Dhabi, delays at DXB and reduced schedules remain
UAE airports remain open as Emirates, Etihad, flydubai and Air Arabia run limited or reduced schedules across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah …
UAE tightens tax rules with new refund deadlines, longer audit windows
Officials said the reforms are intended to strengthen procedural clarity, protect taxpayer rights and align compliance standards across the UAE’s expanding tax framework …
Sharjah Children launches virtual activities, programmes
SHARJAH, 2nd April, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Children, an affiliate of the Rubu’ Qarn Foundation for Creating Future Leaders and Innovators, has announced the activation of its virtual activities and …