Project to connect Dubai Mall and DIFC as part of first phase …
Abu Dhabi builds a new deal machine around its crown prince
Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour of the Middle East last year included breakfast with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed, Abu Dhabi’s crown prince. The US president was seeking billions of dollars in investment, …
US-Brokered Talks on Russia’s War on Ukraine Will Resume in Abu Dhabi
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A new round of U.S.-brokered talks on ending Russia’s war on Ukraine is set to go ahead this week after a brief postponement, a senior Kremlin official said Monday, with …
Sharjah Executive Council approves Masaar tolls
SHARJAH, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the …
Sharjah Ruler receives UNESCO Director-General
SHARJAH, 3rd February, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received Dr Khaled El Enany, Director-General of UNESCO, on …
Middle East does not need Iran-US war, diplomatic adviser to UAE president says
(Edits first bullet point to make clear UAE is not mediating in US-Iran standoff) DUBAI, Feb 3 (Reuters) – The Middle East does not need another confrontation between the U.S. and Iran, and Tehran needs to reach a nuclear deal with Washington,
Shab-e-Barat 2026: UAE fatwa council permits Haq Al Laila celebration during mid-Shaban under Islamic law
The UAE Fatwa Council has declared the traditional Haq Al Laila celebration permissible under Islamic law, provided it aligns with core principles. This mid-Sha’ban festivity, involving children collecting sweets and community gatherings,
United Arab Emirates Buy Now Pay Later Business Report 2026: A $3.92 Billion Market by 2031 from $1.17 Billion in 2025 Featuring Tabby, Tamara, Spotii, Cashew, and Postpay
The BNPL market in the UAE continues to grow through partnerships with banks and payment gateways, expanding into offline and service sectors. Providers focus on profitability and regulatory alignment …
120 experts to grace Sharjah education summit
SHARJAH: The 5th Sharjah International Summit on improvement in education will bring together 120 international speakers from 30 countries, delivering …
Alex Eala sweeps past close pal Zeynep Sonmez at Abu Dhabi Open
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala got her Abu Dhabi Open campaign going in sweeping fashion, turning back Zeynep Sonmez of Turkiye, 6-4, 6-3, on Tuesday (Manila time) at International Tennis Centre in …
Dubai unveils driverless pod routes connecting metro stations to major destinations
Dubai is set to revolutionize urban transit with Glydways, an autonomous electric pod system launching within four months. These driverless vehicles will operate on dedicated tracks, tackling the …
Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion Awards honor Shah Rukh Khan, Armani Legacy and Brunello Cucinelli
Reem Acra opened with an archive runway show as Emaar chairman Mohamed Alabbar revealed plans to renovate both Armani Hotels at the inaugural event.
Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion Awards honor Shah Rukh Khan, Armani Legacy and Brunello Cucinelli
Reem Acra opened with an archive runway show as Emaar chairman Mohamed Alabbar revealed plans to renovate both Armani Hotels at the inaugural event.
10 Leading UAE Tech Companies to Watch in 2026
Meet the companies shaping AI, fintech, food tech, and digital services across the UAE in 2026. G42 (Group 42): Powering AI and cloud infrastr …
UAE’s commercial law reforms set to double company registrations by 2028
Ease of doing business, sweeping visa reforms, attractive tax incentives, minimal bureaucracy and world class infrastructure will continue to act as a magnet for foreign investors and local businesses …
Trump denies knowledge of Abu Dhabi sheikh’s $500M stake in WLFI
US President Donald Trump has denied knowledge of a reported multimillion-dollar deal between his family and an Abu Dhabi royal for a significant stake in the World Liberty Financial crypto platform.
UAE property: ‘With prices increasing, how can we stay long-term in Dubai?’
Expect rental growth to begin slowing and, in many areas, stabilising …