The system will automatically check for a valid health insurance policy that meets the approved basic coverage requirements before a work permit can be processed …
Trump wants Saudi Arabia in Abraham Accords, but it hasn’t been easy for UAE
Six years after normalizing relations, some are privately voicing frustration with Israel. There’s also gratitude for its security help.
UAE temperatures edge towards 50°C after week of extreme heat – here’s where it’s hottest
The UAE has recorded temperatures as high as 49.8°C over the past week, with July’s extreme heat pushing several areas close to the 50°C mark …
UAE launches world’s first AI-powered judicial platform
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, said that the launch of the AI-powered judicial platform, the world’s …
Dubai’s Financial Hub Tops 10,000 Firms Despite War Risks
Dubai’s financial hub topped 10,000 active registered companies for the first time, underscoring the emirate’s continued success in attracting global firms despite a period of heightened geopolitical …
More time, more deals: Sharjah Summer Promotions 2026 gets an extension
The campaign continues to offer shoppers the opportunity to win more than 700 prizes, with five digital prize draws taking place across four phases before the campaign concludes …
Flyfi launches privacy-first alternative to mainstream travel booking sites, powered by crypto payments
The launch adds a home-grown name to the UAE’s fast-expanding digital-asset economy, where cryptocurrency adoption ranks among the highest in the world …
Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
A new program is offering UAE residents and citizens reward packages worth up to AED 3,000 (around $816) in exchange for nominating relatives or friends to come and visit Dubai.
Sharjah’s twin-coast ports turn speed into a global trade edge
With coastlines on both the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, Sharjah is wagering that faster ports, new rail links and business-friendly rules will keep pulling foreign investment its way …
Revolut sets out UAE ambitions after regulatory approvals
Digital banking group Revolut is going all-in on the UAE after receiving regulatory approval to offer accounts, cards and international money transfers, alongside preliminary approval for …
On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Abu Dhabi
Matchmaking following UFC Abu Dhabi …
What’s next for Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov after UFC Abu Dhabi?
Following UFC Abu Dhabi, here is what I think should be next for the light heavyweight contenders in Magomed Ankalaev and Bogdan Guskov.
Why choose a free zone for business setup in Dubai in 2026?
Dubai attracts French founders seeking customers across several international regions. Yet company formation involves mo …
Dubai targets global wealth as family offices surge 61% and investor interest grows
Dubai is stepping up efforts to attract global investors and family offices as new figures show a 61 per cent rise in family-related entities at DIFC …
Who is buying Sharjah real estate in 2026? Inside the emirate’s $8bn property market
UAE investors made up more than half of Sharjah’s $8bn real estate trade in 2026, with women increasing their presence …
UAE Publishes 5 Reasons a Foreigner Could Be Barred From Entering The Country, Explains Rules
The UAE has published five reasons foreigners may be banned from entering the country, including criminal offences, deportation orders and public health concerns.
Dubai Comedy Festival 2026: Vir Das, Munawar Faruqui among first acts; all you need to know
A little laughter therapy never hurt anyone. And if you’ve been looking for an excuse to swap another dinner outing for a night of live comedy, Dubai Comedy Festival is back with 10 days of stand-up …