Sharjah marked a historic milestone in its international cultural engagement by delivering a keynote address during the opening session of the American …
Indian passport services in UAE hit by delay as contract row reaches Supreme Court
This comes as the rollout of Indian passport renewals and other services in the UAE is temporarily being undertaken by the Consulate General of India (CGI), Dubai and the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi …
Sharjah extended paid parking hours starts from today
Sharjah extends paid parking hours until midnight across Sharjah, Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Al Dhaid, keeping Fridays and public holidays free, to improve availability and reduce congestion …
Abu Dhabi’s construction sector moves into a higher‑value phase
Abu Dhabi’s construction sector shows significant growth, driven by advanced technologies and greater private-sector involvement …
Etihad Rail Dh10 shuttle buses in Abu Dhabi: Routes, timings and how to book
As Etihad Rail rolls out its introductory passenger services in the UAE, the network has released comprehensive travel guidelines to help passengers navigate the new service. The initial route will …
Dubai Plots a Postwar Comeback That Repairs Its Shattered Image
U.S.-Iran peace talks are lifting hopes for a city-state that depends on outside money, but a full economic recovery is expected to be slow.
UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for July 2026; fuel rates cut after four months of hikes
UAE motorists can finally breathe easier as fuel prices for July 2026 see a significant drop, ending a four-month surge. This welcome relief follows a cooling in global oil markets, with diesel prices …
[PRNewswire] Binance Expands Triparty Banking Network
Binance is the first crypto exchange to partner Anchorage Digital’s Off-Exchange Settlement, eligible institutional clients gain another custody-separated pathway to access Binance liquidity ABU DHABI …
Abu Dhabi unveils LIVEX 2026, a global platform for livability-led investment
Senior government leaders from across Abu Dhabi gathered today at the iconic Zayed National Museum for the launch press conference of LIVEX 2026, the emirate’s inaugural Livability and Investment …
Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre signs agreement with Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna to expand global reach of Arabic language
ABU DHABI, 1st July, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has signed an agreement with Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna. The signing took place on the sidelines of an …
British TikToker Brooke George Says She Acted in Self-Defense as Dubai Murder Case Raises Death Penalty Fears
British TikToker Brooke George is being held in Dubai after being charged with premeditated murder over the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old British man she … Read More …
American Library Association recognises Sharjah’s model for bringing books into every home
Sharjah marked a milestone in its international cultural engagement by delivering the keynote address during the opening session of the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in Chicago, …
Abu Dhabi-based AI investment firm MGX raises $49B for its Fund I
The Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence investment firm MGX has raised $49B for its Fund I, which is $4B more than it expected, which will be used to support its stakes in AI-focused companies …
Sharjah Chamber explores organising trade missions to strengthen economic partnership with Ethiopia
Sharjah, The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) discussed plans to organise reciprocal trade missions between the Emirate of Sharjah and the Federal Democratic Republ …
Sharjah expands Bus-on-demand service to enhance smart mobility
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) announced the expansion of its ‘Bus On-Demand’ service, which it launched in June 2025, as part of its …
UAE peak summer heat season to start on July 3 and run until August 10
August 10, 2026, bringing hottest, driest days with desert highs over 50°C, heatwaves, and key Orion star risings, ending as Al Kulaybayn rises August 11 signaling humid ‘Al-Wa’kah’ phase …
UAE’s first passenger train is finally here: Abu Dhabi to Fujairah in 1 hour 45 minutes, fares start at AED 55
The UAE has launched its first passenger train service under Etihad Rail. Here’s everything you need to know about routes, fares, stations, journey time and future expansion.