While most UAE residents swelter in the scorching August heat as temperatures reached 51.8°C on August 1, those in Al Ain city got a chance to enjoy some rain on Sunday. In general, weather conditions …
Dubai: New areas driving strong demand as July property sales near Dh50 billion
Dubai’s property market continues to hold strong in July, as demand shifts from traditional to new areas that are offering long-term value for end-users, according to the latest data. Released by …
Dubai Municipality parks, facilities attract over 16.7 million visitors in H1 2025
Dubai Municipality’s parks and recreational facilities attracted more than 16.7 million visitors in the first half of 2025, marking an increase of more than 250,000 compared to the same period in 2024 …
Dubai: 9 paid parking subscriptions now offered by Parkin
Do you commute for work daily, and is parking an everyday hassle which you account for in time spent on the road? Worried of missing the parking deadline? Dubai’s Parkin has several subscriptions …
Abu Dhabi: Employee wins Dh50,930 in unpaid wages, along with return flight ticket
The Abu Dhabi Labour Court has ruled a case in favour of an employee involving unpaid salaries, dismissal without proper notice, and other employment-related claims. The First Instance Court ordered …
UAE: 11-year-old child prodigy, author and publisher with four Guinness records launches AI academy for kids
AlDhabi AlMheiri, an 11-year-old Emirati prodigy with four Guinness World Records, has launched an AI academy aimed at empowering children under 12 with essential tech skills, advancing inclusivity in …
UAE delivers 65 tonness of medical supplies to Gaza in cooperation with WHO
As part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts and in coordination with the World Health Organisation (WHO), the UAE has delivered a new batch of essential medicines and medical supplies to WHO …
Dubai completes 24 real estate projects worth Dh4.5 billion in first half of 2025
Dubai’s real estate sector continues to strengthen its position as one of the key pillars of the emirate’s economic growth, recording steady performance and results that reflect the market’s …
Dubai’s 1,270 EV charging points enhance its leadership in sustainable mobility
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has revealed that Dubai now has a network of over 1,270 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the emirate.
Dubai Real Estate records AED 49.7bln in transactions in July 2025 as off-plan dominates market activity
Off-plan accounted for 74% of total activity, with investor and end-user demand driving project launches.
Gold jewellery demand dips among UAE shoppers as 22K prices cross Dh370 mark
Gold jewellery shoppers in the UAE are becoming increasingly hesitant to buy gold jewellery, particularly when 22-carat gold prices exceed the Dh370-per-gram mark. “The UAE jewellery market remains …
Dubai’s RTA opens new tunnel reduces travel time to 3.8 minutes
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened a new 800-metre tunnel with four lanes in each direction, designed to significantly …
If the viral Coldplay kiss cam incident happened in UAE, how would the law handle it?
Explore how UAE law addresses cheating following the viral Coldplay concert kiss cam incident. Understand the definitions of adultery, emotional betrayal, and the implications for relationships and …
UAE’s NCM records 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia’s Kamchatka
The National Seismic Network stations of the National Centre of Meteorology recorded a 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia’s Kamchatka at 9:37am UAE local time on Sunday (August 3). On July 31, …
Dubai Metro issues warning: Avoid these costly mistakes or face fines up to AED 2,000
Dubai Metro enforces strict rules with fines ranging from AED 100 to AED 2,000. Minor infractions like eating or misusing escalators incur AED 100 fines. Fare evasion and invalid Nol cards result in …
Dubai’s RTA opens new tunnel to ease traffic, cut drive time to 3.8 minutes
The development is part of a larger strategic plan to enhance the Umm Suqeim–Al Qudra corridor, which extends 16 km from Jumeirah Street to Emirates Road …
Pakistan-India Asia Cup clash to take place in Dubai
KARACHI: Pakistan will clash with arch-rivals India in Dubai on Sept 14 during the T20 Asia Cup as the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced the venues for the event on Saturday.