New 42km Metro line will link key districts, improve commutes and integrate with national rail, benefiting over 1.5 million residents by 2040 …
White House-UAE financial swap and the future of a booming Mideast economy post-war
The United Arab Emirates has engineered one of the world’s most resilient travel and tourism economies. This Mideast war may be its biggest rebound test.
Emirati firms ALTÉRRA, Masdar upping Abu Dhabi’s renewables push
ALTÉRRA announced a partnership with KKR, while Masdar installed the first of 95 turbines at a $5.4 billion wind farm off the coast of Britain.
Abu Dhabi checks emergency response readiness in over 480 schools, nurseries
These were part of a continuous, intelligence-led monitoring system aligned with a proactive approach to enhancing operational readiness across vital sectors …
Dubai unveils 42km gold line underground metro project with 2032 completion target
Dubai has unveiled plans for a major expansion of its public transport infrastructure, with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announcing the launch of the Dubai Metro Gold Line project, a …
Dubai sees 150,000 students return to classrooms across 450 schools
Dubai sees 150,000 students return to over 450 schools as Sheikh Hamdan reviews KHDA progress and Education 33 strategy initiatives More than 150,000 students have returned to classrooms across Dubai, …
Syrian President Al Shara arrives in Abu Dhabi to strengthen UAE ties
The leader has already held key talks in Saudi Arabia and Qatar during a Gulf tour this week …
Abu Dhabi inspects 480 schools, nurseries to strengthen emergency readiness
Abu Dhabi authorities have conducted inspections of more than 480 schools and nurseries to assess emergency preparedness and strengthen safety standards across the education sector.The initiative was …
Dubai unveils $9bn metro Gold Line linking city centre to suburbs
42km route is largest transportation project in emirate’s history, says Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid …
Sheikh Mohammed announces huge new Dubai Metro Gold Line
The Dubai Metro will get a brand-new 42 kilometre Gold Line which is scheduled to be completed by September 9 2032, which would be the 23rd anniversary of the Dubai Metro.
NEWS: Gold Line added to Dubai Metro network
Dubai plans to expand its metro network with a new Gold line as part of a AED 56.5 billion investment …
Dubai Metro Gold Line route map: 18 stations, ‘high-speed rail’, Etihad Rail link
Dubai’s newly released Rail Network Plan 2032 map has revealed the full route of the upcoming Gold Line, showing a corridor that begins in the historic Al Ghubaiba area and runs across the city to …
From pumpkin to honey, Sharjah’s new chocolate brand is built on local ingredients
Sharjah unveiled its new luxury chocolate brand Qand on April 20, 2026 during the fourth wheat harvest ceremony at the wheat farm in Mleiha as the UAE continues to see growing interest in locally …
No boarding pass required: Abu Dhabi airport allows entry for non travellers to shop, dine
Zayed International Airport is offering a unique eight-week opportunity for UAE citizens and residents to explore its terminal without a boarding pass. Visitors can access shops and dining areas after …
UAE-backed Colombian mercenaries provided support to Sudan paramilitary, report says
A network of Colombian mercenaries backed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) provided critical support to Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) enabling it to capture the western city of …
Sheikh Mohammed announces Dh34-billion ‘fully underground’ Dubai Metro Gold Line
The new ‘Gold Line’ will span 42 kilometres, reaching depths of up to 40 metres underground, and will pass through 15 strategic areas across the emirate …
Sharjah astronomers forecast Eid al Adha 2026 date
The Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) at the University of Sharjah has released its latest astronomical calculations predicting the dates for the upcoming Islamic holy month of Dhu al-Hijja and …