By Federico Maccioni DUBAI, Aug 26 (Reuters) – Dubai International Airport saw passenger traffic fall 31.3% in the first half of the year, its operator said on Wednesday, as the Iran war heavily …
This Dubai villa just sold for $60mn
Amali Properties has sold Villa Avatea at Dubai’s Amali Island for $60m, with the seven-bedroom waterfront villa spanning 35,764 sq ft.. This Dubai villa just sold for $60mn. Amali Island, Amali …
Dubai private education sector set to expand in 2026-27
Dubai’s private education sector is set for further growth in the 2026-27 academic year, with 26 new institutions planned across the emirate. These include 17 early childhood centres, seven schools …
Dubai International Airport welcomes 31.5 million passengers in 6 months
Dubai International Airport welcomed 31.5 million passengers in the first half of 2026 as capacity returned, demand strengthened and DXB enhanced facilities, technology and passenger flow for a seamle …
Dubai leads world in cultural and creative FDI projects
Dubai has ranked first in the world for the number of greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) projects in cultural and creative industries for the fourth year in a row, according to fDi Markets …
Dubai airport upgrades: DXB plans more self-service options, smoother remote departures
DXB is also evolving its biometric systems, including facial recognition, to make check-in, immigration and boarding faster and more seamless …
Harry Potter Abu Dhabi: What we know so far about the Warner Bros World expansion
Hogwarts Castle, Diagon Alley and at least three rides and attractions are among the details emerging about Abu Dhabi’s long-awaited Harry Potter-themed land …
Dubai airport expects stronger second-half recovery after Iran war dampens Q2 growth
Passenger traffic dropped 42% to 13 million in second quarter …
UAE military announces 4 benefits people who join the army will enjoy
The UAE government announces four key benefits for citizens completing mandatory military service, enhancing careers, finances, housing, and education.
Dubai events September 2026: Basketball, concerts, comedy, ballet and fitness
Dubai events in September 2026 include basketball, concerts, comedy, ballet, fitness and Dubai Mallathon, with entertainment scheduled across the city …
Dubai to teach students about consumer rights under new ‘Little Consumer’ initiative
Dubai launches “Little Consumer” school workshops to teach children consumer rights, smart shopping, keeping receipts, checking expiry dates and verifying prices starting next academic year …
Sharjah Ruler announces 4 new districts in Khor Fakkan, more hospitals in Kalba
Khor Fakkan will be divided into four districts, namely — Khor Fakkan city, Al Aweinat, Al Sayh, and Al Sabihiya. During a direct line programme, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the …
Sharjah Airport welcomes over 390,000 passengers in one week as summer travel peaks before UAE schools reopen
Sharjah Airport handled more than 390,000 passengers and 2,350 flights in one week as summer holiday travel peaked ahead of the new academic year in the UAE …
Sharjah announces 3 new hospitals in Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn as major development plans revealed
Sharjah announces plans for new hospitals in Kalba, Khorfakkan and Dibba Al Hisn, alongside new Khorfakkan districts and updated scholarship rules …
Trump’s pronouncements are triggering instant trades in the Middle East as UAE investors place bigger bets
The UAE’s retail trading market now rivals Singapore, industry executives say, as war, gold, AI and the U.S. President drive a new appetite for risk.
UAE halts all trade with Iran after missile incident in Persian Gulf
The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade with Iran after reports emerged that Tehran fired ballistic missiles toward UAE territorial waters. The decision comes amid heightened regional tensions …
Dubai tops global ranking in new FDI projects in cultural, creative industries for fourth consecutive year
DUBAI, 25th August, 2026 (WAM) — Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the emirate ranked first globally in …