Marking a significant achievement that underscores its commitment to implementing international best practices and standards …
Abu Dhabi sets new livability standards for major master plans
Abu Dhabi has introduced mandatory livability assessments for major new and updated master plans across the emirate. Department of Municipalities and Transport introduced its Livability by Design …
UAE changes what foreigners need to know about family sponsorship
UAE has clarified family sponsorship rules for foreign residents, including age limits for sons and daughters and exceptions for students over 18.
Dubai adds 24,000 homes as property market surges 36%
Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai’s H1 2026 property figures as 104 projects worth Dh111bn deliver more than 24,000 new real estate units. Dubai adds 24,000 homes as property market surges 36%. development, …
Dubai residents can now purchase RTA nol cards at selected Al Ansari Exchange branches
Al Ansari Exchange partnership makes it easier for residents to access public transport, including the Metro, tram, buses and marine transport …
Dubai’s DMC handles record 52 vessels in one day as activity rebounds
Dry berth occupancy rises 22% in July, while demand from yachts and pleasure craft jumps 88% as maritime hub expands capacity …
Emirates restarts Dubai-Kuwait flights with one daily service
Emirates has resumed passenger flights between Dubai and Kuwait with one daily service, restoring direct capacity after recent regional schedule disruption. Dubai-based airline currently operates …
Meraas and BGRE break ground on Solaya, a new beachfront community in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Meraas, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, and BGRE (formerly Brookfield Properties), today marked a key construction milestone by breaking ground on Solaya, the …
Mumbai homebuyers pay Dubai, Singapore property prices, but experience ends at compound wall,’ Reddit post sparks debate
Mumbai real estate: Redditor questions if homebuyers paying more than ₹10 cr for prime homes should expect infrastructure comparable with Dubai and Singapore …
Dubai’s Toyota Building: Iconic sign to live on, ‘one last surprise’ planned
The end may be near for Dubai’s Toyota Building, but that is certainly not the case for the famous sign that gave the landmark its popular name. Al-Futtaim Toyota plans to carry forward the legacy of …
Dubai Had A Record Number Of Tourists Last Year. Now, They’re Paying People To Visit.
The city of Dubai is making dramatic—and expensive—efforts to recoup the once record-breaking tourist numbers that have plummeted since the start of the Iran war by offering travel perks worth upwards …
UAE weather today: 45°C heat, 90% humidity in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and chance of rain forecast
Dubai and Abu Dhabi hit 45°C with up to 90% humidity, inland highs near 49°C, and a chance of afternoon rain in eastern areas …
UAE cyber chief says a single virus could disrupt an airport, power or water network
Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti urged people to be more cautious online, as AI makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish authentic information from manipulated or fabricated content
Dubai’s new Flexi Rent scheme to narrow short-term, annual lease gap
New scheme, backed by Dubai Land Department, will let tenants in the emirate pay rents on a monthly basis, easing upfront costs for annual leases …
Dubai property trend: Owners spend up to $5.4m on villas as kitchens, pools and smart homes transform
Dubai homeowners are spending up to $5.4m renovating luxury villas as rising property values reshape kitchens, pools, smart homes and buyer priorities …
Dubai adopts unified system to measure government workforce productivity
The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) announced the adoption of the workforce productivity measurement system as a unified government …
UAE unveils new AI system to detect and track misinformation
UAE Journalists Association chairperson said tackling misinformation requires a coordinated approach combining technology, media expertise and international cooperation …