Spend your Saturday morning at a rooftop Pilates session held next to the TATTU Dubai infinity pool. You’ll start off with a cold-infused tea and oshibori, before completing the serene 45-minute class …
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government launches operation against UAE-backed separatists
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government launched what it called a peaceful operation to take back military positions from the UAE-backed southern separatists on Friday, who in turn said seven Saudi airstrikes …
When midnight lasted an hour: Abu Dhabi’s unforgettable New Year fireworks
A stunning New Year’s Eve welcomed 2026 as Abu Dhabi lit up the sky in a way few cities ever have. The capital of the United Arab Emirates staged an extraordinary celebration at the Sheikh Zayed …
Dubai’s hottest real estate spots in 2025: Where did billions flow?
The Dubai real estate market 2025 shattered records for the fifth consecutive year, generating an unprecedented AED 682bn in sales …
Dubai has just introduced a huge new plastic ban – here’s what’s changed
Dubai is rolling out another phase of its single use plastic ban as of Thursday January 1 – and it’s going to have a big impact on your takeaway …
Flight attendant found dead in Dubai had chillingly predicted her own murder
A Russian flight attendant who fled to the UAE in a desperate attempt to escape her alleged stalker was found brutally murdered in a Dubai hotel …
These 8 major Dubai changes are happening in 2026
Dubai is constantly changing. There is never a dull day in the emirate and as we prepare to say hello to 2026, we’re also preparing for a whole host of Dubai changes to be introduced.
Dubai New Year 2026: Fireworks display at the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa
The UAE welcomed in the New Year with a dramatic fireworks show at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the world’s tallest building. The show projected a countdown onto the building’s facade, as well as the …
Yemen’s Aden airport shuts as Saudi-UAE rift deepens
Flights at Yemen’s Aden international airport were halted on Thursday, the latest sign of a deepening crisis between Gulf powers Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, whose rivalry is reshaping …
Best of frenemies: Saudi, UAE rivalry bursts into view
For years, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia projected geopolitical and economic power across the Gulf and beyond, seemingly in tandem.
Is Dubai Becoming The Ibiza Of The Middle East?
Unrelenting construction, progress and growth of the UAE megacity has led to a vibrant EDM club and music scene that didn’t exist just three years ago …
Hope, joy and new beginnings: Abu Dhabi hospitals welcome babies born in 2026
Burjeel Medical City and Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi welcomed the year 2026 with moments of joy, celebration and newborns coinciding with fireworks …
Abu Dhabi breaks world record with 62-minute firework, 6,500 drone show to welcome new year 2026: Jaw-dropping visuals go viral
While the rest of the world was content with countdowns and quick fireworks, the UAE clearly had other plans. New Year’s Eve 2026 arrived with a promise of a bigger, brighter, and longer showcase, and …
Abu Dhabi Police honour Asian man for his honesty
The Abu Dhabi Police honoured an Asian man in recognition of his honesty, integrity, and collaboration with the police.
Sharjah Consultative Council holds 17 sessions, passes six laws, boosts oversight in 2025
During 2025, the Sharjah Consultative Council continued to perform its parliamentary, legislative, and oversight roles within the framework of the emirate’s institutional work system.The year 2025 …
Burj Khalifa lights up as Dubai rings in the new year
Dubai rang in 2026 with the city’s iconic Burj Khalifa at the center of a massive fireworks display. Trump administration terminates lease for Washington’s 3 public golf courses …
Analysis: Yemen strike shows depth of distrust between Saudi Arabia and UAE
The withdrawal of Emirati forces from Yemen following a Saudi airstrike may help defuse a confrontation between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, but the incident has exposed simmering distrust between two …