UAE declares Friday, August 28, 2026, a public holiday for Prophet’s Birthday for federal government and private sector employees, with work resuming Monday, August 31 …
UAE to allow residents to take nine days off with just four days of annual leave
However, instead of three days off, employees across the UAE could actually take nine days off for the price of four. Typically, if you wanted nine days off then you’d eat into almost all of your …
‘This is what makes Dubai different’: Indian man praises mall staff for calling to check on daughter after fall
An Indian man praised a Dubai mall after staff cared for his daughter and called the next day to check on her. | Trending …
Dubai Mallathon debuts at Dubai International Airport DXB Terminal 3
Dubai Mallathon debuts at Dubai International Airport DXB, transforming Terminal 3 into an indoor walking track to boost wellbeing and unite employees, the oneDXB community and People of Determination …
Abu Dhabi fire crews tackle blaze at under-construction building on Yas Island
Police and Civil Defence respond to fire …
UAE’s Adnoc buys tankers for US$1.3 bil as crude exports boom
The United Arab Emirates spent US$1.3 billion to expand its tanker fleet to benefit from surging crude exports after the country left Opec.
UAE announces Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (PBUH) public holiday
The United Arab Emirates has announced the public holiday date for the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (PBUH). Private and public sector workers will have Friday August 28 off to mark the occasion, …
Abu Dhabi is testing an AED 9,999 AI mattress against sleep apnoea
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health is testing Eight Sleep’s AI smart beds in a 12-week study on sleep apnoea. The Pod 4 costs from AED 9,999 in the UAE.
UAE announces public, private sector holiday for Prophet’s birthday
The UAE has announced Friday, August 28, 2026 as a holiday for public and private sectors this year, making it a three-day weekend for many employees.
Abu Dhabi to test high-tech mattress using AI to ease sleep apnoea
Thirty patients to take part in research by Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City and company Eight Sleep …
UAE leaders mark 60th anniversary of Sheikh Zayed’s Accession Day
ABU DHABI, 6th August, 2026 (WAM) — Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates have marked the 60th anniversary of the accession of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al …
Dubai Customs foils sophisticated attempt to smuggle 460 grams of raw gold
In one of the most complex concealment methods detected, Dubai Customs inspectors at Dubai International Airport foiled an attempt to smuggle 460 grams …
Sharjah RTA completes Dh30 million Al Hisn Island bridge
Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority (Sharjah RTA) has completed the Dh30 million Al Hisn Island Bridge project in Dibba Al Hisn. The project is part of the emirate’s plan to improve transport …
Trump UAE crypto deal sparks unprecedented conflict of interest concerns
A reported crypto-linked business arrangement involving former President Donald Trump and entities connected to the United Arab Emirates has ignited a fresh wave of debate over conflicts of interest, …
Megayacht Amadea sold for $187 million to Dubai billionaire with Trump ties
The sale of the Amadea caps a turbulent and controversial history for the 348-foot yacht, which was seized from a sanctioned Russian oligarch.
Dubai residents will now get a hefty bonus for every tourist they lure to the city
To claw back its crown as a holiday haven, the Gulf hub is offering residents incentives ‘worth up to £600’ for each visitor they bring in …
Sharjah real estate transactions surge 61.8% to Dh7 billion in July
Sharjah’s real estate sector posted robust growth in July 2026, with transactions worth Dh7 billion recorded during the month, marking a 61.8 per cent increase compared to June’s Dh4.4 billion, …