A local father-and-son duo are currently in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, for an ATV show at the Liwa Festival. Last year, the month-long festival drew more than 300,000 people, making it one of …
La Romana expands UAE footprint with 90th global store opening at Yas Mall
Gelateria La Romana dal 1947 has expanded its UAE footprint with the opening of its newest outlet at Yas Mall, marking a significant global milestone as the brand celebrates its 90th store worldwide …
UAE marks 2025 with global competitiveness milestones
The United Arab Emirates has secured leading positions across several major global competitiveness indices in 2025, underscoring a period of rapid …
Dubai’s ‘water cities’ are reshaping the future of urban living
Dubai’s real estate market is witnessing one of its most distinctive shifts: the rise of master-planned “water cities.” As demand for waterfront living continues to outpace supply along the natural …
From reservations to festivities: The business of Dubai hotels’ New Year frenzy
Traditionally, the last week of December is the busiest for hospitality in the city, but industry insiders say 2025 is shaping up to be exceptional.
UAE weather: NCM forecasts light rain, fog through Christmas, weekend
UAE NCM said cloud cover will increase at times over islands and parts of the coastal, northern and eastern regions, raising the likelihood of light rain on multiple days, including Christmas Day …
UAE tax rules change from January 1, 2026: From penalties to filings, four key amendments residents must know
If the credit balance arises due to an FTA decision, the taxpayer has one year to apply for a refund. In any other case, the application must be submitted within 90 days. Where a refund application is …
NBCC starts its real estate operations in Dubai
NBCC (India) has initiated its overseas real estate operations in Dubai, acquiring land for mixed-use development valued at AED 16 million and projecting revenues between AED 58-60 million.
Flight attendant, 25, stabbed to death in luxury Dubai hotel room
A 41-year-old man has been arrested following the fatal stabbing of a Russian flight attendant in a luxury hotel room in Dubai.
King returns home after UAE visit
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has returned home after completing a two-day special visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
ILT20: Dubai Capitals Book Playoff Ticket with Clinical All-Round Display
The Dubai Capitals are heading back to the playoffs. Defending their DP World ILT20 title, the Capitals became the third team to secure a knockout spot after a commanding six-wicket win over the …
Stunning image of ‘Christmas Tree cluster’ captured in Abu Dhabi
After 35 hours of filming over more than a month, Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory, located in Abu Dhabi desert, managed to capture a distinctive image of …
UAE President Al Nahyan to make first official visit to Pakistan from Dec 26: FO
Emirati president expected to hold bilateral discussions, exchange views on international developments with PM Shehbaz during trip.
Five governments that clarified crypto licensing in 2025
How regulatory frameworks became clearer (and friendlier) in 2025 For years, the cryptocurrency industry has operated under a patchwork of conflicting regulations — at times banned outright, at others …
Sharjah Ruler opens Mleiha Dairy Factory
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday inaugurated the Mleiha Dairy Factory, which spans 20,000 square metres and has a …
17 EU ambassadors, diplomats explore partnerships with Sharjah
Sharjah welcomed a high-level delegation of Heads of diplomatic missions from European Union countries, alongside members of the European Union Delegation to the United Arab Emirates (EUDEL), as part …
Sharjah enables women to thrive as changemakers: Sheikha Bodour
PublisHer, the global movement founded by Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi to advance women in publishing, has signed a strategic Memorandum …