British woman, 23, jailed for life in Dubai after making ‘very stupid mistake’ – Mia O’Brien got ‘mixed up’ with the wrong crowd and ‘is now paying the price’, her mother claimed …
Former Thai PM flies to Dubai days before he could be imprisoned
Thaksin Shinawatra left Thailand for a “checkup” in Singapore on Thursday evening, but ended up landing in Dubai — just a day before a court ruling that could send him to prison. Shinawatra was Prime …
Student ‘jailed for life’ after making ‘stupid mistake’ in Dubai
A British woman has been sentenced to life in prison in Dubai after making a “very stupid mistake” in the notoriously strict Emirati country.
British law student, 23, jailed for life in Dubai after making a ‘very stupid mistake’
A British law student has been jailed for life in Dubai after she seemingly made one “very stupid mistake”, her family has revealed.
Bryan Adams recalls Giorgio Armani’s influence as his photography exhibition debuts in Dubai
The late fashion icon admired Adams’ ability to cross disciplines, praising what he called a “decisive, direct, and personal style” …
British student, 23, jailed for life in Dubai after ‘very stupid mistake’
A British woman has been jailed in Dubai for making a ‘very stupid mistake’ that has landed her a behind bars with a life sentence. Mia O’Brien is currently being held in the city’s central prison out …
Indian expat in Dubai wins ₹35 crore jackpot, says ‘for first time in my life…’
Sandeep Kumar Prasad, a 30-year-old Indian technician in Dubai, won 15 million UAE Dirhams in the Abu Dhabi Big Ticket Series 278. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, he purchased the winning ticket while …
How Dubai uses AI traffic lights to slash delays by 37%
Dubai RTA upgrades 300 traffic signals to AI-powered UTC-UX Fusion system by 2026, cutting delays up to 37 per cent and advancing the city’s smart mobility vision …
How 1984 Asia Cup in Sharjah brought Indians and Pakistanis together
Legendary Indian cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar and veteran UAE cricket administrator Mazhar Khan look back on the inaugural edition of the Asia Cup at Sharjah in 1984 …
Team India’s Dubai schedule for Asia Cup 2025: Arrival dates, practice sessions – All you need to know
One of the most anticipated matches of the tournament, India vs Pakistan, will take place at the Dubai International Stadium on September 14.
Early Bird Passes opened for 8th Sharjah Film Platform
Sharjah Art Foundation has opened Early Bird Pass for the 8th edition of Sharjah Film Platform, which will run from 14th to 23rd November at Mirage City Cinema, the open-air theatre in Sharjah’s …
UAE: Sharjah to host one of world’s largest Watch & Jewellery Exhibitions with 500+ brands from 21 countries
Join over 500 brands from 21 countries at the largest Watch & Jewellery Exhibition in Sharjah from September 24-28, 2025. Explore luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation in the world of jewellery and …
PH Embassy in Abu Dhabi hosts GAD training for mission personnel
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi hosted a five-day Regional Training on Gender and Development (GAD) for Philippine Foreign Service Posts in the Middle …
Dubai Airport to Scrap Laptop and Liquid Checks by 2026
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is rolling out smart scanners that mean no more pulling laptops or water bottles out of your bag. The full rollout is expected by the end of 2026.How the New Tech Wor …
Thaksin Suddenly Leaves Thailand for Dubai, Says He’ll Return
Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said he flew to Dubai on Thursday night for a medical checkup but will return to Bangkok in time for a scheduled court ruling next week.
Sharjah Ruler supports rehabilitation of Beirut Grand Theatre
His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated financial support for the rehabilitation …
Faster Dubai Airport checks: No more removing laptops, liquids from bags by end of 2026
Passenger traffic at DXB has been steadily rising, repeatedly breaking records, highlighting the need for smarter, more efficient solutions …