During the visit, Sheikh Abdullah is scheduled to hold talks with top Pakistani officials, including PM Shehbaz Sharif …
SGMB wraps up ‘Ocean Man Sharjah’ with over 2,500 spectators
The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) concluded the emirate’s first-ever “Ocean Man” open-water swimming championship today at Al Khan Beach, drawing 2,500 spectators and more than 500 swimmers …
Usher’s stunning cultural pivot in Abu Dhabi
When global superstar Usher brought his electrifying Past Present Future tour to Abu Dhabi, fans noticed something missing.
UAE maintains trade leadership and competitiveness: Al Zeyoudi
Dr Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, stated that the United Arab Emirates, guided by the directives of its wise …
UAE’s Deputy PM arrives in Pakistan for two-day visit: FO
The United Arab Emirates’ Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Pakistan on Sunday evening for a two-day official visit, the Foreign Office (FO) said in a …
The Kunafa chocolate craze: How this viral Dubai dessert has caused a global pistachio shortage and price hike
Dubai’s viral Kunafa chocolate, launched by FIX Chocolatier in 2021, has become a global sensation, thanks to a TikTok video that garnered over 120 million views in December 2023. This surge in …
What Ibn Battuta found in Sharjah: From Kalba’s rivers to Dibba’s humid nights
What were famed Moroccan traveller Ibn Battuta’s first impressions of Sharjah more than 700 years ago? And how did Emirati navigator Ahmad Ibn Majid shape the course of maritime history? These were …
Usher Scraps Seductive “Cherry” Routine in Abu Dhabi, Seemingly Out of Respect for the Culture [Video]
Usher recently toned things down during his performance at Abu Dhabi’s Club Social, held at the UAE’s Etihad Park, possibly to comply with the country’s strict public decency laws. Video […] The post …
UAE slams settler groups’ call to bomb Al Aqsa, violations committed against Christians in Jerusalem
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the extremist incitement by Israeli settler organisations calling for the destruction of Al Aqsa Mosque …
First SyrianAir flight lands in Dubai, marking return of regular services
A Syrian Airlines (SyrianAir) aircraft landed today at Dubai International Airport from Damascus International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights between Syria and the United Arab …
Dubai to launch operational trials of 50 autonomous taxis in 2025
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing service Apollo Go, a …
Abu Dhabi shuts down restaurant over food safety violations
A restaurant in Abu Dhabi has been ordered to be closed for posing a “significant risk to public health”. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) informed about the closure of …
UAE Strengthens Global Trade Position Amid Service Sector Boom
The UAE, guided by strategic leadership, maintains its leading global trade status, particularly in the Middle East and Africa. Key drivers include open economy policies and strategic trade agreements …
UAE: Over 50% residents unaware of cooking oil smoke points, finds survey
The survey also had a promising finding — over half i.e. 53 per cent of the residents said they would consider switching to oils with higher smoke points if told about ]associated health benefits.
UAE takes part in Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund next week
Abu Dhabi, UAE: The UAE is participating in the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2025, held in Washington, D.C., from April 21 to 26.
IAF’s MiG-29, Jaguar aircraft to participate in multinational air combat exercise in UAE
The IAF is fielding MiG-29 and Jaguar aircraft in the exercise ‘Desert Flag-10’, hosted by the UAE Air Force, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
From TikTok To Trade: How Dubai Chocolate’s Viral Craze Sparked Global Pistachio Shortage
The Dubai chocolate was launched in 2021 by boutique Emirati chocolatier FIX under the name “Can’t Get Knafeh of It”.