Sharjah unveiled its new luxury chocolate brand Qand on April 20, 2026 during the fourth wheat harvest ceremony at the wheat farm in Mleiha as the UAE continues to see growing interest in locally …
No boarding pass required: Abu Dhabi airport allows entry for non travellers to shop, dine
Zayed International Airport is offering a unique eight-week opportunity for UAE citizens and residents to explore its terminal without a boarding pass. Visitors can access shops and dining areas after …
UAE-backed Colombian mercenaries provided support to Sudan paramilitary, report says
A network of Colombian mercenaries backed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) provided critical support to Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) enabling it to capture the western city of …
Sheikh Mohammed announces Dh34-billion ‘fully underground’ Dubai Metro Gold Line
The new ‘Gold Line’ will span 42 kilometres, reaching depths of up to 40 metres underground, and will pass through 15 strategic areas across the emirate …
Sharjah astronomers forecast Eid al Adha 2026 date
The Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub (SSAH) at the University of Sharjah has released its latest astronomical calculations predicting the dates for the upcoming Islamic holy month of Dhu al-Hijja and …
Sharjah to install 100 EV chargers
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has entered into a strategic partnership with ION to significantly expand the emirate’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Under the new agreement, …
‘Sharjah Roads’, ION strengthen electric vehicle charging infrastructure
Under the agreement, ION, a joint venture between BEEAH and Crescent Enterprises, will develop, operate and maintain more than 100 fast EV chargers …
Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council and Khalifa Fund sign MoU to advance Abu Dhabi’s entrepreneurship ecosystem
In line with Abu Dhabi’s strategic vision to foster a diversified, innovation-driven economy, the Abu Dhabi Youth Business Council (ADYBC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Khalifa …
Abu Dhabi Chamber, Federal Youth Authority sign agreement to empower young entrepreneurs
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Youth Authority on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival 2026. Signed …
UAE, Gulf states foil multiple terror plots in recent weeks: Iran links, key details
Authorities across the Gulf have in recent weeks announced the dismantling of multiple alleged terror plots with foreign links, with the UAE disclosing details of a …
Dubai’s iconic Buddha-Bar closes temporarily as part of city’s dining and tourism scene reshuffle
Dubai’s hospitality and dining landscape is undergoing another round of change, with Buddha-Bar temporarily closing and well-known Japanese restaurant Akebeko shutting permanently, At the same time, …
Dubai’s new Airport Express Line to connect the two aviation hubs: Here’s what we know
The proposed metro corridor will link Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Al-Garhoud with Al-Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, creating a seamless connection between the city’s two av …
Dubai luxury developers must raise their game as market enters new era, says Keturah founder
Discipline, execution and long-term value define a market that has weathered instability before and emerged stronger …
UAE becomes sixth-largest sovereign Bitcoin holder with $900M investment
UAE becomes the sixth-largest sovereign Bitcoin holder with a $900M investment. Bitcoin reaching $80K in April 2026 at 34.5% YES.
Sharjah crowned Handball League Champions for 10th straight title
Sheikh Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Thani and Engineer Saud Ibrahim Saleh, President of the UAE Handball Federation, crowned Sharjah with the Men’s Handball League shield for the 2025–2026 season, after a …
Abu Dhabi to invest $43.6bn as clean energy share passes 45% milestone
Abu Dhabi commits $43.6bn to energy transition as clean energy exceeds 45%, targeting 60% and Net Zero 2050 goals …
Trump says currency swap with UAE under consideration
President Trump said Tuesday that the United States is weighing a currency swap with the United Arab Emirates amid the war with Iran. Trump said on CNBC that the UAE had been hit by missiles from Iran …