Police have begun an investigation into Sunday’s fire in Sharjah in which five people were killed at a high-rise apartment block in the emirate. The number of deaths was confirmed by a senior figure …
OFFLIMITS in Abu Dhabi: Schedule of concerts
Get ready to rock… Abu Dhabi’s OFFLIMITS Festival is bringing some huge names to the capital on Saturday April 26, and if you’ve followed whatson.ae, you’ll have caught all of our announcements on Ed …
‘Heavy ion therapy’: Abu Dhabi to open game-changing cancer treatment facility
Abu Dhabi is bringing the future of cancer care to the region with a world-class ‘heavy ion therapy’ facility in the UAE. It is one of only 15 in the world.
UAE Cabinet reviews tax system, sport strategy, industrial progress, tree-planting scheme and more
The UAE Cabinet approved the adoption of the Public Benefit Entities Classification Guide. This decision is based on the Federal Decree-Law governing public benefit institutions and reflects the best …
Uptick in international student enrollment at IIT-D Abu Dhabi campus this year
Delhi’s Abu Dhabi campus has recorded a sharp rise in international student enrolment in its second academic year. The institution, situated in the United Arab Emirates, enrolled 80 students this year …
Many UAE workplaces push for miscarriage leave to support grieving parents
Despite the emotional and physical toll, 95 per cent of affected employees, both women and men, report taking no time off work to recover after loss of pregnancy …
Sharjah Vs Al-Taawoun Live Streaming, AFC Champions League Two 2024-25 Semi-Final 2nd Leg: When, Where To Watch
The Sharjah Vs Al-Taawoun, Semi-Final Leg 2, AFC Champions League Two 2024-25 match takes place at the Sharjah Stadium, UAE, on Tuesday, 15 April from 9:30 Pm IST. Where to watch the Sharjah Vs …
UAE tech startups raised $872m in Q1 2025, funding surges 194% from last quarter
Enterprise applications emerged as the leading sector in Q1 2025, securing a total of $688.1 million in funding. This represents a 664 per cent increase compared to the $90.1 million raised in Q4 2024 …
Underworld source says Daniel crime clan at top of Dubai gangster’s hit list as Bonzo’s home torched
A Dubai-based gangster is waging war on the Daniel family with help from the Lyons, who are identifying targets.
UAE to establish AI-powered legislative intelligence office to monitor impact of new laws
A new office for legislative intelligence will be established within the UAE Cabinet to develop a comprehensive legislative map that encompasses all federal and local legislation in the country.
Expats boosted Dubai’s 70% property rally, now Trump’s tariffs threaten to undo all gains
Dubai’s robust property market, which has surged 70% in four years, faces headwinds from US tariffs and declining oil prices. Uncertainties in global markets and potential economic slowdowns in the …
Sharjah fire: Screams alert residents as neighbours make rope escape bid
Sharjah residents have told how a fire that broke out at a high-rise apartment block in the emirate on Sunday started suddenly and without warning, leaving many scrambling for safety. Mohammed Al …
Where to celebrate Easter in Dubai this year
Celebrate Easter with some incredible views of the Dubai skyline at the afternoon brunch. Offering face-painting and an egg hunt for the kiddos, you can also enjoy a selection of Easter dishes and …
Global Properties enters Dubai real estate market with crypto transactions, tokenised investment platform
Global Properties has launched operations in Dubai, introducing a unique blend of cryptocurrency-enabled property transactions and blockchain-based real estate tokenisation. This move signifies the …
Sharjah launches citywide drive to control mosquitoes
Sharjah Municipality on Monday launched its regular mosquito control campaign, targeting common breeding grounds such as public roads, open spaces, parks, and the outdoor areas of residential …
Abu Dhabi authorities impose $12.46 million fines on firms, ban CEO for ‘breaches, misconduct’
Heavy penalties were imposed on Hayvn Group of Companies, its former CEO Christopher Flinos, and related entities for ‘serious regulatory breaches and misconduct’, the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) …
6 things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: April 14 to 17
New week, new list… We hope you’re coming off a great weekend. That said, we have plenty of ideas to keep the fun going, so here 6 things to do in Abu Dhabi this week. Monday, April 14 Kick the week …