Courtesy of Mikhail Nilov The conflict in Iran has led to dozens upon dozens of unexpected tourism outcomes. First and foremost, travelers have been hit with rising transportation costs as oil prices …
Dubai International retains crown as world’s busiest international airport
Dubai International Airport remains the world’s busiest international airport with 4.54 million seats in August, posting 4.4% monthly growth as airlines expand for peak summer demand …
Dubai population tops prewar peak, countering fears of expat exodus
Dubai’s population has surpassed its prewar level, countering the narrative that the Iran conflict would drive out the city’s expats.
Dubai’s Bus-On-Demand expands to Al Satwa, Al Quoz, Mirdif; ridership rises 25%
Dubai’s Bus-On-Demand service has expanded to Al Satwa, Al Quoz and Mirdif, taking the total number of areas covered by the service to 20, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on …
Dubai South fire caused by accident in workshop, says Civil Defence
Dubai Civil Defence affirmed that the fire which broke out last night in the Dubai South area was due to an accident in one of the workshops, which led …
Sharjah cafe wins hearts by serving free slushies to workers in summer heat
A café in Sharjah has earned widespread praise after offering free fresh red slushies to labourers working under the scorching summer sun on the Al …
Warren presses Lutnick over UAE access to sensitive US tech after Trump crypto investment
Sen. Elizabeth Warren asked Howard Lutnick to explain eased UAE export controls after UAE-linked entities invested in the Trump family’s crypto venture.
Warren presses Lutnick on UAE access to US tech after Trump’s $500M crypto deal
Senator Warren demands answers from Commerce Secretary Lutnick on eased AI export controls for UAE firms after a $500M Trump-linked crypto deal.
Dubai Duty Free Launches Crypto.com Pay at UAE Airports
Dubai Duty Free now accepts Crypto.com Pay at DXB and AMIA airports, the first Middle East travel retailer to adopt a regulated crypto payment option.
Nomura’s Laser Digital backs ZIGChain for onchain private credit push in UAE
The strategic partnership aims to streamline the private credit markets across the Gulf States, which will include Sharia-compliant offerings. The partnership delivers a comprehensive risk framework …
No dirhams? No problem: Dubai Duty Free now takes crypto at DXB
Eligible UAE residents can now pay with Crypto.com Pay at Dubai Duty Free in DXB, Al Maktoum International and online. Here’s how it works.
Jebel Ali under attack: Why Dubai’s port is so important to global trade and security
Multiple explosions and a massive fire were reported at Dubai’s Jebel Ali after a reported Houthi attack. The industrial zone houses West Asia’s busiest deep-water port and is a key United States Navy …
Dubai Municipality begins implementation of Dubai Creek Lights project to create world-class nighttime destination
Dubai Municipality launches the AED80 million Dubai Creek Lights project, adding 5,000 lighting units across 8km to transform Dubai Creek into a world-class nighttime destination by 2027 with …
DGR boosts diplomatic skills for leaders from 13 Sharjah entities
The Department of Government Relations (DGR) in Sharjah, in collaboration with the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy, has delivered a new edition of its specialised Diplomatic Protocol and Etiquette …
Mystery UAE Linked Il 76 Heads To Israels F35 Hub Iran Watches Closely Air Bridge Exposed
New Delhi, Aug. 5 — A mystery UAE-linked Ilyushin Il76 cargo flight tracked to Israel’s Nevatim Air Base has triggered fresh speculation over secret military logistics, F35 support operations and …
UAE expands tourist VAT refunds across retail and Noon
Tourists visiting the UAE can now get VAT refunds through a bigger network of retail outlets, kiosks, and online purchases made on Noon.The number of stores connected to the Federal Tax Authority’s …
Dubai Duty Free launches Crypto.com Pay across airport stores
The launch follows the regulatory framework established by the Central Bank of the UAE …