The UAE has taken another major step toward becoming a global digital finance hub after Crypto.com became the first cryptocurrency platform to receive a Stored Value Facilities (SVF) licence from the …
I moved to Dubai with my family – I pay no income tax but my expenses are £9,300 a month
Byron Cole, 42, moved to the UAE to provide a better life for his family. Although he doesn’t pay personal tax, he says his expenses are higher than in the UK …
Dubai’s new cat shelter sees one adoption every hour since launch
When Khaleej Times visited the shelter in Warsan, it was busy as prospective adopters poured in looking for a pet …
6 major Dubai changes coming into effect in August 2026
Major Dubai changes are announced all the time, often a long time in advance, and it can sometimes be a bit surprising when they finally come into force.
The UAE cautiously engages with Iran as strikes decline
Whether by carrot or stick — and there’s still no definitive reporting on which — the animosity between Iran and the UAE has been easing.
UAE qualify for 2027 women’s under-19 T20 World Cup by winning Asia qualifier
Samoa also make it to the tournament for the second successive time after qualifying in 2025 too …
Sharjah launches Dh3.6 million initiative to create 1,000 online stores for women entrepreneurs
The Sharjah Business Women Council has partnered with Packman Portal to provide 1,000 free e-commerce stores, training and technical support to women-owned businesses across the emirate …
UAE President visits Slovakia, discusses regional conflict, trade with PM
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Slovakia on July 29 and held talks in Bratislava with the Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico. The purpose of the working visit was to …
US-Iran-Israel war: NBA puts Abu Dhabi, Doha preseason games on hold as Middle East conflict disrupts expansion plans | Report
India, July 30 — The National Basketball Association(NBA) is cancelling this year’s preseason exhibitions scheduled to take place in the Middle East because of increasing friction and growing …
US Central Command, UAE to launch artifical intelligence task force
CENTCOM and the UAE will establish Task Force Talon Synapse aimed at boosting the development of military artificial intelligence applications.
Sharjah Police launch initiative to inspect fishermen’s trailers to enhance traffic safety
Sharjah Police, in co-operation with Sharjah Fishermen’s Co-operative Society, launched an initiative to inspect trailers belonging to the society members …
UAE President welcomed by Serbian President upon arrival in Serbia
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed arrives in Belgrade for a working visit to Serbia, welcomed by President Aleksandar Vučić at Nikola Tesla Airport, accompanied by senior UAE officials …
Dubai’s new tourist referral scheme: Who can get ₹2 lakh-plus rewards and how it works | Explained
The campaign comes as Dubai seeks to revive tourism affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict that disrupted travel.
Sharjah’s major drainage network nears completion with 70% of works complete
Sharjah completed 70% of construction on its AED500 mn Mid-Line Drainage Project, bringing the emirate closer to delivering one of its most significant stormwater infrastructure upgrades. The …
UAE fines 42 agencies hiring Kenyans, others for domestic service jobs over 135 violations
The UAE fined 42 recruitment offices for 135 violations, affecting 30,000 Kenyan domestic workers. Agencies failed to refund fees within the legal timeframe.
Emirates Launches Crypto Payment Option For UAE Flight Bookings Through Crypto.com
Emirates now accepts Crypto.com Pay, letting eligible UAE residents book flights in dirhams using cryptocurrency at checkout.
UAE offers rewards worth over AED3,000 to residents who invite family and friends to visit Dubai
Residents in the UAE can now earn rewards worth more than AED3,000 by simply inviting family members and friends from overseas to visit Dubai under …