The United Arab Emirates is participating in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum 2026, taking place in Davos, Switzerland from 19th to 23rd January, with a high-level delegation led by …
Dubai raises minimum wages: What new UAE salary rule means for workers and employers
The UAE has implemented a new minimum wage per month for private-sector employees in the Emirates, effective January 1, 2026. This policy aims to bolster Emiratisation efforts and strengthen labour …
Tinubu returns to Nigeria from Abu Dhabi
President Bola Tinubu will return to Nigeria today after he and some of his ministers participated in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability …
UAE President, Sheikhs Attend Session Marking Fourth Anniversary of Day of Solidarity
The Day of Solidarity marks the anniversary of the terrorist attack that targeted the country on 17 January 2022 …
Abu Dhabi hosts nuclear medicine conference
The activities of the “Advances in Nuclear Medicine: Precision Imaging and Therapy 2026” Conference were officially launched on Saturday in Abu Dhabi.
Elvira leads Dubai Invitational after third round with McIlroy still in contention
Nacho Elvira will head into the final day of the Dubai Invitational with a two-shot lead after a 3-under 68 in the third round, while Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry also remained in contention …
Elvira Holds Steady as Dubai Invitational Heads to Final Round
Nacho Elvira leads by two at Dubai Invitational with Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry and Dylan Frittelli in pursuit heading into final round at Dubai Creek Resort.
A Saudi-UAE rift is turning two close allies into regional rivals
The key question now is whether the Saudi-UAE rift settles back into business as usual or accelerates into a wider realignment, says Marc Lynch, professor of political science and international …
Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry in the hunt after 54 holes in Dubai
McIlroy, who is tinkering with new irons and a new golf ball this week, shot a 74 during Friday’s second round, but responded with a 68 on Saturday that has him at 5 under for the tournament. Spaniard …
UAE tops leaderboard as youth talent shines on Day Two of Abu Dhabi International Jiu-Jitsu Championship
The competitions of the Abu Dhabi International Jiu-Jitsu Championship continued today on their second day at Mubadala Arena in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, as part of the opening of the 2026 …
Tinubu departs Abu Dhabi for Nigeria after sustainability week meeting
President Bola Tinubu has concluded his high-level participation at the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and departed the United Arab Emirates on …
UAE weather tomorrow: Temperatures to dip to 18ºC in Abu Dhabi; humid conditions likely
UAE residents on Sunday (January 18) can expect a generally partly cloudy day, according to National Centre Meteorology (NCM). The weather department noted that low clouds are expected to form over …
UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed to visit Delhi, boosting India-UAE strategic and economic ties
UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed will visit Delhi to strengthen India-UAE ties. CEPA, rising trade, energy cooperation, defence engagement, and diaspora linkages underscore a strategic partnership …
Pressure, purpose and change: Behind the touchlines at Dubai’s World Sports Summit
The inaugural World Sports Summit in Dubai brought together elite athletes and sports leaders to discuss the growing pressures of modern sport, mental health, faith and responsibility; and how that …
Dubai Invitational golfer recorded one of worst ever scores as huge questions hang over event
The DP World Tour’s Dubai Invitational returns in 2026 with Tommy Fleetwood defending his title against Rory McIlroy …
Zanzibar’s First Lady visits Sharjah’s Mleiha Wheat Farm
Mariam Mwinyi, the First Lady of Zanzibar, visited the Mleiha wheat farm to learn about the Emirate of Sharjah’s experience in organic wheat cultivation …
The viral trap: Why Dubai Police say your child’s next scroll could be their last
Dubai Police warn parents about the dangers of viral social media challenges that can lead to severe injuries or fatalities among children. Learn how to protect your kids from dangerous online trends.