UAE work permit fees vary by employer classification, with the government outlining the charges and requirements for businesses hiring foreign workers.
Filipina expat who won Dh5 million in UAE lottery says she used random numbers
The 38-year-old switched to randomly generated numbers through the UAE Lottery’s Easy Pick option, and that change eventually landed her the prize …
UAE schools welcome students back as new academic year begins
UAE schools welcome students back for the 2026-2027 academic year with festive receptions, flexible return policies, strong attendance, and a first lesson on the National Education Charter, values, …
How many billionaires live in the UAE? New census reveals the numbers
UAE billionaires now number over 52 with a combined fortune of $201 billion, solidifying the nation’s position as a top 15 global market for the ultra-wealthy …
Dubai is about to get 3 very exciting new beach clubs
Every season in Dubai has its “thing” and winter and spring are all about the beach clubs. Sure, new places open up all year round, but this is the time for the beach clubs to come first. And no one …
Abu Dhabi to host first EuroLeague Basketball SuperCup in September
Abu Dhabi will host the inaugural EuroLeague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena on September 18 and 19, 2026. Four clubs will compete across two days on Yas Island. Olympiacos Piraeus, Fenerbahce …
Abu Dhabi reopens key E20 Interchange in time for school year
The Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has announced that the interchange connecting Khalifa City and Zayed City over the E20 has reopened in time for the school year. A …
Dubai’s Museum of the Future closes tomorrow for major renovation
Dubai’s Museum of the Future will close on Tuesday. It is one of the most eye-catching and iconic buildings in the city, and is undoubtedly one of Dubai’s flagship tourist attractions. However, it …
7 major Dubai changes you’ll notice this September
Major Dubai changes are announced all the time, after all, and often a long time in advance, so when it finally comes, it could catch you off guard.
UAE views Trump as key partner in push to become AI powerhouse
The Gulf nation’s support for the U.S. war against Iran has also strengthened its alliance with Washington in the emerging tech sector amid fierce competition with China.
UAE weather: Temperatures reach 49°C as humidity rises to 90%, with fog possible in Dubai, Abu Dhabi
Dubai: Hot and humid conditions are continuing today, across the UAE, as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair to partly cloudy weather and building humidity. With relative humidity …
Dubai’s growing role in the global digital economy
An article by Artem Shargin, a UAE-based entrepreneur and co-founder and chief operating officer of 0to8. In the digital …
Strong visitor turnout at Tasleeh Holding’s stand at Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026
Abu Dhabi: Tasleeh Holding’s stand witnessed a strong turnout of visitors from the early hours of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2026, which opened today at the Abu …
Abu Dhabi Department of Energy advances global efforts to strengthen water resilience
Stockholm, Sweden – The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) took part in World Water Week 2026 in Stockholm, reinforcing the emirate’s role as a trusted global partner and a leader in advancing water …
Dubai’s Dhs1.161b Al Meydan Street Development project to cut travel time from 30 to 10 minutes
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded two contracts for Al Meydan Street Development Project, one of RTA’s key strategic projects to …
EAD partners with Abu Dhabi Nature Academy to advance preservation of Sheikh Zayed Protected Areas Network
In the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), EAD has signed …
SEC endorses Sharjah government’s proposed general budget
SHARJAH, 23rd December, 2025 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Sharjah Executive Council (SEC), chaired the …