Sharat Singh Bhandari, Minister for Labour, Employment, and Social Security, raised some important issues that will benefit Nepali workers in the long run during a bilateral discussion with Sheikh …
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar face uneven 2025 growth as trade tensions rise: IMF
While Gulf economies face only the Trump administration’s baseline 10% tariffs, the levies have already impacted oil prices and revenue, especially for rentier states like Saudi Arabia.
Sheikh Sultan issues Emiri Decree to reorganise Sharjah Women’s Sports
His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree concerning the reorganisation …
SPEA engages young minds at Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival
The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) is taking part in the 16th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, sponsored by the Sharjah Book Authority with the theme “Dive into Books,” …
UAE: Tech as therapist? AI is tool for detection, can not replace health specialists, say experts
On the third day of Dubai AI Week 2025, mental health specialists and engineers argued that AI could serve as a valuable first step in early detection and support, but always with human supervision …
UAE, Bangladesh discuss easing of visas, says consul-general
The population of Bangladeshi nationals in the UAE stands at roughly one million, remaining stable and has not increased due to “complications in visas”.
Fortune favours the visionary: How Praveen Shetty built a hospitality legacy in Dubai
In a city defined by ambition and excellence, few stories capture the spirit of Dubai quite like that of Praveen Shetty, the driving force behind the Fortune Group of Hotels. What began as a single …
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank’s Q1 net profit up 18% at $462mln
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) delivered a double-digit growth in net profit for the first quarter of the year, driven by higher lending and income from fees and commissions. Net profit after tax for …
Abu Dhabi Police Warns Against Fake Auctions, Online Scams
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have raised an alarm over a surge in online scams targeting residents through social media platforms. The latest warning highlights a scheme where scammers pose as sellers of …
Sharjah Ruler inaugurates 16th SCRF
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, officially inaugurated the 16th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2025) on …
Dubai student who helped place e-waste bins at some malls becomes ‘recycling hero 2025’
A Dubai student and an environmental advocate has been recognised as the ‘Recycling Hero 2025’ by the Global Recycling Foundation, becoming the only recipient of the prestigious title from the Middle …
34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair to take place on April 26 – May 5
Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) under the …
Raytheon, Tawazun Move Closer To Coyote Assembly In UAE
Raytheon and Tawazun Council moved closer to realizing a two-year-old plan to assemble the Coyote uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) in the UAE, signing a term sheet to establish local production of the …
Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi unveils key services under ‘Barakatna’ Initiative
The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi (DCD), in partnership with the Family Development Foundation, has unveiled six key services and programs under the “Barakatna” Initiative.Designed …
Abu Dhabi set to launch air taxi services by 2026 with new hybrid heliport
Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal hosts 650K+ yearly, offering access to top cultural sites like the Louvre and Saadiyat …
Metallica, Katy Perry Added to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Concerts
The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix continues to add to its star-studded lineup of entertainers for its 2025 After-Race Concerts. Organized by Ethara, the entertainment program has built …
UAE ranks among top emerging economies in AI readiness: Study
The UAE ranks among the top emerging global economies in AI readiness, according to a report titled “GCC AI Pulse: Mapping the Region’s Readiness for an AI-Driven Future” by Boston Consulting Group …