Catch up on the UAE’s biggest stories this week: long weekend dates, Dubai and Abu Dhabi property booms, Sharjah’s new city, and key economic policies.
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan launches humanitarian villages project in memory of late brother
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, launches Rashid Villages, a global humanitarian initiative to honor his late brother, Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed. The initiative aims to provide …
Dubai: Woman wins Dh760,000 compensation in fraud online trading case
A woman had been lured into transferring money by a man who shared a YouTube link explaining how the fraudulent platform worked and another link to register and transfer funds …
‘I was trafficked for Dubai ‘Porta Potty’ parties – men offered thousands to do humiliating things’
BBC docuseries Death in Dubai explores the grim reality of ‘Porta-Potty’ parties, where young women are reportedly lured with luxury gifts, only to be subjected to abusive acts …
Asia Cup 2025: India choose to bat first after winning toss against Oman in Abu Dhabi
The India vs Oman clash in Abu Dhabi is set to be played in sweltering conditions. At the scheduled 6.30 pm local start, the mercury is expected to hover around 36°C before easing to about 32°C as the …
India Vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Match 12: Abu Dhabi Weather Forecast And Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
India face Oman in Match 12 of the ACC Asia Cup 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE, on 19. Check the pitch report, weather update, and probable playing XIs here …
Cathie Wood, UAE Crypto-Soccer Play Scores 225% Gain, Then Dives
Soccer holding company Brera shifts to solana treasury company, with $300 million backing from Cathie Wood and Ark Invest, UAE-based firms.
Sharjah Hosts Inclusion International 18th World Congress 2025 ‘We Are Inclusion’ for the First Time, With 600 Participants From 74 Countries
Sharjah hosted the 18th edition of the World Congress 2025 “We Are Inclusion” for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa, under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Dr.
Cathie Wood, UAE Send This Crypto-Soccer Play Soaring
Soccer holding company Brera shifts to solana treasury company, with $300 million backing from Cathie Wood and Ark Invest, UAE-based firms.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai Tap Banks for Multibillion-Dollar EGA Listing
Emirates Global Aluminium PJSC has picked banks to arrange a potential initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, in what could be one of the largest listings in the Middle …
Watch: Abu Dhabi conducts test flight of drone-based delivery
According to the authorities, once operational, the UAVs will be able to offer parcel delivery services at a “fraction of the cost” of conventional applications.
UAE could downgrade diplomatic ties if Israel annexes West Bank, sources say
JERUSALEM (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates could downgrade diplomatic ties with Israel if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government annexes part or all of the Israeli-occupied West Bank, …
One of Dubai’s biggest Oktoberfests is back at Grand Hyatt
It’s one of the city’s top spots to celebrate Wiesn. One of Dubai’s biggest Oktoberfests is back at Grand Hyatt. Partner Content. Things To Do.
Dubai’s $1.6 billion tower signals global real estate ambitions
Luxury property prices are climbing worldwide, and Dubai is leading the charge. From the $1.6 billion Burj Azizi to multi-billion-dollar sales, the emirate’s real estate model is reshaping skylines …
Dubai Police warn of fake Global Village VIP ticket sales
Dubai: Dubai Police has urged residents to purchase Global Village tickets only through official channels after warning of fraudulent pages circulating online. In a statement on X, the force said …
Sharjah expands production base, local economy with 361% rise in investment, 57% increase in projects, 45% growth in jobs
This performance is widely seen as a direct indicator of strengthening investor confidence and underscores Sharjah’s effective strategy in channelling foreign investment into sustainable economic deve …
Biman Bangladesh Airlines: 180 passengers stranded in Dubai for 46 hours
Around 180 passengers of a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight have been stranded in Dubai for nearly two days since Tuesday night, after their scheduled aircraft developed a technical fault.