A 23-year-old British TikTok influencer, Brooke George, faces a murder charge in Dubai after her boyfriend’s death. Prosecutors allege premeditated murder, a charge carrying a potential death penalty.
Gulf countries weigh next steps after Iran war amid Rubio visit to Bahrain, Kuwait, UAE
Rubio was in the UAE and then Kuwait. The visits to Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE are important, as these countries were attacked by Iran during the latest conflict.
TikTok Influencer Faces Firing Squad in Dubai After Boyfriend Stabbing
British TikTok influencer Brooke George is facing a murder charge after fatally stabbing her boyfriend in Dubai. The 23-year-old from Gravesend, Kent, has been charged with the premeditated murder of …
Influencer faces possible execution in Dubai after allegedly fatally stabbing man
U.K. influencer Brooke George says a man she met online repeatedly assaulted her in the UAE, according to an advocacy group. Now she’s facing possible execution for allegedly stabbing him to death.
Senate Democrats Demand Hearings on Trump Family’s Crypto Ties to UAE
Five senior Senate Democrats are calling for congressional hearings into the Trump family’s reported crypto dealings with the United Arab Emirates. The lawmakers’ request centers …
Sharjah Digital Department marks graduation of inaugural digital transformation expert cohort
SHARJAH, 25th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Digital Department (SDD) celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of the “Digital Transformation Expert” programme, launched in collaboration with …
Etihad To Offer Free Medical Travel Insurance For Visitors To Abu Dhabi
International visitors traveling to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Etihad Airways will receive complimentary medical travel insurance, courtesy of a new partnership between the airline, Abu Dhabi …
UAE removes pre-arranged visa requirement for select Kenyans: “On arrival”
Kenyans with ordinary passports can now travel to the UAE without a pre-arranged visa, provided they hold valid residency from select countries, including the US.
Etihad Rail station on track to transform travel to and from Abu Dhabi
Passenger train service between capital and Fujairah poised to begin operations next week …
Abu Dhabi temporarily closes restaurant for ‘posing risk to public health’
Abu Dhabi authorities have temporarily closed a restaurant for posing a risk to public health. On June 25, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority issued its decision to temporarily …
New artistic landmark designed by Frank Gehry to open in Abu Dhabi in 2030
The total capacity of the Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi (House of the Arts) will exceed 6,000 seats across its artistic spaces …
Abu Dhabi shuts down restaurant over repeated violations of food safety regulations
Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) issued a decision administratively shutting down Safari Plaza Restaurant on Al Muroor Street in …
British influencer charged with murder in Dubai
British TikTok influencer ‘facing firing squad’ after being charged with murdering man in Dubai – The 23-year-old claims she acted in self-defence and stabbed the man after being abused by him …
Nationals of Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Kenya and South Africa gain UAE visa-on-arrival access
The UAE expanded its visa-on-arrival scheme, allowing nationals of six countries with valid residence permits to obtain 14-day or 60-day visas on arrival.
Abu Dhabi announces new Frank Gehry-designed performing arts venue to open in 2030
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed attended the launch of Dar Al Funoon Abu Dhabi, planned as a major addition to Saadiyat Island’s cultural landscape …
Dar al Funoon: A new performing arts centre is coming to Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi just announced something special Culture lovers already have plenty of reasons to visit Saadiyat Island. While many are eagerly awaiting the opening of the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi later this …
UAE: 6 new nationalities now eligible for visa-on-arrival
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has significantly broadened the eligibility criteria for UAE entry visas, marking a major step toward more flexible …