Expo City Dubai hosts more than 75 events and hundreds of thousands of visitors, building momentum ahead of a packed 2026 …
From Brothers to Rivals: Key Moments in Saudi-UAE Relations
DUBAI, Dec 30 – A Saudi airstrike on what it said was a UAE-linked weapons shipment in Yemen on Tuesday marked the most significant escalation between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to date. Once the twin …
Skims opens flagship store in Dubai for the Middle East region
SKIMS (SKIMS) has opened its first permanent Middle East store at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. The store is being positioned as a flagship for the region, with a curated selection of the brand’s …
Dubai International City to introduce paid parking from February 2026
Paid parking is set to come into effect in Dubai International City from February 1, 2026, marking a major update for one of the emirate’s busiest residential and commercial hubs. Notices have already …
World Customs Organization praises “e-commerce platform” and publishes its development in three languages
Dubai Customs is now a global leader in customs innovation; Atiq Al Muhairi: The platform is a leading model in using technology to facilitate trade and stimulate …
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons shipment from UAE, issues warning to Abu Dhabi
Saudi Arabia says it bombed Yemen’s port city of Mukalla over a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates.
‘Extremely dangerous’: Saudi Arabia’s open waring to UAE after bombing Yemen port
Saudi airstrikes on Yemen’s Mukalla port, allegedly targeting UAE-linked arms shipments for southern separatists, have sharply escalated tensions between long-time allies Riyadh and Abu Dhabi.
16 most expensive New Year’s Eve tables in Dubai Mall
The Italian eatery in Dubai Mall will offer a special four-course menu alongside free-flowing soft drinks and mocktails. Expect tasty Italian dishes like focaccia, carpaccio, buratta, risotto, gnocchi …
UAE government issues decree on higher education and scientific research
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree-law on higher education and scientific research, aiming to regulate the sector and enhance governance and the efficiency of higher education, technical, …
UAE weather: NCM forecasts morning fog and dusty conditions this week
Partly cloudy to cloudy skies can be expected during the New Year week, but the New Year Eve is expected to be dry …
Saudi Arabia warns UAE, links Abu Dhabi to Yemen separatists’ advances
The Saudi Foreign Ministry directly linked the UAE to the recent advances made by the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and cautioned the UAE over the group’s actions.
Dubai New Year 2026: Fireworks, road closures, and public safety guidelines for downtown
Dubai is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, headlined by a record-breaking show at the Burj Khalifa. With multiple viewing locations and extensive road closures, the RTA advises …
Eleven things you don’t realise about Dubai until you’ve lived there
Eleven things you don’t realise about Dubai until you’ve lived there – IN FOCUS: This was the year when everyone seemed to move to the UAE, or wanted to move to there. As Rio Ferdinand and Luisa …
NYE 2026: Dubai extends public park hours on Dec 31, Jan 1
The extended park hours are intended to complement Dubai’s broader NYE programme, which includes fireworks and other activities …
OSON Fintech Holding Reports Over 30 Million Transactions Year-to-Date in 2025, Exceeding Full-Year 2024 Performance and Accelerating Global Infrastructure Expansion
Global Connectivity (eSIM Division) Active in 178 countries, the eSIM business provides a recurring revenue stream that complements OSON’s core fintech operations.
AI-based tool Nada to assist Abu Dhabi doctors in taking medical notes
Nada will enable healthcare providers save more than 50% time on clinical documentation and reclaim nearly two hours per clinician per day for direct patient care …
Sharjah approves $12bn spend in 2026 budget
Sharjah will spend AED45 billion ($12 billion) next year to support economic growth and fund strategic initiatives and projects. The 2026 budget expenditure was approved by Sharjah ruler Sheikh Dr …