What’s cooking in some of the best restaurants in Abu Dhabi this week Good food isn’t hard to find in Abu Dhabi – but some spots, new or familiar, are switching things up in the best way. Here are …
UAE tax authority announces $871mln in tax refunds for Emiratis building new residences by June
“Notable examples include the tax refund services for new residences for UAE nationals and VAT refund for tourists, which have undergone continuous improvement to streamline and expedite the refund …
UAE to impose higher taxes on sugary drinks
The UAE has revised its excise tax structure for sugar-sweetened drinks to encourage healthier lifestyles. The current flat-rate tax will be replaced by a tiered model starting in 2026, the …
Federal Tax Authority announces AED 3.2bln in tax refunds for UAE nationals building new residences by June 2025
The FTA also highlighted that more than 7,000 new applications for VAT refunds for UAE nationals building new residences were approved between June 2024 and June 2025, amounting to AED 653.1 million.
Dubai to take control of offshore oil resources | Reuters
Dubai has joined those oil producers tightening their grip on energy assets, … Dubai to take control of offshore oil resources. By Reuters. August 9, 2007 9:10 PM UTC Updated January 20, 2007 …
Mapped out: Abu Dhabi’s 13 best-ranked private schools and how much they charge
Abu Dhabi residents have plenty of top-rated options when it comes to choosing the best private schools for their children. There are more than 200 nurseries and schools in the emirate offering …
Exclusive-Trump pledged to save Afghans. But UAE had already sent some evacuees back, cable shows
By Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Days before President Donald Trump said he would help Afghan evacuees who fled their country and were stuck in the United Arab Emirates, the Emirati government …
Dubai Police arrest cybercrime gang behind fake online investment schemes
The operation was part of the ongoing national awareness campaign, launched to educate the public about rising cyber threats …
Look: Inside Sharjah’s red sand Faya desert that holds 210,000 years of history
The terrain is a dramatic mosaic of red-coloured sands, jagged rock formations, and fossilized riverbeds, which at some point in time was all under an ocean.
New Dubai classification to remove ‘AI stigma’ in content, experts say
The new system uses visual icons to indicate the extent of human and AI involvement in producing content — be it for ideation, writing, or design …
Dubai Chocolate Spread Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
World Market recalled its Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif sold from June 11 to July 9, according to a release from the FDA. The spread’s jar is labeled with “Dubai” and contains similar …
Dubai Chocolate Spread Linked to Salmonella Outbreak, Leading to 1 Hospitalization
One person has been hospitalized in a Salmonella outbreak linked to two products from Turkish company Emek Gıda, including a ‘Dubai chocolate’ spread (a pistachio-chocolate cream with kadayif) found …
Dubai: Azizi set to deliver nearly 7,000 units this year
Azizi Developments, the Dubai-based developer, is on track to deliver 25 new projects this year, with 6,979 units across key developments such as Riviera Phase 4, Azizi Venice, Creek Views III, Vista, …
Middle East Emerging As A Major Global Fintech Hub
The Middle East is fast becoming one of the world’s most exciting fintech frontiers. Digital banking adoption in the UAE is soaring, 89 …
UAE navigates global tariff storm with oil stability and fiscal strength
While global headlines focus on tariff escalation, the exemption of crude oil from US tariffs protects a key revenue stream for the UAE. Latest developments within Opec+ may play in the UAE’s favour …
Cycling-Wellens wins Stage 15 to underscore UAE’s Tour control
Tim Wellens overpowered his breakaway companions in brutal fashion to claim victory on Stage 15 of the Tour de France, offering yet another sign – if one was needed – of UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s iron …
Average Dubai property prices rise 3% quarter on quarter
Average property prices in Dubai climbed to Dh1,582 per square foot in the first half of 2025, data showed. According to the latest report from Betterhomes, Shaping Skylines | Q2 2025 Dubai …