Officials have revealed a swathe of updates about Etihad Rail, including fresh details about the onboard experience and route network.
6 major changes coming to Dubai in February 2026
Announcements of Dubai changes are made all the time, and there are a few that could change how you go about your daily routine coming up in February.
Dubai Marathon 2026: Dates, venue, registration, road closures
The Dubai Marathon 2026, celebrating its 25th anniversary, is confirmed for Sunday, 1 February 2026, bringing runners from around the world together for one of the Middle East’s most iconic road races …
UAE strengthens partnerships with Chinese companies through MoF’s participation in 19th Asian Financial Forum
HONG KONG, 30th January, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE took part in the 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) and Global Business Summit, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre with the Ministry of …
Abu Dhabi Airports records over 33m passengers in 2025 as AUH becomes fastest-growing mega airport in EMEA
Abu Dhabi Airports handled more than 33m passengers in 2025, with Zayed International Airport emerging as the fastest-growing mega hub in EMEA …
World Customs Organisation lauds UAE approach to adopting modern technologies, customs innovation
Ian Saunders, Secretary-General of the World Customs Organisation (WCO), praised the UAE’s advanced approach to adopting modern technologies and enhancing innovation in customs operations, stressing …
Second session of ‘Future of Higher Education Dialogues’ reviews the new higher education law in Sharjah
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) organised the second session of the ‘Future of Higher Education Dialogues’ series, held in Sharjah, to review the Federal Decree-Law …
Eala quickly moves on to Abu Dhabi Open
MANILA, Philippines — Next stop: Abu Dhabi. Filipina pride Alex Eala turns her focus to the rest of pro tour starting with a stint in the prestigious WTA500 Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open on Monday, February …
5 trendy beauty brands you can now shop at Ulta Beauty Dubai
Ulta Beauty has officially landed in Dubai at Mall of the Emirates, bringing together brands that first made their name online. From TikTok favourites to products you’ve seen all over your feed, these …
Abu Dhabi’s newest sovereign fund takes control of peer ADQ in major wealth reshuffle
Abu Dhabi’s newest sovereign wealth fund L’imad Holding is taking control of peer ADQ, the government media office said on Friday, creating a supersized entity with hundreds of billions of dollars in …
UAE enters new cycle as trade, tech drive post-oil expansion
The UAE’s $570 billion economy is entering a new phase of expansion, powered less by hydrocarbons and increasingly by trade, technology, infrastructure and human capital, as global institutions …
AI will take 80% of these jobs: UAE billionaire warns India about threat to traditional outsourcing
Dubai magnate Hussain Sajwani warns at WEF 2026 that AI is a job-market revolution, posing a significant threat to economies reliant on outsourced work, particularly India’s vast IT and BPO sectors.
Sharjah Airport welcomes Kuwaiti travellers in celebration of UAE–Kuwait relations
This initiative reflects the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership and reinforces the values of brotherhood and solidarity …
Abu Dhabi Airports records over 33 million passengers in 2025
Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate’s five airports including the flagship Zayed International Airport (AUH), recorded more than 33 million …
‘Avoid confrontation’: Advisor to UAE President comments on US-Iran tensions
Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, called for de-escalation and a political solution to the ongoing tensions with Iran, emphasising that the region cannot bear further conflict …
UAE Approves First Central Bank‑Registered USD Stablecoin
Bitcoin slipped back below the $90,000 mark on Thursday as traders reacted to the Federal Reserve’s first rate decision of 2026. The largest cryptocurrency is trading near $87,700, after briefly …
Sharjah Executive Council Issues New Rules for Economic Activities
The measure seeks to enhance competitiveness, attract national and foreign investment, and define obligations for establishments and applicants.