Six young Quranic voices have been selected to compete for the title of ‘Most Beautiful Voice’ as part of the Dubai International Holy Quran Award …
CBUAE unveils world-first sovereign financial cloud as digital fintech push picks up pace
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has taken another major stride in reshaping the nation’s financial landscape with the launch of the world’s first sovereign financial cloud services infrastructure …
Masar 33 gears up: Dubai Customs teams with industry giants to boost national talent
The session brought together some of the world’s leading logistics and supply chain companies, highlighting the strength of public-private collaboration in supporting workforce localization …
Top Unicorn Startups in UAE 2026: Largest Private Companies
Overview: The UAE startup ecosystem has matured rapidly over the last decade, producing billion-dollar private companies across the fintech, AI, mobility, aviat …
UAE among world’s top 3 best countries to live in, says new report
According to Henley and Partners, the UAE recorded the most striking rise in 2025, moving from 5th to joint 2nd place on Global Residence Programme Index and entering the top 3 for the first time …
Expo Centre Sharjah to launch Ramadan Nights 2026 with 250 exhibitors and over 700 brands
Sharjah: Expo Centre Sharjah is set to host the 43rd edition of “Ramadan Nights 2026” exhibition from 6 to 22 March, promising a curated blend of cultural and shopping experiences, as part of the …
Gen Z influencers trade Europe for Dubai’s booming content economy
Young Europeans are increasingly looking beyond the continent to work, create and build careers, with Dubai emerging as a primary destination for Gen Z talent.
Abu Dhabi introduces new pet-friendly hotel and tourism rules
Abu Dhabi has authorised hotels and tourism establishments to accept companion animals under controlled conditions.
Dubai Municipality Ramadan Souq 2026 Attracts 1.82 Million Visitors
Dubai Municipality announced that the Ramadan Souq 2026, held on Old Baladiya Street within Deira Grand Souk, achieved record success, welcoming 1.82 million visitors. The event recorded growth of 12.
Dubai in 2025: Real Visa Options for Tech Founders & Remote Workers
The UAE now allows self-sponsored visas for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote professionals. Multiple pathways offer long-term stability without employer …
Dubai Customs explores ways to enhance employment in logistics sector with ‘Masar 33’ partners
Dubai Customs recently held a coordination meeting with strategic partners for the 2026 edition of the “Masar 33” initiative, targeting the private logistics sector. The meeting was attended by …
Sharjah real estate: Reduced registration fee leads to more sales and footfall at ACRES 2026
Sharjah Executive Council’s decision to reduce real estate registration fee for property transactions during the Sharjah Real Estate Exhibition ‘ACRES 2026’ resulted in nearly 2,750 transactions …
Abu Dhabi’s State Oil Company Looks Beyond Oil
Having reshaped the company, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber wants to expand internationally, particularly in natural gas, chemicals and renewables.
Elvira Dyangani Ose, director of MACBA, ends tenure early amid conflict over Abu Dhabi Biennial
She asked to remain on at the museum while doing the biennial, but MACBA seems to have denied the request.
H-1B holder says her passport was marked ‘cancelled’ at Abu Dhabi: ‘I was told I overstayed’
An H-1B visa holder said her passport was stamped “cancelled and withdrawn” at Abu Dhabi preclearance after she spent two months in India and partly worked remotely.
2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships: Halys [68th] vs. Draper [15th] Prediction, Odds and Match Preview
Preview the the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships match between Quentin Halys vs. Jack Draper, plus betting odds, insights and …
UAE’s Second Largest Bank Eyes Bitcoin Allocation, Backs Tokenization
Emirates NBD is evaluating Bitcoin allocation and sees tokenization as the next major transformation reshaping global finances.