Hotels are reporting shorter booking windows, more last-minute reservations and a stronger focus on flexibility as travellers respond to regional developments and changing work pa …
Palm Jebel Ali plot sells for Dhs323 million as Dubai realty market gains
Dubai’s real estate market opened the week on a strong note, highlighted by a high-value land transaction on the iconic Palm Jebel Ali, where a prime …
Ocean Harvest to launch UAE fish farm pilot within 18 months after strategy pivot
Startup shifts to asset-light model and new species to speed up rollout as trade disruptions push food security higher up the UAE’s economic agenda …
Dubai-born GAIA uses global expansion to protect local jobs
Its next milestone is Miami, where GAIA will open later this month in a move that gives the brand entry into the US market …
Dubai restaurants push midweek business lunch deals to boost footfall
Dubai’s midweek dining landscape is seeing a quiet but notable shift, with operators across key retail destinations rolling out aggressive weekday offers to drive footfall beyond the traditional …
Dubai restaurants push midweek business lunch deals to boost footfall
Dubai’s midweek dining landscape is seeing a quiet but notable shift, with operators across key retail destinations rolling out aggressive weekday offers to drive footfall beyond the traditional …
EXCLUSIVE: Dubai tourism chief calls crisis ‘catalyst’ as recovery accelerates under D33 agenda
As a two-week ceasefire holds following the US-Israel war on Iran, Issam Kazim says disruption has created an opportunity to reinforce resilience and fast-track Dubai’s long-term growth strategy …
Aldar to build 9,000 affordable units for leasing in Abu Dhabi
Aldar Properties will develop thousands of “affordable” residential units in Abu Dhabi to bolster its develop-to-hold pipeline. The 9,000 units will be part of two integrated communities in Mohamed …
Dubai rental contracts reach $8.8bln in Q1 2026 amid stable market
This performance reflects the UAE leadership’s proactive vision and renewed directives to enhance the readiness and resilience of economic sectors …
UAE records 2.0 magnitude earthquake in Abu Dhabi: NCM
UAE records a 2.0 magnitude earthquake in Al Halah at 9.15pm on April 19, according to the National Centre of Meteorology …
Abu Dhabi museums strengthen links between education, art
Abu Dhabi’s museums are reinforcing their roles as premier cultural beacons by integrating education with art through innovative interactive programmes designed to enrich the student learning …
UAE National Mixed Martial Arts Championship concludes in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, 19th April, 2026 (WAM) — The 8th UAE National Mixed Martial Arts Championship concluded today at Mubadala Arena, featuring high-level competition and significant public …
Dubai targets 27,000 Emirati SMEs by 2033 with property-sector push
Initiative would also strengthen compliance standards and support the development of national capabilities in line with Dubai’s long-term property-sector roadmap …
Dubai launches ‘Work from Park’ spaces with outdoor offices, podcast studios and flexible work hubs
Dubai launches ‘Work from Park’ with outdoor offices, podcast studios and flexible workspaces in parks, starting in May 2026 …
Sharjah Police, HR Department mark second graduation of Occupational Safety & Health Representatives
Sharjah Police General Command (SPGC) and the Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR) celebrated the graduation of the second batch of the “Occupational Safety and Health Representatives in …
Dubai Rental Market shows stable growth in Q1 2026, backed by strong regulation
Dubai’s rental market maintained a stable trajectory during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a strong regulatory framework and sustained public and investor confidence, according to new data …
Dubai free zone employer rights: Can you fire staff over unauthorised leave?
Employers can schedule annual leave based on operational needs, in coordination with employees by arranging leave schedules among them to ensure smooth work …