Dubai ranked fifth globally for Student Voice and 23rd for Desirability, which measures factors such as safety, environment and lifestyle …
Air France extends Dubai, Riyadh flight suspensions; full list of affected airlines
For the latest updates on how US-Iran hostilities have escalated since a 14-point deal was signed on June 12, follow the Khaleej Times live blog.] Renewed US-Iran hostilities have led to additional …
UnionPay International Signs Strategic MoUs with the Central Bank of the UAE, Al Etihad Payments and Bank of China Abu Dhabi Branch to Enhance Cross-Border Payment Interoperability
Drawing on its large experience in QR payment network interoperability with multiple markets, UnionPay will provide consulting and technical assistance including payment specifications, security …
Planning a UAE trip? Here’s how the 5-year tourist visa works
The UAE has clarified rules for its five-year multiple-entry tourist visa. This self-sponsored visa is available to all nationalities for frequent travel. Visitors can stay up to ninety days per visit …
Blue Tokai enters GCC with first Dubai café; partners Ambrosia Foods for expansion
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters has launched its first café in Dubai’s BurJuman Mall, marking its entry into the GCC market. In partnership with Ambrosia Foods, the specialty coffee chain aims to open over …
Airlines suspend Middle East flights to Dubai, Riyadh and Beirut amid renewed US-Iran conflict
Major international carriers are delaying the return of services as regional uncertainty disrupts aviation across the Gulf …
The UAE’s Dubai Future District Fund backs US-based MetaProp to advance the Middle East’s proptech ecosystem
The UAE’s Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) has partnered with the US-based MetaProp—one of the world’s most active and specialized venture capital (VC) firms investing in proptech—through an …
Abu Dhabi approves $6.2 billion gas project to boost UAE supply
Abu Dhabi’s National Oil Company will invest $6.2 billion to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap to expand natural gas production and liquefied natural gas exports.
UAE reveals 2026 Emiratisation target results
UAE private sector Emiratisation reached 95% compliance for first-half targets. National employment exceeded 190,000 Emiratis across nearly 32,000 establishments. Ministry of Human Resources and …
Why Formula 1 abandoned Bahrain as millions hang on Qatar and Abu Dhabi decision
Formula 1 has officially abandoned hopes of staging the Bahrain Grand Prix later this season, but the decision goes far beyond simply removing one race from the calendar. It is the first major …
Dubai-Abu Dhabi highlights: Saudi orders Iranian military attache to leave; UAE intercepts missiles
This live blog is now closed and won’t be updated. Follow this blog for the latest updates. Dubai news LIVE: Here are the key points so far: Air India and Air India Express will operate a combined …
UAE students heading to US universities face visa crisis as families struggle to secure appointments
Parents say limited US visa processing in the UAE and lack of appointments in home countries are putting overseas education plans under pressure …
UAE delivery platforms roll out heat safety measures as midday break rules take effect
Platforms Careem and Talabat have rolled out cooling stations, order caps and health checks as midday break rules protect riders from summer heat …
Khaled Darwish joins Bank of America as Head of Corporate Banking for Middle East and North Africa
Dubai, Bank of America today announced that Khaled Darwish has joined the bank as head of Corporate Banking for Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Based in Dubai, Darwish reports to Richard King, …
Sharjah’s eatery to contribute 2% of revenue to charity
Street Delights, a home-grown fast-food concept, opened its doors on Sunday on the Fire Station Road in Muwaileh, Sharjah, combining a menu built …
Kalba Club launches Sharjah Week as part of ‘A Holiday Reimagined’
SHARJAH, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) — Kalba Sports and Cultural Club launched the activities of Sharjah Week as part of the Sharjah Sports Summer Programme “A Holiday Reimagined” 2026.This came in the …
UFC Abu Dhabi: Make predictions for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Bogdan Guskov
We want your predictions for UFC Fight Night 282 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.