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Dubai and Abu Dhabi have ranked among the world’s top 10 wealth hubs, as the UAE attracts wealthy young investors with its tax environment, business opportunities and lifestyle. UAE cities …

The 45th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) will take place at Expo Centre Sharjah from November 4 to 15, bringing together publishers, authors and cultural figures from around the world. …

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will return for its 32nd edition with 45 days of shopping promotions, concerts, outdoor activities and family entertainment across the emirate. Organised by Dubai Festivals and …

Dubai’s major infrastructure projects could open up new property opportunities for homebuyers and investors, with improved transport links expected to make emerging residential communities more accessible. Dubai infrastructure projects put …

Dubai’s rental transactions rose 16% in Q3 2026, while demand for completed homes strengthened and prime property prices remained higher than a year earlier, according to Savills Middle East. Dubai …

Downtown Jebel Ali has emerged as Dubai’s most active office market, with office sales rising 11.7% in Q3 2026 as smaller investors accounted for a larger share of commercial property …

The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) has clarified the requirements and rules for the UAE’s five-year multiple-entry tourist visa, which allows visitors of all nationalities to …

Global Village Dubai opens for Season 31 on October 14, with opening-night celebrations starting at 6pm and VIP packages offering access to Dubai Parks and Resorts. Global Village opening day: …

Tanishq has launched a 12-month jewellery purchase plan in the UAE, allowing customers to accumulate gold grams through monthly payments starting at Dhs 100 and qualify for discounts on jewellery. …

Dubai’s Al Salam Cycling Championship will return for its 11th edition from December 27, 2026, to March 14, 2027, featuring five races and a total prize pool of Dhs 3.695 …

Motorists travelling between Mussafah, Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Zayed City are set to benefit from planned road improvements covering approximately 13 kilometres in Abu Dhabi, including a new free-flowing …

Sharjah Investment Forum 2026 will bring together entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts on October 14 and 15, with workshops exploring artificial intelligence, business growth, women’s leadership and investment opportunities across …

Dubai has begun a four-week trial of Dubai Glydways, a driverless electric transport system being tested at Bluewaters that could eventually connect Metro stations with residential communities, business districts and …

Global Village will return for its 31st season on Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm, giving UAE residents another major family entertainment option for the cooler months. The new season will …

UAE travellers are planning more overseas holidays in 2027, with nearly half expecting to increase their flight budgets and new destinations gaining popularity. UAE travel demand remains strong International travel …

The UAE has introduced new minimum salary requirements for residents sponsoring family members or friends for visas. This update means residents must earn a certain monthly income to sponsor relatives …

Travelling further on every litre is becoming a more compelling proposition for UAE motorists as October’s fuel-price changes put vehicle efficiency in the spotlight. From daily commutes to journeys between …

Abu Dhabi’s property market recorded Dhs 155 billion in transactions from January to August 2026, already exceeding the full-year 2025 total. Abu Dhabi property market keeps strong momentum Abu Dhabi’s …

UAE staycation bookings have risen 31% year-on-year ahead of the October half-term, with Dubai accounting for 78% of bookings. UAE staycations lead October half-term travel UAE residents are increasingly choosing …

Residents and buyers at Starlight Park in Meydan have begun taking handover of their homes after the residential development was completed during the first week of October. The project, developed …

MOC27, the Motor, Outdoor & Camping Festival, is set to take place at The Sevens Stadium Grounds from 14 to 17 January 2027, bringing together motoring, camping, outdoor recreation and …

Binghatti announced that global football star Karim Benzema has acquired several residential units within Mercedes-Benz Places | Binghatti City, including a luxury residence at Vision Iconic Tower, the largest tower …

Dubai’s new Skylight Mall is set to open in 2027, bringing more than 360 stores and 1.3 million sq ft of retail space to Al Khail Road. Where will Skylight …

Dubai South led residential property activity in Q3 2026, followed by Jumeirah Village Circle and Downtown Jebel Ali, as buyers continued to spread across the city. Dubai South leads property …

Sharjah’s rental market is attracting tenants across a wide range of communities, from affordable apartments to larger villas and newer residential developments. Sharjah offers a range of rental options Sharjah’s …

Dubai’s freehold rental market is on track for a record year, with nearly 299,000 tenancy contracts registered in the first nine months of 2026. Dubai rental contracts jump in September …

Nine UAE universities have been included in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, up from five in 2021. Six UAE universities placed among the world’s top 500, …

The UAE’s overseas investment footprint now spans major markets across six continents, with the country’s outward foreign direct investment (FDI) flows reaching US$63.353 billion in 2025, according to UN Trade …

Dubai CommerCity will add more than 91,000 sqm of office and commercial space from 2027 as demand from e-commerce and technology companies rises. Dubai CommerCity expansion Dubai CommerCity is preparing …

Dubai’s ready apartment market recorded 7,825 sales worth Dhs 12.8 billion in Q3 2026, with JVC leading transactions in the first nine months. Ready apartment sales accelerate Dubai’s ready residential …

Union Coop is expanding its private-label range beyond 1,000 products, covering everyday groceries, household goods and fresh food for UAE shoppers. More private-label products in UAE stores Union Coop currently …

The UAE has added four new visit visa categories aimed at specialists in artificial intelligence, entertainment, events, and cruise ship tourism. These changes are part of updated entry visa regulations …

Etihad Rail’s passenger service between Abu Dhabi and Dubai could influence how homebuyers and tenants assess commute times, station access and residential locations, property experts say. Rail puts commute time …

What happens as artificial intelligence moves from answering questions to making decisions and taking action? Where will global capital move next? What will consumers want a decade from now? And …

The UAE theatre community has mourned the passing of veteran actor and educator Eric Richard Dury, also known as Roslee Abdullah, a much-loved and highly respected figure in the country’s …

Dubai Calendar has unveiled a new programme of live music, comedy and sporting events, with a diverse mix of experiences bringing venues across the city to life throughout October. Dubai …

International developer and construction company BI Group has established a permanent Dubai operation as it begins expanding its residential development business in the UAE. The company’s initial Dubai portfolio includes …

The Gas & Oil Technology Conference and Exhibition (GOTECH 2026) concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre following three days of technical sessions and high-level discussions that brought together energy leaders, …

Prospective buyers and investors can now view completed show villas at Al Tay Hills, a residential development in Sharjah that is planned to include about 1,100 villas and townhouses across …

Aldar and Arada are joining forces on property projects worth around Dhs 15 billion, bringing together two major UAE developers for new residential and mixed-use communities in Abu Dhabi. The …

The 1 Billion Followers Summit, the world’s largest event focused on the creator economy, is returning to Dubai for its fifth edition from 8 to 10 January 2027. Held under …

Luxury travel is gaining momentum among UAE travellers, with searches for first- and business-class flights rising 110.81% year on year in the first half of 2026, according to new data …

The UAE is emerging as one of the world’s leading markets for developing the skills needed to work alongside artificial intelligence, ranking first in the Middle East and North Africa …

The Fuel Price Committee has announced the new diesel and petrol prices for October 2026. The adjustment is aimed at synchronizing local fuel prices with the prevailing global rates. The …

Heart attacks do not always begin with severe chest pain. Symptoms can be mild or mistaken for indigestion, reflux or stress, causing people to delay seeking medical help. As World …

Travellers flying to Dubai on eligible Emirates return tickets can receive complimentary attraction passes worth Dhs 535, as the airline rolls out a winter travel campaign covering selected flights booked …

One in seven small and medium-sized businesses in the UAE now accept cryptocurrency as payment, while 10% use stablecoins to pay business expenses, highlighting the growing use of digital assets …

Dubai remains the world’s largest market for branded residences, with 175 live and planned projects, according to Knight Frank’s latest The Residence Report 2026/27. The figure puts Dubai at more …

Apparel and footwear was the UAE’s biggest e-commerce category in 2025, generating Dhs 11.4 billion in online sales, as consumers increasingly shift their shopping to digital platforms. The category led …

UAE fintech platform Botim has partnered with Philippine digital finance platform GCash to expand digital remittance services for Filipinos sending money from the UAE to the Philippines. The partnership comes …

Al Marjan Island attracted nearly two-thirds of views for off-plan apartments in Ras Al Khaimah between March and August 2026, according to data from property portal Bayut. The island accounted …

Sharjah International Airport is set to recruit 150 passport control officers in three phases starting October, creating new employment opportunities as the airport continues to expand. The recruitment plan was approved …

Global Village has officially launched its highly anticipated Season 31 VIP Packs, giving guests the chance to secure a host of exclusive benefits, premium experiences and special surprises ahead of …

Travellers from the UAE can now fly directly from Dubai to Pokhara in Nepal, with flydubai starting daily non-stop services between Dubai International (DXB) and Pokhara International Airport (PHH). The …

More than 10,000 participants from over 60 countries are expected to attend the Sharjah Investment Forum 2026 on October 14 and 15, as investors, businesses and policymakers gather to discuss …

The UAE has ranked first among Gulf markets and 22nd globally for electric mobility readiness, scoring 53 points in the Global Electric Mobility Readiness Index (GEMRIX) 2026 by Arthur D. …

ASAS Real Estate, the real estate arm of Sharjah Islamic Bank, has started infrastructure development works across 11 residential, commercial and industrial land projects in Sharjah. The works include internal …

The UAE is set to be one of the region’s most active hotel markets, with much of its new supply due by 2028-2030, as new HVS data shows the GCC …

Hundreds of Dubai tenants moved home this summer to take advantage of lower rents, with new leases outnumbering renewals for the first time since records began in January 2023, according …

Abu Dhabi is set to host Ai Everything Abu Dhabi 2026, billed as the world’s largest AI-first Expo and Summit, on 6-7 October at ADNEC Centre. The sold-out event will …

Dubai’s real estate sector continued to grow in the first half of 2026, with 104 projects completed at a total investment value of more than Dhs 111 billion. The completed …

The UAE has ranked first in the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026, with the results announced on Tuesday as Seamless Middle East 2026 opened at Dubai World Trade Centre. The …

Dubai has emerged as one of the world’s more affordable major cities for property ownership relative to local incomes, ranking third in the UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index among …

The Maldives has agreed commercial terms with Eagle Hills for a major new waterfront and marina destination in Ras Malé, with the development envisioned at around $12 billion across multiple …

Business travel between Dubai and India is becoming more geographically diverse, with Pune and Kolkata emerging among the five busiest Indian destinations for Dubai-based executives in the first half of …

All 2,683 homes across the five residential towers at Linar, Alef Group’s Dhs 4 billion waterfront development in Al Mamzar, Sharjah, have sold out, with construction scheduled to begin this …

Dubai’s high-value rental market recorded 2,046 residential-use contracts worth Dhs 1 million or more in the first eight months of 2026, with the combined value reaching Dhs 6.79 billion, according …

Businesses moving cargo through Fujairah can now send containers directly by rail to Abu Dhabi’s Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), with a new customs-enabled inland gateway designed to bring …

Dubai’s Oud Maitha Road project is now complete, adding new bridges, tunnels and road capacity across a key part of the city’s network and cutting the stated journey time on Oud Maitha …

The Sharjah-Oman logistics corridor handled around Dhs 1.7 billion worth of cargo during its first three months, with more than 34,000 truck movements and over 32,000 customs declarations processed since its …

It is four hours from the Gulf, visa-free for all nationalities and served by double-daily Emirates flights via Dubai, yet Seychelles wants UAE travellers to see it as a holiday …

Construction is progressing on the Azizi Riviera five-star hotel in Dubai, with the Meydan property scheduled to open in mid-2028 as Azizi Hospitality builds out a wider UAE hotel portfolio worth Dhs 75 billion. The …

UAE travellers planning their next holiday will have more destinations and package options to choose from as flydubai Holidays expands its portfolio and prepares to launch a redesigned digital booking …

Abu Dhabi is strengthening its ties with India, its leading overseas tourism market, with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) signing nine new joint …

Dubai Parks and Resorts will reopen to guests on October 7, 2026, bringing its theme parks and entertainment venues back for the new season just ahead of the October mid-term …

Arabian Travel Market 2026 wrapped up in Dubai with new developments across aviation, hospitality, rail and travel technology, including the launch of the UAE’s first unified tourism brand and new …

Dubai has been ranked the world’s number one FinTech location by industry professionals, while the emirate has also moved up to second globally for Professional Services in the latest Global …

International visitors are forecast to spend US$116 billion more across the Middle East by 2030, a 57% increase from 2025, according to new tourism forecasts presented at Arabian Travel Market …

 Travellers flying with flydubai can now access more international destinations through new interline agreements with Air India and Uzbekistan Airways, with more than 80 additional destinations available through the two …

Bollywood’s IIFA Weekend & Awards will return to Abu Dhabi in 2027, with the 27th edition set to take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island for its fourth showcase …

Emirates NBD has introduced the third edition of its Millionaire savings program, offering a regional record Dhs 10 million grand prize for a single lucky winner. Running from September 1, …

A UAE family has won a five-day, all-expenses-paid trip to California after entering a competition through the Yas Annual Pass rewards programme. The Walker family swapped Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island …

Visitors to Mleiha will have more options to stay overnight as Al Faya Retreat expands from five rooms to 20 accommodation units by the fourth quarter of 2026, Sharjah Investment …

Travellers flying into Abu Dhabi could eventually find it easier to continue their journeys by train to destinations across the UAE, under a new partnership between Etihad Airways and Etihad …

UAE residents planning their 2027 holidays could get several opportunities to build longer breaks around public holidays, with the first three-day weekend arriving at the start of the year and …

UAE residents are showing stronger demand for ski holidays and Arctic escapes this winter, with Japan entering dnata Travel’s five most-booked international destinations for winter 2026/27 and bookings rising sharply …

More than 2,100 employment opportunities have been created for Emiratis in Dubai’s real estate sector since 2023 through the Real Estate Empowerment Programme, as the emirate looks to strengthen national …

Emirates has signed seven new or renewed tourism partnerships at Arabian Travel Market 2026, covering destinations including Seychelles, Mauritius, Madagascar, Sharjah, Malaysia, Finland and Western Norway, as the airline looks …

Dubai welcomed nearly 7 million international overnight visitors in the first eight months of 2026, while hotel occupancy climbed sharply from earlier in the year, signalling renewed momentum for the emirate’s …

The Arabian Travel Market 2026 opens at Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday, bringing the global travel and tourism industry together for four days as technology, changing traveller expectations and long-term …

Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is moving “full speed ahead”, with its first major development phase on track to begin operations in the early 2030s and provide capacity for …

Dubai issued 119,188 driving licences during the first half of 2026, with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) also expanding the use of artificial intelligence and smart technology across driver training …

The Abu Dhabi-Aqaba flight is now part of Royal Jordanian’s expanded UAE-Jordan network, giving travellers in the capital a direct option to southern Jordan instead of connecting through Amman. The airline announced the new service at a Dubai event showcasing its ExploRJordan tourism campaign, which promotes destinations …

Dubai hosted one of the UAE’s prominent inter-business council networking initiatives, bringing together 20 Business Councils from Dubai and the Northern Emirates for The BIG Inter-Council Networking Night 2026. The …

Interest in UAE vehicle number plates is rising, with views of plate listings on dubizzle up 13.4% month-on-month, as buyers increasingly turn their attention to shorter and rarer numbers. The …

 Dubai’s tourism industry is set to put its next phase of growth in the spotlight at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, with more than 115 tourism partners joining the Dubai …

Dubai Creek Gardens, a new Dhs 3 billion residential development in Dubai Healthcare City Phase 2, is set to bring more than 1,400 homes to the banks of Dubai Creek, …

Buyers continued to favour a mix of new developments and established communities in Dubai’s property market in August, with projects in Dubai South, Al Yufrah and Damac Lagoons among those …

Twelve people from 10 nationalities have walked away with homes in Dubai after entering a citywide shopping promotion, with their winning purchases ranging from groceries and shoes to jewellery, furniture …

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will return to Dubai World Trade Centre from 14–17 September, with this year’s event putting artificial intelligence, digital transformation and other travel technologies at the centre of discussions about the industry’s future. The 33rd edition of the Dubai …

 A six-bedroom villa in Arabian Ranches 1 has sold for Dhs 13 million less than 24 hours after a buyer first contacted the agent, highlighting how quickly a high-value Dubai property transaction can move when the buyer has a clear brief and the required information …

Living and working in the UAE is helping expatriates build their finances faster, with 96% saying they earn more in the country than they would in their home country and …

Azizi Developments is set to unveil Azizi Florence, its first project in Sharjah, at an exclusive event at Conrad Hotel, Dubai, on September 10. The Dhs 30 billion freehold master-planned …

Staying near the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) offers unmatched convenience — not only will you be just minutes away from the event venue, but you’ll also enjoy quick access …

Messe Frankfurt Middle East, organiser of Paperworld Middle East, the region’s leading international trade platform for paper and stationery products, has announced the postponement of the upcoming edition. Originally scheduled …

Dubai’s furnished rental market is gaining momentum, with demand returning to year-on-year growth by June and renters increasingly searching for homes at more accessible budgets. Demand rose by around 5% year …

UAE travellers will soon have a new short-haul beach destination, with Etihad Airways set to launch year-round flights from Abu Dhabi to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4 October …

UAE students have ranked first among Arab countries participating in the PISA 2025 assessment for science, mathematics and reading, with the country also recording improvements across all three subjects. The results show …

Dubai is getting a new take on the smart-home concept: instead of stopping at automated lights, curtains and air conditioning, Tréppan Vision Dubai is being designed around robots and artificial intelligence that …

Dubai Metro passengers using ONPASSIVE Metro Station will need to get used to a new name, with the station being renamed Garmin Metro Station under a 10-year naming rights agreement. The change is …

Fans of Harry Potter will have a new reason to visit Yas Island, with three Harry Potter-themed lands planned for Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi as part of a major expansion …

Passengers travelling through Dubai could see passport control officers move beyond fixed counters during busy periods and emergencies, following the launch of a new mobile service that allows entry and …

The travel industry will turn its attention to Dubai next week as Arabian Travel Market 2026 brings government ministers, tourism officials and senior travel executives together to debate where the industry …

An Gyr Pure Ultra White falcon achieved a record-breaking sale of Dhs 2.1 million (USD 571,000) at the final falcon auction of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition …

If you’re looking for Abu Dhabi events in 2026, the coming months have a packed line-up at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi and ADNEC Centre Al Ain, with major public exhibitions, business …

Dubai’s road toll system is set for another five years of technology upgrades after Salik Company PJSC renewed its contract with US tolling specialist TransCore, with artificial intelligence and advanced …

The vast majority of UAE professionals plan to continue living and working in the country over the next 6-12 months, with 91% saying they intend to stay, according to new research …

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) was the most-viewed Dubai community for rental apartments between June 1 and August 25, as renters continued to compare housing options across different price points during …

UAE travellers heading to Thailand will have another direct flight option from Sharjah from October, with Air Arabia adding a fourth daily non-stop service to Bangkok. The additional frequency starts on October …

Business Bay emerged as Dubai’s busiest prime property address in August, recording 14 prime transactions and moving ahead of Palm Jumeirah and Downtown Dubai, according to an analysis of Dubai …

Some of the UAE’s most promising cricketers will have a chance to put themselves in the spotlight this month as the six squads for the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament 2026 have …

More than 90,000 applications from Dubai residents have turned a tourism initiative built around a simple idea — inviting friends and family to visit — into a significant showcase of …

Emirates is giving Premium Economy passengers more control over their personal space, with a new seat that allows them to raise a full-height privacy screen between themselves and the passenger …

Dubai Land Department has introduced a new digital system that could change how property developers handle one of the most paperwork-heavy parts of the Dubai real estate process. Called Initial Registration, …

Students across the UAE will be taught artificial intelligence as part of a new curriculum approved by the UAE Cabinet, covering everything from AI data and algorithms to its applications, …

Etihad Airways is expanding its European connectivity from Abu Dhabi with its new Gothenburg service now set to operate year-round, rather than only during the winter season. The airline had …

More than 60 percent students joining one of Dubai’s universities for the 2026–27 academic year have come from outside the UAE, offering a snapshot of how international the emirate’s higher-education …

Ryan Reynolds, YouTube co-founder Steve Chen and Tucker Carlson are among the first names confirmed for LIVEX 2026, a new three-day exhibition in Abu Dhabi focused on what makes cities attractive …

Dubai’s property market is showing strong resilience as homebuyers continue to make purchasing decisions despite limited changes in mortgage rates, with relocation, family needs and attractive property opportunities emerging as …

Thailand is changing its visa-free entry rules for tourists from dozens of countries, cutting the standard visa-free stay from 60 days to 30 days from September 15. The change will affect travellers …

Dubai’s real estate market recorded a Dhs260 million sale of a villa on Palm Jumeirah on Tuesday, as 285 property transactions generated total sales of Dhs950 million. The residential villa, part of the Ayumi …

Sharjah is moving ahead with major road and transport projects that could change daily journeys for motorists, particularly on routes connecting the emirate with Dubai. The programme includes a new …

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is set to lead the world’s airports for scheduled international seat capacity in September, with 4.34 million departing seats and around 8.7 million seats in both directions, according to global …

Dubai’s nol Travel card is expanding beyond public transport, with cardholders set to receive up to 40% off Europcar car rentals from September 1, 2026. The offer will run for a full year, …

UAE residents looking for one last summer escape do not necessarily need to leave the country. Saadiyat Island has a range of hotel offers running through September and beyond, from …

Dubai is becoming an increasingly important global hub for the ultra-rich, with the number of billionaires living in the emirate rising to 43 in 2025 even as the UAE’s overall …

Dubai motorists could see major journey-time savings when a Dhs 1.161 billion Al Meydan Street project is completed, with one key route expected to take just 10 minutes instead of 30. The …

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP) has clarified that how much cash and valuables the UAE passengers can carry when entering of exiting the country. …

Abu Dhabi is preparing for the return of 279,000 students, with around 10,000 school buses set to operate as the new academic year begins, while authorities introduce temporary traffic restrictions and reinforce rules …

Starlink has received a 10-year licence to provide satellite broadband internet services in the UAE, giving residents another option for home connectivity alongside fibre and 5G. For consumers, however, the …

The UAE property market entered the second half of 2026 with strong activity across its main real estate centres, but the growth is taking different forms. Abu Dhabi is seeing …

Families making last-minute school preparations have just a few days left to shop and save, with Carrefour offering discounts of up to 70% on selected food, stationery and electronics until …

Commuters travelling from Sharjah towards Dubai could see shorter peak-hour journeys from Sunday, as a newly expanded section of Emirates Road is set to open with two additional traffic lanes. …

Women entrepreneurs in the UAE will have a chance to build new business and digital skills without paying for online training, with 500 selected business owners set to receive six …

The UAE has allocated US$10 million in emergency aid to support people affected by severe floods and landslides in Nepal, where the disaster has caused deaths, injuries, missing people and widespread damage. …

Residents of Al Fisht, Sharqan and Al Raffa can now register their vehicles for a new residential parking permit system introduced by Sharjah City Municipality, as the authority moves to …

A pair of shoes might solve a wardrobe problem. For Grace Agnew, two pairs ended up solving something much bigger. The British expat had gone to Dubai Festival City Mall …

Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 is coming to an end, but shoppers still have one major chance to save. The DSS Final Sale runs from 28 to 30 August, offering discounts of up to 90% across …

As students across the UAE prepare to return to school for the 2026–2027 academic year, the Ministry of Education is putting a new national framework at the centre of the …

The UAE will mark Emirati Women’s Day on August 28, with this year’s celebrations focusing on the achievements of Emirati women and their growing role in leadership, science, technology and …

More than 500,000 people applied for teaching jobs at GEMS Education for the 2026/27 academic year, as the UAE continues to attract educators from around the world. GEMS has selected …

Dubai International Airport (DXB) handled 31.5 million passengers in the first six months of 2026, with traffic picking up steadily in the second quarter as airline capacity returned and demand …

OMNIYAT recorded the highest number of off-plan residential sales worth Dhs 20 million or more on Palm Jumeirah during the first half of 2026, according to the developer. The company …

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvements at six school-zone locations across the emirate, benefiting more than 10 schools. The works were carried out during the summer …

More than 390,000 passengers travelled through Sharjah International Airport in one week as summer travel reached its peak ahead of the new academic year. Between August 10 and 16, the …

Dubai is set to add 26 private education institutions in the 2026-27 academic year, including new early childhood centres, schools and higher education institutions, as demand for private education continues …

Air Arabia will launch a new non-stop service between Sharjah International Airport and Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport in Poland from December 14, 2026. The airline will operate five weekly flights …

A Dubai resident has won a studio apartment after making a purchase at Primark in Dubai Mall, becoming the 10th winner of the Win Your Home in Dubai campaign. Tareq …

The UAE insurance sector recorded strong growth in 2025, with gross written premiums, paid claims, total assets and profits all rising from the previous year, according to new data from …

Meraas and BGRE, formerly known as Brookfield Properties, have started construction on Solaya, a beachfront residential development in Jumeirah 1. Construction begins The project has now moved from planning and …

Mada Media signed advertising contracts worth about Dhs1.5 billion in the first half of 2026, covering 683 digital and non-digital outdoor advertising assets across Dubai. The company said 80 local …

Mountain bikers and hikers at Mushrif National Park can now use a new 102-metre bridge that connects previously separated sections of the park’s trail network without requiring cyclists to cross …

President and CEO of Formula One, Stefano Domenicali, has confirmed the 2026 season will conclude as planned with the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina …

More than 100,000 people have joined the second edition of Dubai Mallathon since its launch, recording more than 220 million steps in two months. The community sports initiative, launched by …

Al Ain is expanding its seasonal flower planting programme, with millions of seedlings produced each year for flowerbeds across roads, public spaces and parks in the oasis city. The programme …

A new trade agreement between the UAE and Russia covering services and investment has officially come into force, creating a framework aimed at improving market access and investment protections between …

Most residential properties currently being built in Dubai have already been sold, with demand particularly strong for villas and homes scheduled for completion this year, according to a new market …

Travellers between the UAE and southern Poland will have a new direct flight option from December, with Air Arabia set to launch four weekly services between Sharjah and Katowice. The …

Hudayriyat Island remained the top-performing area in Abu Dhabi’s residential property market by sales value for the second consecutive quarter, recording Dhs 19 billion in the first half of 2026, …

Travellers arriving in Dubai or passing through Dubai International (DXB) can take part in a series of welcome activities this month, as Dubai Airports introduces new experiences across Terminal 3. …

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) has launched a new home finance product for customers buying eligible freehold properties from developers across the UAE while the projects are still under construction. The …

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has distributed meals to delivery riders at 23 temporary rest areas located at bus and metro stations across the emirate. The meals were provided …

Nakheel has released 44 beachfront villas on Frond F of Palm Jebel Ali, with the properties spread across 10 architectural designs. The latest release includes five- and six-bedroom villas in …

Dubai completed 104 real estate projects in the first half of 2026, up 38.7% from 75 projects during the same period last year, according to Dubai Land Department data. The …

Riders in parts of Dubai can now book fully driverless vehicles from Baidu’s Apollo Go through the Uber app, as the two companies begin a multi-year partnership focused on autonomous …

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has announced its events programme for the rest of 2026, with exhibitions, conferences and trade shows scheduled from August through December at DWTC and Dubai …

Jewellery shoppers in Dubai have until August 30 to take part in a citywide promotion offering a total of 3kg of gold in prizes, as Dubai Summer Surprises 2026 enters …

Etihad Airways has started accepting Jaywan, the UAE’s national domestic card scheme, for flight bookings on its website, making it the first airline to offer the payment option. Jaywan payments …

More than 500 UAE nationals from across the seven emirates attended flydubai’s UAE National Careers Open Day in Dubai, as the airline seeks to expand its pool of Emirati talent. …

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has partnered with Arabia Taxi to add 1,607 taxis to the Bolt ride-hailing platform in Dubai. The agreement, signed with Arabia Taxi, a subsidiary of Economic …

Organic products are seeing steady growth in the UAE retail market as more consumers pay attention to healthier food choices and product quality, according to Union Coop CEO Mohamed Al …

Rental activity in Ajman reached Dhs 2.91 billion in the first half of 2026, with more than 73,000 contracts registered, according to the Ajman Municipality and Planning Department. A total …

Dubai’s residential property market recorded stronger activity in July, with sales rising and more buyers returning to ready homes as expectations of further price falls eased. Property sales transactions increased …

Drivers in Dubai can now complete their vehicle inspections while doing their grocery shopping, with a new mobile service launched at two Union Coop locations. Union Coop, in partnership with …

A family celebration for Sahil Sajan and Hana Khan turned into a two-day destination event in Salalah, bringing together more than 400 guests from the UAE and several countries for …

Families preparing for the new school year can find discounts of up to 50% on school supplies and other essentials at Sharjah Cooperative’s back-to-school campaign, which runs until September 15. …

Dubai residents have a final chance to register for the “A Dubai Invite” programme, after demand pushed its capacity to three times the original allocation since its launch in July. …

Union Coop has started its Back to School 2026 campaign, with discounts and rewards for shoppers preparing for the new school year. The campaign runs from August 3 to September …

UAE shoppers are increasingly starting their buying journeys by asking AI assistants questions, prompting businesses to change how they present products and services online, according to new Salesforce research. The …

Summer brings changes to daily routines across the UAE, from family outings during school holidays to busier airports and more activities taking place after sunset. Dubai International Airport handled 95.2 …