Saudi Arabia Resumes Umrah Visas as New Season Begins
After weeks of suspension during Hajj, the Kingdom has...
A Toddler’s Death and the Blind Spots of Gulf Apartment Life
DUBAI- Sajjad Hussein had spent nearly twenty years in...
Dubai Chambers Eyes Stronger Trade Ties with South Africa’s Western Cape
CAPE TOWN — Dubai Chambers discussed ways to expand...
UAE-Poland Medical Pathway Produces 90 Doctors as Programme Enters Second Decade
AJMAN — A medical education partnership linking the UAE...
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Dubai Chambers Eyes Stronger Trade Ties with South Africa’s Western Cape
CAPE TOWN — Dubai Chambers discussed ways to expand...
Lost in Dubai, Found Again: The City Where Honesty Still Matters
DUBAI — Cities often build their reputations on grand...
What Changes for UAE Residents This June — And What It Means for Your Wallet
DUBAI- June 2026 has quietly ushered in some of...
Dubai Police Recover AED12 Million Worth of Stolen Oud After Fake Princess Scam
DUBAI— Dubai Police said Saturday they had dismantled a...
DEWA commissions nearly 2,000 substations in 2025
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority commissioned 1,994 new 11kV...
UAE Rulers Order Release Of Over 2,600 prisoners ahead of Eid Al-Adha
ABU DHABI— UAE rulers have ordered the release of...
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Saudi Arabia Resumes Umrah Visas as New Season Begins
After weeks of suspension during Hajj, the Kingdom has thrown open the doors to millions of pilgrims once again — with tighter systems, new digital...
Sharjah Steps Into the Amber Road’s Shadow, Bridges Ancient Worlds at Warsaw Book Fair
WARSAW: When Poland's ancient Amber Road once carried precious...
UAE Bets on Thinking Machines to Build the World’s Best Government
Editor's Pick | Analysis
Nine years ago, the UAE appointed...
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Dubai Chambers Eyes Stronger Trade Ties with South Africa’s Western Cape
CAPE TOWN — Dubai Chambers discussed ways to expand...
BUSINESS & TRADE
Fujairah Terminals Signs Three Land Lease Deals to Boost Regional Trade Connectivity
FUJAIRAH, May 20, 2026 — Fujairah Terminals, part of...
BUSINESS & TRADE
Qatar Airways posts QAR 7.08bn profit amid volatility
DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways Group reported a net...
BUSINESS & TRADE
UAE steps up gold souq AML compliance drive
DUBAI — UAE Economy and Tourism Minister Abdulla bin...
BUSINESS & TRADE
UAE, South Korea deepen AI and chip cooperation
SEOUL —The Ministry of Investment has led a high-level...
BUSINESS & TRADE
 Dubai Taxi buys National Taxi in $395m UAE deal
DUBAI - Dubai Taxi Company has agreed to fully...
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Sharjah Steps Into the Amber Road’s Shadow, Bridges Ancient Worlds at Warsaw Book Fair
WARSAW: When Poland's ancient Amber Road once carried precious...
UAE Bets on Thinking Machines to Build the World’s Best Government
Editor's Pick | Analysis
Nine years ago, the UAE appointed...
The Chair Kerala’s Congress Must Get Right
The United Democratic Front’s victory in the 2026 Kerala...
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Munich Airport opens Arab guest service hub for travellers
MUNICH: Munich Airport has opened a dedicated Arab guest service office aimed at improving travel support and cultural services for passengers from Arab countries, as...
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Top UAE Iftars for Ramadan 2026: A Dining Guide
As Ramadan approaches, residents and visitors across the UAE...
LEISURE
Saudi Arabia Opens Its Largest Ultra All-Inclusive Resort
KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY, Saudi Arabia – Feb. 3,...
LEISURE
UAE hotels roll out curated Valentine’s Day experiences
DUBAI, Feb. 2026 (GDM)— Hotels and dining venues across...
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Sofitel Dubai Downtown Unveils ‘Summer Club Encounter’ City Staycation Offer
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (June 2025) – Sofitel Dubai...
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Thumbay Group launches psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital in Sharjah
SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates — Thumbay Group on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for the Thumbay Psychiatric and Rehabilitation Hospital at Sharjah Healthcare City, a 120-bed facility dedicated to psychiatric care, neuro-rehabilitation and addiction recovery.
The 110,000-square-foot hospital is expected...
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UAE-Poland Medical Pathway Produces 90 Doctors as Programme Enters Second Decade
AJMAN — A medical education partnership linking the UAE...
Sheikha Mariam honoured with top UAE education award
ABU DHABI — The Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan...
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FIFA Congress approves record $14B budget cycle, Infantino announces re-election bid
VANCOUVER, Canada — FIFA's 76th Congress approved a record-breaking...
Emirati Driver Rashid Al Dhaheri Claims Historic Win at Red Bull Ring
SPIELBERG, Austria— Emirati racing driver Rashid Al Dhaheri secured...
India flop vs SA, Suryakumar’s Samson remark ignites row
Ahmedabad, INDIA — Defending champions India suffered a stunning...