Age meets innovation: How Sharjah is using AI to care for elderly

Here’s how Sharjah is using AI to care for the elderly

This initiative is in line with the humanitarian vision of Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

How AI is powering UAE travel in 2025: More bookings, less fraud

How AI is powering UAE travel in 2025: More bookings, less fraud

68 per cent of UAE travellers now use AI when booking holidays, domestic and international, marking a 57 per cent increase versus last year

Back to school: Saudi reveals new academic year start date for 11 regions

Back to school: Saudi reveals new academic year start date for 11 regions

The staggered return schedule aims to ensure that faculty and staff have enough time to prepare, especially in areas with high student density

GCC assets under management (AuM) reach $2.2tn in 2024: BCG report

GCC assets under management reach $2.2tn in 2024, shows report

The region’s 9 per cent AuM growth underscores its rising prominence as a hub for institutional and retail capital, says BCG’s Lukasz Rey

Flight every 30 minutes: Emirates SkyCargo’s Asia logistics revolution

Flight every 30 minutes: Emirates SkyCargo’s Asia logistics revolution

Strengthening its regional integration, Emirates SkyCargo recently formed a strategic partnership with Teleport, the logistics arm of AirAsia

UAE is letting AI do the hiring: What skills do you need to land a job?

UAE is using AI to hire: What skills do you need to land a job?

Large employers in the UAE also rely on AI-integrated tools like Oracle HCM, which connects seamlessly with both Bayt and LinkedIn

Umrah 2025: Prophet’s Mosque launches toll-free call service

Umrah 2025: Prophet’s Mosque launches toll-free call service

This initiative is part of broader efforts to elevate the spiritual and logistical experience of pilgrims in Madinah

Dubai drivers alert: Here’s how to deduct 4 black points easily

Dubai drivers alert: Here’s how to deduct 4 black points easily

The campaign aims to promote safe driving habits and reduce road accidents on one of the busiest days on UAE roads

Employees of Red Sea International Airport

Red Sea International Airport begins handling both domestic and international flights

RSI is positioned within three hours’ flying time for 250 million people and within eight hours for 85 per cent of the global population

Dubai’s traffic woes: New AI platform slashes congestion in minutes

Dubai’s traffic woes: New AI platform slashes congestion in minutes

This shift marks a milestone in digital transformation for RTA and supports Dubai’s ambition to be the smartest city in the world

UAE authority intensifies efforts: Dhs357m collected in taxes, fines

UAE authority intensifies efforts: Dhs357m collected in taxes, fines

In a statement issued on August 11, the FTA revealed that its inspection teams carried out 85,500 field visits during the first half of the year

20 million words and counting: UAE’s grand plan to power Arabic with AI

20 million words and counting: UAE’s grand plan to power Arabic with AI

From education to publishing, major national institutions are deploying AI to elevate Arabic’s cultural, academic, and global status

DEWA

Saeed Al Tayer on DEWA’s clean energy and AI transformation

DEWA is powering ahead with investments in solar, hydrogen, hydroelectric, and AI-powered smart grids

Expats in Oman rejoice: Resident card validity extended

Oman extends resident card validity: What expats need to know

Cardholders are required to renew their resident cards within 30 days of expiry to remain in compliance with national regulations

Saudi’s 20-hour hotel rule: Game-changer for tourists, hosts alike

Saudi’s 20-hour hotel rule: Game-changer for tourists, hosts alike

While hotels and accommodations can set their own schedules based on location and clientele, they must still guarantee the full minimum stay

Umrah Saudi Arabia Grand Mosque

Millennium Hotels MEA and Taiba elevate Umrah hospitality with Madinah relaunch

The relaunch follows a comprehensive upgrade to services and guest touchpoints

Saudi's new food violation rules: What eateries need to know

Saudi’s new food establishment rules: What’s next for restaurants?

The requirements mandate compliance with the Saudi Building Code, covering electrical systems, ventilation, air conditioning, and sanitation

Kuwait opens tourist visa-on-arrival to all GCC residents

Foreign residents across the GCC meeting the six-month residency requirement can now travel more easily to Kuwait

DEWA sees H1 profit after tax rise 13.2% to hit Dhs2.9bn

DEWA sees H1 profit after tax rise 13.2% to hit Dhs2.9bn

In Q2 alone, DEWA recorded a profit after tax of Dhs2.4bn, up 25.8 per cent year-on-year, with revenues of Dhs8.6bn, an increase of 9.8 per cent

Dubai property boom: Over 4,000+ new real estate activities recorded in H1

Dubai property boom: Over 4,000+ new real estate activities recorded in H1

According to the Dubai Land Department, the robust growth is largely attributed to the emirate’s advanced regulatory framework

Foreign investors alert: Saudi approves digital IDs for property ownership

Saudi’s group housing laws: What one must follow

Each bedroom must provide at least four square meters per person, with no more than ten occupants per room

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Image Abu Dhabi media Office_WAM

Prominent landmarks: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque rises in global rankings

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi ranked eighth globally in TripAdvisor’s 2025 Top Attractions list, up two spots from 2024

kezad signs MOU with Q Mobility for parking solutions

Q Mobility to develop truck and on-street parking solutions in KEZAD

Q Mobility will introduce smart parking systems and value-added services aimed at improving user experience within KEZAD’s industrial and commercial zones

Car insurance hike in Oman: Authority issues clarification

Car insurance hike in Oman: Authority issues clarification

Consumers are urged to report any irregularities or lodge complaints regarding vehicle insurance pricing directly through the FSA’s official channels

Riyadh curbs parking hassles: Residential permits rolled out

Riyadh curbs parking hassles: Residential permits rolled out

These permits allow residents and their visitors to park conveniently while curbing unregulated parking that often causes inconvenience

Emirates bans power bank use onboard: What passengers need to know

Emirates bans power bank use onboard: What passengers need to know

Emirates’ move comes after a comprehensive safety review prompted by a rise in lithium battery-related incidents across the aviation industry

OceanQuest's CEO on why deep-ocean science should be globally collaborative but locally relevant

OceanQuest’s CEO on why deep-ocean science should be globally collaborative but locally relevant

OceanQuest to explore deep ocean frontiers with cutting-edge research and global collaboration

Here are the top 6 UAE property hotspots to invest in 2025

Barco Developers enters UAE market with 2 million sq ft residential pipeline

Barco Developers aims to deliver homes with high utility, modern designs, and technology-enabled amenities

Dubai RTA’s fast-track fix: New lane to slash Ras Al Khor traffic by 30%

The change will benefit motorists heading towards Business Bay, Ghadeer Al Tair, Al Quoz, Al Safa, and surrounding development areas

Umrah, Hajj made easier: Nusuk App now works without internet

This development will positively impact the pilgrim experience by empowering users to manage their journey with greater ease and convenience