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Flying Emirates? Power bank use banned onboard from October 1

Emirates allows passengers to carry only one power bank under 100 Watt Hours, but use of these devices in the cabin is now banned

UAE fuel prices: How much more will motorists pay in October?

UAE fuel prices: How much more will motorists pay in October?

Oil prices fell on Tuesday, as another anticipated production increase by OPEC+ and the resumption of oil exports from Iraq’s Kurdistan region

Dubai rolls out new productivity system for government workforce

Dubai rolls out new productivity system for government workforce

The first phase will assess workforce productivity using recognised performance metrics, comparing service outputs against workforce size

New UAE visas just dropped: AI experts, widows, friends and more covered

New UAE visas just dropped: AI experts, widows, friends and more covered

A new humanitarian residence permit has been launched, valid for one year and extendable based on specific conditions

Dubai Police luxury patrol fleet: New AI-powered Mercedes cars hit the streets

The newly inducted vehicles include the Mercedes SL 55 AMG, Mercedes GT 63 AMG, and the Mercedes EQS 580, a fully electric model

UAE travellers alert: Free first-class tickets, seat sales and millions of miles

UAE travellers alert: Free first-class tickets, seat sales and millions of miles

These campaigns not only reward customer behavior but also reflect the growing role of loyalty programmes as core revenue drivers

Emirates Road upgrade: Massive overhaul to handle 9,000 vehicles per hour

The project, which forms part of a comprehensive national plan, will expand the current three-lane road to five lanes in each direction

Abu Dhabi Beach Guideline: What visitors need to know

Abu Dhabi Beach Guideline: What visitors need to know

The initiative underscores the emirate’s long-term vision of creating inclusive and environmentally responsible public spaces

The return of the Dubai Fountain: Show dates, timings and what’s new

The return of the Dubai Fountain: Show dates, timings and what’s new

This level of anticipation reflects not only the fountain’s global appeal but also its emotional significance for many visitors

Emirati employment: Ru’ya 2025 powers up the UAE’s future workforce

Emirati employment: Ru’ya 2025 powers up the UAE’s future workforce

The Get Hired! initiative played a pivotal role in accelerating interview processes and driving instant placements

FinTech boom: Dubai joins world’s top 4 in global financial power rankings

This recognition reaffirms Dubai’s leadership in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, elevating its profile on the global financial stage

Dubai Taxi Company and Kabi by Al Ghurair join forces to Shape the Future of Mobility in the UAE

Dubai Taxi Company, Kabi by Al Ghurair form ride-hailing alliance with Bolt, Zed

The partnership will see DTC’s 6,200 taxis and Kabi’s 3,680 taxis integrated into Bolt and Zed platforms, with future additions to both fleets automatically included.

NBA legends attending NBA District 2025 (Credit: NBAE)

Basketball legends to headline fan events at NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025

The fan event will run from October 2 to 5 at Manarat Al Saadiyat alongside preseason games between the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers on October 2

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Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector posts Dhs54bn in H1 transactions: ADREC

Established in 2023 under the DMT, ADREC serves as the custodian and regulator of Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector

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Dubai tops global greenfield FDI projects list for 8th straight half-year period

The emirate attracted an estimated Dhs40.4bn ($11bn) in FDI capital in H1 2025, up 62 per cent from Dhs24.7bn a year earlier

Dubai’s ALEC aims for Dhs7bn valuation in highly anticipated IPO

Dubai’s ALEC aims for Dhs7bn valuation in highly anticipated IPO

The entire IPO represents a secondary sale by Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), the principal investment arm of the Government of Dubai

Prayer break introduced in UAE government schools

Prayer break introduced in UAE government schools

In a statement, the ministry confirmed that time will now be allocated each day for students to perform the noon prayer in congregation

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Dubai’s DIEZ posts record Dhs336bn trade in 2024, up 19%

The growth lifted DIEZ’s contribution to Dubai’s non-oil trade to 13.7 per cent, its highest on record

Eid Al Etihad holiday in UAE: Cooler temperatures, rainfall expected

Fog, dust and rain? What the UAE weather looks like this week

Conditions on Sunday will remain fair to partly cloudy, with a continued chance of cloud formation, possibly bringing rainfall during the afternoon

Sharjah’s investment boom: 361% FDI surge fuels jobs, projects

The emirate’s success has been underpinned by proactive governance, enabling legislation, and infrastructure that supports enterprise development

terra rta tie-up for battery swapping for electric delivery bikes in Dubai

RTA, Terra to install battery-swapping stations for electric delivery bikes

The partnership includes the creation of an integrated system tailored to the delivery sector, designed to meet operators’ charging requirements while helping reduce the cost of ownership

Dubai renters are rushing to buy: What it means for the market

Dubai renters are rushing to buy: What it means for the market

The trend reflects growing confidence among residents who are viewing Dubai not just as a temporary home, but as a permanent base for family

Dhs1,000 monthly fines? UAE's FTA urges firms to file corporate tax on time

Dhs1,000 monthly fines? UAE’s FTA urges firms to file corporate tax on time

The announcement, made on September 14, stresses the importance of timely submission and payment of Corporate Tax Payable

Dubai’s bridge boom: RTA builds towards zero-fatality, pedestrian-first future

Dubai’s bridge boom: RTA builds towards zero-fatality, pedestrian-first future

This expansion aims to improve safety, enhance connectivity, and encourage the use of sustainable transport options

Global Village Dubai returns for Season 30: Dates revealed

Global Village Dubai returns for Season 30: Dates revealed

The announcement follows the enormous success of Season 29, which drew a record-breaking 10.5 million visitors, setting a new standard for regional tourism

Dubai’s Mall of the Emirates turns 20: Inside its Dhs5bn redevelopment

To commemorate its 20-year legacy, Mall of the Emirates has rolled out an exciting calendar of activations throughout September

Game-changing health tech hits Dubai: What you missed at WHX 2025

With over 200 speakers and 300 exhibitors, the event created a space to explore how technology is transforming the future of healthcare

Marjan completes infrastructure works at RAK Central, names ALEC as main contractor

Marjan completes infrastructure works at RAK Central, ALEC named main contractor

The 8.37 million square foot gross floor area project spans 3.1 million square feet of land and is positioned as a business hub with commercial, residential, retail and hospitality components

Luxury travel: Dubai South debuts ‘VIP Terminal Boulevard’

The boulevard is expected to become a hub for elite aviation businesses, offering them an unmatched opportunity to establish in a thriving region

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Shift to digital apps for remittances grows in UAE, Saudi Arabia, shows report

Remittances remain central to how people in the UAE support families abroad, with 49 per cent sending money for humanitarian or family needs