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Dubai’s NYE 2026 fireworks: Special ferry, abra and water taxi packages unveiled

Dubai’s NYE 2026 fireworks: Special ferry, abra and water taxi packages unveiled

The service continues to attract visitors and residents who appreciate a heritage-rich, open-air way to experience the night’s celebrations

54th Eid Al Etihad at Dubai’s Global Village: Savor, shop, and free activities for visitors

54th Eid Al Etihad at Dubai’s Global Village: Savor, shop, and free activities for visitors

The Dragon Lake, holder of a Guinness World Record for the largest underwater display screen, has been upgraded with enhanced visual clarity

Top jobs, bigger paychecks: UAE salary rise 2026 forecast revealed

Top jobs, bigger paychecks: UAE salary rise 2026 forecast revealed

Across the GCC, Saudi is projected to offer the highest average salary increase in 2026 at 4.6 per cent, followed by Qatar and Oman at 4.3 per cent

It’s official: Dubai Square Mall announces opening date, cost

It’s official: Dubai Square Mall announces opening date, cost

By combining futuristic AI systems, sustainable design, and luxury urban living, Dubai Square aims to redefine the shopping mall experience

Eid Al Etihad in UAE: 24-hour sale sparks retail rush as mega events and travel soar

54th UAE National Day: Key rules, regulations outlined by Ministry of Interior

The regulations specifically forbid covering side or windshields with stickers or sunshades or making unauthorized modifications to the vehicle’s body

Weather shift in UAE: Temperatures drop, rain expected through Sunday

Weather shift in UAE: Temperatures drop, rain expected through Sunday

Partly cloudy to cloudy conditions will continue, particularly across northern regions. Rain remains possible, and humidity levels are expected to rise overnight, especially inland

CEPA Connect 18 November 2025

How the UAE-Australia CEPA will open new avenues for trade, healthcare, green innovation

CEPA Connect convened senior officials and business leaders to explore how the UAE-Australia CEPA is set to boost trade, education, healthcare, and sustainable energy collaboration between the two nations

Al Khayyat Investments signs MoUs with Cainiao, BioBAY to boost cooperation

These partnerships mark a milestone in AKI’s expansion and reflect the shared commitment of the UAE and China to foster innovation and trade

From 15-minute drops to urban air mobility: Drone deliveries go mainstream in the UAE

From 15-minute drops to urban air mobility: Drone deliveries go mainstream in the UAE

noon and its partners are now focused on transitioning autonomous last-mile delivery from demonstration to day-to-day operational reality

Governance meets ambition: CFI group adds industry titans to its board

Governance meets ambition: CFI group adds industry titans to its board

The new board members bring a powerful mix of institutional market expertise, fintech innovation, and regulated brokerage leadership

Thales' Pascale Sourisse on how national human capital is fuelling UAE’s growth

Thales’ Pascale Sourisse on how national human capital is fuelling UAE’s growth

The president and CEO Thales International says the challenge is developing a workforce that is not just technically competent, but also strategically minded, capable of driving innovation across sectors

UAE rental market update: Tenants can now pay rent monthly

Historically, tenants in the UAE have been required to pay annual rent in one to four cheques, limiting access to homes that truly fit their needs

Fog, dust and humidity: NCM warns of shifting conditions in UAE

Fog, dust and humidity: NCM warns of shifting conditions in UAE

Mornings are expected to remain humid with recurring chances of fog or light fog, while daytime conditions will be generally fair to partly cloudy

Eid Al Etihad: Private sector holidays announced

Eid Al Etihad 2025: Private sector holidays announced

The ministry sent out a circular announcing the Eid Al Etihad holiday, in line with the cabinet’s decision regarding approved official holidays for the government and private sector

Eid Al Etihad holiday announced for government entities in UAE

Eid Al Etihad holiday announced for government entities in UAE

The holiday marks UAE National Day, celebrated annually on December 2 to commemorate the historic unification of the seven emirates in 1971

From Dubai to Riyadh: Could AI be your next workplace colleague?

From Dubai to Riyadh: Could AI be your next workplace colleague?

The Middle East, particularly the UAE and Saudi, is distinguishing itself as one of the fastest testing grounds for AI-enabled talent ecosystems

Dubai Metro Blue Line: How these 14 stations will make travel easy for commuters

With 9 elevated and 5 underground stations and modern amenities, the Blue Line sets new benchmarks for urban transit in the region

From Madinah to Hong Kong: Etihad Airways charts bold expansion across destinations

The new service enhances travel options for religious, business, and leisure travellers, underscoring the airline’s commitment to key markets

UNIESTATE marks 30 years with Downtown Dubai sales centre launch

UNIESTATE marks 30 years with Downtown Dubai sales centre launch

The milestone marks three decades of consistent growth, stability, and significant contributions to the UAE’s dynamic urban landscape

Film and Gaming in focus: Dubai Media Council rolls out strategic innovation committees

Film and Gaming in focus: Dubai Media Council rolls out new committees

The creation of these committees enhances the institutional framework necessary for the growth of two strategic sectors

Gold hits near three-week high as bill to end US shutdown passes Senate

Gold hits near three-week high as bill to end US shutdown passes Senate

Spot gold was up 0.5 per cent at $4,137.06 per ounce as of 0816 GMT, having earlier hit its highest since October 23 at $4,148.75

UAE’s home check-in trend: Sharjah Airport, Emirates, Etihad and flydubai lead the way

UAE’s home check-in trend: Sharjah Airport, Emirates, Etihad and flydubai lead the way

The move reinforces the airport’s reputation for adopting technology-driven services that prioritise speed, comfort, and ease

Abu Dhabi charts the skies: UAE builds global model for air taxi rules

Abu Dhabi charts the skies: UAE builds global model for air taxi rules

Supported by advanced modelling tools, these tests study flight dynamics to guide the creation of safe air corridor designs

UAE plans to conclude CEPA trade deal with Chad by end 2025

Bilateral trade between the UAE and Chad currently stands at $1.9bn, having growing more than 30 per cent last year

Upcoming GCC public holidays, National Day closures: What to know

Upcoming GCC public holidays, National Day closures: What to know

From the UAE’s commemorative events to Oman’s consecutive national days, the holidays are poised to affect both the public and private sectors

Future-ready UAE: How AI is transforming classrooms, boardrooms, and beyond

Future-ready UAE: How AI is transforming classrooms, boardrooms, and beyond

The recognition of potential risks alongside benefits underscores the importance of embedding ethics into both education and workplace practices

Dubai office properties: Which areas could maximise your investment?

Dubai office properties: Which areas could maximise your investment?

Analysts suggest that Dubai’s commercial market is entering a mature growth phase, supported by both domestic and international investor interest

Suliman Gaouda, Regional Vice President, Middle East & Africa, Sitecore

Sitecore’s Suliman Gaouda on shaping personalised digital experiences in the region

The regional VP, MEA, Sitecore Middle East, shares how the composable, cloud-native platform is helping Middle Eastern organisations deliver secure, personalised, and efficient digital experiences

Amazon 11.11 sale begins Image Amazon

Amazon.ae 11.11 sale begins; discounts, deals, delivery in minutes

The 11.11 sale will run from November 7 to 12, with early deals already live on the platform, Amazon said

From distribution to delivery: AKI enters 3PL market with regional ambitions

AKI launches AKI Logistics new 3PL services for businesses in the UAE

The specialised 3PL services will cater to business customers in retail, healthcare, FMCG, and more