Arts & Culture

Sharjah Museums Authority spotlights UAE maritime heritage at ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’

News Editor 05/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is showcasing the UAE’s rich maritime heritage at the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates 2026, currently taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from May 4 to 7. The event is hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology

Economy UAE

Dubai launches major tunnelling phase for Metro Blue Line project

News Editor 05/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has officially launched the main tunnelling works for the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a landmark infrastructure project valued at over AED20.5 billion, marking a significant step forward in the emirate’s long-term urban mobility strategy. Spanning 30 kilometres, the new line will feature 14 stations, including […]

UAE Weather

UAE to see fair weather with gradual temperature rise over next five days

News Editor 05/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast generally fair weather conditions across the UAE over the next five days, with partly cloudy skies expected over eastern regions during afternoons and a gradual increase in temperatures. According to the latest outlook covering May 5 to May 9, weather conditions will remain […]

Real Estate

Abu Dhabi property market shows steady growth with strong April rebound

News Editor 04/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) has reported stable performance across Abu Dhabi’s property market over the past eight weeks, supported by solid sales activity, sustained demand, and continued project launches. According to ADREC, the real estate sector maintained consistent momentum, with both sales and rental markets showing resilience. The

Arts & Culture

Ministry of Culture showcases Emirati craftsmanship at ‘Make it in the Emirates’

News Editor 04/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Ministry of Culture is taking part in the fifth edition of Make it in the Emirates through its dedicated Artisans Pavilion, reinforcing efforts to position cultural and creative industries as key contributors to the national economy. The pavilion delivers an immersive journey into the roots of Emirati craftsmanship, highlighting how […]

Energy

Mubadala, Tubacex Group launch TBX Nexxia in Abu Dhabi to boost energy manufacturing

News Editor 04/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Mubadala Investment Company and Tubacex Group have officially launched their joint venture, TBX Nexxia, marking the start of operations at a new advanced manufacturing platform in Abu Dhabi focused on Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG). The announcement was made during Make it in the Emirates 2026, highlighting the UAE’s continued push […]

Oman Tech

Oman launches AI Special Zone in Muscat under new royal decree

News Editor 01/05/2026

Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. (50/2026) establishing an Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in Muscat, marking a strategic step to accelerate the country’s digital transformation and innovation agenda. According to the decree, the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones will oversee the appointment of an entity responsible for

News UAE

Dubai Police adopt 2040 Vision to strengthen human rights protection

News Editor 01/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Police has approved a forward-looking “2040 Vision” for its General Department of Human Rights, outlining a roadmap of future-focused initiatives aligned with strategic priorities including safety, community wellbeing, and innovation in human capabilities. The vision is closely aligned with the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, reinforcing the force’s

Business

Dubai Chamber of Commerce highlights private sector competitiveness at 2026 quarterly meeting

News Editor 01/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Chamber of Commerce has reinforced its focus on strengthening private sector competitiveness during its second quarterly meeting of Business Groups and Business Councils for 2026, bringing together representatives from 64 groups and councils under the wider umbrella of Dubai Chambers. The session outlined ongoing efforts to boost sector readiness,

Business

DIFC launches public consultation on revised Prescribed Company Regulations

News Editor 30/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced a public consultation on proposed amendments to its Prescribed Company (PC) Regulations, aiming to expand structuring options and strengthen the role of Corporate Service Providers (CSPs) within the financial centre. According to Jacques Visser, Chief Legal Officer at DIFC Authority, the

Aviation UAE

Sharjah Youth Council hosts session to strengthen aviation talent pipeline

News Editor 30/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Youth Council, in collaboration with the Department of Civil Aviation’s Youth Council, has organised a youth-focused session aimed at empowering the next generation of aviation professionals and increasing their participation in the sector. The session, titled “Empowering Youth in the Aviation Sector,” was held at the Sharjah Space and […]

Environment UAE

Six global innovators advance to UAE trials in Al Miyah Challenge for Agriculture

News Editor 30/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has announced six international finalists for its Al Miyah Challenge for Agriculture, marking a major step toward developing practical solutions for water-efficient farming. The finalists were selected from 21 shortlisted teams, drawn from an initial pool of 846 entries spanning 54 countries. The selected teams […]

News Transport UAE

Paid Parking Expanded to New Commercial Sectors in Mohamed Bin Zayed City

News Editor 29/04/2026

Photo Ceredit : WAM Q Mobility has announced the activation of a paid parking system across additional commercial sectors in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, effective 6 May 2026. The move comes under the regulatory oversight of the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport. The latest rollout forms part of […]

GCC Health

GCC records 53 Healthy Cities as region advances public well-being agenda

News Editor 29/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf has revealed that 53 cities across the Gulf Cooperation Council have now been designated as Healthy Cities, reflecting a growing regional focus on linking urban development with public health and quality of life. Health authorities across the […]

Economy

UAE blocks 13,667 piracy websites in Q1 2026 amid major digital crackdown

News Editor 29/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has stepped up its fight against online piracy, blocking 13,667 violating websites in the first quarter of 2026. The figure marks a nearly 400 percent increase compared to the same period last year, pushing the total number of blocked sites to 47,667 since the […]

Events News UAE

Majra launches agriculture category to boost UAE food security and sustainability goals

News Editor 28/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Majra – National CSR Fund has unveiled a new agriculture-focused category under its “Sustainable Impact Challenge,” in a move aimed at strengthening the UAE’s agricultural sector and accelerating sustainable development nationwide. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the National Agricultural Centre, was announced during the UAE Agricultural

Economy Energy UAE

NMDC Energy posts strong Q1 2026 results with revenue up 33%

News Editor 28/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM NMDC Energy has reported a solid start to 2026, delivering strong financial results for the first quarter while maintaining steady operations across all projects despite a complex regional environment. The company recorded revenues of AED5 billion in Q1 2026, marking a 33 percent increase compared to the same period last year. […]

Education Environment UAE

Abu Dhabi Municipality promotes urban pride through ‘Little Inspector’ initiative

News Editor 28/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a community-focused initiative aimed at encouraging residents, particularly children, to play an active role in preserving the emirate’s urban landscape and public spaces. The ‘Little Inspector’ programme was rolled out across multiple locations, engaging school students, families and community members through

Environment

Abu Dhabi updates fishing rules for 2026 to support sustainability

News Editor 27/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has begun implementing new ministerial decisions that will reshape fishing regulations across the emirate in 2026, reinforcing efforts to balance marine conservation with food security. The move comes under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of EAD, and follows coordination with the […]

News UAE

UAE delivers 100 tonnes of food aid to Gaza via Humaid Air Bridge

News Editor 27/04/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates has delivered 100 tonnes of food supplies to Gaza as part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts under the “Humaid Air Bridge,” launched within Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The aid shipment arrived in the Egyptian city of Al Arish, carrying approximately 3,300 food parcels aimed at supporting Palestinian […]