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Liwa International Festival 2025–2026: A Spectacular Desert Celebration of Speed, Heritage, and Adventure

Image Credit : WAM Every winter, the vast golden dunes of Liwa transform into a buzzing hub of excitement, energy, and Emirati culture. The Liwa International Festival 2025–2026, one of the UAE’s most anticipated annual events, returns this December, promising a thrilling fusion of motorsports, heritage, and family entertainment in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s […]
Corporate News UAE

Dubai International Chamber attracts 261 companies in first nine months of 2025, marking 65% growth

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM During the first nine months of 2025, Dubai International Chamber attracted 261 new companies to Dubai, representing 65% year-on-year growth, including 44 multinational companies. pic.twitter.com/BGw5s8z7IR — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 6, 2025 Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Dubai International Chamber attracted 261 new companies to Dubai,
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Emirates Introduces Seamless Biometric Travel at Dubai International Airport: No Boarding Pass Required

Emirates airline is transforming the way passengers travel through Dubai International Airport (DXB) with the rollout of its advanced biometric system  allowing travelers to move from check-in to boarding without showing a passport or boarding pass. The UAE’s flagship carrier has now installed more than 200 biometric-enabled cameras across its dedicated Terminal 3, marking
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Sharjah Islamic Bank Unveils SIB Pay to Drive UAE’s Digital Payment Evolution

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has announced the launch of SIB Pay, a cutting-edge digital payments platform that marks a major step in accelerating the UAE’s shift toward cashless, electronic transactions. The initiative  the first of its kind from a Sharjah-based bank aligns with the country’s UAE Vision 2031 and national digital transformation strategy. Designed to […]
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Abu Dhabi Civil Defence and EGA Partner to Strengthen Fire Safety and Emergency Response Framework

The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the UAE’s largest industrial company outside the oil and gas sector, to elevate fire safety practices and boost emergency response efficiency across the Al Taweelah Industrial Area. The new partnership builds on years of collaboration between both
Corporate News UAE

Dubai Chamber of Commerce reports robust growth in first nine months of 2025, fueling D33 Agenda

Miguel Hadchity
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has reported significant achievements for the first nine months of 2025, underscoring its role in driving economic growth and supporting the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda. The chamber welcomed 53,838 new member companies during this period, a 4 percent year-on-year […]
News Travel UAE

Region’s First Dedicated Electric Vehicle Service Centre Launches in Dubai’s Al Barsha South

Image Credit : Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat) The GCC’s first-ever dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Centre has officially opened in Dubai’s Al Barsha South, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s transition toward sustainable mobility. The innovative facility, launched by Emarat at its new Al Buhaira service station, integrates EV maintenance with
News Travel UAE

PIA Restores Operations After Overnight Disruption: Several UAE-Bound Flights Delayed

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) experienced temporary disruptions in its flight operations late on Monday night, leading to widespread delays across several domestic and international routes  including key services to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. According to a company statement, the issue stemmed from an attempt by a derecognised entity, SEAP, to pressure management
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Sheikh Mohammed Leads UAE Flag Day 2025 Celebration at DIFC

Mariam Khawer
Image Credit :Dubai Media Office His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, led the nation’s UAE Flag Day 2025 celebration on Monday at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), reaffirming the UAE’s enduring unity, pride, and progress. Organised by Brand Dubai, the creative […]