Defence & Security UAE

Abu Dhabi boosts emergency readiness with public awareness campaign

News Editor 27/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its emergency preparedness framework through a renewed public awareness drive led by the Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre (ADCMC). Established under Law No. 22 of 2019, ADCMC plays a key role in strengthening the

Entertainment

Abu Dhabi’s Marina Mall just got a new entertainment venue: Cinemacity Starlight

Miguel Hadchity 27/03/2026

Photo Credit: Cinemacity Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Cinemacity has unveiled its newest destination at Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, converging film, theatre, and dining under one roof. Designed as a cultural and entertainment house rather than a conventional cinema, Cinemacity Starlight invites guests to arrive early and stay longer, immersing themselves in a dynamic […]

Events Saudi Arabia

Global Blockchain Show Riyadh Unveils World-Class Speakers Redefining the Future of Web3 and Digital Assets

News Editor 26/03/2026

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will host the Global Blockchain Show on June 29 and 30, 2026. The show will bring together some of the world’s most influential and widely recognized voices shaping blockchain, Web3, and the global digital assets ecosystem. The Global Blockchain Show is produced by VAP Group with support from The Times of Blockchain […]

Defence & Security GCC News

Gulf states, Jordan condemn Iran over ‘blatant attacks’ and regional escalation

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan have jointly issued a strong condemnation of what they described as “blatant” Iranian attacks, calling them a clear violation of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and international law. In a unified statement, the six nations said the actions — whether carried out […]

Business Travel

Abu Dhabi hotels offer free access to Louvre and major museums for guests

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi is rolling out a limited-time cultural offer allowing hotel guests to access some of the emirate’s top attractions at no additional cost, as part of efforts to boost post-Eid tourism. Visitors booking stays at participating hotels can receive complimentary entry to three major cultural landmarks on Saadiyat Island, combining […]

Transport UAE

Dubai Police simplify reporting of lost or found number plates during rainy weather

News Editor 26/03/2026

Photo Credit : Dubai Police Dubai Police have introduced streamlined digital services to help motorists report lost or found vehicle number plates, particularly as unstable weather conditions impact roads across the emirate. Drivers can now easily file a lost item report or submit details of a found number plate through the official Dubai Police mobile […]

Finance

UAE banking sector shows robust growth as assets surpass $1.5tr in Early 2026

Miguel Hadchity 26/03/2026

Photo Credit:  WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — New data from the Central Bank of the UAE revealed a positive trajectory for the nation’s financial sector, marked by broad-based growth in assets, credit, and money supply at the start of the year. According to the data carried by the Emirates News Agency, the total […]

Transport

Dubai RTA promotes unified car rental contract to boost transparency and protect customers

News Editor 25/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has stepped up efforts to raise public awareness about the unified contract governing car rental services, aiming to enhance transparency and protect the rights of both customers and rental operators across the emirate. The authority said the standardised agreement regulates the relationship between rental

Aviation

Dubai strengthens aviation ecosystem with new Lufthansa Technik facility at MBRAH

News Editor 25/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News The emirate’s aviation sector continues to expand with the inauguration of a new specialised facility at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH), developed in partnership with Lufthansa Technik Middle East. The newly launched painting and grinding centre, located at Dubai South, is designed to enhance component maintenance capabilities,

Events

World Economic Forum postpones Jeddah meeting amid regional developments

Miguel Hadchity 25/03/2026

Photo Credit: WEF Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The World Economic Forum, in coordination with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Economy and Planning, has announced the rescheduling of the International Meeting on Cooperation and Growth, originally set to take place in Jeddah on April 22–23, 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the decision was […]

Education UAE

Ajman University launches PhD in Artificial Intelligence to advance UAE’s research ambitions

News Editor 24/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Ajman University has announced the launch of a new Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Artificial Intelligence, reinforcing its position as a regional leader in advanced technology education and research. The research-focused programme, offered by the College of Engineering and Information Technology, will be delivered by a faculty that includes

Transport UAE Weather

Sharjah Extends Free Public Parking as Unstable Weather Persists

News Editor 24/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah City Municipality has announced an extension of free public parking across the emirate due to ongoing unstable weather conditions. The municipality confirmed that the exemption from parking fees, which came into effect on Monday, March 23, will remain in place until further notice. The decision is part of precautionary […]

News UAE

‘We cannot trade our way out of this crisis’: Sultan Al Jaber warns weaponising Strait of Hormuz is economic terrorism

Miguel Hadchity 24/03/2026

Photo credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — When the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint becomes a battleground, the consequences ripple far beyond oil markets, reaching factory floors, farmlands, and family budgets across the globe.  That was the stark warning issued today by Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE’s minister of industry and […]

Transport UAE

Abu Dhabi Police call on delivery riders to halt operations during rainfall

News Editor 23/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi Police have advised delivery motorcycle riders to temporarily suspend their services during periods of unstable weather, particularly rainfall, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and minimise accident risks. The Traffic and Patrols Directorate emphasised that proactive warnings and awareness campaigns are being implemented

Aviation

Sharjah Airport issues travel advisory amid unstable weather conditions

News Editor 23/03/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah, UAE — March 2026: Sharjah Airport has advised passengers to stay updated on their flight status as unstable weather conditions across the UAE may cause delays and schedule changes. The advisory comes as parts of the country experience rainfall, strong winds, and reduced visibility, which could impact airport operations […]

Corporate

Dubai’s economic resilience praised by international business leaders as a global benchmark

Miguel Hadchity 23/03/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Amid a shifting global landscape, Dubai continues to solidify its reputation as a benchmark for resilience and agility, according to chairpersons of several country business councils operating under the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. The leaders attributed the emirate’s steadfastness to an integrated economic model that unites […]

Energy

ADNOC, OMV move closer to forming Borouge Group with new Borouge 4 agreement

News Editor 20/03/2026

Photo Credit : Reuters Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Austria’s OMV have taken another step toward establishing Borouge Group International AG, signing a new agreement linked to the Borouge 4 production complex aimed at boosting earnings and operational efficiency. The companies confirmed that the planned merger of Borouge Plc and Borealis AG, alongside […]

Events

LEAP 2026 moves to September in strategic rescheduling

Miguel Hadchity 20/03/2026

Photo credit: LEAP Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — In a significant shift to its event calendar, the organisers of LEAP, the world’s most attended technology event, have announced that the fifth edition will now take place from 31 August to 3 September 2026. The event was previously scheduled for 13-16 April. According to a […]

Events

ATM to take place in August at the Dubai World Trade Centre

Miguel Hadchity 19/03/2026

Photo Credit: WTM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — Organizers have confirmed a significant shift in the calendar for the Middle East’s travel industry showcase, with the 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market rescheduled to take place in late summer 2026. In an official announcement, event organizer RX revealed that ATM 2026 will now be […]

Business Finance

UAE rejects rumours of capital transfer restrictions, reaffirms investor-friendly policies

News Editor 19/03/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has dismissed reports circulating on social media that claim the country is imposing restrictions on capital movement or limiting foreign investors’ ability to transfer and manage their funds. In an official clarification, the Ministry confirmed that such claims are inaccurate and do not reflect […]