Corporate Finance

Sharjah’s economy surges in 2025 with record licences, digital innovation, and 97% Emiratisation rate

Miguel Hadchity 17/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Sharjah Economic Development Department has declared 2025 a landmark year of transformative growth, unveiling impressive metrics that underscore the emirate’s strengthening position as a competitive and sustainable economic hub. Hamad Ali

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NYU Abu Dhabi opens applications for Summer Research Programme 2026

News Editor 16/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has announced the opening of applications for its Summer Research Programme 2026, inviting undergraduate students to take part in faculty-led research projects during an intensive eight-week residency on campus. The in-person programme is open to students from New York University in New York, NYU Shanghai, as well […]

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Dubai Police, DCAA sign MoU to tighten parachute safety standards

News Editor 16/02/2026

Image Credit : Dubai Media Office Dubai Police and the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) have signed a new memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening the regulation of parachute activities across the emirate and reinforcing air safety standards. The agreement aligns with national strategic priorities and Dubai’s broader public safety framework, reflecting a

GCC Oman Transport

Oman opens Al Rawdah border crossing to boost trade with UAE

News Editor 16/02/2026

Photo Credit: Gulf News Royal Oman Police has announced the opening of the Al Rawdah border crossing for commercial goods, a step aimed at strengthening trade and logistical connectivity with the United Arab Emirates. The Directorate General of Customs, operating under the Royal Oman Police, confirmed that the new commercial gateway is located in Al […]

Events

Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2026 launches with ‘Shop and Unlock the Secrets’ campaign

Miguel Hadchity 16/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The 36th edition of the Sharjah Ramadan Festival officially commenced today, transforming the emirate into a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and community throughout the holy month. Organized by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the event will run until 25 March under the evocative […]

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Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi directs full remote work on Fridays during Ramadan

News Editor 13/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM The Ajman Government has announced 100 percent remote work on Fridays for all government entities during the Holy Month of Ramadan, under the directives of Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman. The move comes as part of the “Ajman Ramadan with the Family” initiative […]

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Emirates Drug Establishment unveils AI drug design project at World Health Expo 2026

News Editor 13/02/2026

The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has spotlighted its artificial intelligence-driven drug efficacy design initiative, known as the InSilico project, during its participation at World Health Expo (WHX 2026), marking a significant step in the UAE’s push toward digital transformation in pharmaceutical development. The InSilico project leverages advanced digital modelling

Tech

From Food Production to Content Creation: Ai Everything MEA Egypt Showcases How Intelligent Tech Is Being Put to Work

News Editor 13/02/2026

Inaugural edition of Ai Everything MEA Egypt concluded today with milestone AI announcements, partnerships & cross-sector AI use-cases The all-AI summit and showcase set to take place next year from 1-2 June 2027 Cairo, Egypt – 12 February 2026: Ai Everything Middle East & Africa (MEA) Egypt 2026 concluded today after two days of packed […]

Hospitality UAE

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launches ‘11.5: Edge of Life’ Ramadan campaign to save 5 million children from hunger

News Editor 13/02/2026

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the ‘11.5: Edge of Life’ campaign, a global humanitarian initiative aimed at rescuing five million children worldwide from hunger and malnutrition. The campaign continues Sheikh Mohammed’s annual Ramadan tradition of spearheading large-scale humanitarian

Travel

DXB closes record-breaking 2025 as world’s busiest airport for international travel

Miguel Hadchity 13/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Dubai International Airport welcomed 95.2 million guests in 2025, a 3.1 percent increase year on year, cementing its position as the busiest airport in the world for international passenger traffic and marking the highest annual volume ever recorded in its history. Dubai Airports announced that 2025 […]

Lifestyle UAE

Things That Are Illegal in UAE That Surprise Expats

Seif Kamel 12/02/2026

The UAE grabbing international attention.  United Arab Emirates has become a global attraction for tourists and expats from all over the globe. With the availability of inexpensive and direct flights to the UAE, especially Dubai, and the easy methods of obtaining the visa, many people started targeting Dubai for a short visit or a longer […]

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Abdullah bin Zayed establishes National Identity Committee

News Editor 12/02/2026

Image Credit : WAM Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council, has issued a decision to form a new National Identity Committee aimed at strengthening and aligning the UAE’s national identity framework. The committee will be chaired by […]

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Dubai Police announce 33 Ramadan Iftar cannon locations across the emirate

News Editor 12/02/2026

Image Credit : Gulf News Dubai Police have unveiled 33 locations for this year’s Ramadan Iftar cannons, keeping alive one of the UAE’s most recognisable Ramadan traditions that signals the moment of sunset and the breaking of the fast. The announcement was made during a press conference at Expo City Dubai, where senior officials outlined […]

Hospitality

The Bench launches Future Hospitality Summit Egypt

News Editor 12/02/2026

Aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030 ambitions for tourism and investment, FHS Egypt, a new two-day market event will connect senior hospitality investment decision-makers to accelerate projects, partnerships and capital deployment Cairo, Egypt – 11 February 2026. The Bench today announced the launch of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt, taking place 10-11 November 2026 at

Health Lifestyle UAE

Ministry of Health and Prevention launches ‘Bayan’ as unified national health data platform

News Editor 12/02/2026

Photo Credit: Khaleej Times The UAE has introduced a new national health intelligence platform, ‘Bayan’, designed to serve as a single, integrated source of verified health data across the country. Unveiled during the World Health Expo 2026 by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), the platform consolidates critical information that was previously dispersed across

Finance

UAE sees 65% surge in gold reserves for 2025, CBUAE data shows

Miguel Hadchity 12/02/2026

Photo Credit: CBUAE Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The Central Bank of the UAE recorded a substantial 64.93 percent increase in its gold reserves throughout 2025, with holdings reaching AED37.902 billion ($10.3 billion) by December’s end, according to the institution’s monthly statistical bulletin. statistical-bulletin-december-2025 This marks a significant rise from the

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Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announces Ramadan working hours for federal entities

News Editor 11/02/2026

Image Credit : Gulf News The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has confirmed the official working hours for ministries and federal government entities during the Holy Month of Ramadan. According to the announcement, federal employees will work from 9am to 2.30pm, Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, working hours will run from 9am to […]

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Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation shuts down 230 illegal recruitment accounts in 2025

News Editor 11/02/2026

The UAE has intensified its crackdown on illegal domestic worker recruitment services, shutting down 230 social media accounts in 2025 for operating without official licences. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) confirmed that the accounts were promoting domestic worker recruitment services without obtaining the required approvals. The closures were

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UAE to tighten food price checks during Ramadan 2026; violators face fines

News Editor 11/02/2026

As part of preparations for Ramadan 2026, the UAE Ministry of Economy has confirmed it will step up monitoring of food prices across the country, warning that retailers who breach pricing rules will face penalties. The move is aimed at safeguarding consumers during the holy month, when demand for essential food items typically rises. Abdullah […]

Finance

UAE strengthens tax transparency with new framework for international information exchange

Miguel Hadchity 11/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Cabinet Decision No. 209 of 2025, establishing a unified legislative framework for the Exchange of Information upon Request for tax purposes. According to the Emirates News Agency, this move reinforces the nation’s existing framework for international tax cooperation and […]