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UAE launches ICAS, cutting international judicial cooperation time to minutes

News Editor 27/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM The UAE’s Ministry of Justice has launched the International Cooperation Administration System (ICAS), a fully digital platform that reduces the time needed to exchange international cooperation requests from three to seven days to just five minutes. The new system eliminates

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UAE media delegation to visit Kuwait in February

News Editor 27/01/2026

Image Credit : Dubai Media Office A high-level UAE media delegation will visit Kuwait in early February as part of a cultural and professional exchange celebrating the strong and longstanding ties between the two countries. The visit follows the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and is held under the patronage […]

Events UAE

Global Blockchain Show Abu Dhabi 2025 Concludes as a Landmark Gathering Shaping the Future of Web3 and Digital Economies

News Editor 27/01/2026

Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Global Blockchain Show Abu Dhabi 2025, which was organized by VAP Group and powered by Times of Blockchain, held from December 10-11, 2025, at Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi, achieved the goal of being a leading platform that influences the worldwide blockchain and Web3 ecosystem in the Middle East region. The […]

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Cancer Run™ 2026 attempts The Guinness World Records™ title for the Most Nationalities in a Cancer Awareness run event

News Desk 27/01/2026

Cancer Run™ presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and organised by Plan b Group is attempting Guinness World Records™ title for Most Nationalities in a Cancer Awareness Run Event at its Abu Dhabi edition scheduled to be held on February 1, 2026.   Scheduled for February 1 at Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi and February […]

Corporate

Dubai launches B2B digital drive to empower SMEs through new Tradeling partnership

Miguel Hadchity 27/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Dubai has expanded its Dubai Traders initiative into the business-to-business digital arena through a strategic partnership with Tradeling, the MENA region’s largest B2B digital marketplace. The collaboration, formed between the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, Dubai Chambers, and the Tradeling platform, aims to

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Ajman establishes Rental Dispute Resolution Centre under new law

News Editor 26/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM AJMAN, January 26, 2026 His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has issued Law No. (1) of 2026 to establish the Rental Dispute Resolution Centre in the emirate, replacing the existing rental disputes committee. The new law is designed to strengthen the legislative […]

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Dubai Police brings next-generation automation to forensic laboratories

News Editor 26/01/2026

Image Credit : Dubai Police Dubai Police has signed a memorandum of understanding with global laboratory technology firm Eppendorf to advance the automation of forensic laboratories and strengthen scientific capabilities that support the justice system. The agreement was signed at the General Department of Forensic Sciences and Criminology by Major General Ahmad Thani bin

Travel UAE

Dubai Metro Rules and Fines Explained

Seif Kamel 26/01/2026

Guide to Dubai’s metro rules and fines Travelers and new residents in Dubai get to change their lifestyle staying in a new city and a whole novel community. There are several things they have to learn in terms of cultural aspects, regulations, and rules.  Transportation represents one of the major means of life. The Dubai […]

Events Tech

Africa & Middle East Reinforces US$1.5 Trillion AI Ambitions as Egypt Hosts the Year’s First All-AI Industry Summit & Showcase

News Desk 26/01/2026

Region’s fast-scaling AI economies enter global spotlight at Ai Everything Middle East & Africa (MEA) Egypt, 11-12 Feb 2026 Egypt ranks first in Africa for Government AI Readiness and third in Arab region for AI Resilience  Dubai, UAE – 26 January 2026: Egypt is once again at the center of Africa’s AI momentum as international […]

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UAE, Qatar–US flights disrupted as severe winter storm causes delays and cancellations

News Editor 26/01/2026

Photo Credit: X Dubai: Air travel between the UAE, Qatar and the United States continues to face significant disruption as a powerful winter storm impacts the US East Coast, forcing airport closures, widespread delays and flight cancellations on key transatlantic routes. There were signs of gradual improvement on Monday after the storm moved out of […]

Real Estate

Sharjah’s diverse coastline fuels boom in waterfront property transactions

Miguel Hadchity 26/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Emirate of Sharjah is experiencing a major surge in waterfront property transactions, a trend driven by its unique geography featuring coastlines on both the Arabian Gulf and the Indian Ocean, as well as internal lakes and waterways. This natural diversity has significantly increased the appeal […]

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Ministry of Defence Coding Challenge wraps up at UMEX and SimTEX 2026

News Editor 23/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM The Ministry of Defence (MoD) Coding Challenge has successfully concluded alongside the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs and Chairman of the Smart […]

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Metal Park launched as world’s first AED430 million pay-as-you-grow metals ecosystem in KEZAD

News Editor 23/01/2026

Image Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi has launched Metal Park, the world’s first pay-as-you-grow metals ecosystem, marking a major shift in how downstream metals businesses access industrial infrastructure and logistics. The AED430 million development was unveiled by Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group in the presence of Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of […]

Transport UAE

Sharjah public parking grace period explained: What drivers should know

News Editor 23/01/2026

Photo Credit: Gulf News Motorists in Sharjah who need to make a quick stop for groceries, medicines or other short errands may not need to pay for a full hour of parking. Sharjah Municipality has clarified that a 10-minute grace period applies across public parking spaces in the emirate. The confirmation was shared by Sharjah […]

Events

Khalifa University President showcases climate leadership at World Economic Forum in Davos

Miguel Hadchity 23/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — At the 2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Khalifa University of Science and Technology President, Ebrahim Al Hajri, presented the institution’s comprehensive strategy and achievements in climate action and sustainability. His participation underscored the university’s rising international profile as a research-intensive

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Tata Projects appointed EPC partner for SAF One Middle East sustainable aviation fuel project

News Editor 22/01/2026

Image Credit : Tata Projects Limited has been appointed as the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) partner for a new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project in the Middle East, being developed by SAF One Energy Management Limited. The HEFA-based (Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids) facility will convert used cooking oil and other waste oils and […]

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Natural parks across UAE emerge as investment hubs for entrepreneurs

News Editor 22/01/2026

Image Credit: WAM The UAE is strengthening its focus on parks and green spaces as a central pillar of its sustainability strategy and quality-of-life agenda, with natural parks increasingly positioned as engines for economic activity, entrepreneurship, and private-sector investment. National initiatives aimed at expanding urban greenery, increasing tree cover, and

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Sheikh Mohammed launches District IO, targeting Dh103bn boost to UAE GDP over next decade

News Editor 22/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai’s economic growth agenda took a major step forward on Thursday as Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched District IO, a new economic district designed to accelerate innovation and support emerging sectors of the economy. Unveiled at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the project is expected to contribute more than Dh103 billion to […]

Events

Record turnout at Aviation Career Fair highlights sector’s future and new research award

Miguel Hadchity 22/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The “Promising Future” Career Fair in Civil Aviation opened on Wednesday at Dubai’s Etihad Museum with an unprecedented registration of over 13,000 students and job seekers. Organised by the General Civil Aviation Authority, the two-day event brings together 27 government entities, airlines, manufacturers, and academic

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Calidus, Hameem Technologies and Aergility partner to produce VTOL unmanned aircraft in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 21/01/2026

Calidus Holding Group has announced a strategic partnership with Hameem Technologies and Aergility to jointly develop and manufacture two unmanned vertical take-off and landing aircraft, ALRASID and ALTARESH, strengthening the UAE’s national aerospace and defence capabilities. The VTOL platforms are designed to support intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance