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Kuwait Refutes Reports on Residency Amendments for Family Visa Violators

News Desk 29/09/2025

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has categorically denied claims that family visa violators are being permitted to amend their residency status under Article 22 of the country’s residency law. In a statement released on its official X account, the ministry dismissed the reports as “completely

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UAE Expands Visa Framework with New Categories for AI Experts, Cruise Workers, and Humanitarian Cases

News Desk 29/09/2025

The UAE has announced sweeping updates to its entry visa system, introducing new categories designed to meet the country’s evolving social and economic needs. The amendments, revealed on Monday (September 29) by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), add flexibility for residents, professionals, and visitors across key industries.

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RTA, Emaar and Al-Futtaim Join Forces to Build Dubai’s First Autonomous Transport Zone

News Desk 26/09/2025

UAE  Dubai is accelerating its push toward becoming a global leader in driverless mobility with two landmark agreements signed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) with Emaar Properties and Al-Futtaim. The partnerships will transform Dubai Festival City and Creek Harbour into the emirate’s first Autonomous Transport Zone, serving as testbeds for cutting-edge

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UAE Launches Dh750 Million Emirates Road Upgrade to Transform Federal Highway Network

News Desk 26/09/2025

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has kicked off a major Dh750 million project to upgrade Emirates Road, one of the UAE’s busiest highways, in a two-year development plan aimed at easing congestion and creating a smarter, more sustainable transport network. As part of the federal government’s wider strategy to modernise its road system, the […]

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UAE Pavilion at Expo Osaka Welcomes 4 Million Visitors with Cultural Celebration

News Desk 26/09/2025

Image Credit: Emirates News Agency The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has crossed a major milestone, greeting its four millionth visitor since opening earlier this year. The achievement reinforces the pavilion’s status as one of the most visited attractions at the global showcase. The announcement comes just days after the UAE marked its […]

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Dubai Strengthens Higher Education Through New KHDA TECOM Partnership

News Desk 25/09/2025

Photo: Dubai Media Office The emirate has taken another step toward cementing its global reputation as a hub for learning and innovation with a landmark agreement between the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and TECOM Group’s education clusters Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park. The partnership, signed during The Knowledge Assembly

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Emirati Teen Drifter Khalifa Al Falasi to Represent UAE on Global Stage

News Desk 25/09/2025

Image Credit: Afra Alnofeli At just 17 years old, Emirati drifting prodigy Khalifa Al Falasi is set to make history as the youngest driver and the first Emirati to compete at the FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup this October in Riga, Latvia. The milestone not only highlights Khalifa’s rapid rise in motorsport but also reflects the […]

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Kuwait Dissolves Roads Authority, Refers Officials to Disciplinary Court

News Desk 25/09/2025

Image Credit: AFP Kuwait has disbanded its Public Authority for Roads and Land Transport and referred several of its current and former officials to the State Audit Bureau’s disciplinary court over alleged financial irregularities, local daily Al Qabas reported on Wednesday. Minister of Public Works, Dr. Noura Mohammed Al Mashaan, confirmed that the referrals followed […]

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Sharjah Students Embark on Practical Scientific Research Journey

News Desk 24/09/2025

Sharjah: Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL), in partnership with the Universities of Sharjah, Kalba, and Khorfakkan, has launched the Scientific Research Incubator, a new initiative designed to give school students hands-on experience in academic research. The programme, unveiled during the seventh annual Majors Discipline Exhibition, targets secondary school students from

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Dubai Sports Council Launches Logo Design Contest With Dh100,000 Prize

News Desk 23/09/2025

Image Credit: Gemini The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has launched a nationwide competition inviting residents across the UAE to design its new official logo, with the winning entry set to receive a prize of Dh100,000. The initiative is open to professional designers, students, and creative enthusiasts alike, offering a rare chance to contribute to Dubai’s […]

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Abu Dhabi Unveils First Floating Hotel at Yas Marina

News Desk 23/09/2025

The UAE capital has welcomed its first-ever floating hotel with the launch of the Orchid Overnight Superyacht, now permanently moored at Yas Marina. Operated by Dutch Oriental Megayachts, the luxury vessel brings a new dimension to hospitality in Abu Dhabi by offering overnight stays on the water. The superyacht features 31 rooms, including 24 standard […]

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Nesto Owners to Launch 8 New Mark & Save Stores Across GCC Within Six Months

News Desk 23/09/2025

Western International Group, the parent company of Nesto hypermarkets, is accelerating the regional growth of its value retail chain Mark & Save with plans to open eight new hypermarkets in the GCC over the next six months. The group has not yet disclosed the exact locations of the new outlets. The announcement comes as Mark […]

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UAE to Host World’s Largest Media, Content and Entertainment Gathering BRIDGE Summit 2025

News Desk 22/09/2025

Image Credit: WAM The UAE National Media Office (NMO) has unveiled plans for the BRIDGE Summit, a landmark event set to become the world’s largest platform dedicated to media, content, and entertainment. The inaugural edition will take place from December 8 to 10, 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), welcoming over 60,000 […]

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Saudi Arabia Civil Defence Issues Weather Alert: Flash Floods, Hail and Strong Winds Expected

News Desk 22/09/2025

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defence has issued a nationwide weather alert, urging residents to exercise caution as unstable weather conditions intensify across the Kingdom. Thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall are forecast to continue through Thursday, with meteorologists warning of heightened risks in several regions. The Mecca region, in

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Saudi Arabia to Celebrate 95th National Day with Fireworks, Air and Naval Shows Across 14 Cities

News Desk 22/09/2025

Saudi Arabia is set to mark its 95th National Day on Tuesday with a six-day programme of spectacular festivities spanning 14 cities, featuring fireworks, air and naval displays, parades, and cultural events that showcase the Kingdom’s heritage and identity. The annual occasion commemorates the 1932 decree by the Kingdom’s founder, King Abdulaziz Al Saud, uniting […]

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Tax Transparency Seen as Key to Unlocking UAE SME Financing

News Desk 19/09/2025

Dubai: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are widely regarded as the backbone of the UAE economy. Representing 94 per cent of all registered companies and employing 86 per cent of the private sector workforce, they span traditional trading shops, family-owned businesses, and innovative tech start-ups  all driving the nation’s growth story. Yet, despite this critical

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Abu Dhabi Announces Weekend Road Closures on E12 Toward Saadiyat Island

News Desk 19/09/2025

Abu Dhabi: Motorists are being urged to brace for delays this weekend as Abu Dhabi Mobility confirmed a temporary partial closure of Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Road (E12) in the direction of Saadiyat Island. The works will be carried out in two phases. The first phase will see the closure of three left […]

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UAE Launches Open Call for Designers to Create 54th Eid Al Etihad Merchandise

PR News Desk 19/09/2025

The Eid Al Etihad Team has announced an open invitation for artists, designers, and creative businesses across the UAE to contribute to the official merchandise collection for the nation’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration, taking place on December 2. Launched under the banner of the “Year of Community”, the initiative aims to spotlight the country’s […]

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JD Malat Gallery Dubai Launches ‘Made in the UAE’ to Spotlight Emerging Artists

News Desk 18/09/2025

Dubai, UAE: JD Malat Gallery Dubai has announced the launch of Made in the UAE, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide a platform for emerging contemporary artists across the Emirates. The project is designed to nurture talent and highlight the diversity of the UAE art scene, while connecting local creativity with global audiences. Open to […]

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Dubai to Host The Music Run 2025: Fitness Meets Festival Vibes at Meydan

News Desk 18/09/2025

Image Credit: ALONGX Dubai is gearing up for one of its most high-energy fitness events of the year as The Music Run returns on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the iconic Meydan Racecourse. Known as the world’s most vibrant 5km fun run, the event blends fitness, music, and festival vibes, making it more than just […]