Photo Credit: Dubai Airports Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Dubai Airports is expanding its flagship ‘Red Carpet’ biometric service to the arrivals hall at Terminal 3, the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Majed Al Joker, announced. The move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the traveler
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Photo Credit: X / ajmanpoliceghq Ajman Police have opened a new nursery for the children of female inmates at the Punitive and Correctional Institution, introducing an initiative focused on support, care and rehabilitation. The facility was inaugurated by Brigadier General Khalid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Ajman Police, alongside Colonel Mohammad
Photo Credit: @rakpoliceghq Ras Al Khaimah will close a main road on Thursday, November 20, to make way for rehearsals ahead of the emirate’s celebrations for the 54th National Day (Eid Al Etihad). According to the Ras Al Khaimah Police General Command, the road leading to Qawasim Corniche will be closed from 8.30 am to […]
Photo Credit: @HHAhmedBinSaeed Emirates and ENOC Group have taken a major step toward expanding the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the UAE, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to explore how SAF can be supplied at scale for Emirates flights operating out of Dubai. The agreement, announced during the Dubai Airshow, brings together the UAE’s […]
Photo Credit: Shutterstock Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — A new era of global finance is being shaped by a rising generation of financial cities, including Dubai, Milan, and Shenzhen, which are leveraging innovative models to attract capital, talent, and enterprises away from established hubs. This shift is a central finding of the sixth edition […]
Photo Credit: Shutterstock UAE residents can now transfer money in as little as 10 seconds using nothing more than a phone number. No account details, no IBAN, and no paperwork. The service comes through Aani, the country’s instant payments platform launched by Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE, […]
Photo Credit: AFP With the UAE confirming a long weekend to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad, many residents are already planning a quick getaway. December 1 and 2 have been declared paid holidays for both public and private sectors, giving everyone a four-day break before work resumes on December 3. For those looking to […]
Sharjah has introduced a new assistance scheme aimed at boosting social and economic stability for Emirati families, following directives from Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The decision was announced during the Executive Council meeting on Tuesday, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan […]
Photo Credit: Miguel Hadchity Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Qatar’s residential market enjoyed double-digit annual increases in both the value and volume of transactions in the third quarter of 2025, but marked slower activity during the period. According to the autumn edition of the Qatar Real Estate Market Review from global property consultancy Knight […]
Photo Credit: Dubai Police Dubai Police has added a new global achievement to its name after a drone developed by its Unmanned Aerial Systems Center set a Guinness World Record as the world’s fastest drone, clocking an impressive 580 km/h. The record reflects the force’s ongoing push to advance drone research and integrate next-generation technology […]
Emirates has confirmed it will offer free high-speed Starlink WiFi on all its in-service aircraft, with the rollout beginning in November 2025 and completing by mid-2027. The programme starts with the Boeing 777 fleet, while installations on the Airbus A380 will begin in February 2026. The first Starlink-equipped aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER (A6-EPF), is currently […]
The UAE has confirmed a four-day long weekend for government employees as the nation prepares to celebrate Eid Al Etihad, the new name for National Day. Public sector workers will receive paid holidays on Monday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 2. Regular working hours will resume on Wednesday, December 3. When combined with the weekend, […]
Photo Credit: x/@Airbus Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Airbus has unveiled its Global Market Forecast 2025, spotlighting the Middle East as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation regions for the next two decades. The data comes as the Dubai Air Show prepares to kick off, running until 21 November at the mega-hub of Dubai […]
In a city where even a coffee date can feel like a celebration, gifting has become an art form — and flowers are leading the renaissance. But not just any flowers. Across Dubai’s skyline neighborhoods, there’s a quiet buzz around Sentiments, the luxury flower studio redefining how people say thank you, I’m sorry, or simply […]
Photo: Instagram/Sharjah Police Sharjah: A major fire erupted at an animal feed facility in Al Dhaid on Thursday morning, sending thick smoke over the area and prompting an extensive emergency response. According to Sharjah Civil Defence, the blaze started around 11am and quickly spread through the facility. Firefighters from multiple units were deployed to contain […]
Image Credit : Instagram/ beast land Riyadh: The launch of Beast Land drew huge crowds as global YouTube star MrBeast made a surprise appearance, sparking cheers, selfies and a wave of excitement across the venue. His arrival, shared widely on Instagram, set the tone for an opening filled with drone shows, fireworks and a full […]
Jaywalking remains one of the leading causes of pedestrian accidents in the UAE, and authorities are tightening enforcement to curb the rising number of violations. In January 2024 alone, Dubai Police recorded almost 44,000 jaywalking cases, while eight people died in run-over incidents. What may seem like a quick shortcut across the road is now […]
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — In a significant milestone for the emirate and the wider UAE, Abu Dhabi has been selected to host the 19th edition of the World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention in October 2027, as announced at a press conference at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The event, which will be […]
UAE Pass to Introduce Dh80 Feature Allowing Secure Credit Score Checks for Rentals and Private Deals
Image Credit : WAM Verifying someone’s credit score is about to get a lot easier for UAE residents. Etihad Credit Bureau (ECB) is preparing to launch a new Dh80 consent-based feature through UAE Pass that will let individuals securely confirm another person’s credit score — a move expected to simplify everyday transactions such as renting […]
Image Credit : Dubai Chambers Dubai Chambers has expanded its global footprint with the opening of its first office in New York City, a move aimed at strengthening economic and investment ties between the UAE and the United States. The announcement was made during the Dubai Business Forum–USA, reflecting Dubai’s ambition to position itself as […]





























