Lifestyle Travel UAE

Ultimate Travel Guide to Meena Bazaar Dubai for Tourists and Shoppers

Saba Malik 16/05/2026

In the heart of Bur Dubai, Meena Bazaar stands as a busy marketplace and a favourite shopping destination for both residents and visitors in the United Arab Emirates. Known across the world for Cheap Shopping In Bur Dubai, this old market blends traditional Indian textiles, jewellery, apparel,

Economy

Sheikh Khaled Reviews ADNOC Growth Projects, Urges Faster Delivery of Fujairah Export Pipeline

News Editor 15/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan chaired a meeting of the Executive Committee of the ADNOC Board of Directors at the company’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, where senior officials reviewed major energy and industrial expansion projects aimed at strengthening the UAE’s global energy position. During the meeting, Sheikh […]

Energy

Mubadala Energy backs $9.75bn commonwealth LNG project in Louisiana, US

Miguel Hadchity 15/05/2026

Image Credit: WAM UAE — May 2026 — Abu Dhabi-based international energy company Mubadala Energy has announced that Caturus LLC has reached a Final Investment Decision for the Commonwealth LNG project, including the successful financial close of the $9.75 billion initiative to build a liquefied natural gas export facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, with an export

Aviation

Emirates expands free Starlink WiFi service across global routes

News Editor 15/05/2026

Photo Credit : Emirates Emirates has expanded its free Starlink-powered onboard WiFi service to more destinations across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas as part of a major connectivity upgrade across its fleet. The Dubai-based carrier announced on Friday that 33 aircraft are now equipped with the satellite-based internet system as […]

Kuwait Travel

Kuwait expands digital services with online domestic driver visa system

News Editor 14/05/2026

Photo Credit : Sahel Kuwait has introduced a new electronic service that allows citizens to issue entry visas for new domestic drivers through the government’s unified Sahel application, eliminating the need to visit service centres in person. The initiative, launched by the Ministry of Interior, forms part of the country’s wider digital transformation strategy aimed […]

Banking

Arada Secures $100 Million Sustainability-Linked Financing From FAB

News Editor 14/05/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — Master developer Arada has secured its first sustainability-linked financing facility worth $100 million from First Abu Dhabi Bank, with the agreement backed by Italy’s export credit agency SACE. The five-year Shariah-compliant financing facility will support Arada’s general corporate operations and ongoing development projects across its

Business

MBRAH launches new industrial and maintenance complex at Dubai South

News Editor 14/05/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub has announced the launch of its new Light Industrial and Maintenance Complex, a major development aimed at supporting the growing demands of the aviation and aerospace sectors in Dubai. The new facility, located within Dubai South, will cover 24,900 square metres and feature 33 purpose-built units designed […]

Corporate

EDGE Group acquires controlling stake in Italian propulsion specialist CMD

Miguel Hadchity 14/05/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — Abu Dhabi-based defense technology conglomerate EDGE Group has signed an agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Italian firm Costruzioni Motori Diesel S.p.A., marking a significant expansion of the group’s European industrial footprint. The signing ceremony took place at CMD’s facility in Atella, in the Basilicata

Business Economy Finance Law UAE

UAE VAT Rules: What Businesses Must Know

Saba Malik 13/05/2026

For many small business owners in the UAE, one of the biggest responsibilities after 2018 has been learning how VAT works and why proper tax compliance matters for businesses of all sizes. In the United Arab Emirates, value-added tax may still feel relatively new to some companies, but with 2024 seeing nearly 79,400 registration applications, […]

Arts & Culture

Dubai Press Club launches third phase of content creators programme with Dubai Culture

News Editor 13/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Press Club, in partnership with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has launched the third phase of the ‘Dubai Content Creators Programme’, aimed at strengthening cultural and creative digital content that reflects Dubai’s identity, heritage, and evolving cultural landscape. The latest phase of the initiative seeks to support emerging media talent

Economy

EMSTEEL posts strong Q1 2026 results with AED2.2bn revenue and sharp profit growth

News Editor 13/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi-based EMSTEEL reported revenue of AED2.2 billion for the first quarter of 2026, maintaining performance levels broadly in line with the same period last year while delivering a significant rise in profitability. The company announced EBITDA of AED483 million for Q1 2026, marking an 82 percent year-on-year increase. EBITDA margin […]

Tech UAE

UAE launches ‘Cyber Factory’ to strengthen digital sovereignty

News Editor 13/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), in partnership with CPX Holding, has launched the “UAE Cyber Factory,” a new national initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s cyber resilience, digital sovereignty, and leadership in advanced cybersecurity technologies. The announcement comes as cyber threats continue to grow in frequency and sophistication,

Logistics

Abu Dhabi Ports Group posts strong Q1 2026 results amid regional challenges

Miguel Hadchity 13/05/2026

Photo Credit: AD Ports Group Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — Abu Dhabi Ports Group reported robust financial performance in the first quarter of 2026, with revenues climbing 25 percent year-on-year to AED 5.75 billion ($1.56 billion), driven by organic growth across its maritime, shipping, and economic cities divisions. According to the Emirates News Agency, Group […]

Health

Abu Dhabi health leaders praise nurses’ role in shaping future-ready healthcare

News Editor 12/05/2026

Photo Credit  WAM Health leaders in Abu Dhabi have highlighted the critical role nurses play in strengthening the healthcare sector, describing them as a driving force behind healthcare sustainability, patient wellbeing, and the adoption of advanced medical technologies. Marking International Nurses Day under the theme “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowering Nurses Saves

Arts & Culture Law Saudi Arabia Travel

Saudi Arabia Social Laws Tourists Should Know

Saba Malik 12/05/2026

For international visitors, the Saudi Visa Online platform has made simpler travel to Saudi Arabia much easier through an online Saudi Arabia visa, an electronic travel authorization, and an electronic permit designed for travel purposes and business purposes. The Saudi e-Visa and Saudi e-Visa Application are part of the launch of the new e-Visa system, […]

Health

UAE becomes first country to approve breakthrough treatment for uncontrolled hypertension

News Editor 12/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — The UAE has become the first country in the world to approve a new treatment for uncontrolled hypertension, marking a major step forward in cardiovascular care and pharmaceutical innovation. According to the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), the authority has approved Baxfendy, a new medicine developed […]

Events

Economy Middle East Summit 2026 returns to Abu Dhabi for third edition

Miguel Hadchity 12/05/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — May 2026 — Economy Middle East has announced the return of its flagship economic event, the Economy Middle East Summit 2026, held in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market. The third edition of the summit is set to cement its standing as a premier platform for development dialogue, bringing […]

Economy

Dubai Chambers to Hold China Business Forum in Shenzhen This October

News Editor 12/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Chambers has announced that the next edition of the Dubai Business Forum – China will be held in Shenzhen on October 14, 2026, under the theme “Momentum at Scale: Accelerating Shared Success.” The event is set to bring together senior business leaders, investors, multinational companies, technology firms, and venture capitalists […]

Finance

UAE advances eInvoicing rollout with second awareness event for businesses

News Editor 11/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Finance has stepped up preparations for the nationwide implementation of its electronic invoicing system by hosting the second awareness event on the country’s eInvoicing framework, aimed at guiding businesses through the transition to a fully digital invoicing ecosystem. Organised in collaboration with the Federal Tax Authority and

Education UAE

Dubai Media Council launches 2026–2027 Mohammed bin Rashid Scholarship for Emirati media students

News Editor 11/05/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Media Council has opened applications for the 2026–2027 edition of the Mohammed bin Rashid Scholarship for Emirati Media Students, offering fully funded undergraduate opportunities for outstanding Emirati students at American University in Dubai. The scholarship initiative reflects Dubai’s commitment to preparing a new generation of Emirati media