Dubai Police Issue Safety Alert for Households Across the Emirate

Dubai Police have issued an important public safety warning, urging residents to hire domestic workers, maids, cleaners, and temporary household staff only through licensed and government-approved agencies. The warning comes after several fraud and recruitment scam cases were reported across the UAE.   According to Dubai Police, many residents unknowingly hire workers through social media … Read more

Dubai Mallathon 2026: Thousands Join Dubai’s Biggest Summer Fitness Event

Dubai has officially launched the second edition of Dubai Mallathon 2026, a unique fitness initiative that transforms some of the city’s largest shopping malls into indoor walking and running tracks during the hot summer months. The event began on 15 June 2026 and will continue until 15 September 2026, giving residents and visitors three months … Read more

Dubai’s $55 Billion Mega Project: Emaar’s Biggest Dream Yet

Dubai’s real estate sector received one of its biggest announcements of 2026 when Emaar Properties revealed plans for a massive AED 200 billion ($55 billion) master-planned development in Dubai. The project is expected to accommodate around 150,000 residents, making it one of the largest urban developments ever announced in the emirate.   The development will … Read more

Mashriq Elite delivers Floarea Grande as it advances Dh1 Billion+ portfolio across five Dubai communities

Mashriq Elite Developments, a Dubai-based property developer, has reported significant construction progress across five residential developments in Dubai as it continues to advance a Dh1 billion+ portfolio comprising more than 1,000 residences across some of the emirate’s fastest-growing communities.  Over the past few months, the company has accelerated construction activity across its ongoing developments, including Floarea Grande in Arjan, Floarea Vista … Read more

Dubai Luxury Hotels Slash Prices as International Tourist Numbers Fall

Dubai’s luxury hospitality sector is experiencing an unusual shift in 2026. Hotels that are normally filled with international tourists are increasingly relying on UAE residents as foreign visitor numbers decline. In response, many five-star hotels across Dubai have launched aggressive staycation offers, discounts, complimentary upgrades, and special packages aimed specifically at local residents.   Why … Read more

UAE Announces Islamic New Year Holiday: Millions of Employees to Enjoy a Long Weekend

The United Arab Emirates has officially announced a nationwide public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 1448 AH. The announcement applies to both government employees and private-sector workers across all seven emirates, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain. The decision … Read more

Dubai Economy Continues to Grow Despite Global Challenges

Dubai’s economy continues to show strong growth in 2026 despite global economic uncertainty and regional geopolitical tensions. The emirate’s diversified economic model, which focuses on trade, tourism, finance, technology, logistics, and real estate, has helped maintain steady expansion even as many countries face slower growth. According to the latest economic indicators, Dubai’s GDP grew significantly … Read more

Dubai Harbour Bridge Nears Completion: A Major Infrastructure Milestone for Dubai

Dubai has long been recognized as a city that invests heavily in infrastructure to support its rapid growth, world-class tourism industry, and expanding population. The latest example of this commitment is the near-completion of the new Dubai Harbour Bridge project, which is expected to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Sheikh Zayed Road and … Read more

UAE Non-Oil Economy Continues to Grow Despite Regional Challenges

The United Arab Emirates has once again demonstrated the strength and resilience of its diversified economy, as the country’s non-oil private sector continued to expand during May 2026 despite regional tensions, supply-chain disruptions, and uncertainty surrounding trade routes in the Gulf. According to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), the UAE’s non-oil business … Read more

UAE Stock Markets Rise Despite Regional Tensions

The United Arab Emirates stock markets showed remarkable resilience this week as both Dubai and Abu Dhabi indexes closed higher despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region. Investors remained optimistic, focusing on strong corporate earnings, economic growth, and government-led diversification efforts rather than regional uncertainty. The positive performance came at a time when markets … Read more