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UAE Labour Market Hits Record with 9.4 Million Workers
14October 19, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The UAE job market has been shifting gradually upward. Recent data tells that the UAE labour market now includes around 9.4 million people in its workforce. That’s a huge number of working-age individuals engaged...

Dubai to Host Gitex TechCation 2026, Showcasing Global Technology and Innovation
A Landmark Technology Event in Dubai In December 2026, Dubai is set to host Gitex TechCation, a landmark international event that aims to redefine the landscape of technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence. Scheduled for December 7–11,...

Dubai Real Estate Sees $4 Billion in Transactions, Highlights $42 Million Apartment Sale
Overview of Dubai’s Real Estate Transactions The Dubai real estate market showcased robust activity last week, with transaction values reaching AED14.64 billion (approximately $4 billion), as reported by the Land Department. This significant...

Dubai Implements New Rules for Delivery Bikes to Reduce High-Speed Accidents
Effective November 1, 2025, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in conjunction with Dubai Police will enforce new regulations banning delivery motorcycles from high-speed lanes in an effort to enhance road safety. This initiative aims to...


Dubai unveils new AI initiatives to accelerate digital innovation
Dubai: Dubai has announced a series of ambitious AI initiatives and projects aimed at accelerating the city’s digital transformation and strengthening its position as a global hub for innovation. The new initiatives, approved under the directives...

World News | SCI Contributes to Preparing UAE Humanitarian Ship to Gaza
Sharjah [UAE], October 20 (ANI): The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has participated in preparing the contents of the "UAE Humanitarian Ship" bound for Gaza from Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, as part of the UAE's ongoing 'Operation Chivalrous...

What Dubai tenants should know before renewing in 2026
That demand is no longer uniform across the city. “As more new supply enters the market in areas like Meydan and JVC, rental growth will become more segmented, with premium, newer projects outperforming older stock,” Antic said. “The overall...

Eric Cantona Urged to Lead Manchester United Takeover by UAE Consortium
Emirati Consortium Approaches Iconic Players Eric Cantona has been approached by a consortium of investors based in the United Arab Emirates to serve as an ambassador for their prospective bid to acquire Manchester United. Wayne Rooney and David...

Allen-sama: Japan’s “FlopTok” Icon?【A Guide to Japanese Meme Culture】
October 20, 2025 Allen-sama: Japan’s “FlopTok” Icon?【A Guide to Japanese Meme Culture】 Grant citizenship of Floptropica to this diva! By Takeshi Dylan Sadachi Who is アレン様 (Allen-sama)? From Allen-sama’s first book (©KADOKAWA / Photo by Yoshinobu...

UAE faces 200,000 daily cyberattacks; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah most targeted
The UAE faces more than 200,000 cyberattacks every day, with three emirates – Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah – facing nearly 60 per cent of these attacks. While giving presentation at the Gitex Global 2025 on Thursday, data by Dr Mohammed Al...
SCI contributes to preparing UAE humanitarian ship to Gaza
Sharjah [UAE], October 20 (ANI): The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has participated in preparing the contents of the "UAE Humanitarian Ship" bound for Gaza from Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, as part of the UAE's ongoing 'Operation Chivalrous...

Trump taps Detroit entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who boosted Muslim turnout, as special envoy to Iraq
David Asman interviews Fox News senior strategic analyst Ret. Gen. Jack Keane. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump on Sunday named Detroit-area entrepreneur Mark Savaya, who helped boost Muslim American turnout for...

UAE's Digital Payments Boom Gets A Boost With Network Internationalmagnati Merger
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) As the UAE accelerates its journey toward a cashless economy, the recent merger between Network International and Magnati marks a pivotal moment in the region's digital payments evolution. The union of these two major...

New rules in Dubai: Delivery riders barred from fast lanes starting November
Image credit: RTA/Website Dubai is embarking on a major overhaul of its transport regulations and service standards, reflecting its long-term vision for safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility. In a joint move, Dubai’s Roads and Transport...
Multiply Group’s Emirates Driving Company concludes strategic investment in Mwasalat Holding
ABU DHABI – Multiply Group (ADX: MULTIPLY), the Abu Dhabi-based investment holding company that invests in and operates businesses globally, announced today that its subsidiary Emirates Driving Company (ADX: DRIVE), has formally closed a...

UAE Lottery Names First $27 Million Jackpot Winner
Landmark Win in UAE Lottery The UAE Lottery has celebrated a significant milestone with its first AED100 million ($27.2 million) jackpot winner. This remarkable event occurred when a single ticket successfully matched all six drawn numbers, along...

How Abu Dhabi's first KFC heralded fast-food revolution
It was the most talked about opening of the year; a new restaurant had arrived in Abu Dhabi. Its name and the taste of its secret blend of 11 herbs and spices was on everyone’s lips: Kentucky Fried Chicken. The arrival of Colonel Sanders and KFC...

Filipino String Ensemble regales audiences in Abu Dhabi
Filipinos have been recognised for their musicality. Over in the capital is an emerging ensemble that for now resembles a rondalla, with the hope that one day, it would be. Sextet for now and on the look-out for those who know how to play the...

11th Pre-Owned Boat Show in Dubai to kick off with yachts, boats worth over AED200 million on display
The 11th edition of The Pre-Owned Boat Show in Dubai is all set to take place at Dubai Creek Marina from October 31st to November 2nd, 2025, under the theme “A Boat for Everyone.” More than 50 local, regional, and international brands will take...