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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

‘We’re in it for the long term’: Frieze chief reveals details of Abu Dhabi Art fair takeover

The announcement that Frieze will take over the existing Abu Dhabi Art (ADA) fair may have come as a surprise to some key players in the Gulf art scene but, according to Frieze’s chief executive Simon Fox, the plan was “considered for a reasonably...

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...

Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum to open on December 3

Image: Abu Dhabi Media Office/ WAM Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the UAE, will open to the public on December 3, 2025, in the Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi’s growing hub for world-class cultural institutions. The museum...

Department of Government Enablement and e& Partner to Launch Abu Dhabi Unified Government Data Centre to Power 40+ Government Entities

Located in Khalifa City, data centre will consolidate Abu Dhabi Government’s digital infrastructure with 99.982% uptime across 40+ entities Partnership reinforces Abu Dhabi’s long-term strategy to advance national development through secure,...

UAE Ministry partners with Core42 to drive digital education transformation

The UAE Ministry of Education has entered a new partnership with Core42, a leading company in advanced technological solutions, aiming to accelerate digital learning across the country. This collaboration marks a significant step in the UAE’s...

ADQCC launches new smart feature to enhance ‘Nutri-Mark’ initiative at GITEX

The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), in collaboration with TAMM, the digital platform under the Department of Government Enablement, has launched a new smart feature to enhance the “Nutri-Mark” initiative. The feature, available...

New Category for UAE Golden Visa: Waqf Donation Initiative Introduces 10-Year Residency

9October 19, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: UAE continues to grow and expand great opportunities for long-term residency with the introduction of a new category for UAE Golden Visa linked to charitable endowments. This initiative combines philanthropy with...

Carrefour’s decline abroad doesn’t match UAE success

UAE consumers confident Back in France, Carrefour’s CEO Alexandre Bompard has warned that political and economic uncertainty could push the French economy into recession as consumer spending slows. In contrast, the UAE’s retail sales are forecast...

SCI contributes to preparing 10th UAE humanitarian ship to Gaza

This comes under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The effort was carried out in cooperation with “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3,” aiming to assist 50,000 beneficiaries affected by the war and to help...

How to join Dubai’s 11th Pre-Owned Boat Show: Over 50 Boats, DJs, gourmet food, and more at Creek Marina

Dubai holds the 11th edition of the Pre-Owned Boat Show at Dubai Creek Marina, showcasing more than 50 yachts. Image: Dubai Creek Marina (WAM). Dubai gears up to host the much-awaited 11th edition of the Pre-Owned Boat Show at Dubai Creek Marina...

Tennis best friends Aryna Sabalenka and Paula Badosa reunite for Dubai date night - after Spaniard's difficult year saw her break up with Stefanos Tsitsipas

World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka is preparing for a tilt at the WTA Finals trophy in Riyadh - but still had time to fit in a mini-break with her closest friend in the sport, Paula Badosa. Sabalenka and Badosa have both described one another as their...

British architect claims Dubai government stole his eco-design and tried to lock him up

A British architect has claimed the Dubai government stole his eco-design and tried to lock him up. Baharash Bagherian, 43, said the emirate's landmark plans for a man-made reef, revealed at Cop28 in 2023, were based on his own idea. The...

UAE-based IHC acquires majority stake in Pakistan's First Women Bank Limited

IHC, a global investment company focused on building dynamic value networks, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the state-owned First Women Bank Limited (FWBL), based in Karachi, Pakistan, following a successful privatization...

UAE: Ocean awareness reaches classrooms with lessons on marine species, conservation

A new wave of ocean awareness is reaching UAE classrooms as an ocean education charity launches its interactive learning sessions across schools in Dubai. The initiative — backed by hotel chain Jumeirah and UK-based charity Ocean Generation — aims...