UAE art guide: 19 exhibitions to see, including show at Kalba Ice Factory

Several shows have opened across the country as the UAE art season enters full swing. Solos include Mohammed Al Mazrouei’s feverish portrayals of the human form, Mona Al Khaja’s impressionistic depictions of the UAE landscape, Ruba Salameh’s...

M'lore Bishop Dr Peter Paul Saldanha scheduled to visit Abu Dhabi for KCO Pearl Jubilee celebrations

Media Release Abu Dhabi, Oct 17: KCO is pleased to announce the maiden visit of Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore diocese, to Abu Dhabi to participate in the Pearl Jubilee Celebratons of KCO, marking 30 years of remarkable service,...

UAE-led firm plans Heriot-Watt campus in Saudi Arabia

SAUDI ARABIA-UNITED KINGDOM United Arab Emirates-led Almasar Alshamil Education, a subsidiary of DFM-listed Amanat Holdings, announced on Tuesday 14 October it had signed a head of terms agreement with Scotland’s Heriot-Watt University to...

Wall Street Jr. Investments expands in Dubai to redefine wealth for the GCC

Wall Street Jr. Investments has announced the expansion of its wealth management operations in Dubai, driven by growing demand across the GCC for disciplined and transparent financial strategies. The firm, founded by former Wall Street...

New Year's Eve concert: John Legend to ring in 2026 at Abu Dhabi hotel

John Legend will usher in 2026 in Abu Dhabi with a gala concert at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. The US singer will perform on a purpose-built stage at the five-star hotel's Palace Terrace, overlooking the Abu Dhabi Corniche and Arabian Gulf....

Global AI Show returns to Abu Dhabi with AI:2031 summit

Abu Dhabi: The Global AI Show will return on December 8 and 9 at Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi, with its most ambitious edition yet, AI:2031: Accelerating Intelligent Futures. Organized by VAP Group in partnership with Times of AI, Global AI Show this...

UAE Announces New Category for Golden Visa: Secure 10-Year Residency Through Waqf Donations

UAE announced new Golden Visa for Waqf donors at GITEX GLOBAL 2025/Representative Image In a landmark initiative that underscores the UAE’s growing emphasis on humanitarianism and social sustainability, the country has announced that donors to...

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi advances breast cancer care

Breast cancer remains one of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Globally, one in eight women will be diagnosed with the disease in her lifetime. The World Health Organisation estimates that it is the second most common cancer...

Dubai Global Village Rules: What Every Visitor Should Know Before Entering?

10People all across the globe gets their flight to Dubai to specially attend Dubai Global Village rules, it’s not just an event it’s an amalgamation of different cultures, traditional cuisine, and entertainment come together. From fun carnival...

UAE Presidential Rain Prayer to Occur Nationwide This Friday

3October 17, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The UAE Presidential Rain Prayer, which is a crucial prayer for rain, will be observed in religious institutions across the country this week. It will follow the directions from the President of the nation....

Reform’s Dubai obsession shows they want to slash rights, not immigration

NIGEL FARAGE claims he wants to reduce the number of migrants. But his plan is modelled on Dubai, a country where migrants do all the work but have very few rights. Like many right-wing politicians, Farage wants to reduce migrants’ rights more...

AI Planet, InfoDrive invest $3M to drive AI transformation in UAE

AI Planet has announced a strategic $3 million joint venture with InfoDrive Analytics to fast-track digital and AI transformation in the Middle East. The partnership marks AI Planet’s first official presence in the UAE, building on its established...

Dubai Airports pledges to make DXB the world’s most accessible airport by 2035

Dubai Airports announced the next phase of its accessibility strategy, a renewed 10-year commitment to transform both Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) into the world’s most accessible and inclusive...

Dubai’s Startup Push Finds Strong Ally in Indian Founders

SUMMARY While Dubai trails established ecosystems like the US, China, and India, its pro-business laws and investor-friendly policies are attracting a growing number of founders The DIFC Innovation Hub serves as a regional innovation community...

Dubai's Rising Role in the Global Private Capital Landscape

Private capital is undergoing a profound transformation. Once a niche allocation, it has now become a core component of institutional and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) portfolios. With public markets offering compressed returns and heightened...

UAE Golden Visa: Benefits, requirements and all you need to know

The United Arab Emirates is becoming a top choice for entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from around the world. Its location makes it easy to connect with Europe, Asia, and Africa. There is no personal income tax, and the country offers...

Dubai glitters ahead of Diwali, Indian woman’s video captures festive spirit. Watch

With Diwali just around the corner, festive excitement is lighting up not only India but also the heart of Dubai. An Indian woman living in the city, Nikita Pancholi, recently captured the dazzling preparations in a video that has now gone viral....

UAE Dirham Slightly Drops to 76.53 PKR, Benefits Pakistani Expats

Published on: October 17, 2025 2:20 PM ISLAMABAD – The UAE Dirham (AED) fell slightly to 76.53 PKR on October 16, 2025, down 0.02 PKR from yesterday’s 76.55 PKR, according to financial sources. The Dirham’s value is tied to the US Dollar at 3.6725...

Abu Dhabi’s $33bn 'investment powerhouse' seeks aggressive growth, says Mariam Almheiri

2PointZero, the Dh120 billion ($33 billion) group being created through the merger of three Abu Dhabi companies, is seeking growth through plans to invest in markets across Asia, Africa and Europe. Mariam Almheiri, Head of the International...

UAE’s job market hits all-time high with 9.4 million workers and 1.9% unemployment rate

UAE’s booming labour market hits record 9.4m workforce, showcasing economic strength and ultra-low unemployment rates in 2025 / AI-generated Image for illustrative purposes only The UAE’s labour market is thriving, with a record 9.4 million...