UAE's Gargash Calls for "New Mindset" and Direct Arab-Iran Dialogue as UN Week Opens
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, says Arab states should hold their own talks with Iran rather than leaving regional strategy to Tehran and Washington. His remarks come as Trump prepares to meet Gulf officials in New York and oil prices ease on hopes of diplomacy.
Dubai Declares 10 Days of Mourning After Death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Dubai has announced ten days of mourning after the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, aged 76, the youngest brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. UAE leaders have paid tribute to a figure whose work spanned public service, football and horse racing.
Abu Dhabi Widens Holiday Home Market by Allowing Tenants to Apply Under New Regulations
Abu Dhabi has updated its holiday home framework to allow tenants with landlord consent to apply for short-term rental licences, not just property owners. The move mirrors a similar shift in Dubai and is expected to broaden the emirate's fast-growing short-term rental sector.
GISEC Global 2026 Opens in Dubai as 25,000 Cybersecurity Experts Tackle the Age of AI-Driven Threats
GISEC Global 2026, the Middle East and Africa's largest cybersecurity event, has opened at Dubai Exhibition Centre. This year's 15th edition brings together over 25,000 professionals and 750 exhibitors under the theme "Cyber First: The New Digital Order."
Dubai Approves Dh3.5 Billion Fourth Corridor: New 12-Lane Motorway to Link Sharjah and Abu Dhabi
Dubai's Crown Prince has approved an 80km, 12-lane motorway connecting Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. The Dh3.5 billion first phase is expected to cut travel times by up to 60 percent once complete.
AWS Still Can't Restore Bahrain and UAE Cloud Facilities Six Months After Iranian Strikes
Amazon Web Services confirmed it remains unable to restore full service to its Bahrain region and one of its three UAE availability zones, more than six months after Iranian drone and missile strikes caused structural damage during the early phase of the regional conflict.
Saudi Arabia Declares Mecca Security a 'Red Line' After Intercepting Houthi Drone
Saudi Arabia's air defences intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca on Tuesday evening, prompting the Saudi-led coalition to declare the safety of Islam's holiest sites a "red line." The Houthis denied targeting the city, as the incident deepens an already volatile regional security picture.
Al Ain Host Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in AFC Champions League Elite Opener at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium
UAE Pro League champions Al Ain welcome Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr tonight at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in the opening match of the 2026-27 AFC Champions League Elite. Al Nassr arrive in strong domestic form, while Al Ain look to make home advantage count.
UAE Cricket Team Cruises to Six-Wicket Win Over Malaysia to Take Series Lead
The UAE cricket team opened its tour of Malaysia in style, chasing down a target of 145 with six wickets and 19 balls to spare in the first T20I at Kuala Lumpur's Bayuemas Oval. All-rounder Khuzaima Tanveer starred with both bat and ball to claim the player-of-the-match award.
UAE Flights Face Fresh Delays and Cancellations Today as Regional Tensions Persist
Travelers passing through Dubai and Abu Dhabi are facing another day of mixed flight operations, with selective delays and cancellations continuing across major UAE carriers. While both major airports remain fully operational, airlines are urging passengers to check their status before heading out.
UAE Doctors Turn to Artificial Intelligence to Unlock Why Cancer Treatments Work for Some Patients but Not Others
Cancer specialists in the UAE are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence to explain why patients with seemingly identical diagnoses respond so differently to the same treatments. The push reflects a broader national effort to fold AI into everyday clinical decision-making and move closer to truly personalized cancer care.
Arabian Travel Market 2026 Opens in Dubai, Betting on AI and Innovation to Power Tourism Recovery
The 33rd edition of the Arabian Travel Market opened in Dubai on Monday, bringing together thousands of tourism leaders under the theme "Travel 2040." This year's event places unprecedented emphasis on artificial intelligence and digital tools as the industry works to rebuild confidence after months of regional disruption.