The UAE stayed a top destination in 2025. Policy updates targeted talent, tourism, and investor appeal. Visitors, expats, and residents saw clearer processes and new pathways. Below is a concise guide to what changed and how it affects applications and…
The producers of Jana Nayagan have withdrawn their writ petition against the Central Board of Film Certification. The move, confirmed on February 10–11, 2026, shifts the dispute from the courts back to the certification process. The petition had challenged the…
American Hospital Dubai is celebrating a decade of collaboration with Mayo Clinic. In 2016, it became the first private healthcare provider in the Middle East to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network. The membership gives physicians structured access to Mayo…
The UAE will limit school bus travel to protect student wellbeing. After complaints raised at the Federal National Council (FNC), the Minister of Education Sarah Al Amiri set new caps: 45 minutes for kindergarten and 60 minutes for all other…
Lando Norris has a clear test in mind. “When we get to a street track or bumpy, slower circuits, that’s a question we haven’t answered yet. Bahrain will answer some of it,” he said. The debate is hot: do the…
Dubai has unveiled a Dh4 billion ($1.08bn) “blue and green” programme to expand parks, trees, and waterfront access across the city. The roadmap, launched by Dubai Municipality and reviewed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the World Governments…
A new prisoner swap has been agreed during trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi. US special envoy Steve Witkoff said the deal covers 314 people in total. That equals 157 prisoners each, according to multiple briefings. It is the first exchange…
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched official operations of fully driverless RT6 robotaxis developed by Baidu, marking a new phase in Dubai’s smart mobility push. He rode in an autonomous vehicle to the World Governments Summit at…
The UAE enters spring 2026 with a fuller hospitality pipeline and landmark infrastructure. New hotels are set to open in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while cultural and aviation projects expand the visitor base. Recent premium openings add momentum and lift…
The Emirates enter 2026 with a dense sports lineup. Global tours lock in dates across winter, spring, and next winter. Dubai and Abu Dhabi share hosting duties, while classic venues return to full capacity. The result is a calendar that…
