Energy leaders say the Middle East must invest $200 billion by 2030 to boost natural gas output by 30% as the region faces soaring electricity demand driven by population growth, desalination, and AI infrastructure.

Mbank and 7X have partnered to introduce AE Coin — the UAE’s first AED-pegged stablecoin — across logistics, e-commerce, and digital services, enabling faster, secure, and fully regulated blockchain payments nationwide.

Starting January 1, 2026, the UAE will introduce significant tax procedure reforms aimed at improving transparency, certainty, and efficiency, helping businesses manage refunds, audits, and compliance with greater clarity.

A new survey shows rising trust in AI among UAE investors, with over 70% willing to let artificial intelligence manage their portfolios amid market volatility.

A low-pressure system brings colder temperatures, cloud cover, and intermittent rain across the UAE, with conditions expected to continue through Saturday.

Rohit Sharma commits to domestic cricket after BCCI’s strong directive, while Virat Kohli’s availability remains uncertain ahead of key ODI selections.

Yuzvendra Chahal’s fun Malayalam birthday message for Sanju Samson wins the internet as IPL trade rumours swirl around the Rajasthan Royals captain.

Hotel bookings across the UAE surge by 35% ahead of the National Day long weekend, driven by new hotel openings, rising airfares, and families choosing staycations over international travel.

18-year-old para-archer Sheetal Devi has become the first Indian with a disability to qualify for the able-bodied junior national archery team, marking a milestone of courage, skill, and resilience.

Lionel Messi has reached 400 career assists, reaffirming his place among football’s greatest creators. Here’s a look at the top five assist makers of all time — and why Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t on the list.

The UAE and France have joined forces to develop a €30–50 billion, 1-gigawatt AI data centre — Europe’s largest — marking a major milestone in international artificial intelligence cooperation.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are expected to miss India A’s upcoming three-match one-day series against South Africa A, as selectors plan to test new talent ahead of the senior team’s full tour later this month.

Gold remains steady above $4,000 per ounce as traders watch for signs of a solid floor forming. Analysts suggest patience as the market consolidates after a strong rally, with long-term demand still supporting prices.

Dubai Holding and Palantir Technologies have launched Aither, a joint venture designed to accelerate applied AI adoption across UAE industries and support the nation’s digital economy goals.

India’s women’s cricket team clinched their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup title, sparking nationwide celebrations and tributes from legends, leaders, and fans alike.

New to Dubai? These eight smart home gadgets — from security cameras to smart plugs — will make your daily life safer, easier, and more connected in 2025.

Dubai is set to make a strong statement at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 with a record 71 partners, highlighting innovation, investment, and sustainability as part of its long-term tourism vision.

UK energy firm Petrofac’s collapse raises uncertainty over multi-billion-dollar oil and gas projects across the UAE and GCC. Despite entering administration, regional analysts expect minimal long-term disruption to Gulf energy developments.

Gold prices in Dubai eased slightly following last week’s record-breaking surge, reflecting global market trends. Analysts say the correction may not be over yet as traders reassess US rate-cut expectations and improving global trade sentiment.

Indian missions in the UAE launch chip-enabled ePassports, offering stronger security and faster immigration — but replacing your old passport isn’t mandatory yet.

Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee, and Philippine peso remain low against the UAE dirham, offering UAE expats favorable remittance rates. Experts advise monitoring trends before deciding to remit or hold.

A new Unified GCC Visa, expected to launch soon, will allow UAE travellers to visit all six Gulf countries with a single permit, saving money compared to individual eVisa applications that currently range from Dh48 to Dh756.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and other top leaders attend the wedding of Faisal Al Bannai’s sons in Abu Dhabi, reflecting the nation’s close-knit leadership and community spirit.

UAE Minister of State Noura Al Kaabi delighted more than 100,000 attendees at Dubai’s “Emirates Loves India” event with a heartfelt Hindi greeting, highlighting the deep cultural and emotional bond between the UAE and India.

Shan Masood confirms his decision to resign as Pakistan’s Test captain and is set to take up a consultant role with the PCB, marking an unprecedented dual position.

Centuries from Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal led India to a dominant 53-run victory over New Zealand, sealing their place in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 semi-finals.

From new UAE customs rules and AI policing to BLS passport alerts and global travel updates — here’s your weekend roundup of the most talked-about news across the UAE and beyond.

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Forbes’ 2025-26 list of highest-paid footballers, earning $280 million this season — his sixth time topping the chart in a decade.

The sixth edition of the Dubai Schools Games welcomes 25,000 students from 185 schools, featuring 25 sports and 107 days of competition under the Dubai Sports Council’s ‘Champions Makers’ initiative.

Syrian interim President Ahmad Al Sharaa met Vladimir Putin in Moscow to reset relations and discuss Russia’s military bases, while urging the extradition of former leader Bashar Al Assad.

Dubai-based real estate platform Stake has unveiled StakeOne, a revolutionary digital solution allowing investors worldwide to buy, manage, rent, and sell entire properties in Dubai — all within one app.

Dubai’s property market surged to Dh138 billion in Q3 2025, driven by UAE residents purchasing homes to live in. Off-plan projects, family communities, and luxury villas fuelled strong growth across the emirate.

A woman in China uncovered her husband’s secret 16-year relationship and child with another woman during her father-in-law’s funeral — leading to his arrest and jail sentence for bigamy.

The UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) have partnered to establish a unified framework for overseeing virtual assets, enhancing investor protection, innovation, and transparency across the nation.

After winning his first World Championships medal in New Delhi, UAE’s rising Para athlete Mohammed Youssef Othman sets his sights on gold at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games.

The DP World Tour Championship in Dubai not only celebrates world-class golf but also promotes physical activity, mental wellbeing, and community connection for fans and players alike.

The Third Arab Financial Forum, organised by the Sharjah Finance Department and ARADO in Tangier, highlights regional collaboration and innovation in public finance management.

Higher lending limits and simplified rules give overseas Indians greater access to India’s booming markets

With the Indian rupee and Philippine peso dipping against the UAE dirham, expats find now a great time to send money home. Here’s what the latest exchange rates mean for you.

Bollywood icons Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh unite as brand ambassadors for Experience Abu Dhabi, showcasing the city’s culture, adventure, and luxury in a new global tourism campaign.

Emirates NBD Securities expands access to all major Gulf stock markets, giving UAE investors seamless cross-border trading through a single platform.

During his visit to the National Guard headquarters in Abu Dhabi, the Crown Prince of Dubai praised the dedication, skills, and readiness of the armed forces in protecting the UAE’s security and achievements.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Salem Saleh bin Braik in Abu Dhabi to discuss strengthening UAE–Yemen ties and supporting Yemen’s stability and development.

Pakistani media reports claim Shoaib Malik and actress Sana Javed may be heading for a split, though neither has confirmed the news. This would mark Malik’s third divorce after his marriages to Ayesha Siddiqui and Sania Mirza.

Centuries from KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja powered India to 448/5 at stumps on Day Two, giving the hosts a massive 286-run lead over the West Indies in the first Test at Ahmedabad.

Digital remittances are transforming how UAE expatriates send money home, replacing long queues and high fees with instant, transparent, app-based transfers.

This month’s Big Ticket Abu Dhabi promotion offers a Dh25 million grand prize, weekly gold giveaways, cash contests, and dream cars like the Nissan Patrol and Maserati Grecale.

Dubai will stage the richest boxing tournament in history as the IBA Men’s Elite World Championships kicks off this December, offering an unprecedented $8 million prize pool and bringing the world’s top fighters to the UAE.

India’s Asia Cup 2025 victory has been overshadowed by a trophy fiasco. With the BCCI strongly objecting to the ACC’s handling of the presentation, the dispute may now reach the ICC.

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav opens up about his bond with coach Gautam Gambhir, their KKR connection, and the trust that helped India win the Asia Cup 2025.

From humble beginnings in Hyderabad to a match-winning knock in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan, Tilak Varma’s journey reflects grit, talent, and India’s cricketing future.

The Mohamed Bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity has pledged $11 million to scale the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools program across 10 countries, training thousands of educators and advancing global inclusion.

The UAE women’s cricket team scripted history in Bulawayo, defeating Zimbabwe by 36 runs in their first-ever One-Day International.

Pathum Nissanka’s maiden T20I hundred went in vain as Arshdeep Singh’s brilliance in the Super Over powered India to victory in their final Super Fours clash against Sri Lanka.

For the first time in nearly four decades, India and Pakistan will clash in an Asia Cup final — setting the stage for one of cricket’s most historic encounters.

With their place in the Asia Cup 2025 final secured, India may rest key players and test their bench against Sri Lanka, while the Islanders aim to end their campaign with pride.

Dubai is attracting billionaires and entrepreneurs with tax benefits, sovereign wealth funds, tokenized real estate, and strong legal frameworks.

India stormed into the Asia Cup 2025 final with a dominant 41-run win over Bangladesh, extending their unbeaten streak and showcasing all-round brilliance.

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch in Dubai drew long but orderly lines, with fans rushing for the Pro Max and iPhone Air, showcasing the brand’s unmatched hype power in the UAE.

Mubadala Bio has named Dr. Essam Mohamed as CEO and Hamad Husein Al Marzooqi as Deputy CEO, reinforcing its strategy to expand healthcare innovation and strengthen drug security worldwide.

Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 74 and a solid team effort powered India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four clash in Dubai.

From September 25–28, Expo Al Dhaid will welcome over 250 brands for the Al Asayl Exhibition, showcasing equestrian, camel, and falconry products along with cultural heritage activities.

As artificial intelligence reshapes learning, schools must move beyond rote teaching and focus on creativity, values, and future-ready skills to prepare students for an uncertain world.

Dubai’s cooler season begins this October with the reopening of Global Village, Dubai Safari Park, Dubai Fountain, Dubai Miracle Garden, Ripe Market, and Hatta Resorts.

Pakistan sealed a 41-run win over the UAE in Dubai to qualify for the Asia Cup Super Four, setting up a high-voltage encounter against India on Sunday.

After a crushing defeat to India, Pakistan must regroup quickly for a must-win encounter against a confident UAE side eyeing a historic place in the Super Four.

On Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday, US President Donald Trump extended greetings during a phone call. The two leaders discussed India-US relations, trade negotiations, and the Ukraine conflict, signaling renewed diplomatic momentum.

Despite social media buzz showing the Dubai Fountain basin filled with water, Emaar has confirmed that the attraction’s reopening date remains unannounced and renovation works are continuing as planned.

The UAE is experiencing a slight dip in temperatures, with cooler mornings, rising humidity at night, and chances of fog in coastal and inland areas. Dusty and windy weather is also expected in parts of the country this week.

Public schools in the UAE have introduced a strict Acceptable Use Policy for digital devices and the internet to ensure safe learning, protect privacy, and promote responsible technology use among students.

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Amazon have partnered to create the world’s largest Arabic digital library, making thousands of books and audiobooks accessible globally.

Dubai Police have issued a safety advisory ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 India-Pakistan match, warning against fireworks, banned items, and disruptive behaviour at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

ADAFSA becomes the world’s first agriculture authority to secure ISO 42001:2023 for AI management, setting a benchmark for smart farming, food security, and digital transformation.

Readers showcase breathtaking photos of UAE’s landscapes and cityscapes, from Dubai’s vibrant beaches to Hatta’s rugged mountains, highlighting the country’s diverse charm.

The UAE’s Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) launches an AI-powered HR assistant offering 108 services, automating 80% of HR procedures, and saving 170,000 work hours annually.

From cement wickets to facing cricketing giants, Oman’s cricketers have battled struggles and sacrifices to reach the Asia Cup 2025.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed expressed the UAE’s full solidarity with Qatar after the recent Israeli strike, calling it a blatant breach of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.

Azmatullah Omarzai’s explosive 20-ball fifty powered Afghanistan to a dominant win over Hong Kong in the Asia Cup 2025 opener.

The EU has fined Google over €11.2 billion since 2017 for abusing dominance in search, Android, ads, and AdTech. Here’s what’s behind the penalties.

Bayut confirms that its AI-powered valuation tool TruEstimate now supports one in every two property transactions in the UAE, boosting market transparency and trust.

Saudi Arabia and Dubai are racing skyward with mega projects — including Riyadh’s 2 km Rise Tower and Jeddah Tower — set to outshine the 828 m Burj Khalifa by 2028.

Abu Dhabi strengthens its global role in healthcare innovation as ADSCC drives AI-powered breakthroughs in drug discovery, genomics, and advanced medical research.

Dubai faces heavy rain, strong winds, and dusty conditions as the NCM issues weather alerts and urges residents to stay cautious.

Over 500 runners turned Phoenix Marketcity into a racetrack as Chennai held its first Mallathon, inspired by Dubai’s indoor running event.

Brad Pitt-backed docu-drama The Voice of Hind Rajab earns a historic 23-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival, honoring the final plea of a six-year-old Gaza girl.

UAE residents can expect partly cloudy skies, soaring temperatures up to 45°C, and a chance of rainfall due to a low-pressure system extending from the east.

With Dubai gold prices nearing Dh400 per gram, shoppers are being urged to upgrade old jewellery for new designs, gaining high returns on past purchases.

Dubai has introduced new rules for food delivery apps to make pricing transparent, reduce hidden fees, and ensure fair practices for both customers and restaurants.

A large new data centre could mark a major step forward in Asia for OpenAI's Stargate-branded AI infrastructure push: Report

A brain-dead donor in Abu Dhabi gave new life to a 7-year-old Saudi boy through a successful heart transplant in Riyadh.

RTA completes 14km upgrade on Emirates Road, reopening Aug 25 to cut travel time and ease the back-to-school rush.

A new disaster centre in Al Ain will speed up emergency response and enhance local crisis management.

Extreme heat up to 49°C and dusty winds hit the UAE, with possible rain in eastern areas.

UAE residents urge for hybrid work as 51°C heatwave raises health risks and challenges daily commutes.

UAE President exchanges Eid Al Fitr greetings with Rulers and leaders at Qasr Al Mushrif, celebrating national unity and prosperity.

Legendary heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne, frontman of Black Sabbath and reality TV star, dies at 76.

Pre-order Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 in UAE from just Dh135/month with exclusive offers from du and e&. Launching July 25.

Following a Coldplay concert controversy and CEO resignation, Astronomer hires Gwyneth Paltrow to answer public questions in a new PR move. Let me know if you’d like social media captions or a blog post format too.

Kuwaiti officials have arrested a doctor and pilot for possessing unlicensed ammunition and alcohol, uncovering 500 bullets and illegal liquor supplies. Let me know if you want an SEO-optimized blog post format too.

At Geneva’s biggest watch fair, four exceptional timepieces stood out — Rolex’s sleek Land-Dweller, Patek Philippe’s complex Ref. 5308G, Vacheron’s cosmic Solaria, and Lange’s emotional Minute Repeater. Each showcased the peak of design, innovation, and craftsmanship in modern watchmaking.

Dubai Police extradite fugitives wanted for fraud, drug trafficking, and other serious crimes as part of growing global law enforcement cooperation.

New stablecoin regulations in the UAE and US are boosting trust, driving adoption, and positioning stablecoins as a safer, more mainstream digital payment option.