Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

Dubai: 395mln riders used public transport in H1 2025
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that public transport modes — including Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram, public buses, and marine transport — along with taxis and shared mobility options such as app-based vehicles, hourly...

A new millionaire settles in the UAE every hour: Report
British billionaires and investors, including Norwegian shipping magnate John Fredriksen, have already made the move, citing the UK’s increasingly burdensome tax environment. Fredriksen, who recently sold his mansion in London, bluntly described...

du empowers UAE enterprises with summer roaming offers to stay connected globally
du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced its Business Summer Roaming Offers, helping enterprise customers stay seamlessly connected during their international business travels. Valid until 31 August 2025, these offers...

UAE residential real estate deals value to grow 2.6% till 2029
As UAE continues to implement its key urban agenda, its residential real estate sector is poised to register steady and sustained growth over the coming years, according to Arabian Gulf Properties, a key real estate developer. The value of...

Emirati artist Azza Al Qubaisi creates Mubadala Citi DC Open trophy to celebrate women
Emirati artist Azza Al Qubaisi is the designer behind the trophies for the 2024 Mubadala Citi DC Open tennis tournament. One in gold for first place and the other in silver for second, the pieces depict a clean, curved, fluid line frozen in...

UAE-Jordon conducts 54th food airdrop over Gaza
Gaza [Palestine] 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'' has announced the resumption of the "Birds of Goodness" airdrop missions, with the 54th humanitarian and relief airdrop over the Gaza Strip. The mission, carried out in cooperation with the...

10 Benefits of Starting a Business in Dubai
Dubai has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and global companies alike. Its strategic location, modern infrastructure, and pro-business policies make it a leading choice for launching or expanding a business...

Forex Expo Dubai 2025 Nears Sell-Out As Global Brands Confirm Participation
(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) With over 250 top-tier companies confirmed, the 8th edition solidifies its standing as a leading global trading event connecting the forex industry across MENA and beyond. The 8th edition of Forex Expo Dubai is nearing full...

UFC Abu Dhabi star requires another facial surgery after suffering gruesome KO loss that reaggravated prior injury
UFC Abu Dhabi featured some big finishes that led to significant injuries for several fighters. Two performance of the night bonuses were awarded on July 26, with the card not having a whole lot of competition to choose from. Muslim Salikhov’s...

UFC Fight Night, Abu Dhabi: De Ridder, Yan, Magomedov Shine
Last Updated:July 27, 2025, 10:30 IST Reinier de Ridder, Petr Yan and Shara Magomedov shine at UFC Abu Dhabi with thrilling wins, setting up pivotal future matchups. Reinier de Ridder (top) conquered "The Reaper". (X)As the Octagon lights...

UAE grants visa exemption to Pakistan officials
ISLAMABAD: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has granted visa exemption for Pakistani diplomatic and official passport holders. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar made the announcement on X on Sunday, stating that the agreement was reached during his...

UFC Abu Dhabi bonuses: Nguyen's record-breaker awarded

Mitchell welcomes Nurmagomedov fight after UFC Abu Dhabi

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to redeploy aircraft to Europe; cites 3 key exit reasons
Wizz Air, the ultra-low-cost carrier, announced that aircraft previously dedicated to its Abu Dhabi operations will be redeployed to serve European destinations after its exit to improve financial performance. "Planes will be migrated to Europe...

"Real warrior" - Fans praise Mohammad Yahya following his reaction to gruesome UFC Abu Dhabi eye injury
Mohammad Yahya endured one of the worst beatdowns in MMA history, suffering a brutal TKO loss to Steven Nguyen on the UFC Abu Dhabi prelims, which left him with an eye injury. However, the fighter's reaction to the loss struck the right chords...

"Brother go 2-3 years in Dagestan" - Fans react as Bo Nickal congratulates Reinier de Ridder for UFC Abu Dhabi win
Fans reacted as Bo Nickal congratulated Reinier de Ridder for his victory at UFC Abu Dhabi. In the headlining bout of the event, de Ridder faced former champion Robert Whittaker in a five-round middleweight contest. Whittaker seemed to be doing...

Hopeful health update emerges for Mohammad Yahya after disfiguring UFC Abu Dhabi injury
UFC Abu Dhabi turned into a nightmare for Mohammad Yahya as he suffered a brutal TKO loss to Steven Nguyen, as a result of a gruesome eye injury that left him disfigured. However, according to a health update, the fighter seems to have avoided...

How kids can enjoy snow camps this summer in UAE
Whether you're heading out with family, friends, or little thrill-seekers aged two and up, Ski Dubai’s Summer Pass is your ticket to a full day of winter fun. The pass includes unlimited access to snow park rides and attractions, chairlift rides,...

7 best Prime Day travel bag deals, UAE 2025
Planning a weekend staycation or your next big escape? Prime Day 2025 in the UAE has dropped some unbeatable travel bag deals worth packing in a hurry. From smart luggage with built-in USB ports to elegant totes that double as day bags, there’s...

Architectural vanguards shine in UAP Dubai Design Awards 2025
Part 1 IN a dazzling showcase of global design excellence, the UAP Dubai Design Awards 2025 on June 28 brought together the biggest names in architecture and development for a night of celebration at Bluewaters Forum, Delano Dubai. The event...