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Sheikh Mohammed Approves Thirty Billion Dirham Expansion Phase for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai has approved a major construction phase at Dubai World Central that will accelerate terminal development and support the planned transition of Emirates Airlines operations to the airport by the end of the decade.
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UAE Media Regulator Fines Influencers Over Unlicensed Advertising Campaigns

The UAE media authority has issued financial penalties to a group of social media influencers for conducting commercial promotions without required licenses.

Dubai Introduces Hydrogen-Powered Waste Collection Fleet

Dubai Municipality has deployed hydrogen fuel-cell waste trucks to replace conventional diesel vehicles and support lower-emission urban services.

UFC Confirms Lightweight Championship Fight for Abu Dhabi Event

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will return to Etihad Arena in October with a major lightweight title bout that has already generated strong regional ticket demand.

Dubai Launches One Hundred Thousand Artificial Coral Habitats in Marine Restoration Project

The Dubai Reefs initiative has begun deploying artificial reef structures designed to support marine biodiversity and promote sustainable ocean tourism.

Dubai Retail Group Acquires Historic Italian Luxury Fashion Brand

A Dubai-based retail and hospitality company has completed the purchase of a heritage Italian luxury label as it expands from regional partnerships into global brand ownership.

UAE Tests Nanotechnology-Based Cloud Seeding Technology to Increase Rainfall

The UAE National Center of Meteorology has tested new nanomaterials for cloud seeding operations, reporting increased targeted rainfall during experiments in the eastern Hajar m...

Dubai Selected to Host Esports World Cup Global Finals

Dubai has been chosen as the host city for the Esports World Cup finals, bringing a major international gaming event to the Coca-Cola Arena later this year.

Michelin Guide Dubai Awards Three New Two-Star Ratings to Local Restaurants

Dubai’s dining sector received international recognition as three restaurants in DIFC and Palm Jumeirah were elevated to two-star status by the Michelin Guide.

Abu Dhabi Opens Genomics Research Institute at Cleveland Clinic to Advance Personalized Medicine

A new genetic research center has opened in Abu Dhabi to study regional DNA variations and develop targeted treatments for inherited and common diseases.

UAE Tax Authority Clarifies Corporate Tax Rules for Free Zone Manufacturers

The UAE Federal Tax Authority has issued guidance confirming that qualifying manufacturing companies in designated free zones can retain zero percent corporate tax treatment on ...

Dubai Welcomes Record Eleven Million International Visitors in First Half of Year

Dubai recorded its highest-ever first-half tourism performance, with eleven million overnight international visitors driven by stronger arrivals from China, India, and Western E...

Dubai Police Deploy Artificial Intelligence Drones for Faster Traffic Emergency Response

Dubai Police have introduced autonomous drone systems designed to identify road accidents quickly and help emergency services reach incidents more efficiently.
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