What to expect at Abu Dhabi and Dubai hotels that won Michelin Guide Keys

At the first Michelin Keys global award ceremony in Paris on Wednesday night, 20 hotels in the UAE were recognised with keys, akin to the stars conferred upon restaurants by the Michelin Guide. A further 40 properties across the Emirates were also...

[UAE Welcomes Agreement on First Phase of Ceasefire Deal in Gaza

Abu Dhabi ــ The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump of a first phase of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, commending his prominent and pivotal role in facilitating the deal and urging all parties to...

UAE bans Iran-made ‘Uranus Star’ bottled water after deaths in Oman

Daijiworld Media Network – Dubai Dubai, Oct 11: The UAE has swiftly banned the import and sale of ‘Uranus Star’ bottled water, produced in Iran, after two deaths in Oman were linked to contamination of the brand. The Ministry of Climate Change and...

Abu Dhabi to Showcase AI-Native Vision at GITEX 2025

Abu Dhabi’s government will lead a major showcase at GITEX Global 2025, unveiling a new era of AI-native public services under its Digital Strategy 2025–2027. The Department of Government Enablement will coordinate over 30 government and academic...

UAE: Meet Indian expats who built 100,000-member community to help job seekers

When one of her job candidates broke down in tears after being rejected, Uzma Chowdary couldn’t just move on. The HR manager at Aliyas Group had seen many rejections in her career, but that day was different. “The candidate was devastated. He said...

UAE: Depressed man had 7-day insomnia, driving freeze

Dubai: When 32-year-old Pran (name changed on request) froze behind the wheel on a busy Dubai road in early 2024, unable to turn or change lanes, he thought it might be his last day alive. "I completely froze while driving,” the Indian expat said...

Delivery rider hurt in Dubai taxi crash after travelling on wrong side of road

Dubai Police have sent out a public safety warning after a delivery rider sustained serious injuries when he crashed into a taxi while travelling on the wrong side of the road. The accident occurred in the early hours of Friday morning on Umm...

A guide to Dubai

Famous for its record-breaking skyscrapers, five-star hotels, hedonistic beach clubs and mega malls, Dubai combines these elements to create the perfect setting for a glamorous coastal city break. Regular visitors include serious shoppers, sun...

Sri Lankan Dies In Suspicious Dubai Incident

COLOMBO(News 1st); A Sri Lankan individual working in Sharjah, Dubai, has died under suspicious circumstances. The deceased has been identified as Deelaka Perera, a 23-year-old from Kottunna. Two days ago, he was found collapsed near an apartment...

UAE: How AI is helping detect breast cancer early, transforming dental treatment

As Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly moving from research labs to everyday life services, including hospitals, dental chairs and corporate recruitment offices, Khaleej Times takes an in-depth look at how the technology is transforming...

9 days, 9 UAE adventures children will love

1) Al Miqsar Village (Najd Al Miqsar) 2) Dibba Mountain Park and Resort 3) Fujairah Adventure Park 4) The Resistance Monument, Kor Fhakkan 5) Al Fahidi historical neighbourhood 6) Hatta Heritage Village 7) A visit to Warsan nursery 8) Al Hefaiyah...

India announces new healthcare projects for Afghanistan, gifts 20 ambulances during Taliban minister’s visit

New Delhi [India], October 11 (ANI): Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday that India has announced several new projects for Afghanistan as part of its ongoing healthcare cooperation. The projects include...

TimeframeWhen Abu Dhabi opened the world's largest falcon hospital in 1999

When the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital opened on October 3, 1999, it marked a new chapter for one of the UAE’s oldest traditions. Falconry has long been a source of pride in the region, woven into its cultural identity and celebrated as a sport and a...

One Health and Environmental Crime Motions Among 97 Adopted at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi

Newswise — Abu Dhabi, Oct. 10, 2025 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) released the following comments this evening on two of the 97 motions adopted during the first day of the IUCN World Conservation Congress taking place here from Oct....

Abu Dhabi introduces specialised maritime guidelines

The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council held its regular meeting of the Abu Dhabi Standard Technical Committee for the second quarter of 2025. Chaired by Bader Khamis Al Shemeli, Executive Director of the Conformity and Specifications...

UAE bans ‘Uranus Star’ bottled water after two deaths reported in Oman

DUBAI : The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) has issued an urgent warning against the import, sale, or distribution of Uranus Star bottled water, following reports linking the brand to two deaths in neighbouring Oman. The...

MEAF to host community event in Dubai for World Arthritis Day 2025

In recognition of World Arthritis Day (WAD), the Middle East Arthritis Foundation (MEAF), a non-profit dedicated to promoting health, hope, and happiness, will host an event on October 11, 2025, at the Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai. With this year’s...

UAE authorities confirm ‘Uranus Star’ water not sold locally, urge public caution

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has announced a series of strict precautionary and regulatory measures. The results confirmed that no official permits had been issued for the import or circulation of Uranus Star bottled drinking...

How Emirati entrepreneurs are shaping the UAE’s next wave of investment

Maha Al Shamsi, co-founder of MSKD Global/Image: Supplied A new generation of Emirati entrepreneurs is reshaping how global capital meets local opportunity. Among them is Maha Al Shamsi, co-founder of MSKD Global, a firm redefining commercial...

East Africa’s AI Moment Ignites at Dubai Expo

Dubai’s GITEX GLOBAL 2025 is turning the spotlight on East Africa as a rising force in the artificial intelligence landscape, with regional governments and private players leveraging the event to signal ambition across infrastructure, AI research...