UAE News
UAE interest rates rise to 3.9%: What it means for mortgages, loans and savings
Friday, September 18, 2026Interest rates are moving higher again in the UAE after the Central Bank raised its base rate by 25 basis points to 3.9%, following the US Federal Reserve’s first rate increase since 2023. The new UAE rate takes effect from Thursday, September 17, up from 3.65%. The impact depends on whether you already have a… Untitled
OMEGA unveils new Speedmaster 38 mm collection in Dubai
Thursday, September 17, 2026The Swiss watchmaker, OMEGA, welcomed guests to an exclusive event at its boutique in The Dubai Mall, celebrating nearly seven decades of the iconic Speedmaster collection. The occasion gave attendees the opportunity to explore an immersive exhibition tracing the Speedmaster’s journey from its Earth-bound origins to its iconic role within space and Moon exploration. Many… Untitled
Dubai’s Global Village to open on October 14 for Season 31
Tuesday, September 15, 2026Global Village has announced the opening dates of its Season 31. The family destination will open on October 14, 2026, and will run for over seven months until May 2027. Operation under the theme ‘A More Wonderful World’ will bring back its entertainment, dining, and shopping attractions for its visitors. The upcoming season will introduce… Untitled
Abu Dhabi’s Miral to invest Dh12bn over five years in Yas Island expansion
Tuesday, September 15, 2026Miral, the developer behind Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, will invest Dh12 billion ($3.26 billion) over the next five years to expand the island’s hotels, theme parks and entertainment offerings. The investment will include the expansion of a Warner Bros.-themed hotel by 250 rooms, as well as a new lifestyle hotel at Yas Bay, Mohamed… Untitled
ATM 2026 opens in Dubai: AI, resilience and the future of travel take centre stage
Monday, September 14, 2026The 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) opens today at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together the global travel and tourism industry for four days of business, networking and discussions on the sector’s next phase following months of disruption linked to the US-Iran conflict. Running from September 14 to 17, ATM 2026 will bring… Untitled
President Vladimir Putin meets Narendra Modi as India hosts BRICS Summit
Friday, September 11, 2026President Vladimir Putin arrived in India early Friday for a three-day visit to attend the BRICS leaders’ summit and strengthen strategic ties with New Delhi. On Friday afternoon, Putin met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bilateral talks focused on trade and energy. Indian media, citing sources familiar with the talks, reported that the two… Untitled
Dubai Opera marks 10 years with a landmark 2026–27 Season
Friday, September 11, 2026The Downtown Dubai cultural landmark marks its 10th anniversary with an ambitious 2026–27 season spanning opera, ballet, Arabic music, comedy and major international performances. For a decade, Dubai Opera has been at the centre of the city’s cultural life, bringing audiences opera, ballet, concerts, theatre and comedy. Now, as the Downtown Dubai landmark celebrates its… Untitled
The Hoxton set to make its Middle East debut with flagship Dubai location and new wellness club
Tuesday, September 8, 2026The Hoxton Dubai Media City will mark the brand’s first hotel in the UAE and its Middle East debut, while introducing The Hoxton’s first-ever wellness club. Ennismore, the lifestyle hospitality company, in partnership with Select Group, has announced the signing of The Hoxton, Dubai Media City. The new property will bring The Hoxton’s distinctive open-house… Untitled
UAE real estate market demonstrates resilience and strength in 2026
Monday, September 7, 2026From rising foreign investment to robust transaction activity, the UAE property market continues to demonstrate resilience in 2026 The UAE’s real estate sector has maintained strong momentum through the first half of 2026, supported by robust transaction activity, rising foreign investment and sustained demand across residential, commercial, industrial and logistics segments. Dubai remains the country’s… Untitled
Mohammed bin Rashid unveils new book ‘The Messages’
Monday, September 7, 2026His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled his new book The Messages, a collection of personal letters and reflections drawn from nearly six decades of public service. The book is the second part of Lessons from Life, Sheikh Mohammed’s 2025… Untitled
