UAE News
Dubai opens new 500-Metre bridge beneath World Trade Centre roundabout to improve traffic flow
Tuesday, May 12, 2026Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inaugurated a new 500-metre bridge as part of the ongoing World Trade Centre Roundabout Development Project, further advancing the city’s road infrastructure and mobility network. The newly opened bridge is designed to facilitate outbound traffic from Al Bada’a towards 2nd December Street, providing direct connectivity to Sheikh Rashid… Untitled
Western Furniture Unveils Calligaris’ Latest Collection: A Poetic Celebration of Italian Mastery from Salone del Mobile 2026
Tuesday, May 12, 2026A Poetic Celebration of Italian Mastery from Salone del Mobile 2026 Western Furniture, the premier destination for luxury home furnishings in the UAE, IS PROUD to introduce an elegant new showcase from the New Calligaris 2026 Collection. Following its prestigious debut at the Salone del Mobile in Milan, this internationally renowned collection is now available… Untitled
Russian-speaking community in Dubai marked the 81st Anniversary of Victory Day
Sunday, May 10, 2026A celebration marking the 81st anniversary of Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War was held at Atlantis The Palm. The event brought together more than 500 guests, including members of the diplomatic corps, compatriots, public figures, and representatives of the business community. Official addresses were delivered by H.E. Timur Zabirov, Ambassador of the Russian… Untitled
An evening with Svetlana Zakharova: Modanse comes to Dubai
Friday, May 8, 2026Production companies M Premiere and MuzArts have announced Modanse, a ballet project set to take place on May 17, 2026, at Dubai Opera. The evening’s star performer will be Svetlana Zakharova, who will appear alongside soloists of the Bolshoi Theatre. The programme brings together two ballets exploring different dimensions of contemporary dance. Audiences will see… Untitled
Russian Foreign Minister issues warning over attempts to disrupt Victory Day
Friday, May 8, 2026Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned Western countries that if they attempt to disrupt Victory Day celebrations through Kyiv, “there will be no mercy.” According to the minister, Russia’s opponents are seeking to undermine what he described as a sacred holiday for the Russian people. “I want to say this with full clarity and… Untitled
A celestial dance of time: the Midnight Jour Nuit Phase de Lune by Van Cleef & Arpels
Wednesday, May 6, 2026At Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, Van Cleef & Arpels once again turns its gaze skyward, unveiling a constellation of creations inspired by the poetry of the heavens. Since its first moon-phase pocket watch in 1929, the Maison has cultivated a singular dialogue between time and the cosmos that continues to evolve with remarkable artistry.… Untitled
Dubai reopens Al Mamzar Beach after major upgrade, expanding coastal leisure offerings
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Al Mamzar Beach in Dubai has officially reopened following a significant redevelopment that introduces a wide range of new recreational and waterfront features. The upgrade marks the first phase of the ambitious Al Mamzar Beaches initiative, led by Dubai Municipality. The project forms part of a broader AED 3 billion masterplan to enhance beaches across… Untitled
UAE says OPEC exit driven by national interests and ‘not directed against anyone’
Monday, May 4, 2026Abu Dhabi National Oil Company CEO Sultan Al Jaber said on Monday that the United Arab Emirates’ decision to exit OPEC and OPEC+ was not directed against anyone but meant to serve national interests. Growing Rift The oil-rich Gulf country left the group on May 1, widening a rift with its neighbour Saudi Arabia, effectively… Untitled
Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates tunnelling for Dubai Metro Blue Line
Monday, May 4, 2026Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Sunday, May 3, inaugurated tunnelling works for the Dubai Metro Blue Line. The project, scheduled to open on September 9, 2029, has a budget of Dh20.5 billion to complete what the leader termed “the world’s newest and most beautiful metro”. The 30km line will include 14.5km… Untitled
The Unique Falcon of the Emirates: Jewellery inspired by vision and the spirit of the Gulf
Monday, May 4, 2026The Unique Gallery unveils The Unique Falcon of the Emirates, a high-jewellery creation designed not merely as an ornament, but as a symbol of gratitude, identity and enduring values at a time when thoughtful leadership and clear vision matter more than ever. Presented as both a bracelet and a necklace, the collection is crafted in… Untitled
