UAE News
Over 23,000 new hotel rooms in UAE to create thousands of vacancies
Tuesday, October 21, 2025Dubai accounts for more than half of the new supply, where 12,861 new rooms are currently in development, increasing the total supply to 165,339 by 2030, says Knight Frank The data shows that the existing supply stands at 213,928 keys, which is expected to rise to 235,674 by 2030. In Dubai, 12,861 new rooms are… Over 23,000 new hotel rooms in UAE to create thousands of vacancies
‘Priceless’ jewellery stolen in raid on Louvre Museum in Paris
Monday, October 20, 2025The stolen items included an emerald necklace and earring set that belonged to Empress Marie Louise, Napoleon Bonaparte’s second wife A manhunt is under way for a gang of thieves who carried out a broad daylight raid on Paris’s Louvre Museum and stole jewels described as priceless. French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said it took… ‘Priceless’ jewellery stolen in raid on Louvre Museum in Paris
Dubai Police’s new AI traffic system to detect seatbelt and mobile phone violations
Thursday, October 16, 2025The Dubai Police have unveiled an Intelligent Traffic System that automatically detects five types of traffic violations without human intervention. The AI-powered platform, showcased at GITEX Global 2025, analyses live footage to identify offences in real time and assess how well drivers follow road rules. Developed as a unified digital system, it uses artificial intelligence… Dubai Police’s new AI traffic system to detect seatbelt and mobile phone violations
Dubai’s economy expands 4 percent in Q1 2025 here are sectors driving growth
Thursday, October 16, 2025The positive economic trajectory is a continuation of strong momentum from 2024, when Dubai’s economy expanded by a total of 3.2 per cent at constant prices. Dubai’s economy has demonstrated robust health in the first quarter of 2025, recording a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Dh119.7 billion, a 4 per cent increase compared to the… Dubai’s economy expands 4 percent in Q1 2025 here are sectors driving growth
Dubai on track to run robotaxis by 2026 in select areas, including Jumeirah
Wednesday, October 15, 2025Residents, don’t be surprised to find driverless taxis on Dubai streets ahead of their commercial launch in the first quarter of 2026, said a top official from Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Pilot tests are underway in select parts of the city, including Jumeirah, said Khaled Al Awadhi, Director of Transportation Systems at RTA’s… Dubai on track to run robotaxis by 2026 in select areas, including Jumeirah
UFC Fight Night Doha 2025: A Historic Milestone for MMA in Qatar
Tuesday, October 14, 2025On November 22, 2025, the world’s leading mixed martial arts organization, the UFC, will make its highly anticipated debut in Qatar with UFC Fight Night Doha 2025. Set to take place at the cutting-edge Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena in Doha, this event marks a significant step in the UFC’s global expansion and the… UFC Fight Night Doha 2025: A Historic Milestone for MMA in Qatar
UAE Weather: Rain and wind bring long-awaited cooldown
Monday, October 13, 2025The UAE experienced a notable shift in weather this week, as unstable conditions brought heavy to moderate rainfall, gusty winds, and cooler temperatures to several emirates. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) attributed the sudden change to a surface low-pressure system interacting with an upper-air trough, both of which contributed to increased cloud cover and… UAE Weather: Rain and wind bring long-awaited cooldown
Gitex 2025 opens today with spotlight on AI, quantum and biotech
Monday, October 13, 2025The 45th edition of Gitex Global opens today in Dubai, bringing together the world’s technology leaders, policymakers and innovators at a time when artificial intelligence is redefining economies, industries and human capability. Spread across Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Harbour, the five-day event will explore how breakthroughs in AI, quantum computing, biotechnology and sustainable… Gitex 2025 opens today with spotlight on AI, quantum and biotech
44th Sharjah International Book Fair to host 2,350 publishers and exhibitors from 118 countries
Saturday, October 11, 2025The 44th Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF 2025), running from November 5–16 at the Expo Centre Sharjah, promises to be an expansive celebration of reading, culture, and creative exchange. Organized by the Sharjah Book Authority under the theme “Between You and a Book,” this year’s edition underscores the deeply personal and transformative relationship between reader… 44th Sharjah International Book Fair to host 2,350 publishers and exhibitors from 118 countries
What Does Luxury Mean in Hospitality Today?
Thursday, October 9, 2025In 2025, the concept of luxury in the hospitality industry continues to evolve, moving far beyond traditional associations with gold accents, marble finishes, and opulence. Today, true luxury is not about excess, it’s about intention, attention to details, and a deep understanding of guests’ needs, who now expect a highly personalized approach from the moment… What Does Luxury Mean in Hospitality Today?
