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UAE Golden Visa for Freelancers: Who Can Apply for the 10-Year Residency?
The UAE’s Golden Visa programme allows eligible freelancers and independent professionals to secure long-term residency without relying on an employer or company sponsorship....
Riyadh Air Launches First London Flight as Saudi Arabia’s New Airline Takes Off
Riyadh Air has operated its inaugural flight between Riyadh and London Heathrow using its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The airline’s CEO, Tony...
Emirates Palace And ETHR Café Bring A Unique Summer Pop-Up Experience To Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi has partnered with ETHR Café for a limited-time summer pop-up. Running until 4 September 2026, visitors can...
Sharjah Grants City Status to Al Bataeh, Al Hamriyah, Al Madam and Mleiha
The four locations will now officially carry city status alongside established Sharjah cities such as Sharjah City, Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Al Dhaid....
Dubai Launches New Longevity Authority, Sheikh Hamdan Named Chairman
Dubai has taken another major step towards shaping the future of healthcare with the launch of the Dubai Longevity Authority, a new entity...
What’s Inside Dubai’s New Giant Summer Tent at Al Habtoor Polo Resort?
Dubai’s Al Habtoor Polo Resort has launched a large indoor Summer Tent designed to keep residents entertained during the hottest months of the...
Dubai’s AED4 Billion ‘The Yards’ Project Announced With 1,560 New Homes
Dubai has announced a new AED4 billion residential project called The Yards in City of Arabia, Dubailand. Developed by BEYOND Developments, the master-planned...
Sharjah Approves New Pay System for Quran Teachers and Supervisors
Sharjah has approved a new pay and regulatory framework for Quran teachers and supervisors working at the Sharjah Noble Quran and Sunnah Establishment....
How Did the UAE Create 5200 Jobs for Emiratis a Year Ahead of Target?
The UAE has created over 5,200 industrial jobs for Emiratis, achieving its Make it in the Emirates employment target ahead of schedule. The...
Dubai Tourist Visa Now Processed in 48 Hours: Here’s How Visitors Can Apply
Dubai has announced that tourist visa applications for 30-day and 60-day single-entry visas can be processed within 48 working hours. The streamlined process...
