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From Oud to Vanilla: The Evolution of Fragrance Preferences in the UAE

From Oud to Vanilla: The Evolution of Fragrance Preferences in the UAE

Local Businesses Scent has always been a part of culture and expression, and nowhere is that truer than in a region like the UAE, where the love of fragrance is literally ingrained. Over time, a noticeable shift in preferences has occurred, with...

Dubai firm apologises for 'incorrect' Golden Visa claims

Dubai firm apologises for 'incorrect' Golden Visa claims

A Dubai-based private company on Wednesday (July 9) apologised and took "full responsibility" for disseminating "incorrect" information in the media that the UAE government will grant lifetime "golden visa" for around Rs 23.30 lakhs. The apology...

UAE joins US, UK, Canada to toughen visa conditions on Nigerians

UAE joins US, UK, Canada to toughen visa conditions on Nigerians

This is not the best of time for Nigerians seeking visas to travel to some top western countries like the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Canada and United Arab Emirates, UAE. Recently, the mentioned countries have introduced...

UAE Imposes Stricter Entry Rules for Nigerian Travellers, Bans Transit Visas

UAE Imposes Stricter Entry Rules for Nigerian Travellers, Bans Transit Visas

The United Arab Emirates has introduced stricter visa rules for Nigerian travellers, including a ban on transit visa applications and tighter entry requirements for tourist visas, travel agents confirmed on Tuesday. In a notice reportedly issued...

BEEAH’s real estate debut aims to redefine sustainable, urban living in the UAE

BEEAH’s real estate debut aims to redefine sustainable, urban living in the UAE

UAE-based BEEAH, widely known for its leadership in environmental management in the region, is expanding into the real estate sector with the launch of Khalid Bin Sultan City — a climate-smart, net-zero-ready urban development located in the...

Ethara awards PR retainer for brand, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to The Romans

Ethara awards PR retainer for brand, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to The Romans

Ethara, an events and entertainment company, has appointed The Romans as its lead PR agency. The multi-year retainer includes work streams across corporate brand, live events, venues (such as Yas Marina Circuit, Etihad Park, Etihad Arena, among...

Dubai Culture, Dubai Health unite for ‘Art for Good’ initiative

Dubai Culture, Dubai Health unite for ‘Art for Good’ initiative

Dubai: Dubai Culture ‘Art For Good’ is set to transform healthcare environments in Dubai by embedding creativity and artistic expression within medical facilities. The initiative, launched through a new partnership between Dubai Culture and Dubai...

Abu Dhabi University enhances Fall portfolio with new programs

Abu Dhabi University enhances Fall portfolio with new programs

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has launched 21 new academic programs as part of its Fall 2025–26 portfolio, expanding its total accredited offerings to 65. Approved by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), the new programs span...

Soon, US visa costs to increase for UAE applicants

Soon, US visa costs to increase for UAE applicants

Since taking over the US Presidency, Donald Trump's administration has fully suspended all nonimmigrant and immigrant visa issuance to nationals of Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya,...

UAE rejects ‘Golden Visas for

UAE rejects ‘Golden Visas for

As the UAE dismissed claims that it is offering lifetime Golden Visas for some nationalities for around ₹23.30 lakh, immigration expert says ‘this is a stark reminder of the importance of due diligence in immigration matters’. The UAE's Federal...

UK couple launch Islam-inspired lifestyle brand for children in UAE

UK couple launch Islam-inspired lifestyle brand for children in UAE

Baby dinner sets adorned with Arabic alphabets, keepsake dolls wearing kufis and hijabs, personalised toys and Islam-inspired decor – these are some of the products offered by UK-based start-up Once Upon a Dua. The Islamic lifestyle brand targets...

Etihad Rail sparks biggest jobs and growth wave in UAE

Etihad Rail sparks biggest jobs and growth wave in UAE

Dubai – Imagine stepping onto a sleek high-speed train in Abu Dhabi and arriving in Dubai in under an hour—no traffic, no stress, just a smooth, quiet ride across the desert. The numbers tell a compelling story. The Abu Dhabi–Dubai passenger line...

UAE's Raza grateful for chance to guide Dubai Capitals in Global Super League

UAE's Raza grateful for chance to guide Dubai Capitals in Global Super League

After guiding the UAE team for a number of years as their captain before transitioning to coaching, Ahmed Raza will add another feather to his cap after being entrusted with coaching DP World International League T20 champions Dubai Capitals in...

Dubai Courts' Leadership Council for Development and Creativity seeks to enhance institutional excellence and judicial services

Dubai Courts' Leadership Council for Development and Creativity seeks to enhance institutional excellence and judicial services

The Leadership Council for Institutional Development and Creativity at Dubai Courts held its regular meeting, chaired by His Excellency Prof. Saif Ghanem Al Suwaidi, Director-General of Dubai Courts. In attendance were senior officials including...

UAE blocks Nigerian transit visas, limits tourist access

UAE blocks Nigerian transit visas, limits tourist access

Barely 24 hours after the United States announced visa restrictions for Nigerian non-immigrant travellers, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced new restrictions on visa application policies for Nigerian citizens, affecting transit and...

Concerns Mount as US, UAE Introduce Stringent Visa Policies Targeted at Nigerian Travellers

Concerns Mount as US, UAE Introduce Stringent Visa Policies Targeted at Nigerian Travellers

Chinedu Eze The harsh visa policies against Nigerian travellers, introduced recently by the United States (US) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have continued to raise concerns among Nigerian government and her travelling citizens. There are...

Dubai-based group apologises for 'confusion' over 'lifetime visa' claims

Dubai-based group apologises for 'confusion' over 'lifetime visa' claims

A Dubai-based private company on Wednesday apologised and took "full responsibility" for disseminating "incorrect" information in the media that the UAE government will grant lifetime "golden visa" for around Rs 23.30 lakhs. The apology by Rayad...

Saudi Journalist and Syrian Activist Visit the Knesset: A Push for Normalisation

Saudi Journalist and Syrian Activist Visit the Knesset: A Push for Normalisation

Saudi journalist Abdulaziz al-Khamis and Syrian activist Shadi Martini participated in a session at the Israeli Knesset on Wednesday, in a move that appears to promote normalisation with Israel amidst ongoing atrocities in Gaza and continued...

UAE launches AI-driven Proactive Government Performance System

UAE launches AI-driven Proactive Government Performance System

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the Proactive Government Performance System. This is a transformative initiative designed to enhance...

GFH Signs Partnership Agreement with Dubai Cares to Support Education of Children in the UAE

GFH Signs Partnership Agreement with Dubai Cares to Support Education of Children in the UAE

As part of its ongoing commitment to creating a positive impact in the communities where it operates, GFH Financial Group (GFH) signed a partnership agreement with Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), to...

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