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Global Village Season 29 kicks off with new attractions, including 30 cultural pavilions, a revamped Restaurant Plaza, and immersive marketplaces, offering visitors a rich blend of global cultures and dining experiences in Dubai.
Dubai is offering a Golden Visa to distinguished educators, granting 10-year renewable residency to teachers, principals, and academic heads in recognition of their contributions to the private education sector.
OKX has officially launched in Dubai, offering 280 cryptocurrencies and 480 trading pairs, making it the first major global exchange to serve both retail and institutional clients in the UAE.
Sharjah is emerging as an affordable alternative to Dubai’s rising rents, attracting residents and investors with lower property prices and new developments allowing foreign ownership.
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, has approved the country's largest federal budget for the 2025 fiscal year, totaling Dh71.5 billion. Significant allocations have been earmarked for education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Just landed in Dubai and not sure where to start? One of the first things you’ll need as a new resident is your Emirates ID—essential for everything from opening a bank account to getting your mobile phone connected.
Dubai South is rapidly becoming a key investment hotspot with its strategic location near Al Maktoum International Airport, affordable real estate, and free zone benefits. With ongoing developments like District 2020 and growing infrastructure, it's an attractive option for long-term investors seeking growth in the UAE.
The UAE’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer spacecraft will embark on a 13-year mission to explore the Asteroid Belt, launching aboard Japan's H3 rocket in 2028, marking a major milestone in the nation's expanding space ambitions and global partnerships.
Azizi Developments has unveiled the 725-metre Burj Azizi, set to become the world's second-tallest skyscraper, further elevating Dubai's skyline and booming luxury real estate market. Scheduled for completion in 2028, it will feature world-record amenities, solidifying the city’s global leadership in innovation and high-end property development.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced the creation of Dubai National University with an AED 4.5 billion investment as part of Dubai's Social Agenda 33, aiming to position the university among the top 200 globally within 20 years, focusing on specialised academic programmes, research excellence, and developing Emirati leaders and professionals for the future.
