UAE: Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade sees record 35% jump, reaching AED195.4 bn in H1 2025 | World News

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade grew 34.7% in H1 2025, up from AED145 billion during the same period in 2024/ Representative image Abu Dhabi’s non-oil trade sector delivered a standout performance in the first half of 2025, driven by a robust surge in exports, steady growth in imports, and a rise in re-exports. The 34.7% […]

Second airport backed by Abu Dhabi inaugurated in the Maldives with AED 330.5 million investment | World News

The Velana International Airport project was co-financed by ADFD alongside the Saudi Fund for Development, Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, and OPEC Fund for International Development/ Image: WAM The Republic of Maldives and the United Arab Emirates have marked another milestone in a longstanding partnership centered on sustainable development and infrastructure enhancement. Over four […]

UFC Summer Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Why UFC always chooses Abu Dhabi for its biggest fights | World News

Since 2010, Abu Dhabi has hosted 21 UFC events and renewed its partnership with UFC through 2028, cementing its MMA hub status/ Image: X UFC Summer Roars Back to Abu Dhabi The Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi roared back to life on Saturday, July 26, 2025, as UFC Summer Fight Night kicked off […]

UAE-based Indian doctor from Kerala found dead at her Abu Dhabi residence | World News

Dr. Dhanalakshmi had over two decades of dental experience and was a graduate of the College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore/ Image Facebook /dr dhanalakshmi, Life Care Hospital Dr. Arayakandy Dhanalakshmi, a 54-year-old Indian expat and respected dental surgeon from Kannur, Kerala, was found dead at her residence in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi, on Monday night. The […]

Abu Dhabi tops global safety list: What the World can learn from UAE | World News

Abu Dhabi’s integrated security and community-focused policing keep it at the top of Numbeo’s global safety rankings for the ninth consecutive year/Image: Wikipedia TL;DR: Abu Dhabi tops Numbeo’s 2025 Crime Index as the world’s safest city. The UAE capital maintains this position for the ninth consecutive year since 2017. Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and […]

UAE: Power Slap set to return to Abu Dhabi in a highly anticipated event on October, 2025 | World News

Power Slap, founded by Dana White and UFC partners, is regulated by top athletic commissions and streams events free worldwide./ Image: Power Slap Power Slap returns to Abu Dhabi on October 24, 2025, during Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, alongside UFC 321. Last year’s event in Abu Dhabi drew 700 million+ views across social media and […]

UAE Vice-President seen playing Volleyball with residents at Abu Dhabi summer sports event | World News

Abu Dhabi Summer Sports is a large-scale, climate-controlled event promoting fitness for all ages through over 12 sports and family activities/ Image Abu Dhabi Media Office TL;DR: UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour joined a volleyball match, reflecting hands-on leadership in promoting community sports. Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) is a seasonal indoor event designed to […]

UAE: Abu Dhabi Municipality wins 11 awards at Harvard Business Council International Awards in London | World News

Abu Dhabi City Municipality’s 2025 awards were earned from a competitive pool of over 4,000 applications and 5,500 assessment hours/ Image: WAM TL;DR Abu Dhabi City Municipality won 11 awards at the 2025 Harvard Business Council International Awards. Recognitions spanned innovation, executive leadership, digital transformation, and women’s leadership. The awards ceremony was held at the […]

UAE: Can developers cancel off-plan property deals without court in Abu Dhabi? What buyers need to know | World News

Under Abu Dhabi’s new law, developers can cancel off-plan contracts without going to court, but only if the buyer materially defaults/ Image illustrated using AI for creative purposes TL;DR Developers can now terminate off-plan SPAs without court approval. Buyers must be in material default for cancellation to begin. A 60-day notice and DMT-mediated settlement process […]