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 […]

UAE: American nu-metal legends Limp Bizkit return to Abu Dhabi on August 12, 2025 for their 1st show in over 10 years | World News

Tickets for Limp Bizkit’s Abu Dhabi show range from AED 435 to 765 and are available via Etihad Arena and Ticketmaster UAE./ Image: Limpbizkit archive Limp Bizkit performs in Abu Dhabi at Etihad Arena on August 12, 2025. Tickets cost AED 435–765, available on Etihad Arena website and Ticketmaster UAE. Jennifer Lopez, among others, will […]

UAE: What is Darb app? Why it’s now as important as your car keys in Abu Dhabi | World News

Using the Darb app simplifies parking and toll payments across Abu Dhabi’s new paid zones/ Representative Image TL;DR Abu Dhabi added new paid parking zones in several public areas. You now need the Darb app to pay for parking and avoid fines. The app also handles tolls, it’s essential if you drive in the city. […]

How did Wizz Air Abu Dhabi manage to keep fares so low? Which airlines now offer the best alternatives? | World News

While several low-cost carriers like Flydubai and Air Arabia remain, none fully replicate Wizz Air Abu Dhabi’s reach or pricing model. Image: Gabala International Airport Wizz Air Abu Dhabi shuts down September 1, 2025, ending a six-year run as the Gulf’s first European LCC. Cited reasons: geopolitical instability, regulatory limits, engine issues in hot climates, […]

How did Wizz Air Abu Dhabi managed to keep fares so low? Which airlines now offer the best alternatives? | World News

While several low-cost carriers like Flydubai and Air Arabia remain, none fully replicate Wizz Air Abu Dhabi’s reach or pricing model. Image: Gabala International Airport Wizz Air Abu Dhabi shuts down September 1, 2025, ending a six-year run as the Gulf’s first European LCC. Cited reasons: geopolitical instability, regulatory limits, engine issues in hot climates, […]

UAE: Low-cost airline Wizz Air to officially exit Abu Dhabi operations by September 1, ending 5 year gulf expansion | World News

Passengers with bookings beyond August 31 will be offered refunds or alternative travel options as Wizz Air ends its Abu Dhabi operations due to operational and market challenges/ Image: (File) TL;DR Wizz Air Abu Dhabi ends all operations from September 1, 2025. Joint venture with ADQ officially dissolved. Passengers booked after August 31 will get […]

From ancient pearls to rare Quran: Zayed Museum to open in Abu Dhabi this December | World News

The falcon-wing towers of Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum symbolize heritage and innovation/ Image: zayednationalmuseum.ae TL;DRZayed National Museum will open in December 2025 on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi.The museum honors the legacy of Sheikh Zayed and traces the UAE’s deep-rooted history.Designed by Foster + Partners, it blends modern efficiency with traditional Emirati elements.Abu Dhabi is […]

Rock legends Scorpions back in Abu Dhabi after 8 years: Date, venue, tickets and all you need | World News

Scorpions to light up Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025/ Image: @scorpions/X TL;DRScorpions are playing one night only at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025Part of their “Coming Home” tour celebrating 60 years of musicExpect the classics, loud guitars, and a packed crowdScorpions are back. And this time, it’s more […]

Abu Dhabi court orders firm to pay AED 110,400 to employee who never joined; here’s how UAE law protected salary rights | World News

In a key legal decision, the Abu Dhabi court ordered a private company to pay AED 110,400 (approx. Rs 26 lakh) to an employee who never began work despite signing a contract. The employee’s salary was withheld from November 2024 to April 2025, even though the delay was caused by the employer. The court emphasised […]