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UAE: Sugar levels may now decide the cost of your drinks with new tax rules on sugar-based beverages | World News

[ad_1] Starting in 2026, the UAE will tax sugary drinks based on their sugar content to encourage healthier consumption and reduce sugar intake/ Image: File UAE to tax sugary drinks based on sugar content starting 2026. Flat 50% tax on sweetened drinks will be replaced by a sugar-based tiered system. More sugar = higher tax; […]

UAE Union Pledge Day explained: What happened to the Emirates in 1971 | World News

[ad_1] President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan officially designated Union Pledge Day to honour the historic 1971 signing of the UAE Union/ Image: WAM TL;DR Union Pledge Day marks the 1971 signing that set the UAE‘s unification in motion. It honours the vision and leadership of the founding fathers, especially Sheikh Zayed. It reflects […]

UAE now allows visitors from 52 nations to drive with their home country licenses: See if you are eligible | World News

[ad_1] License exchange in the UAE requires a valid residence visa, passing a medical exam, and submitting legal translation of documents/ representative Image 52 nationalities can now drive in the UAE using their home licenses while visiting. Residents from those countries can exchange their license for a UAE one. No driving tests required; conditions apply […]

Bahrain, UAE, Saudi residency visas compared: Which one offers better value? | World News

[ad_1] Applicants now weigh Bahrain, UAE, and Saudi residency schemes for affordability, flexibility, and family benefits/Representative Image TL;DR: Bahrain’s 10-year Golden Residency is one of the most cost-effective long-term Gulf residency available in 2025. The UAE’s Golden Visa requires AED 2 million (USD 545,000) investment or comes via talent with nomination, with complex renewal criteria. […]

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

[ad_1] 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 […]

China revises visa application process for UAE residents: What travellers need to know | World News

[ad_1] UAE residents must now complete an online application and receive approval before visiting the visa centre to apply for China/ Representative Image TL;DR Visa applications start with an online form and document upload. Preliminary approval issues a mandatory Visa Application Certificate (VAC). No appointment needed; visit the visa centre only after online approval. Passport […]

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

[ad_1] 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 […]

UAE: Dubai to introduce universal icons to expose human and AI contributions in writing and content creation | World News

[ad_1] The new system, developed by the Dubai Future Foundation, features five main icons and nine functional markers to show exactly how and where AI was used in creating research, writing, or design content. Dubai launched a global system to label human vs. AI roles in content creation. The HMC Icons show how much humans […]

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

[ad_1] 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 […]

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

[ad_1] 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, […]