UAE residents unite today for Salat al-Istisqā, a nationwide prayer for rain, led by leaders, officials, and communities across Emirates / AI-generated image for illustration purposes As the clock nears noon today, mosques across the UAE are filling with worshippers answering President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s call for a nationwide Salat al-Istisqā — the prayer […]
Supporters of Qatar are seen before the 2026 World Cup qualifying soccer match between Qatar and United Arab Emirates at the Hamad Bin Jassim Stadium in Doha, Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Hussein Sayed) In a high-stakes AFC World Cup 2026 qualifying clash on October 14, 2025, Qatar edged past the United Arab Emirates (UAE) […]
Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney headline Riyadh Fashion Week 2025, blending global fashion with Saudi heritage in a groundbreaking showcase. Riyadh, get ready to sashay! The city’s biggest fashion week is about to turn up the heat with Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney, two style legends are set to headline the event, promising jaw-dropping designs, […]
Dubai’s 17 km underground Loop by Elon Musk’s Boring Company promises fast, cool, futuristic rides, launch expected in 2026 / Images courtesy of official X posts from @rta_dubai and @boringcompany Dubai’s daily traffic jams could soon be history. Elon Musk’s Boring Company is digging deep to build the Dubai Loop, a 17-kilometre underground electric transit […]
From “yalla” to “habibi,” explore the history, fun uses, and classes to learn Arabic for Indians in the Gulf / Image generated by AI for illustrative purposes only When you live and work in the Gulf, a few Arabic words sneak into your vocabulary even if you don’t speak Arabic fluently. Words like yalla, inshallah, […]
Discover how UAE’s AI-driven smart cars at Gitex 2025 are set to transform visa violation detection and enforcement / Image Credit: Khaleej Times As Gitex Global 2025 continues to dazzle the world in Dubai, the UAE has once again raised eyebrows with a jaw-dropping innovation that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie. Among the […]
Abel Ariza, the CEO of Singapore-based Everhaus Group, began his professional journey far from the boardroom. At the age of 23, he worked as a bellboy at the Ritz-Carlton Barcelona, managing luggage for some of the world’s most prominent figures, including Bill Clinton, Nelson Mandela, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Mariah Carey. While the role may have […]
Aridge’s first manned flying car demo in Dubai thrills GCC buyers, showcasing futuristic eVTOL tech and the skyline of tomorrow/ Illustrative image created using AI Chinese flying-car maker Aridge (formerly Xpeng Aeroht) conducted its first manned flight in Dubai on Oct 12, 2025 and simultaneously announced a bulk order of 600 units from GCC buyers, […]
Dubai Police’s AI-driven patrols, automated smart stations, and tech innovations showcased at GITEX Global 2025. Dubai Police are taking technology to the next level at GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest tech and AI exhibition. From autonomous AI patrols to fully automated Smart Police Stations, visitors can see firsthand how Dubai is shaping the future […]
Gulf drivers enjoy potential fuel savings as OPEC+ announces November oil production boost, sending global prices down over 3% / Illustration generated using AI Good news for Gulf residents! The OPEC+ alliance, which includes key Gulf oil producers like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait, has announced a modest increase in oil production. This move […]
