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Real Estate · Lifestyle10 affordable studios from AED 800/month now open in Sharjah for UAE-based artists. Apply by September 10, 2026. Perfect for creatives seeking affordable workspace.
Technology · Business & EconomyFujairah government launches integrated cybersecurity campaign linking physical access with digital threats. Learn new compliance requirements for businesses and residents.
LifestyleNCM warns of dangerous dust and extreme heat in UAE today. Visibility drops to 1,000m, temperatures peak at 48°C. Safety tips for residents inside.
Business & Economy · TechnologyUAE's FTA Directive No. 3 (July 2026) mandates businesses handling crypto to use a three-platform averaging system for VAT. Essential compliance guide for businesses.
Business & EconomyKhalifa Fund launches 31 neighbourhood entrepreneurship centres across Abu Dhabi. Young UAE residents access hands-on business training, mentorship, and funding pathways—all in local Majalis near home.
Business & Economy · TourismAl Wathba Dates Festival in Abu Dhabi drew 25,000+ visitors, distributing AED 5.6M to farmers and supporting UAE food security strategy with heritage agriculture.
Tourism · Business & EconomyEtihad's daily Abu Dhabi-Tashkent service offers weekend getaways, cheaper travel to Samarkand, and new business connections for UAE residents and expatriates.
Business & Economy · PoliticsUAE Minister of State meets Zimbabwean President Mnangagwa in Harare as bilateral trade reaches $7 billion. Strategic partnership in minerals and agriculture.
Technology · Business & EconomyUAE successfully stopped coordinated cyberattacks targeting airports, power grids, and universities. Details on the August 10 operation and threat landscape.