Gold prices in Dubai have surged to record highs, pushing up jewellery costs and raising the bar for savers using gold as an investment. The price climb reflects global economic dynamics and strong local demand, reshaping how residents plan purchases and manage savings.
As Christmas approaches, many UAE residents wonder whether December 25 is a public holiday. While the UAE does not officially designate Christmas as a federal holiday, the festival is widely celebrated socially. Private companies, schools, and families often make their own arrangements, reflecting the country’s multicultural character.
Read MoreThe UAE’s Ministry of Education has clarified a new admissions rule for the 2025‑26 school year, confirming that meeting the minimum age requirement alone does not guarantee enrolment.
Read MoreThe UAE has rolled out a smarter, fully digital edition of its Wage Protection System (WPS), allowing real-time salary tracking and streamlined wage payments for over 99% of private-sector workers. The upgrade, backed by the labour ministry and the Central Bank, aims to strengthen transparency, ensure timely payment, and modernise payroll processing across the UAE.
Read MoreGoogle is gearing up to reshape the wearable technology landscape with its upcoming AI-powered smart glasses, due for release in 2026. Designed to integrate advanced AI assistance, real-time information display, and hands-free functionality, the new glasses aim to offer a seamless alternative to the smartphone.
Read MoreThe UAE has rolled out significant changes to its traffic laws that directly impact everyone driving on Emirates roads. Whether you're a long-time resident, expat, or new driver, staying updated on these regulations can save you from hefty fines and keep you safe.
Read MoreFrom tougher environmental and tax regulations to futuristic transport and updated school calendars — 2026 promises to be a transformational year in the UAE. Residents should prepare for sweeping changes across everyday life: shopping, schooling, travel, business, and mobility.
Read MoreThe UAE has launched a unified “smart journey” allowing citizens to renew their passports and Emirates ID cards in a single, streamlined process — cutting processing times by half and eliminating redundant paperwork. The new service reflects the nation’s push for digital-first governance under the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme.
Read MoreSaudi Arabia’s new unified visa platform now allows UAE and other GCC residents to apply online for a single-entry or multiple-entry eVisa — streamlining travel for tourism, family visits, and Umrah. The system promises faster approvals, simpler documentation, and greater convenience for Gulf-based expatriates.
Read MoreUAE banks have revised their lending criteria by setting a minimum monthly salary of Dh5,000 for personal loan applicants. The updated benchmark aims to ensure better repayment capacity, strengthen credit discipline, and streamline loan approvals across the banking sector.
Read MoreThe UAE’s 54th National Day celebrations swept across the country on December 2, 2025, lighting up skylines with fireworks, filling public spaces with cultural events and bringing communities together in a vibrant display of national pride, unity and festive spirit.
Read MoreDubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has announced three days of free public parking — from November 30 to December 2 — across standard parking zones, as part of its UAE National Day / Eid Al Etihad holiday celebrations. The waiver excludes multi-level car parks and Al Khail Gate (N-365), where parking charges will still apply.
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