Dubai-based startup XPANCEO has raised $250M to develop the world’s first smart contact lens with AR, health tracking, night vision, and more. Valued at $1.35B, it’s now the UAE’s 12th unicorn. The lens aims to replace all personal devices with a single wearable powered by AI, biosensors, and nanotechnology.
Escobar, Beirut’s iconic Latin lounge, has opened in Dubai at Palm Jumeirah’s West Beach. With bold Tex-Mex dishes, tropical cocktails, and Latin party vibes, it’s set to be a new hotspot. Located in Radisson Beach Resort, it blends beachside dining with lively entertainment from noon to 3 AM daily.
Read MoreMoFA and Abu Dhabi Customs have signed an MoU to build a smart digital system for data sharing. The partnership aims to boost service quality, support digital transformation, and streamline customs operations in line with Abu Dhabi's vision. The move will enhance government efficiency and support a future-ready UAE.
Read MoreSkyports has teamed up with the Ajman Transport Authority to bring smart flying taxi hubs (vertiports) to Ajman. The deal includes site selection, technical studies, and future-ready planning. This supports Ajman's Vision 2030. Skyports is also working in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, aiming to launch electric air taxi services soon.
Read MoreActor Manuel Masalva, known for Narcos: Mexico, spent 105 days in a Dubai hospital battling a severe bacterial infection. After weeks in a coma and intensive care, he’s now recovering. In an emotional Instagram post, he said he feels “reborn” and thanked fans, doctors, and God for a second chance at life.
Read MoreUAE authorities have firmly denied recent rumours about granting lifetime Golden Visas to certain nationalities. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) clarified that all Golden Visas are issued for fixed terms—5 or 10 years—based on strict eligibility criteria, and must be processed solely through official government channels.
Read MoreThe UAE Ministry of Education has issued a clear set of guidelines outlining how tuition and related fees should be refunded when students withdraw or transfer from private schools. Applicable in Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah, the policy ensures transparency, protects parents’ rights, and defines schools' responsibilities in managing fee refunds.
Read MoreAs teens spend more time online, experts and platforms like TikTok and Snapchat urge UAE parents to shift from control to collaboration—using digital tools to build trust, start conversations, and guide their children safely through the digital world.
Read MoreA young driver in Dubai has been arrested after a video showed him speeding on the road shoulder and risking lives. Dubai Police fined him Dh50,000 under strict traffic laws and urged the public to report such dangerous behaviours to help keep roads safe.
Read MoreWith ASC 2025, Sharjah positions itself as a global hub for education innovation, combining local commitment with global expertise to create transformative change in classrooms. By turning challenges into opportunities, the emirate is not just asking what education should be—but building what it can become.
Read MoreA 68-year-old British expat in Dubai underwent a rare nine-hour surgery to remove a life-threatening butterfly glioma. The patient now focuses on hope and gratitude, while doctors highlight advances like Tumor Treating Fields and proton therapy.
Read MoreEmirates has extended its suspension of flights to and from Tehran until July 15, citing operational reasons linked to recent tensions between Iran and Israel. The airline prioritises passenger safety as regional instability forces carriers to adjust routes and schedules.
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