ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Customers are purchasing the first tickets for passenger rail services in the UAE following the launch of the Etihad Rail App and dedicated booking website, with over 5,000 passengers reserving seats within the first two days of bookings opening and the Etihad Rail App becoming the most downloaded free app in the country. The strong …

AJMAN / GULF TIME Her Highness Sheikha Wafa bint Humaid Al Mualla attended the opening ceremony of RA Electronics store in Ajman, one of the emerging specialized destinations offering advanced technology solutions and artificial intelligence-driven products. The mall provides a wide range of smart devices, innovative digital solutions, and modern technologies designed to serve diverse segments of society, combining smart …

ABU DHABI / WAM H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a phone call today from Abbas Araghchi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran. During the call, the two sides reviewed the overall situation in the region and the latest regional developments following the agreement on, and …

DUBAI / GULF TIME A survey conducted by W Capital Real Estate Brokerage revealed that the value of prospect and new real estate projects in Dubai since the beginning of 2026 has exceeded AED 275 billion. This indicator reflects the continued exceptional momentum in the real estate sector and reinforces the emirate’s entry into the largest half-year cycle of new …

DUBAI / GULF TIME As Dubai advances its ambition to become one of the world’s top three economic cities, efficient dispute resolution is becoming an increasingly important part of the infrastructure that underpins business confidence, investment and growth. The DIFC Courts Mediation Service Centre supports that ambition by adding to the range of dispute resolution services available through the DIFC …

DUBAI / WAM In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, issued Decree No. (17) of 2026 on the Board of Directors of the Dubai Judicial Institute, chaired by Counsellor Essam Issa Al Humaidan. According to the Decree, members of the Board include Dr. Saif Ghanem Al …

ABU DHABI / WAM President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique on the occasion of his country’s Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, …

WASHINGTON / WAM Oil prices continued their decline today, Thursday, approaching pre-war levels amid easing concerns about global supplies. Brent crude futures for August delivery fell by 40 cents, or 0.54%, to US$73.34 per barrel by 0004 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 27 cents, or 0.38%, to US$70.07 per barrel. Both benchmarks recorded sharp losses yesterday, Wednesday, …

GULF TIME Shangri-La Paris is delighted to unveil a new collaboration between Chi, The Spa and Aromatherapy Associates, pioneer of modern aromatherapy renowned for its expertise in essential oils and holistic wellbeing. Through this partnership, Chi, The Spa further enhances its holistic approach to wellbeing, offering experiences dedicated to emotional and physical balance, designed to address essential everyday needs such …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Marriott Executive Apartments, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, announces the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai. Developed by Orra Hotel Apartments LLC, the new property is designed to meet the evolving needs of long-stay business and leisure guests seeking flexibility, connectivity and residential comfort in one of Dubai’s most strategic …