SHARJAH / WAM In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Honorary President of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), and in support of her efforts to strengthen intellectual property protection frameworks and advance the publishing and creative industries, ERRA signed a bilateral cooperation agreement with the Polish Reprographic Rights Organisation (KOPIPOL), specialising in the collective management …

DUBAI / GULF TIME In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issued Law No. (12) of 2026 concerning the Community Development Authority in Dubai. The Law states that the Authority’s objectives include the regulation and development of Dubai’s social sector to enhance sustainable …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Bayut, the UAE’s leading property portal, has become the first UAE-based Real Estate platform available as an app on ChatGPT, introducing a new way for users to search for properties through natural, conversation-based discovery. The Bayut App on ChatGPT allows users to discover listings by simply describing what they are looking for, including location, budget, size, …

DUBAI / WAM The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre (FCSC) announced that the UAE’s real gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6.2 percent in 2025 compared to 2024, reaching AED1.9 trillion. Non-oil GDP increased by 6.8 percent during 2025 compared to 2024, reaching AED1.5 trillion. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, said the national economy continues …

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the graduation ceremony of the Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) at the University of the Art Sharjah – Class of 2026 – on Sunday morning. The ceremony, held at the university theatre, celebrated the graduation of 52 students. Upon arrival, …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME The dynamic, Yas Marina Circuit is marking the Eid Al Adha holiday with a Trackside Eid Staycation offer, giving guests the opportunity to combine high-adrenaline driving experiences with a complimentary overnight stay at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island. The offer allows guests booking selected DriveYAS experiences to receive a one-night stay for two, including accommodation and …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME This Eid Al Adha, escape to one of the UAE’s most extraordinary natural sanctuaries with Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island’s Island Discovery offer, where untouched coastline, open savannah and remarkable wildlife encounters come together on the protected shores of Sir Bani Yas Island. Reached by boat and removed entirely from the pace of everyday life, …

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME This Eid Al Adha, discover a side of summer shaped by sweeping desert horizons, stillness and extraordinary beauty at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, where the vast majesty of the Empty Quarter sets the scene for a seasonal escape unlike anywhere else in the region. Here, days begin with sunrise over rolling dunes …

DUBAI / GULF TIME The Mohammed Bin Rashid Library marked Emirati Writer’s Day with a large-scale cultural celebration held in collaboration with leading cultural and national institutions across the UAE, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Emirati writers and strengthening the country’s literary and creative landscape. The event brought together prominent Emirati writers, intellectuals, researchers, and creatives for a series of …

DUBAI / GULF TIME Repton Al Barsha celebrated the graduation of its first-ever A-Level cohort of 27 students, with graduates securing offers and scholarships from leading universities across the UK, Canada and the United States. Held on 23rd May at Raffles The Palm Dubai, the ceremony brought together students, families, staff and distinguished guests including Mrs Chandini Misra, Principal of …