Emirates and Etihad Resume Normal US Services After Major FAA Outage Disrupted Northeast Airports
Emirates and Etihad flights to and from the United States resumed on Tuesday after a major US air traffic control communications outage caused widespread delays and cancellations at Northeast airports the previous day. Both UAE carriers kept key routes to New York and Boston running through the disruption, though residual delays are expected as US airports work to restore full capacity.
UAE Flights Run With Delays as Foreign Airlines Stagger Their Return
Air travel from Dubai and Abu Dhabi is operating but uneven, with delays, some regional cancellations and many international carriers still suspended. Dubai Airports says airline capacity has recovered to about 84 per cent of earlier levels.
Abu Dhabi's Eagle Hills Signs $20 Billion Maldives Waterfront and Marina Deal
Abu Dhabi developer Eagle Hills has signed an agreement with the Maldives government for a waterfront and marina project at Ras Male, with about $20 billion of investment envisioned across its phases. Financing and timelines have not yet been disclosed.
Why Younger UAE Buyers Are Choosing Lighter, Everyday Gold Over Heavy Traditional Pieces
Jewellers in the UAE say millennials and Gen Z still value gold as an investment and family tradition, but they favour lighter, wearable and 18-karat designs. High prices are part of the reason, though retailers say style matters just as much. Heavy pieces remain popular for weddings and milestones.
UAE Flight Status Today: Delays and Cancellations Hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah Airports
Flydubai, Air Arabia and SpiceJet cancelled a number of regional services on 19 September, while dozens of Emirates, Etihad and flydubai departures ran late. Emirates and Etihad said their schedules were broadly normal. Several European and North American carriers are still keeping Dubai flights suspended.
Nakheel Awards Major Contract to Build Hundreds of Homes on Dubai Islands
State-owned developer Nakheel has awarded a construction contract worth over AED800 million to build hundreds of new homes on Dubai Islands, with handovers targeted for 2028. The project adds to a wave of major developments reshaping Dubai's coastline.
Abu Dhabi Widens Holiday Home Market by Allowing Tenants to Apply Under New Regulations
Abu Dhabi has updated its holiday home framework to allow tenants with landlord consent to apply for short-term rental licences, not just property owners. The move mirrors a similar shift in Dubai and is expected to broaden the emirate's fast-growing short-term rental sector.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi Airports Stay Largely on Schedule Despite Regional Airspace Disruptions
Flight operations at Dubai and Abu Dhabi's main airports remain largely intact on Friday even as several international airlines adjust or suspend routes due to ongoing regional tensions. Passengers are advised to check individual flight status directly given the fluid situation.
Dubai Aviation Sector Shows Signs of Recovery Despite Ongoing Gulf Disruptions and Rising Oil Prices
Dubai's aviation sector is showing gradual signs of recovery even as some flight disruptions persist, with more than 170 delays reported at the city's two main airports last weekend. Rising fuel costs, driven by Brent crude surpassing $107 a barrel, continue to weigh on airline operations across the Gulf.
Arab Media Summit 2026 Puts AI and Gen Z Storytelling at the Heart of Dubai's Global Media Push
The Arab Media Summit 2026, running from September 15 to 17 at Dubai World Trade Centre, has drawn around 10,000 media professionals to explore how artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and Gen Z audiences are reshaping journalism and the wider creative economy across the region.
Abu Dhabi's L'IMAD to Take Near-Full Control of AD Ports Group in Landmark Dh6.25-a-Share Deal
Abu Dhabi's sovereign investment vehicle L'IMAD has concluded its voluntary tender offer for AD Ports Group, raising its stake to more than 98.5 percent. The Dh6.25-a-share deal, expected to settle by October 9, marks the latest in a string of full-control acquisitions by the emirate's wealth fund.
Saudi Arabia Declares Mecca Security a 'Red Line' After Intercepting Houthi Drone
Saudi Arabia's air defences intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca on Tuesday evening, prompting the Saudi-led coalition to declare the safety of Islam's holiest sites a "red line." The Houthis denied targeting the city, as the incident deepens an already volatile regional security picture.