Dubai recorded the highest number of $10 million‑plus property transactions in Q3 2026, though sales dropped 34% from the prior quarter. Hong Kong surpassed Dubai in aggregate value, marking its first lead since Q2 2022.
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai has been awarded a 7‑star rating by the Global Innovation Institute for its future‑shaping initiatives. Highlights include a 3.4‑second “Red Carpet” immigration process and an AI‑driven Future Radar system.
Naifa Balkies Hameed was struck on Al Khawaneej Street after her car broke down. Experts urge drivers to move away from traffic, use warning devices and remain vigilant.
A 110‑metre pedestrian bridge connecting City Walk’s Coca‑Cola Arena with the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro station will open on Tuesday. The structure can move up to 10,000 people per hour and is part of a wider safety plan through 2030.
The Rewaq Educational Institute has started the second phase of its free training program for workers in Dubai, focusing on first‑aid, fire safety and mental health. Backed by UAE authorities, the initiative aims to reach over 5,000 laborers directly and 15,000 indirectly.
Dubai’s transport authority is testing a new Nol‑Jaywan card that merges public‑transport fare with broader payment functions. The trial, launched this month, aims to let commuters use one card for travel, parking and everyday purchases.
Riyan Malhan became the first Emirati to capture a Youth Olympic gold medal in badminton, beating France’s Mady Sow in the final. The triumph follows his earlier Asian junior titles and highlights UAE’s rising badminton program.
A rear‑end collision on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road left a Pakistani expat’s dogs distressed. Dubai police intervened, arranged a pet ambulance and ensured the animals received care.
A pair of collisions on Sheikh Khalifa Road in Fujairah claimed 14 lives and left 30 people wounded. Victims included nationals from the UAE, India, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan and Brazil.
The Federal Aviation Administration halted all departures across the United States on Friday because of a system‑wide communication problem affecting air‑traffic control towers. The move comes as the agency seeks billions in funding to upgrade the nation’s air‑traffic infrastructure.
Joy Ibrahim, a leading Jordanian content creator, addressed the power of true storytelling at the Sharjah Book Fair. She urged aspiring creators to stay persistent and choose platforms that suit their unique narratives.
Sharjah’s International Book Fair will hold Malayalam events on 15 November, with talks by Dr. Mustafa Tanveer and influencer Wafi Shihab. The program includes book launches and an extended question‑and‑answer session.
A widespread Outlook and Teams disruption hit Thursday, leaving many organisations unable to access email. Industry voices highlight the risks of centralized cloud services and urge robust contingency measures.
