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Trump Expands Access to Tax-Free Red-Dyed Diesel as US Fuel Prices Surge

Trump Expands Access to Tax-Free Red-Dyed Diesel as US Fuel Prices Surge

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order temporarily expanding access to tax-exempt red-dyed diesel, in a move aimed at easing the impact of soaring fuel costs on American truckers, farmers and other diesel users.

Seven Korean AI Healthcare Firms to Present Solutions at Abu Dhabi Summit

Seven Korean AI Healthcare Firms to Present Solutions at Abu Dhabi Summit

Seven leading South Korean healthcare technology companies are set to showcase their latest AI-powered medical solutions in Abu Dhabi on October 22, as Korea and the UAE deepen cooperation in digital health and medical innovation.

flydubai Halts Israel Flights After FZ1073 Cockpit Security Incident

flydubai Halts Israel Flights After FZ1073 Cockpit Security Incident

flydubai has temporarily suspended all flights to and from Israel after a serious security incident aboard flight FZ1073, which was travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv on September 30.

Trump Predicts Swift End to Iran Conflict as IRGC Calls US Campaign a Failure

Trump Predicts Swift End to Iran Conflict as IRGC Calls US Campaign a Failure

U.S. President Donald Trump has said the conflict with Iran could end “very soon,” while Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has accused Washington of failing to achieve its objectives and called for the United States to leave the region.

Oil Prices Rise as Trump Rejects Iran Hormuz Proposal, Murban Jumps 3.4%

Oil Prices Rise as Trump Rejects Iran Hormuz Proposal, Murban Jumps 3.4%

Oil prices moved higher on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, keeping concerns about fuel supplies and shipping routes across the Middle East.

Dubai Gold Prices Plunge as 14K Falls to Dh300 and 24K Drops Dh11

Dubai Gold Prices Plunge as 14K Falls to Dh300 and 24K Drops Dh11

Gold prices in Dubai opened sharply lower on Monday, with the 14-karat rate falling to Dh300 per gram as higher oil prices and growing expectations of another US interest-rate hike put pressure on bullion.

Air India and flydubai Link Networks, Expanding Travel Options for UAE-India Passengers

Air India and flydubai Link Networks, Expanding Travel Options for UAE-India Passengers

Air India and flydubai have entered a new interline partnership that will give passengers more ways to travel between the UAE, India and destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Melodica Brings Music and Dance Experience to KidZania Dubai Mall

Melodica Brings Music and Dance Experience to KidZania Dubai Mall

Melodica Music & Dance Academy has officially opened a new academy inside KidZania at Dubai Mall, bringing music education, creativity and performance opportunities into one of Dubai’s popular family destinations.

UAE Fuel Prices for October: Will Petrol, Diesel Costs Rise Again?

UAE Fuel Prices for October: Will Petrol, Diesel Costs Rise Again?

UAE motorists could see another rise in petrol and diesel prices in October as Brent crude remains above $100 a barrel and global fuel markets face continued supply uncertainty.

New UPI Charges From October 15: What UAE NRIs Need to Know Before Paying

New UPI Charges From October 15: What UAE NRIs Need to Know Before Paying

UAE-based Indians who use India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for payments in India will continue to use the system without paying a direct transaction fee, even after a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework takes effect on October 15, 2026.

A-MAP Showcases UAE Pride at ADNOC Voyager Dealer Meet 2026, Launches Voyager Gold

A-MAP Showcases UAE Pride at ADNOC Voyager Dealer Meet 2026, Launches Voyager Gold

Al Muqarram Auto Parts LLC (A-MAP) celebrated its partnership with ADNOC Voyager and the strength of the UAE automotive aftermarket at the fourth ADNOC Voyager Dealer Meet Dubai 2026, held under the theme “Proudly UAE – Powering Every Journey.”

Etihad Rail Freight Launches Direct Fujairah-Abu Dhabi Cargo Service

Etihad Rail Freight Launches Direct Fujairah-Abu Dhabi Cargo Service

Etihad Rail Freight and AD Ports Group have launched a direct rail freight service connecting Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), creating a new cargo route designed to make the movement of goods across the UAE faster and more integrated.

‘AI Is Not Going to Smile at You’: Rotana CEO on UAE Hotels, Recovery and Growth

‘AI Is Not Going to Smile at You’: Rotana CEO on UAE Hotels, Recovery and Growth

Artificial intelligence may transform parts of the hotel industry, but it will not replace the human connection that sits at the heart of hospitality, according to Rotana CEO Philip Barnes.

Oil Prices Fall, Brent Slides to $103 per Barrel, WTI at $100

Oil Prices Fall, Brent Slides to $103 per Barrel, WTI at $100

Oil prices continued to decline on Friday, extending losses for a third consecutive session as signs of alternative supply routes eased some concerns over disruptions in the Middle East.

dnata CEO Sees Dubai Travel Demand Fully Turning Around in Q1 2027 as Cargo Posts ‘Mega Growth’

dnata CEO Sees Dubai Travel Demand Fully Turning Around in Q1 2027 as Cargo Posts ‘Mega Growth’

Dubai’s travel market could see a strong recovery in early 2027, with dnata CEO Nabil Sultan expecting a “complete turnaround” in passenger demand during the first quarter as international airlines restore capacity and travellers return to the UAE.

Iran Oil Exports ‘Near Zero’ as US Blockade Reshapes Gulf Trade

Iran Oil Exports ‘Near Zero’ as US Blockade Reshapes Gulf Trade

Iran’s oil exports have fallen to near-zero levels as a U.S. naval blockade and continuing disruption around the Strait of Hormuz prevent much of Tehran’s crude from reaching international buyers.

Indian Rupee, Pakistani Rupee and Philippine Peso Stay Soft, Lifting Dirham Value for Expats

Indian Rupee, Pakistani Rupee and Philippine Peso Stay Soft, Lifting Dirham Value for Expats

UAE expatriates sending money to India, Pakistan and the Philippines are getting a stronger exchange-rate advantage as the Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee and Philippine peso remain weak against the UAE dirham.

Oil Prices Ease but Remain Above $100 as Hormuz Risks Persist

Oil Prices Ease but Remain Above $100 as Hormuz Risks Persist

Oil prices edged lower in early Monday trading after a sharp weekly rally, but crude remained firmly above $100 a barrel as attacks on shipping and disruption to a major Saudi pipeline kept global supply concerns elevated.

Arabian Travel Market at 33: From Dubai Attractions to the Global Tourism Trends That Shaped Travel

Arabian Travel Market at 33: From Dubai Attractions to the Global Tourism Trends That Shaped Travel

The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is entering its 33rd edition this month, reflecting how dramatically Dubai and the wider Middle East have changed the global tourism landscape over the past three decades

Saudi Oil Pipeline May Be Hit as Houthi Attacks Escalate: Report

Saudi Oil Pipeline May Be Hit as Houthi Attacks Escalate: Report

Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure is facing growing security risks as Iran-backed Houthi forces intensify attacks in and around the kingdom, raising concerns that critical pipelines and export routes could become the next targets.