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Expats alert: Dubai tightens housing rules, shared apartment violations may cost Dh1 million fines

Dubai has enacted a stringent new law to regulate shared housing, imposing hefty fines up to Dh500,000 for violations and Dh1 million for repeat offenders. This move targets overcrowding and unsafe "bed-space" rentals, aiming to balance affordability with strict safety and quality standards in the booming property market. The regulation…

The Times of India

ElonTrades’s Dubai rant goes viral amid Iran vs US-Israel war: Why crypto trader says he was asked to get license to post online in the UAE emirate

A crypto trader's viral tweet about needing a social media permit in Dubai has ignited debate. While framed as bureaucracy, experts clarify that the new UAE regulations target promotional content and influencer marketing, aiming for transparency and professionalisation. This reflects a global trend of governments regulating the burgeoning digital advertising…

The Times of India

‘The shine has been taken off’: Dubai faces existential threat as foreigners flee conflict

Tens of thousands of residents and tourists have left UAE since the US and Israel started bombing Iran two weeks ago, leaving beach bars, malls and hotels eerily empty

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Thousands of pets being abandoned in Dubai as owners flee over Iran war

RSPCA say animals could become ‘hidden victims’ of conflict as charities in Gulf city report being overwhelmed

The Guardian - UK

Iran unleashes intense waves of strikes across Gulf as Hormuz crisis deepens

Iran intensifies missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, hitting near Dubai and Qatar as air defences respond, defying US President Trump’s claims that the war is winding down.

Euronews

Drones fall near Dubai airport leaving four people injured as flights are axed

Four people were injured after two drones fell near Dubai International airport

Evening Standard

Iran war costing travel industry £450m per day – but ‘quick’ recovery predicted

Exclusive: Cheap tickets and connectivity will lure passengers back to Gulf airlines, say experts

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Londoner arrested in Dubai for 'filming missiles' amid Iran bombardment

The 60-year-old British tourist was reportedly detained in Bur Dubai on Monday

Evening Standard

Iran war briefing: Tehran launches ‘heaviest’ barrage since start of conflict

Iran has launched what its state media called the "most intense and heaviest" barrage since the start of the conflict; Israel said it had tracked missiles being fired from Iran, while Saudi Arabia said it destroyed two drones heading towards an oil field. President Donald Trump has threatened Iran with…

The Independent UK

Viral video shows UAE F-16 shoot down Iranian drone over Dubai beach

Beachgoers in Dubai witnessed a dramatic moment up close as a fighter jet chased down and shot an Iranian drone right above them.

The Times of India

Second charter flight taking Brits home from Dubai departs for UK

A second charter flight, organised by the Foreign Office, has departed Dubai, bringing British nationals back to the UK. The aircraft was arranged to provide a swift and secure passage for individuals unable to secure seats on regular commercial services, with a particular focus on vulnerable passengers. Passengers were required…

The Independent UK

It’s not just influencers who move to Dubai

Letters: Ordinary people and families have made their homes there, writes Mark Husbands. Plus a letter from Jessamy Hadley

The Guardian - UK

'I'd planned to move to Dubai in the next few months — now we're back to square one'

Dan Marsh had intended to relocate to Dubai to open a new branch of his Brighton-based art gallery. Now, he’s staying put

Evening Standard

Dubai Chocolate adds new dimension to the US-Iran pistachio rivalry

A viral “Dubai Chocolate” craze — fueled by millions of social media views and a relentless appetite for pistachio-packed confections — has unexpectedly spotlighted a geopolitical story about pistachios, global agriculture, and economic competition. As Californian and Iranian growers both vie to meet skyrocketing demand, the humble nut has come…

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Euronews

Celestyal cancels all April cruises with ships still stuck in the Middle East

The cruise line is unable to reposition its vessels from the Gulf region, while MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys revise winter 2026-2027 schedules.

The Independent UK

Foreign Office no-go warning for Dubai airport leaves British travellers ‘stranded in paradise’

Exclusive: ‘It feels like Hotel California – you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave,’ said passenger Jeff Spencer

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18 Breathtaking Photos That Won Awards At The HIPA “Power” Competition

The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) is one of the world’s most prestigious photography competitions. Established in 2011 in Dubai, the award celebrates outstanding visual storytelling while promoting artistic and cultural excellence on a global stage. It also plays an important role locally by…

The Times of India

'Don't get eliminated yourself': Iran warns Donald Trump, slaps down 'empty' threats

Iran's security official warned President Trump to be careful after the US leader threatened harsher retaliation for any Strait of Hormuz disruption. Tehran continues regional attacks, with missile and drone strikes hitting Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Iran's parliament speaker indicated no ceasefire is sought, emphasizing retaliation against aggressors.…

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Evening Standard

Vicky Pattison blasts 'shameful' expats abandoning their pets in Dubai after returning to the UK

Pattison and her husband Ercan Ramadan have spoken out after escaping Dubai where they were caught in the Iran war while on holiday

The Times of India

Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum introduces strict new building law: Violators could face Dh2 million fines in UAE emirate

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE recently issued a new law on the quality and safety of buildings in the emirate, in his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai.

Evening Standard

US launches 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran yet as Tehran attacks countries across Gulf

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the US ‘will not relent until the enemy is totally and decisively defeated’

International Business Times UK

Dubai Influencers, Expats Abandon Pets; Euthanisation Requests Flood After Iran Attacks UAE

As Iranian missile strikes hit the UAE, a crisis unfolds in Dubai with pets being abandoned by fleeing residents. Discover the emotional and logistical challenges faced.

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Chanakya Niti: 5 Signs Someone Is Insecure But Acts Superior

We’ve all met someone who walks into a room with a certain energy. They speak with authority about everything. They correct people quickly. They compare achievements. They remind everyone what they’ve done, who they know, or how things should be done. From the outside, it looks like confidence. But sometimes,…

Fortune

Dubai’s signature Token2049 crypto event set to go forward even as other conferences hit pause amid growing conflict

The two-day conference bills itself as one of the world’s premier crypto events.

International Business Times UK

Is This The Last Chance To Buy Dubai Property Before Prices Surge Again?

Dubai's record $250bn real estate boom faces new questions as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East prompt investors to reassess risks and opportunities.

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