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Desert-bred wheat from Sharjah outperforms global standards as demand grows for climate-resilient crops

SHARJAH, UAE, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharjah has achieved a breakthrough in desert wheat cultivation, producing plants with protein levels nearly twice the global soft-wheat average and yields above international benchmarks, a result that researchers say marks significant progress in crop breeding for arid regions. Second-generation plants from Sharjah's…

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UAE simplifies work permit system, expands categories to 13

The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has introduced new work permit reforms. These changes aim to accelerate hiring and simplify access to labour services. The ministry has expanded permit categories and reduced paperwork significantly. All services are now available digitally. This initiative supports faster transactions and enhances the…

The Economic Times

Middle East conflict hits hard disk drive shipments

Thailand's hard disk drive (HDD) exports to the Middle East are expected to contract by 18% to US$79 million this year as the Iran conflict disrupts maritime shipping and weighs on regional trade, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).

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Odisha single mother returns to India, reunites with daughters after years of being stranded in UAE

For nearly five years, three young girls in Odisha waited for their mother to return home. Their wait finally ended after a Facebook video, a legal intervention by the Odisha High Court, and a painstaking search by Indian officials in the UAE helped bring back Hasta Mahananda, a single mother…

The Times of India

Bybit Launches IPO Express, Becoming One of First Centralized Crypto Exchanges to Offer Tokenized IPO Access, Starting With SpaceX

DUBAI, UAE, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the launch of Bybit IPO Express, becoming one of the first centralized crypto exchanges globally to offer tokenized IPO (initial public offerings) at the offering price. Powered by Payward Services' xStocks, eligible…

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UAE suspends visas and bars entry for nationals of three countries amid Ebola precautions

The UAE has announced a temporary suspension of new visas for nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan as authorities step up measures to prevent the spread of Ebola.

The Times of India

UAE's MoEI partners with 42 Abu Dhabi for AI hackathon to transform government services

The UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi to launch a specialised Artificial Intelligence Hackathon aimed at creating technology-driven solutions to improve government services across key sectors.

The Times of India

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UAE nuclear plant attack 'serious compromise of nuclear safety': IAEA

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has declared a recent drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE a serious compromise of nuclear safety. The United Arab Emirates has blamed pro-Iran militants for the incident. The attack targeted an electricity facility, raising concerns about potential shutdowns.

The Economic Times

TikTok Feud Turns Fatal: Indian Expat Killed in Sharjah After Digital War Spills Into The Streets

An Indian expatriate in the UAE was killed following a TikTok dispute that escalated into a violent confrontation. Authorities have arrested multiple suspects as investigations continue.

International Business Times UK

Bybit Deepens Regulatory Engagement with Vietnam Following High-Level Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister

DUBAI, UAE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam's responsible digital asset development following a high-level meeting between Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, and Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Văn Thắng at the Government Headquarters in…

AAP

UAE makes history with launch of first ever licensed sports betting and iGaming platform

The United Arab Emirates has launched its first licensed online gaming platform, Play971. This marks a significant step in the country's regulated gaming industry. The platform offers sports wagering and internet gaming options. Users must be 21 and present in the UAE. This development signals a new era for regulated…

The Times of India

UAE Team Emirates-XRG to fight for Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes victory with pair of debutants

Isaac del Toro and João Almeida head up team's selection for eight-day Tour de France warmup

Cycling News

No Pogačar or Vingegaard but Paul Seixas faces test of Tour de France credentials against Del Toro, Ayuso and more – Analysing the contenders at Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

French star will face off against Isaac del Toro and Juan Ayuso, while Wout van Aert makes his return after Roubaix triumph

Cycling News

Major Setback for US: Saudi Arabia and UAE Block American Strikes on Iran

Saudi Arabia and the UAE have blocked US strikes on Iran, forcing a strategic rethink. This decision underscores the diplomatic leverage Gulf states hold over US military planning

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France 24

Strait of Hormuz oil crisis: An opportunity for Syria?

In the show this week, we look at how Syria could benefit from the oil crisis triggered by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. After Iran effectively closed the strategic waterway, Syria's Mediterranean port of Baniyas found itself emerging as a hub for crude oil transported overland from the UAE…

TechRadar

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in the UAE

How to watch World Cup 2026 in the UAE. Even though beIN Sports holds the broadcasting rights in the United Arab Emirates, there's a way to tune in for free.

The Times of India

No more late salaries? UAE sees 151% jump in payroll processing as private-sector firms rush to meet new deadline

UAE authorities have started tightening enforcement against delayed salary payments after a new wage payment rule came into effect on June 1, resulting in a sharp increase in payroll processing activity across the private sector.

The Times of India

UAE announces public holiday for Islamic New Year, three-day weekend for employees

The United Arab Emirates has declared Monday, June 15, a public holiday for both government employees and private sector workers to mark the Hijri New Year 1448.

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Bybit Becomes First Major Crypto Exchange to Integrate Western Union's USDPT Stablecoin, Bridging Two Financial Worlds Through One Stablecoin

DUBAI, UAE, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, and Western Union, the global money transfer network, today announced that its users can now access USDPT, a US dollar–denominated stablecoin issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, N.A. on the Solana blockchain, via Bybit's fiat…

Cycling News

'Tadej watched the Giro and saw how good Jonas Vingegaard was' - UAE Team Emirates-XRG 'ready to race hard' in Tour de France

Manager Mauro Gianetti suggests Giro could have been a 'very different race' without the loss of João Almeida, Adam Yates and Jay Vine

AAP

Vantage Markets Strengthens UAE and MENA Market Engagement with Trust Led Regional Strategy

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets today announced a strengthened UAE and MENA market engagement strategy, outlining a trust led regional direction focused on transparency, trader education, responsible market access and long-term participation in one of the world's fastest evolving financial hubs. "The UAE is one…

Euronews

Drone attack on UAE's Barakah more dangerous than Zaporizhzhia, IAEA chief tells Euronews

Rafael Grossi told Euronews the drone strike on the operating UAE nuclear plant posed greater risks than Zaporizhzhia because its reactors were live at the time of the attack, warning that tonnes of nuclear material could have triggered a radiological accident with "very, very serious consequences".

The Conversation

Gulf expat reactions to Iran war show us how countries like UAE instil loyalty in western migrants

When the US and Israel launched their strikes on Iran on February 28 and Iran retaliated by targeting the Gulf Arab states, I was closely monitoring social media accounts from the region. I research Middle East politics, with a focus on the Gulf, and the social media platforms I use…

AAP

DAMAC Digital reaches 6,000MW planned IT capacity landbank across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

CANNES, France and DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DAMAC Digital, a global digital infrastructure provider owned by DAMAC Group, has announced that its planned IT capacity landbank has reached 6,000MW across 13 countries and a planned portfolio of 35+ sites. The company is on a trajectory of global…

Fortune

The U.S. and Europe feared the Iran conflict would curtail the Gulf's appetite for global investments. The opposite is true

The five biggest spenders–split across Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar–collectively spent almost $26 billion during March, April and May.

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