Author: Imtiyaz Ahmadi

UAE on Track: Etihad Rail Set to Launch Passenger Services Next Year

Written by on 8 December 2025

Get ready to ride. Etihad Rail is finally launching passenger services in 2026. This nationwide network will connect 11 major cities and regions, making it easier than ever to travel across the UAE. Beyond convenience, the railway is expected to boost the economy, reshape the real estate market, and encourage city-dwellers to live farther out […]

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Lando Norris Wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in a Stellar Season Finale

Written by on 8 December 2025

This race weekend we witnessed Lando Norris’ maiden F1 Drivers’ World Title. Ending four-time world champion Verstappen’s hopes of equalling Michael Schumacher’s record of five consecutive Drivers’ titles, Norris was the strongest contender with a 12-point lead over Verstappen, who was four points ahead of third-placed Piastri in what was a dramatic battle for the […]

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UAE Makes Big VAT Changes from January 2026

Written by on 5 December 2025

The UAE is changing the VAT rules from 1 January 2026 to make things simpler for businesses and residents. Companies using the reverse charge system no longer have to create self invoices but still need to keep records. People and businesses have five years to claim any VAT refunds. The Federal Tax Authority can deny […]

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Lando Norris Leads First Practice at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Written by on 5 December 2025

Lando Norris topped the times in the opening session of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, edging Max Verstappen by a tiny 0.008 seconds. Norris set his fastest lap at 1 minute 24.485 seconds around Yas Marina Circuit, showing strong pace ahead of the weekend’s title-deciding race. Verstappen and other leading drivers were close behind, […]

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DDLJ stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol visit London to unveil the first ever Bollywood bronze statue in the city

Written by on 5 December 2025

On December 4, 2025, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveiled a life-size bronze statue of their characters, Raj and Simran, from the 1995 film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) in Leicester Square, London. The statue marks the first time an Indian film has been honoured in the square’s “Scenes in the Square” walk-of-fame. The sculpture […]

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Germany Chosen to Host UEFA Women’s EURO 2029

Written by on 4 December 2025

At a meeting in Nyon, Switzerland on December 3, 2025, the governing body UEFA awarded hosting rights for the 2029 Women’s European Championship to Germany national women’s football team / Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB). Germany beat out competing bids from Poland and a joint Denmark-Sweden offer. The tournament will feature 16 teams competing across eight German […]

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UAE Organises Mass Weddings for 54 Couples in Gaza

Written by on 4 December 2025

A mass wedding for 54 Palestinian couples was held on December 2, 2025 in Khan Younis, Gaza, under the banner of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The event was organised by the UAE and funded by Al Fares Al‑Shahim to coincide with the country’s 54th National Day. The ceremony, named Thawb Al Farah (Garment of Joy), […]

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