Author: Emirates Insight
Both tourists and residents should be aware of these important phone numbers in DubaiLook, we know there’s an app for everything now; however, sometimes we just need to hear a human voice. These are the phone numbers you need to be aware of if you’re in Dubai, either living or visiting.Emergency numbers in DubaiPolice – 999To call the emergency line for Dubai police, it’s 999. This should be called when reporting a crime, accident, or need for police intervention.Ambulance – 998An ambulance should be called when there is a serious medical emergency. Whether it’s an accident, sudden illness, or other…
The UAE aviation sector has taken flight from humble 1930sorigins to an economic powerhouse with more than 205,000 direct jobs and a $92bn impact on the national economy. The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched a new series of analytical reports titled “A Closer Look: Civil Aviation in the UAE,” designed to provide deeper insights into the milestones, challenges, and future opportunities shaping the nation’s aviation sector. The series will spotlight the UAE’s strategic role as a global aviation hub, built on world-class infrastructure and forward-looking policies that have turned civil aviation into a cornerstone of national development.…
Your new digital beauty bestie is loadingThere’s no shortage of fabulous salons and beauticians across Dubai, but if you prefer some at-home pampering, take note – Europe’s leading Ruuby app is coming to Dubai.Set to launch in October, Ruuby is the luxury beauty concierge app that allows you to discover and book an array of five-star beauty services direct to your door. It’s already the service of choice for beauty lovers across London, Manchester and the South of France, with Dubai set to become its next global location.How it worksOnce you download the app and set up your profile, you’re…
Polkadot crypto might be out of the top 30, slipping below Toncoin (TON crypto) and Cronos (CRO) in the market cap ranking. However, this does not mean DOT USD is not being watched. DOT USD is firm at spot rates, and the candlestick arrangement suggests that the Polkadot price is primed for major gains that could propel it to new H2 2025 highs in the coming sessions. Coingecko data shows that Polkadot crypto has been stable in the past day and week, adding roughly +5%. At this pace, DOT USD is shaking off the weakness seen from mid-August 2025, finding…
The MGM megaproject will bring a new dimension to Dubai’s luxury hotel scene in 2028Dubai’s MGM Resort megaproject is one of the UAE’s most exciting developments – and it’s now got a new opening date. In the latest MGM earnings call, MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle confirmed that the MGM Dubai project would open in the second half of 2028, a year later than originally planned.Set on The Island by Wasl, a manmade island just past Burj Al Arab in Umm Suqueim, this 3.5 million square metre, USD2,5 billion island is set to become a Vegas-style emporium of hotels, entertainment and…
Rooted in heritage, it will feature a farm-to-table restaurant, horse paddock, coffee and date production, and a collection of beautiful bungalowsAbu Dhabi’s Liwa Desert has served as a meeting place for thousands of years. And a new project inspired by that legacy is set to emerge in the desert, as plans have been unveiled for the stunning Liwa Farm Village.A project designed by Venezuela-based Inca Hernandez Atelier, Liwa Farm Village will sit within Liwa Oasis on the edge of the Rub al Khail desert and will serve as a breathtaking community hub where futuristic design and local tradition come together.A…
ANZ-backed online shopping cashback platform Cashrewards has shut down. The company announced its demise on Monday afternoon with a notice saying “From 12pm AEST, Monday, 8 September 2025, Cashrewards ceased making offers available on its Website, App and Notifier.” Customers received an email around two hours after the shutdown, with the headline “URGENT: Cashrewards is closing – claim your cashback now”. The closure comes amid turmoil at ANZ under new CEO Nuno Matos, who’s currently on a cost cutting and firing spree that saw the bank gain notoriety last month when an automated email went out telling staff they’d been…
Is the bottom finally in? Bulls surely believe so. BTC ▲0.82% is stabilizing above $111,000, trading near $111,300 on September 8 as the crypto market shows signs of steady recovery. Most sectors are in the green: the AI and big data token market rose around 3%, while meme coins posted stronger gains. DOGE ▲7.55% climbed back to $0.23, and smaller crypto such as USELESS rallied about 30% over the past three days. Additional momentum comes from the first Dogecoin ETF, set to launch this week, and the introduction of Dogecoin Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs). Could be DOGE the best crypto…
At the heart of the UAE’s rich heritage lies falconry, a tradition as majestic and enduring as the desert itself. This age-old practice is a symbol of identity, resilience, and respect for nature. The International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX),taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi,offers a vital platform to showcase how this treasured tradition is being passionately preserved and invigorated in the modern age. One of the striking highlights at ADIHEX 2025 is the noticeable surge in participation from falcon farms worldwide, a 4X increase compared to the previous edition. These include leading falcon farms from across the UAE,…
This new Madinat Jumeirah addition, SANA is coming to Dubai this monthIt’s new restaurant season, and SANA is the latest addition to the new restaurants in Dubai. This stunning Uzbek restaurant is coming to Jumeirah Mina Al Salam in September and it’s promising to take guests on a journey along the Silk Road through bold flavours, rich culture and modern hospitality.The restaurant is coming from BIK Hospitality who are behind some big names in Dubai such as Cutfish in Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab and African Queen on J1 Beach.SANA is drawing inspiration from the legendary Restaurant Uzbekistan in Moscow and…