Fahad Al Sheri has spent the better part of five years in the UAE watching how quickly this country moves — and making sure readers are never the last to know. As UAE News & Business Editor at What's Hot in UAE, he covers the policies, infrastructure projects, and regulatory changes that shape daily life across all seven emirates. His work sits at the intersection of government affairs and ground-level impact. A new bridge that cuts your commute by nine minutes. A change to end-of-service rules that affects your contract. A metro expansion that unlocks a new part of the city. These are the stories Fahad follows from announcement to delivery. Before joining What's Hot in UAE, Fahad contributed to regional business and current affairs coverage across several UAE-based platforms, developing a network of sources within government communications, urban planning, and the private sector. He reads every official gazette update so you don't have to. Based in Dubai, he covers the UAE with the attention to detail that only comes from genuinely living inside the story. Follow Fahad's work on Muck Rack and Mastodon .
Dubai gets a solid number of public holidays every year, but planning around them requires understanding which dates are fixed and which depend on the moon. Here is a list of all official UAE public holidays in 2026, including confirmed and expected Islamic dates, with notes on private-sector vs public-sector entitlements. For your convenience, these…
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The UAE Golden Visa in 2026 is a long-term residency visa that lets you live, work, and study in the UAE without needing a company or employer to sponsor your residency. It comes in 5-year and 10-year versions, is renewable, and covers your immediate family. Here is everything you need to know — How Much…
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If your DEWA bill feels like it needs a decoder ring, you are not alone. It is four pages of line items, surcharges, and fees that can look baffling the first time — and the second. This guide breaks down exactly what you are paying for, why each charge exists, and what you can actually…
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Abu Dhabi has put a temporary freeze on rent increases across the entire emirate, in a move that lands as welcome news for tenants and businesses alike. The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) announced the measure on Tuesday, 2 June 2026, with immediate effect, confirming it on its official social channels with a simple…
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Essential guide to UAE’s new tenant credit checks. Mitigate landlord risks & streamline applications. Learn how this major renting shift affects you in Dubai & Abu Dhabi.
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The Queen of the Court is back. Nearly four years after her emotional farewell at Arthur Ashe Stadium, 23-time Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams has announced she is coming out of retirement. She is returning to professional tennis. Confirming the news in an exclusive with ESPN, the icon revealed she’ll rejoin the WTA Tour…
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Discover UAE job switch rules. Avoid a one-year work permit ban & navigate MoHRE grace periods. Get the essential guide to secure your career in the Emirates now!
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Essential news for UAE commuters! Sharjah’s new Dh140M bridge will cut journey times by 9 minutes. See the immediate impact on Maliha Road and beyond. Find out more.
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Essential Dubai updates! Uncover 7 major changes: new e-scooter fines, 6-day Eid holiday, travel rights & banking shifts. Stay informed, avoid surprises.
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Uncover Dubai Metro’s Blue Line! Launching 2029, 14 new stations will slash traffic by 20% & link DXB. Find out how it revolutionises UAE travel.
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Discover Dubai Police’s urgent Eid Al Adha scam warning. Learn how to spot fake deals & avoid losing money to rising online fraud in the UAE. Protect yourself!
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