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fromIndependent
1 month ago
World news

'We now have money at the end of the month' - meet the Irish people who moved to Dubai to build a nest egg

World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Facts vs. influencers: Is the 'Dubai dream' really over?

The Iran war threatens the perception of Dubai as a safe, luxury haven for foreigners.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
World news

'We now have money at the end of the month' - meet the Irish people who moved to Dubai to build a nest egg

Boston real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
9 hours ago

9 Best Places in the Caribbean to Buy a Home, Including Islands Where You Can Become a Citizen

Choosing the right Caribbean island for home buying involves factors like accessibility, weather, government stability, and real estate market conditions.
#remote-work
fromIslands
1 week ago
Travel

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise - Islands

Remote work has surged due to the pandemic, leading to the rise of digital nomads and countries offering incentives for remote workers.
fromRoughMaps
1 month ago
Real estate

20 Cities Where Digital Nomads Wore Out Their Welcome - RoughMaps

Remote workers concentrated in walkable neighborhoods drive housing shortages, rent increases, and civic backlash, prompting regulatory clashes in multiple cities.
London food
fromThe i Paper
1 day ago

I work remotely in Italy for 90 days of the year - I've cut my spending by a third

A British remote worker saves a third of her income living in Trieste, Italy, compared to London, and plans to make the move permanent.
Digital life
fromRoughMaps
2 days ago

Why Digital Nomads Are Wearing Out Their Welcome - RoughMaps

Remote workers have significantly impacted local housing markets, leading to increased rents and displacement in cities like Lisbon and Mexico City.
Travel
fromIslands
1 week ago

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise - Islands

Remote work has surged due to the pandemic, leading to the rise of digital nomads and countries offering incentives for remote workers.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'People say "just go to Australia" but you shouldn't feel like you have to leave' - how Ireland's older teens feel about their financial futures

The Central Statistics Office has been surveying the same group of people born in 1998 since they were nine years old, releasing reports at key moments in their adolescence.
Education
Retirement
fromSubstack
1 week ago

Episode 184: Expat Retirement Planning, Dual Citizenship Taxes, and the Babylist IPO

American expats must navigate complex retirement planning and tax implications when living abroad.
#digital-nomad
Barcelona
fromYahoo Travel
4 days ago

165,000 digital nomads have left the UK: Which countries are they moving to?

Remote workers from the UK are increasingly adopting a digital nomad lifestyle abroad to escape high living costs and enjoy better work-life balance.
Barcelona
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Which countries are the UK's digital nomads moving to?

UK remote workers are increasingly relocating abroad for better living conditions and work-life balance amid the cost of living crisis.
Barcelona
fromYahoo Travel
4 days ago

165,000 digital nomads have left the UK: Which countries are they moving to?

Remote workers from the UK are increasingly adopting a digital nomad lifestyle abroad to escape high living costs and enjoy better work-life balance.
Barcelona
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Which countries are the UK's digital nomads moving to?

UK remote workers are increasingly relocating abroad for better living conditions and work-life balance amid the cost of living crisis.
fromVITA Daily
3 days ago

From Snowbirds To Stakeholders: Why Canadians Are Buying Into Caribbean Living - VITA Daily

The growing uncertainty with US and Canada relations has many Canadian buyers seeking the new warm weather opportunities. Cabo represents one of the most stable locations in all of Mexico and caters to expats, making the move seamless.
Real estate
#wealth-migration
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

These 18 Countries Offer the Quickest Path to Citizenship in 5 Years or Less-and Some in Just 2 Years

Naturalization is often the best, most logical path forward for those without the necessary family ties or funds. It involves living legally in the country for a set number of years, demonstrating familiarity with the language, and sometimes passing a test on history, culture, and the political system.
Europe politics
Cooking
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 days ago

Video: Dujjonku (Dubai Chocolate Chewy Cookies)

Dujjonku is a unique confection combining Dubai chocolate and Korean chewy textures, featuring a pistachio cream filling wrapped in marshmallow.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
5 days ago

Virgin Atlantic's updates on flight operations to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has led airlines to adjust flight schedules, causing uncertainty for travelers.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
5 days ago

Harish Pandey Joins GoWit as Head of Growth for MENA & India

Harish Pandey has been appointed head of growth for MENA and India at GoWit to drive regional expansion and strategic growth initiatives.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I was beaten and tortured': how a British father and son made a fortune in Dubai then became wanted men

Albert Douglas attempted to escape to Oman to avoid legal troubles in Dubai, facing imminent arrest and severe penalties.
London food
fromIndependent
2 days ago

An Irish Goodbye from... Hong Kong: 'Rent is huge. You pay the same for a tiny apartment here as you would for a house in Ireland'

Simon Wilson values his Irish roots while appreciating life in Hong Kong for his family's upbringing.
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Leaving the UAE? These are the money mistakes you need to avoid

While wealthy and glamorous influencers try to convince their followers that their upwardly mobile lives in Dubai are just peachy, in reality, many young Irish teachers and nurses are wondering whether it's time to pack up and return home.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Expat influencers sold Dubai to the world and were paid to look the other way. Now the dream is crumbling | Brigid Delaney

The lack of sympathy for Australian and British expats and influencers in Dubai has been curious, especially after their adopted home was bombed in the initial days of the war.
London politics
fromCN Traveller
4 days ago

What the US-Iran two-week ceasefire means for travel in the Middle East

Cathay Pacific has cancelled all flights to and from Dubai and Riyadh until at least 31 May, allowing customers to rebook, reroute, or refund their tickets.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

How important are the Gulf economies to the world?

The ongoing conflict between the US and Israel against Iran is creating significant challenges for Gulf Arab nations, which are already feeling the economic strain from rising tensions and instability in the region.
World politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

I moved to Dubai for a job 2 years ago. It's still where I see my future.

Growing up in a small village in Lebanon taught me resilience and adaptability. Those qualities have influenced my character and my approach to design and decision-making.
Renovation
Europe news
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Dubai destination swaps: How Irish holidaymakers are rethinking travel as war continues and flight prices rise

Irish holidaymakers are adjusting travel plans to avoid high prices and conflicts in the Middle East.
Madrid food
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

The Best Places For Expats, As Per Three New Studies

Quality of life, safety, and affordability are key factors for expats seeking ideal living conditions in smaller towns.
Berlin
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

All architectural styles and none at the same time': how Dubai became a catalog of whims on a colossal scale

Dubai represents a realized dystopia from 1970s science fiction, featuring artificial islands, extreme climate control, and authoritarian governance that attracts millions despite its fundamental structural contradictions.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Migrant workers keep Dubai running but can't afford to flee Iranian strikes

Migrant workers in Dubai face increased risks amid regional conflict, highlighting their crucial role in the city's economy and the precariousness of their lives.
Real estate
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Dubai vs London: Why global investors are looking beyond traditional property markets - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Dubai increasingly competes with London as a property investment destination, offering higher rental yields, investor-friendly conditions, and strong capital growth potential that appeal to globally mobile buyers.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Relocation to Dubai from the United Kingdom - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

In the UK, income tax can reach 45%, corporation tax has climbed toward 25%, and dividend taxation further reduces net income. In Dubai, by contrast, personal income tax does not exist, and qualifying free-zone income may benefit from 0% corporate tax structures.
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Tourists in Dubai Treated as a 'National Security Risk' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

This case represents a troubling development where a tourist, already traumatised by the incident, is being treated as a national security risk over what would ordinarily be considered minor conduct. No harm was intended. Under these laws, he can be kept indefinitely.
Berlin
fromwww.archdaily.com
3 weeks ago

Repeat Wellness Club / MEAN* (Middle East Architecture Network)

Occupying a former ground-floor commercial unit, the existing interior carried the accumulated traces of successive tenants, including uneven walls, residual structures, and fragmented layouts. Local planning regulations required the exterior facade to remain untouched, concentrating all architectural intervention within the historic envelope.
Renovation
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Dubai's Army of Influencers Gets Back in Line

Your boy is currently in the middle of World War III right now," the day trader Mike Babayan, who posts under the handle "Nitrotrades," said into his camera on February 28, a clip that garnered 1.1 million views on Instagram Reels. It was a departure from his usual fare of filming fancy sports cars and stock-trading strategies. Now "I am seeing a lot of people who are just, like, packing up and leaving altogether.
Social media marketing
Miami
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm moving from Miami to Dubai. The Middle East conflict won't stop me.

A 31-year-old American hairdresser relocates from Miami to Dubai in April, attracted by no income tax, safety, and cultural appeal despite geopolitical concerns.
Renovation
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Design Inspirations From Palm Jumeirah's Villa Homes

Palm Jumeirah villa design principles—sea-facing sightlines, seamless indoor-outdoor transitions, and textured neutral palettes—create luxury homes that prioritize views, comfort, and architectural privacy.
World news
fromConde Nast Traveler
9 months ago

Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Americans Advised to 'Reconsider Travel' to UAE

The US State Department elevated its UAE travel advisory to level 3, warning Americans to reconsider travel due to Iranian drone and missile attack threats targeting US-associated locations.
#relocation
fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye... from Cairo: 'You'd be surprised how often you visit the pyramids when you actually live here'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye... from Cairo: I live in a three-bedroom apartment - having that much space and privacy would be almost impossible for me to afford back home

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye: 'You'd be surprised how often you visit the pyramids when you actually live here'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye... from Cairo: 'You'd be surprised how often you visit the pyramids when you actually live here'

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye... from Cairo: I live in a three-bedroom apartment - having that much space and privacy would be almost impossible for me to afford back home

fromIndependent
1 month ago
London food

An Irish Goodbye: 'You'd be surprised how often you visit the pyramids when you actually live here'

Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Dubai's status as a global hub is at risk, as the Iran conflict is already disrupting travel beyond the Middle East

Iran conflict disrupts Dubai's travel hub status through flight cancellations, rerouted air routes, surging oil prices, and potential permanent shifts in airline operations.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Iran's Attacks are Destroying Dubai's Sense of Safety and Possibility

Dubai attracted Iranian migrants seeking stability and safety away from war, but recent Iranian attacks on the UAE are diminishing this sense of security and distance.
#uae-security
Miami food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've lived in the UAE for 17 years. I ran to the basement as missiles flew overhead - and I still feel safe.

A journalist in Dubai experiences missile attacks and emergency alerts reshaping daily life, yet maintains feelings of safety and gratitude for living in the UAE despite regional tensions.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm raising 2 kids in Abu Dhabi. I'm not panicking - but I feel powerless.

Despite missile attacks and drone interceptions in the UAE, daily life remains calm and orderly, contrasting sharply with chaotic social media portrayals of the region.
Miami food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I've lived in the UAE for 17 years. I ran to the basement as missiles flew overhead - and I still feel safe.

A journalist in Dubai experiences missile attacks and emergency alerts reshaping daily life, yet maintains feelings of safety and gratitude for living in the UAE despite regional tensions.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm raising 2 kids in Abu Dhabi. I'm not panicking - but I feel powerless.

Despite missile attacks and drone interceptions in the UAE, daily life remains calm and orderly, contrasting sharply with chaotic social media portrayals of the region.
#dubai-security
London politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A British citizen in Dubai says he still feels safe despite the Iran strikes

A British resident of Dubai reports feeling safe despite Iranian missile strikes, attributing security to government protection measures and long-term community trust.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

If You Hate Dubai

An Iranian drone strike on Dubai's financial center has damaged the city's reputation as a safe commercial hub, prompting schadenfreude from critics who view Dubai's vulnerability as comeuppance for its image-focused development.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

We paid 1.5k for a disco bus to escape Dubai for Heathrow flight out of Middle East

A British couple paid £1,500 to escape the Middle East conflict via a disco bus to Oman, successfully boarding a flight home to London as regional tensions escalated.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Lindsay Lohan and family safe in Dubai following Iranian airstrikes

Lindsay Lohan and her family were reported safe in Dubai during Iranian missile and drone strikes that killed three people and injured 58, shattering the UAE's image as a secure Middle East haven.
London
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

The Story Behind The World Islands, Dubai

The World Islands, Dubai's abandoned man-made archipelago shaped like a global map, is experiencing a significant revival with luxury hospitality brands and ultra-high-net-worth buyers returning to develop boutique resorts, private villas, and curated island experiences.
Digital life
fromWorld Wild Schooling
1 month ago

From Island Paradises to Cultural Capitals, These Nations Are Rolling Out Digital Nomad Visas To Attract Remote Workers

Digital nomad visas enable remote workers to legally live and work in foreign countries, with Greece and Germany among 12 countries offering such programs with varying requirements and benefits.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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

Dubai's reputation as a safe luxury destination has been severely damaged by Iranian missile strikes, causing mass exodus of residents and tourists amid ongoing regional conflict.
Travel
fromFortune
1 month ago

The hottest ticket in Dubai is a $200,000 spot on a private jet out of town | Fortune

Wealthy airline passengers stranded by Iran conflict are paying up to $232,000 for luxury charter flights to Europe via safe airports, as demand for private jets skyrockets.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Uber previews its Dubai air taxi service

The experience of booking an air taxi will be much like reserving a four-wheeled Uber. In the app, after entering your destination, Uber Air will appear as an option for eligible routes. The Uber app will book a flight and an Uber Black to pick you up and drop you off at a Joby "vertiport."
Alternative transportation
Media industry
fromTheWrap
2 months ago

Creatorverse: Dubai Is Angling to Be Creator Home Base

UAE is aggressively courting content creators with funding, tax and visa incentives while imposing permits and content restrictions that raise legal and ethical concerns.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Dubai business setup in 2026: A strategic guide for foreign investors and entrepreneurs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Dubai's 2026 strategy focuses on economic integration, regulatory sophistication, and a 9% corporate tax regime, making jurisdiction choice and substance critical for investors.
Marketing
fromokmagazine.com
2 months ago

The Dubai Fashion Brand That Kept Showing Up and the Creator Strategy Behind It

Yamammi built a dense creator-driven UGC campaign to make Dubai-born Azari omnipresent by prioritizing aesthetic fit, relevance, and scalable native content over celebrity endorsements.
#dubai-chocolate
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Dubai, oasis for business and partying, confronts war

Iranian drone and missile attacks on Persian Gulf nations, particularly Dubai, threaten the region's carefully cultivated image as stable, wealthy business and tourism centers.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Expatriates in Saudi Arabia: A New Chapter Under Vision 2030

Vision 2030 has reshaped several sectors across the Kingdom, with healthcare emerging as one of the most visible areas of progress. Today, millions of expatriates live and work in Saudi Arabia, many of them in specialized and highly skilled roles. To meet their needs, the country has expanded private healthcare services, raised regulatory standards, and opened the door to more advanced medical facilities, allowing foreign residents to access modern care locally rather than relying on treatment abroad.
Health
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

To Understand the Gulf's Growing Art Market, Leave Old Assumptions Behind | Artnet News

The Gulf has become an art market hot spot, but insiders say the biggest challenge facing its newest arrivals isn't how to tap the region's wealth, it's how to unlearn assumptions that they may bring with them, particularly concerning the area's money, power, and cultural depth. With Art Basel Qatar debuting next week, the region is no longer a peripheral scene but a new axis of influence for the trade.
Arts
Travel
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

What travellers stranded in the UAE right now need to know

UAE airspace is closed with all flights grounded; stranded passengers should seek shelter, avoid airports, obtain official updates, and contact airlines directly for flight information.
Fashion & style
fromThe Business of Fashion
2 months ago

Knowledge Report | Building Brand Resonance With Gulf Consumers

GCC fashion and beauty markets are rapidly growing due to strategic government investment, rising consumer sophistication, digital engagement, and strong luxury market expansion.
World news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I'd rather be sitting here with my glass of wine than back in Ireland in that rain': the Irish ex-pats who feel safe in Dubai

Established Irish business expats in Dubai remain committed to staying despite regional missile threats and mass evacuations.
fromFortune
2 months ago

In 2026, it's time for CEOs to rethink HQs and look to Dubai's playbook for growth | Fortune

The old playbooks for business growth are proving less effective in today's rapidly shifting economic landscape. What actually works now, instead? As CEO of TECOM Group, the developer of Dubai's 10 most vibrant business districts across six priority economic sectors, I've witnessed firsthand how diversification and agile strategies, particularly through purpose-built ecosystems, have become essential for sustainable growth. Today's economic landscape is shifting at a pace that requires businesses to respond with agility, adjusting once-reliable growth and expansion strategies to diversify and stimulate growth.
Business
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dubai sells itself': real-estate boom as entrepreneurs and fortune hunters arrive

Dubai's tax advantages, modern infrastructure and luxury property market are drawing wealthy professionals and billionaires, driving booming real estate commissions and business relocations.
Education
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

UK Tech Firm Takes Ambitious Steps to Capitalise on Opportunities in the Middle East

SoC is opening a £3 million Dubai campus to train 2,000 people in AI, computer science, and digital skills, expanding its global footprint.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Where do the 35 million foreigners living in the GCC come from?

Generations of foreign workers in the GCC countries have significantly contributed to the workforce, including labourers, construction workers, household staff, security personnel, and cleaners, all vital to building the modern infrastructures that Gulf nations are known for. Millions consider the Gulf their home, despite holding nationalities from other countries.
World news
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

UK opens charter flights booking portal for Britons in Dubai

The UK Foreign Office opened a charter flight booking portal for British nationals stranded in Dubai due to US-Israel-Iran conflict airspace closures, prioritizing vulnerable individuals for evacuation.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I visited Ulta Beauty's first store in Dubai expecting it to be just like US stores. It wasn't.

Ulta Beauty opened its first Dubai store with a mass-to-premium product mix, higher local prices on some items, and a Mall of the Emirates location.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

UK to charter flight for British nationals out of Dubai

The UK government is chartering a flight from Dubai for British nationals to leave the region amid escalating Middle East conflict involving Iran, with two previous flights from Oman already completed.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

They moved to Dubai in pursuit of the expat dream. They're not giving it up so easily.

Despite recent Middle East tensions from US-Israel strikes on Iran, expats in Dubai remain committed to staying, citing career opportunities, safety measures, and improved quality of life.
Travel
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

A Free Hotel for Arab Creatives Has Opened in London

Beit Kotn is an invitation-only private hotel and creative residency in Shoreditch offering free stays to Middle East and North Africa artists and creatives.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why some British expats in Dubai insist it's business as usual despite Iran war

UAE leadership conducted a public appearance at a Dubai mall amid regional tensions following Iranian airstrikes that killed at least three people and injured up to 68, while expat communities faced restrictions on sharing information about the incidents.
Real estate
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Mercedes-Benz Announces Residential Development in Dubai

Mercedes-Benz and Binghatti are creating a 12-tower luxury residential complex in Dubai combining automotive design DNA with varied residences and extensive sporting and indoor facilities.
World news
fromConde Nast Traveler
9 months ago

Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai? Here's the Latest Advice for Travelers

Multiple international airlines suspended flights to Dubai and Middle Eastern destinations due to airspace closures and regional security concerns.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It was surreal': holidaymakers on first flight out of Abu Dhabi describe petrifying experience

Passengers evacuated from Abu Dhabi on the first flights since Saturday reported witnessing missile strikes and explosions during the Iran-Gulf conflict, with the UK planning evacuations for approximately 300,000 British citizens in the region.
World news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Wealthy people are chartering planes and hiring drivers to evacuate the Middle East

Wealthy travelers and expats are evacuating the Gulf region using expensive private charter flights due to airport damage, airspace restrictions, and escalating tensions.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Middle Eastern Destination Is the Most Exciting Art City Right Now-With World-Class Museums and a New Art Fair

Five bronze towers soar 400 feet above Saadiyat Island, the ever-expanding cultural district just off the coast of Abu Dhabi. The structures-which recall the wings of a falcon, a highly prized symbol in the United Arab Emirates-are the architectural signature of the Zayed National Museum, which opened in December. Two weeks before, another vastinstitution, the Natural History Museum, debuted. They will be followed later this year by the most ambitious of all-the late Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Abu Dhabi.
World news
World news
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

Qatar Just Launched a 10-Year Golden Visa for Entrepreneurs and Executives

Qatar launched a 10-year renewable residency program with two five-year pathways for entrepreneurs and executives, each with defined financial, nomination, and benefit requirements.
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