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Daniil Medvedev was awarded the Dubai Championships title after Tallon Griekspoor withdrew with a hamstring injury in the final, with Medvedev having reached the final by beating Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semis.
Lindsay Lohan left Hollywood’s glare for a quieter life in Dubai starting in 2014, where she found stability with husband Bader Shammas and their son Luai. She quietly rebuilt her career with a Netflix romcom run and selective projects, including an upcoming TV series Count My Lies, while prioritizing privacy, skincare, and family. Her Vogue Arabia cover signals a renewed, more empowered phase as she pursues deeper, more dramatic roles on her own terms.
In Vogue Arabia's March 2026 issue, Lindsay Lohan discusses her troubled teen years, why she wished someone had protected her, how moving to Dubai grounded her life with husband Bader Shammas and their son Luai, and her evolving confidence as she plans future work like Hulu’s Count My Lies.
Uber previewed its Dubai air taxi offering, using Joby Aviation’s four-seat electric air taxis that can reach about 200 mph and fly up to 100 miles. Bookings will flow through the Uber app alongside Uber Black pickups, with pilots onboard initially and a Dubai launch planned later this year. The broader plan includes US expansion and FAA certification progress in parallel with efforts in the UK and Japan.
A record wave of ultra-high-net-worth individuals is relocating abroad, driven by tax efficiency, geopolitical stability, and quality of life. Dubai leads inflows to the UAE, with Portugal, Singapore, Italy, and Australia also rising as popular bases thanks to favorable visa regimes and business-friendly environments. Migration among the global rich surged from about 108,000 in 2018 to around 134,000 in 2024, with over 142,000 expected by the end of 2025, as many pursue second residencies or citizenships as hedges against future policy shifts.
The Dubai-based DP World announced the resignation of chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem amid scrutiny from Epstein-related files; Essa Kazim became chairman and Yuvraj Narayan the CEO, as some investors paused port-project engagements tied to DP World over concerns about bin Sulayem’s Epstein ties.
Russia’s Investigative Committee and FSB allege Ukrainian intelligence ordered a failed assassination of General Vladimir Alekseev, the GRU’s first deputy head, in Moscow; they say the suspect was arrested in Dubai and brought to Moscow with UAE help, but provided no public evidence, while Kyiv denies involvement.
Russia’s Investigative Committee says Ukrainian intelligence orchestrated the February 6 shooting of Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev, deputy head of the GRU, in Moscow; the alleged attacker fled to Dubai and was detained, with another suspect also detained and a third said to have escaped to Ukraine. Kyiv denies involvement; Alekseyev survived surgery and is not in danger. The Kremlin said Putin spoke with UAE leaders to thank them for assistance in detaining the suspect, marking another high-profile attack on Russian security figures amid the war.
Colossal Biosciences is building a biovault inside Dubai’s Museum of the Future to store frozen tissue samples from up to 10,000 species, part of a broader biodiversity preservation effort that could also support future revival work. The UAE facility echoes seed vault concepts like the Arctic’s Svalbard and comes alongside other cryopreservation programs, but experts caution that cryobanking alone isn’t a substitute for habitat protection and call for clear governance and regulatory frameworks as it expands globally.
Air France resumed its Dubai service after a brief suspension amid heightened US–Iran tensions, while KLM halted flights to several Middle East destinations and won’t fly through Iraqi or Iranian airspace as a US military buildup heads toward the Gulf; both airlines said they are monitoring the situation and will update schedules as needed.
A man extradited from Dubai to Glasgow, Stephen Jamieson, has appeared in court on charges related to serious organized crime, including drug supply and directing offenses. This case marks the first extradition from Dubai to Scotland and he is scheduled to appear at the High Court in 2026.
Nick Kyrgios defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in a 'Battle of the Sexes' exhibition match in Dubai, a modern take on the historic 1973 event, sparking discussions about its relevance and impact on women's tennis. The match featured modified rules and was played in front of a sold-out crowd, highlighting Kyrgios's competitive spirit and Sabalenka's skill, while also raising questions about the event's significance in the context of gender equality in sports.
Andrew Tate lost to Chase DeMoor via majority decision in a boxing match held in Dubai, with DeMoor dominating in the later rounds due to Tate's fatigue and DeMoor's aggression, culminating in a TKO-like finish in the final round.
Andrew Tate's long-anticipated boxing return ended in a disappointing loss to Chase DeMoor, with Tate bloodied and knocked down, raising questions about his future in the ring.
Stephen Jamieson was extradited from Dubai to Scotland and appeared in court on charges related to organized crime and drug supply, marking the first extradition from Dubai to Scotland, following his arrest in the UAE and cooperation between law enforcement agencies.