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Opinion Editor

Opinion · Dubai

The Opinion Editor commissions, edits, and frames the publication's commentary and analysis pieces. The role works with contributors, columnists, and editorial-board voices to present a range of informed perspectives on issues facing the region. Opinion content is clearly distinguished from news reporting.

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Dubai Life

Gulf Residents Face Flight Cancellations, Rising Fuel Costs as US-Iran Tensions Spike

Escalating military conflict disrupts travel, shipping and energy markets across the region.

Tech & AI Future

Deepfake romance scams drain Filipino workers' life savings; victims targeted with fake vi

Artificial intelligence enables criminals to impersonate royalty and drain vulnerable workers' savings.

Money & Business

Dubai's Property Boom at Crossroads: Choices Now Will Define Market's Future Through 2026

Residential demand from end-users and middle-income buyers reshapes market stability

Dubai Life

Blockbuster Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 Brings World-Class Music and Arts to City Venues

Ten-week season showcases classical, opera, ballet and world fusion across Abu Dhabi venues.

Gulf

Saudi Arabia faces U.S. nuclear deal condition: recognize Israel or lose atomic energy pac

Trump ties Saudi nuclear accord to Israeli recognition, creating diplomatic uncertainty.

Dubai Life

Woman's Death in Dubai High-Rise Sparks Online Scrutiny of Family's Grief

Family grieves while facing online speculation following unexpected death in UAE.

Money & Business

Dubai Real Estate Draws Record International Investment Ahead of 2026 Summit

Investor confidence in Dubai property market drives record participation in 2026 summit.

Dubai Life

Abu Dhabi's New Arts Hub Set to Transform Cultural Access by 2030

Performing arts venue on Saadiyat Island aims to expand cultural access for residents and visitors

Dubai Life

Abu Dhabi residents to get major new arts venue by 2030 on Saadiyat Island

Cultural infrastructure project expands public access to performing arts across the emirate

Money & Business

Trump's Crypto and Real Estate Boom Raises Questions on Presidential Conflicts

Financial disclosure reveals billions in new wealth streams raising accountability questions.

Politics & Governance

Gulf States Step Up as Regional Powers After 2026 Conflict Tests Security

Gulf states emerge as independent regional powers managing Iran policy without U.S. leadership.

Tech & AI Future

Artificial Intelligence Workforce Booms in UAE as Nation Surpasses Global Competitors

UAE's strategic investments and talent attraction reshape global AI competition landscape

Politics & Governance

India, UAE Forge Major Military Alliance; $5B Defense Pact Reshapes Regional Power Dynamic

Two nations establish joint production framework for advanced military systems

Dubai Life

Young Talent in Dubai Demanding Work-Life Balance Over Big Paychecks

Flexible work policies emerge as key competitive advantage in UAE talent competition.

Gulf

Gulf Nations Plot Borderless Travel Zone to Rival Europe's Schengen Model

GCC nations explore unified visa system to streamline regional travel and boost tourism competitiveness.

Gulf

Dubai High-Rise Blaze Contained After Swift Emergency Response in Marina District

Residents evacuated safely as firefighters prevent spread to neighboring structures.

Politics & Governance

Gulf Nation Cracks Down on Influencer Marketing; New Compliance Rules Take Effect

UAE introduces mandatory registration for digital advertisers and content creators.