The Dh3.4 trillion total private wealth includes all the assets held in the country by all people – poor, middle class and millionaires – living in the UAE. It takes into account flats, villas, cars, collectibles, cash, equities, business interests held …
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Aloft Palm Jumeirah Hotel Opens in Dubai
Aloft Palm Jumeirah is just 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Aloft Palm Jumeirah is close to numerous attractions that include Aquaventure Waterpark and Skydive Dubai. Marriott …
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Sharjah Public Library starts using ‘Tahseel‘ Smart Receipt System
Sharjah Public Library, SPL, a subsidiary of Sharjah Book Authority, has announced that it has become Sharjah’s first cultural entity to start using the ‘Tahseel’ Smart Receipt System. The move, which follows the launch of SPL’s Digital Library …
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Tommy Fleetwood: Abu Dhabi victory was one for the purists
Plenty of hard work went into his preparations for Abu Dhabi and for his impressive display representing … it’s beyond belief,” he said. The good news for those of us on this side of the pond is that Rahm is vowing to head in this direction later in …
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Dubai Car Free Day expands to other emirates
Dubai: Dubai’s Car Free Day initiative is expanding to include three more emirates this year. Al Ain, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah municipalities will also participate in the annual environmental campaign of Dubai Municipality, Hussain Nasser Lootah …
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UAE hotel room rates post 3.8% decline, but occupancy still high at 75%
Dubai: If you’re planning a staycation or holiday in the UAE in winter, now is a good time to book that hotel property you’ve been dreaming to stay in. According to the latest data, there’s a chance you can still score a good room rate. Hotel data …
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Oscar-nominated ‘Ajami’ to show in Abu Dhabi
The 2009 Arab film Ajami, which was nominated for the 82nd Academy Awards in the Foreign Language Film category, will show at The Arts Centre of NYU Abu Dhabi on February 6. The 7pm screening — running for two hours with English subtitles — will take …
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Abu Dhabi’s Latest Corniche Project A’L BAHAR On Track For Q1 2018 Opening 80% Of Entertainment And F&B Outlets Leased
Delivering on the capital’s vision of offering unique experiences for residents and visitors, Miral, Abu Dhabi’s creator of tomorrow’s destinations, revealed last month that the 80,000-sqm mixed-use development will offer a total of 48 retail spaces …
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It’s Binoy Kodiyeri: CPM Kerala chief’s son accused of cheating in Dubai
New Delhi: In a major blow to the ruling CPM in Kerala, party state secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan’s elder son Binoy has been accused of cheating a Dubai-based travel and tourism firm of Rs 13 crore. Manorama News on Wednesday aired visuals of a copy of …
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UAE filed complaint at ICAO against Qatari violations
the UAE News Agency (WAM) reported. “We have directives from our leadership not to escalate the situation in response to the Qatari provocation in order to maintain regional peace and stability and ensure the safety of the international air navigation and …
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New app launched to help Indians seeking jobs in UAE
The app will facilitate the process of completing a majority of the procedures in India, which will guarantee a work visa to the UAE hassle-free. Dr Al Banna explained the advantages of the smart application, and according to the state news agency Wam …
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Investing in UAE Property? How to get the deal done and profitably
Ameer recently won the “Best Global Real Estate Investment Company” BURJ CEO award from the CEO Clubs Network Worldwide. The UAE property market is set to see growth in 2018 and beyond, and for smart investors will continue to perform as an extremely …
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UAE leads in global renewable energy investments
The UAE was among the world’s largest investors in clean energy last year after giving the go ahead for the two biggest solar projects globally, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF). The country saw a 23-fold increase in investment to $2.2bn …
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Business Bay guide
And don’t miss the outdoor terrace, with its own views of the Dubai Water Canal. BASTA!: Open daily, noon-midnight (04 512 5522). Bleu Blanc: Open daily noon-3pm, 6pm-midnight Renaissance Downtown Hotel Marasi Drive, Business Bay (04 512 5533).
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Parents forget daughter at Dubai airport
Dubai: The father of a family who arrived at Dubai International Airport and headed home in Al Ain was shocked when police called him an hour into their journey saying he had “forgotten” his three-year-old daughter at the airport. The father and his …
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UAE named in world’s top 10 for driverless vehicles potential
The study evaluates every country’s ability according to four pillars – policy and legislation; technology and innovation; infrastructure; and consumer acceptance. The report comes just months after Dubai’s GITEX expo showcased innovations that were …
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Aloft Palm Jumeirah opens in Dubai, UAE
Marriott International’s design-led Aloft brand opens its first property in the buzzing city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates … custom amenities by Bliss® Spa, fast & free Wi-Fi, and 49-inch LCD TVs linked to a Plug & Play connectivity panel.
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