A three-year downturn in Dubai’s property market will likely continue until at least 2020, Standard & Poor’s said Tuesday, citing low oil prices, the introduction of VAT and a Gulf diplomatic crisis. A glut of housing units and weak demand were also key …
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Kasatkina slows Radwanska comeback in Dubai first round
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Former champion Agnieszka Radwanska lost in the first round of the Dubai Championships for the first time in nine years on Monday. Daria Kasatkina of Russia beat Radwanska 7-5, 6-4 in two hours. Radwanska, who reached No …
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Dubai’s hotel room supply to top 132,000 by end-2019
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Camel-based baby formula to hit shelves in Dubai
The Emirates Industry for Camel Milk & Products, or “Camelicious”, on Monday unveiled the product at Gulfood 2018, an international food and beverage trade event which runs from February 18 to 22 in Dubai. The milk, which it says is suitable for children …
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Dubai school suspends teacher after arrest amid child sex allegations
News broke of Ball’s arrest early Monday morning. Local reports suggested that he is originally from Mississippi and is a music teacher at the school. It has also been suggested that prior to his employment in Dubai, he was working at the Qatar Academy …
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Johanna Konta makes a winning start to her Dubai campaign
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UAE bourses stay sluggish amid select buying
The Dubai Financial Market General Index closed 0.84 per cent lower at 3,270.34. Traded value was at Dh233 million. “Trading volumes remained modest on UAE financial market on new catalysts, especially after Al Waha Capital proposed lower than expected …
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Mark Cavendish continues busy February with Abu Dhabi Tour
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Dubai’s real estate slump to last until 2020 – S&P
The grim prediction came after Dubai residential prices fell by 5 to 10 percent in 2017, and the weak property market has also begun to hurt earnings of the emirate’s top property developers. “We believe this correction will continue at least for this …
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The UAE is set to launch its first Medical Sector Summit, based on AI
With an increased awareness of how technology will play a key part in the industry … represents a strong push towards improving the quality and efficiency of the UAE health sector, to provide the best international medical practices and ideal healthcare …
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59 complaints against VAT defaulters in Sharjah
Sharjah: The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) received 59 complaints about VAT-related violations in the first month of its implementation. Sultan Abdullah Bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, chairman of SEDD, said: “We are working on combating all …
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Dubai Frame, Dubai Safari extend opening hours
Dubai: Visitors can now enjoy more time at Dubai’s latest tourist destinations Dubai Safari and Dubai Frame as both facilities have extended the opening hours. “You asked and we listened! We are happy to announce the new working hours of Dubai Frame …
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Abu Dhabi Municipality tests video for building permit process
Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a trial to test video … consultant offices, developers and property owners. The system is intended to allow review of layouts, discussions, reviews and approvals of all phases of the application process, and …
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Dubai is all set to welcome its first 3D printed villa
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai’s, dream of making the city a leading hub for 3D technology by 2030 is rapidly becoming a reality. According to Dubai’s 3D Printing Strategy around 25 percent of buildings in Dubai will be …
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Teachers want more technology in Gulf schools, study shows
… the Gulf would like to see more technology in schools and greater integration of technology into curricula, according to a survey conducted for education show GESS Dubai. The study of almost 1,000 education professionals from across the Gulf asked …
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3D-printed villas coming to Dubai
While Dubai-based startup, Cazza, announced in February last year that it would build the world’s first 3D-printed skyscraper, and the now famous plans to build a new city on the moon using 3D technology, might steal the headlines, the villas will offer …
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Dubai Business Events witnesses 61% rise in 2017
Dubai Business Events (DBE) secured a total of 212 bids throughout 2017, representing its most successful year to date, the city’s official convention bureau announced recently. As a result of secured bids and proposals in 2017, Dubai is set to welcome …
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