Executive Council forms Emirati Human Resources Development Council, approves Dh400-million plan to make Dubai more bicycle-friendly …
Expo 2020 Dubai spotlights five grassroots innovations
Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Director General of Expo 2020 Dubai and Chair of the UAE National Committee on Sustainable Development Goals, said: “The impact of …
World Earth Day in UAE: What are you doing to save the planet?
Beyond the national leadership, local entities and organisations — and even residents — are all taking part in the green movement.
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Sharjah coach Anbari hopes to carry on same form after Pakhtakor rout
Sharjah coach Abdulaziz Al Anbari was overwhelmed after a thumping victory against Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor in their AFC Champions League match on Tuesday. A resilient Sharjah produced a stupendous perf …
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UAE trade finance platform goes live with invoice fraud solution
UAE Trade Connect (UTC), a trade finance solution that addresses the risk of double financing and fraud across the United Arab Emirates, has moved into full commercial production. Having been in …
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Dubai: Found the perfect house and want to move in within a couple of days? This is how you achieve that
Here is how you can get all the utility connections to start living in your new house Dubai: If you are looking to quickly move in to an apartment or villa in Dubai, you may be wondering what the …
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The Sustainable City joins The Climate Pledge, a commitment to net-zero carbon by 2040
On the occasion of Earth Day, April 22, The Sustainable City – Dubai’s first community designed to achieve net-zero energy – joined The Climate Pledge, a global commitment to be net-zero carbon by …
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UAE’s biggest bank FAB posts three percent rise in Q1 profit as impairments fall
First Abu Dhabi Bank, UAE’s biggest lender, posted a 3 percent rise in first-quarter net profit, helped by a sharp drop in impairment charges, and said it …
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Analysis: Sharjah use counter-attack to perfection in AFC Champions League win over Pakhtakor
Sharjah: The hosts extended their lead in Group B of the 2021 AFC Champions League thanks to standout performances by Caio and the Sharjah defence.
UAE floats movement restrictions on unvaccinated people, Abu Dhabi changes course on vaccine rollout
The UAE has overseen the second-fastest vaccination campaign in the world after Israel, announcing on Wednesday that some 9.9 million vaccine doses had been administered to its mostly-expat population …
Saudi Tadawul Group narrows banks for IPO process -sources
Saudi Tadawul Group has short-listed three local and three foreign banks for potential advisory roles in the financial market company’s upcoming initial public offering (IPO), three sources said.
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Another digital bank – Rezq/Baraka – plans to go live in UAE, and based on Sharia
Promoter Zurich Capital Funds Group says it plans to line up cross-border alliances Dubai: A Sharia-compliant digital bank has been set up – Rezq/Baraka has launched operations from the UAE and will …
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Volvo Exclusive Hybrid Range Takes Centerstage At Auto Fest 2021
Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises, the official distributor of Volvo Cars in the UAE, will be presenting its latest 2021 line up at this year’s Auto Fest …
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Cryptocurrency millionaires stock up pricey digital art. What you need to know!
Exploring the world of digital art and how veteran investors park their savings in them Bitcoin: To buy or not to? Top billionaire Warren Buffet still won’t buy – here’s why! UAE: Bitcoin soars after …
Conditions The U.S. Might Impose On The UAE F-35 Deal
Things seem to be looking up for the sale of U.S. fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II jets to the United Arab Emirates. However, Abu Dhabi will most likely need to fulfill some significant …
Nasdaq Dubai welcomes listing of $500m Sukuk by DIB
Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a $500 million perpetual Additional Tier 1 Sukuk, issued by the Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic Bank in the UAE.The Sukuk achieved the lowest …
Dubai Customs recycles 134,000 counterfeit items worth over Dh1M
Dubai: Around 134,000 counterfeit items of 42 brands, with a street value of Dh1.018 million, have been recycled by the Dubai Customs as part of their efforts in combating piracy and counterfeiting as …