Here are some of the top business and economic news that made headlines in Saudi in recent days and weeks. The trading system of Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul securities market resumed operations last …
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Abu Dhabi-based NYUAD studies COVID-19 virus mutations, link to transmissibility
UAE, US researchers also look at single, double and triple mutations in the critical spike Abu Dhabi: An Abu Dhabi-based university has suggested its United States-based counterpart that the location …
Covid-19: Popular tourist destination ready to welcome vaccinated travellers from UAE
Thailand – one of the most popular destinations for travellers from the UAE – is getting ready to welcome tourists.Pichaya Saisaengchan, director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand for Dubai and the …
Up to 2 years’ jail for anyone who escapes arrest in the UAE
It further said that ”punishment by detention shall apply if the crime is committed by two or more persons, or by threat or by violence against persons or things.” …
UAE: 72,879 Covid vaccine doses administered in 24 hours
The UAE has administered 72,879 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine in the past 24 hours. The country’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) said the total doses administered now stand at 13.2 million.
Covid-19: Dubai to be next big health tourism destination, DHA official says
Dubai will be the next big health tourism destination as the emirate’s high vaccination rate will boost visitors’ confidence, a top health official has said.”That is going to be the next big draw to …
Dubai Property Market Re-Emerging from Pandemic Outbreak
According to GlobalData, Dubai’s construction sector is showing early signs of a long-awaited recovery in 2021. Government-controlled real estate developers are planning new projects in response to …
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Watch: Dh1,000 fine for gathering around accidents, says Abu Dhabi Police
Abu Dhabi Police have released new videos of people gathering around road accidents and fires. In a social media post, the police warned that those who crowded around such scenes were committing an …
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Epsom Derby: Six Dubai-owned horses in pursuit of glory
Dubai: The historic Epsom Racecourse in the UK has been a happy hunting ground for Dubai owners over the years – so it’s not surprising to see that as many as six horses will vie for top honours in …
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Meet Yusuffali MA, who paid Rs 1 crore to save Kerala man on death row in UAE
Yusuffali MA is a UAE-based Indian businessman. He is a billionaire who operates the Lulu Group that owns Lulu Hypermarkets and shopping malls.
UAE Minister: UAE and China collaboration global role model
Pujiang Innovation Forum a testament to UAE-China close and enduring ties: UAE minister Abu Dhabi: , Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, has praised the close and enduring bonds between the …
Dubai ‘Butt Squad’ organizer auctioning off rights to raunchy video
The playboy who posted the infamous “Butt Squad” photoshoot of naked models in Dubai is now prepared to capitalize on the cheeky event.
‘Butt Squad’ vid for sale: Organiser of Ukrainian model Dubai nudity scandal to auction behind-the-scenes clip of naked photoshoot
The photographer who made international news after staging a scandalous shoot on a Dubai balcony is set to cash in on his newfound fame, revealing that he will auction off an exclusive …
Abu Dhabi Art expands exhibition to London’s Cromwell Place
Abu Dhabi Art, organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), is the first art fair in the world to collaborate with Cromwell Place, London’s new exhibition space and …
Indian on death row in UAE saved by NRI tycoon Yusuff Ali
A 45-year-old Indian, who was on death row in the United Arab Emirates for killing a young Sudanese boy in a road accident in 2012, can’t believe that he will be a free man and can return to the …
Dubai amputee breaks world record for longest wall sit
Arab amputee and athlete Darine Barbar has made history by smashing the Guinness World Record for the ‘longest static wall sit’. She was able to hold a squat — while leaning against the wall — for a …
Dubai Police rescue sinking ‘floating restaurant’ in Dubai Creek
Police, Civil Defence and Dubai Municipality join hands in rescue operation Dubai: Dubai Police rescued a sinking Floating Restaurant in Dubai Creek today. The maritime rescue patrols at Dubai Ports …