Dubai: UAE nationals form the backbone of Expo 2020 Volunteers’ young workforce, demonstrating the enthusiasm and pride of Emirati youth in sharing the country’s hospitality and culture with millions …
Dubai’s external trade with India tops $18bn in H1
Dubai Customs said that the volume of external trade with India reached AED67 billion ($18.2 billion) in the first half of 2021 across gold, jewellery, diamonds, vehicles, telecoms, and petroleum oils …
WETEX, Dubai Solar Show to boost energy, water, solar, environment and green sectors
The 20th WETEX and the 3rd Dubai Solar Show will provide an opportunity to review the latest innovative solutions in energy, water, and the environment.. WETEX, Dubai Solar Show to boost energy, water …
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Abu Dhabi-based Aldar records best quarter ever
In the second quarter of 2021, the property developer’s sales hit their highest ever quarterly sales, bringing the total for the first half to AED3.4bn …
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Abu Dhabi utility giant TAQA delivers a powerful statement with H1-2021 results
The Abu Dhabi National Energy Co. (or TAQA), with a market cap of around Dh143.91 billion, recorded one empowered performance for the first-half of 2021, with group revenues of Dh22.2 billion. This is …
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Public parking free in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Thursday for Hijri New Year
Public parking is free in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on Thursday for Hijri New Year. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that all public parking except multi-storey spaces will be free of …
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Air Arabia flight to Sharjah lands back at Cochin Airport after engine trouble
An Air Arabia flight bound for Sharjah landed back at the Cochin International Airport this morning after it developed engine trouble. The flight was airborne for almost ten minutes when the pilot …
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad aligns with Affinidi for digital verification of pre-departure COVID-19 test results
Affinidi solution will be used on Eihad’s Bahrain, Manila and Jakarta routes initially Dubai: Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways is partnering Singapore-based Affinidi to digitally verify and validate …
UAE public holiday: See how residents are spending this long weekend
For some, there are plans aplenty; for others, it’s work as usual Dubai: Today, August 12, marks the Hijri New Year — a public holiday in the UAE, ushering in yet another long weekend. Gulf News spoke …
Perseid meteor shower in UAE tonight: How to watch hundreds of shooting stars
The UAE skies will dazzle with a meteor shower that is set to peak on Thursday night. It will be a treat for sky gazers, as the 2021 Perseid meteor shower will be visible to the naked eye between …
Hijri New Year holidays: Expected UAE dates revealed in calendar
As the Islamic world marks the new Hijri year that commenced on Tuesday, August 11, 2021, Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) launched its free e-calendar. The …
International Youth Day 2021: UAE foundation extends timely help to change lives of students in need
Dubai: Inspirational stories of students who overcame formidable challenges to achieve their dreams, thanks to UAE-based Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education (AGFE), have surfaced as the world …
Dubai Health Authority expands COVID-19 home vaccination drive, book service by calling toll-free 800 342
Dubai Ambulance and Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, has announced that it has expanded i …
Dubai Developer Emaar’s Property Sales Surge as Market Recovers
Emaar Properties PJSC said sales surged to a record in the second quarter, helped by a recovery in Dubai’s real estate market and strength in its malls and hospitality businesses. Property sales …
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UAE weather: Partly cloudy, hazy forecast for Thursday
The weather in UAE is expected to be partly cloudy and hazy on Thursday, according to the national Met department (NCM).The weather forecast for today is fair to partly cloudy and hazy at times during …
Zac Efron and Jessica Alba Return in Rom-Com Fashion for Visit Dubai
Fresh on the heels of their rip-roaring spy thriller across Dubai, Jessica Alba and Zac Efron have returned to pitch the city once more, only this time we’ve got front row seats to city-wide rom-com.
UAE Nightlife: Top Ten Free Entry Nightclubs in Dubai
Here are the top ten clubs in Dubai where you can enter for free and enjoy partying the night away . UAE Nightlife: Top Ten Free Entry Nightclubs in Dubai . clubs, dubai nightlife, Must-Go Things To D …
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