A UK maritime security agency said the potential hijacking of the Panama-flagged MV Asphalt Princess had ended but gave no further details. The bitumen tanker was seized on Tuesday heading into the …
Potential hijacking of commercial vessel reported off UAE
A British marine tracking agency has reported a “potential hijacking” incident off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, without providing any further information on the vessels involved.
Suspected tanker hijacking off UAE coast is over, says British military
Armed group has left the Panama-registered Asphalt Princess, says British navy, after initial reports Iranian-backed forces had raided vessel …
Abu Dhabi’s Ma’an opens applications to its 2021 grant programme
Via the programme, the authority will grant eligible not-for-profit organisations and social enterprises funding of up to Dhs200,000.
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GCC wealth: Saudi, UAE top the list; Bahrain marks fastest growth
Bahrain’s wealth is a fraction of Saudi Arabia’s $1 trillion, but the smaller kingdom has seen the GCC’s fastest wealth growth since 2015, according to a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
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Dubai’s FAB partners with Al-Futtaim IKEA on home furnishing loans
UAE lender First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has partnered with IKEA, part of Al-Futtaim Group, to offer customers of the National Housing Loan (NHL) programme, specialised personal loans to furnish their …
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UAE Financial Intelligence Unit in pact with China counterpart
MoU to facilitate cooperation on the exchange of intelligence on anti-money laundering Abu Dhabi: The UAE Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the …
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Dubai Airport Expects Passenger Surge as UAE Eases Travel Curbs
Passengers wait before boarding at Dubai International Airport, as Emirates airline resumed limited outbound passenger flights amid outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Dubai, UAE April …
Dubai appeals court upholds two-year jail term for gang that tried to rob Bitcoin investor
Dubai: Dubai Appeals Court has upheld a two-year jail sentence against a group of men who tried to steal Dh500,000 from an investor in a fraudulent bitcoin transaction. The four expatriate defendants, …
Watch: Hollywood stars Zac Efron, Jessica Alba bring the action to Dubai with bike chases and skydiving
Zac Efron and Jessica Alba are showing off some moves in a new action-packed film that appears to be promoting Dubai as part of a new campaign. Efron teams up with Alba in a seemingly similar take on …
UAE-based businessman Talwar’s family buys sea-facing luxury villa Raheja Arbour in Mumbai’s Worli
The property with nearly 21,000 sq ft built-up area has three large duplexes with a private garden and an infinity swimming pool on the terrace overlooking the Arabian Sea.
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Feedback – Review of Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
General Manager at Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago Dear 4adnanj, Thank you for taking the time to review our property. We are happy to hear how much you …
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How UAE’s new visa programme for coders helps make it an IT talent magnet
The UAE’s recently launched National Program for Coders reinforces the country’s position as a top Middle East destination for programming talent and entrepreneurs, and adds fuel to the nation’s …
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Etihad Rail sign agreement for Stage Two of UAE’s National Rail Network
ABU DHABI, – Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s National Rail Network, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Western Bainoona Group. Etihad Rail will deliver rail freight …
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Abu Dhabi Police again warn of hefty fine for violators of COVID-19 protocols
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates’ capital city Abu Dhabi have again warned that any individual who violates the nighttime curfew must pay a hefty …
UK agency reports potential hijacking of commercial vessel reported in Gulf of Oman, off UAE
A British marine tracking agency has reported a “potential hijacking” incident off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, without providing any further information on the vessels involved.
UAE weather: Temperatures to decrease, humid and foggy in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah
The relative humidity is expected to increase at night and on Thursday morning with mist Dubai: UAE residents can expect a slight dip in temperatures today with partly cloudy skies. According to the …