The UAE has joined the Global Methane Pledge at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) summit in Glasgow, building on its position as one of the least methane intense nations in the …
UAE’s bid to host COP28 receives backing from Asia Pacific Group
The Asia Pacific Group of nations has endorsed the UAE’s bid to host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in 2023. The backing came at the COP26 summit in Glasgow, which aims to bring nations …
Dubai’s Nakheel launches new Jebel Ali Village
Dubai developer Nakheel has launched the new Jebel Ali Village. The Jebel Ali Village will be transformed into a gated collection of villas with onsite amenities, including a mosque, bike trails, …
Ready, Set, Go: Here Are The 30 Finalists For Dubai Startup Hub’s Smartpreneur Competition 6.0
As part of Dubai Chamber’s efforts to encourage and explore the key themes of Expo 2020 Dubai, the selected startups (listed below) will be catering towards technological solutions in the fields of …
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UAE weather: Motorists beware of monster fog in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Al Ain, temperatures to hit 38 °C
The weather bureau has issued red and yellow fog alerts in parts of the UAE. Dense fog were reported in Al Minhad in Dubai, Al Marjan, Ras Al Khaimah, Abu Al Abyad Island, Al Rahba, Al Taweelah, Al …
Abu Dhabi launches Frontiers in Finance, a programme designed by Yale University
It will focus on advanced concepts such as the application of data science and quantitative techniques in investment decisions. Abu Dhabi launches Frontiers in Finance, a programme designed by Yale …
Weather Forecast: Abu Dhabi Weather Update, India vs Afghanistan, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup: Weather Forecast for today’s IND vs AFG match
Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, Weather Report, IND vs AFG: Check the weather forecast for Friday’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup match between India and Afghanistan.
Dubai to list DEWA as public company: Deputy ruler
The Dubai government plans a stock market flotation of utility Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), it said on Tuesday, among 10 state-backed …
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UAE condemns attempted Houthi drone attack on Jazan, Saudi Arabia
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi terrorist militias’ attempts to attack civilians and buildings in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, with two explosive drones, which were intercepted by Coalition forces.
Three agreements to develop self-driving technology unveiled at Dubai event
Three new agreements to develop innovative self-driving solutions were signed at the recent Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport. The first pact was signed between ride-hailing company …
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U.S., UAE lead $4-bln effort to help farming adapt to climate change
The United States and the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday used COP26 climate talks to launch efforts to channel funding into making agriculture resilient to climate change, as well as to cut its …
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Dubai stocks leap on plans to launch market-maker fund, IPOs
Dubai’s stock market registered sharp gains on Tuesday, reaching its highest since June 2018, as the emirate laid out plans to launch a multi-billion dirham market-maker fund.
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Dubai SME strengthens partnership with Global Village
Under the agreement 25 kiosks have been allocated for Emiratis within Global Village to launch and grow their business.
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Sharjah Ruler opens 40th Sharjah International Book Fair
Sharjah: His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, on Tuesday opened the 40th edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), organised by …
Sheikh Sultan opens 40th edition of Sharjah Book Fair
During the ceremony, presented by Mohammed Hassan Khalaf, Director General of the Sharjah Radio and Television, Sheikh Sultan honoured Kuwaiti novelist and writer Talib Al Rifai with the Cultural …
Chanel Shows Two-Tone Cruise Line to Eclectic Dubai Crowd
The iconic French label Chanel drew throngs of guests and some celebrities to view the brand’s latest resort collection with a runway show in Dubai.
Dubai plans to list main utility Dewa at $25bn valuation
Dubai plans to sell shares in its main utility, valuing the firm at more than $25bn in a deal that will probably be the emirate’s biggest listing, according to people familiar with the matter. Dubai …
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