Dubai’s Emirates airline has announced the suspension of passenger services from two more countries until further notice, starting from December 28. A statement issued on the carrier’s website said …
Dubai can’t shake off the stain of smuggled African gold
African governments desperate to recoup lost revenue are looking to Dubai to help stop the trade. Interviews with government officials across Africa reveal smuggling operations that span at least nine …
Dubai Investments harnesses renewable energy in its operations
Dubai Investments, a diversified company in which sovereign wealth fund Investment Corporation of Dubai holds a stake, is taking steps to harness renewable energy to power its operations as part of …
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What does it take to build (and maintain) solar in MENA’s harsher climes?
Solar PV has taken off in the MENA region in recent years, driven by positive governmental policy, prominent tenders and decarbonisation targets. But challenges remain, both for smaller companies …
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Bollywood star Taapsee Pannu unleashes her inner adrenaline junkie in Abu Dhabi
Taapse Pannu is giving throttle to her adrenaline junkie side as the Bollywood star got behind the wheel of a race car to take a spin around. The actress posted an image from her adventure on her …
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Coronavirus: Andrey Rublev becomes sixth tennis star to test positive for Covid-19 after Abu Dhabi exhibition
Andrey Rublev is the latest tennis star to contract Covid-19, throwing into doubt his participation in the Australian Open …
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Sharjah: SCC General Secretariat launches new interactive public service
Sharjah: The General Secretariat of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) revealed the launch of a new interactive service that enables the public to communicate directly with the council through …
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UAE’s private sector is signing up for new weekend change – but not the 2.5-day break, says Mercer study
Dubai: The UAE’s private sector are giving an overwhelming buy-in to the weekend switch that goes into effect from the first week of the New Year. But the private sector, or vast swathes of it, will …
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Saudi’s SISCO, Amiantit consider IPO of subsidiary Tawzea at 15-30% stake, says CEO
RIYADH: Saudi Industrial Services Co., SISCO, along with its partner Amiantit are considering offering a 15 to 30 percent stake in an initial public offering of their subsidiary, the International …
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UAE Issues Arab World’s First Non-Muslim Civil Marriage Contract To Canadian Couple
UAE upholds non-Muslim rights and civil principles, said Abri, and the wedding reflects the positive image and the tolerance of the Islamic federation …
Why the UAE govt is planning to remove monopolies of family businesses and what will the move achieve
The Emirati leadership wants to encourage more foreign investment and believes that such a move will lower prices for consumers …
UAE approves new Sinopharm CNBG vaccine for emergency use
Hayat Biotech, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi-based G42 and Chinese drug maker Sinopharm CNBG, will produce the new vaccine UAE approves new Sinopharm CNBG vaccine for emergency use Covid-19 …
New cybercrime law: Clicking someone’s picture in a public place now punishable offence in UAE
Dubai: Clicking someone’s pictures in public without permission is now The amended cybercrime law in UAE will offer greater protection to citizens and residents in the growing digital era. The new law …
UAE announces 1,732 new COVID-19 cases, 1 death in last 24 hours
According to the Ministry, the infected individuals are from various nationalities, are in a stable condition, and receiving the necessary care …
Emirates puts a stop to inbound passengers from Angola and Guinea to Dubai
Dubai: Emirates airline said passengers from Angola and Guinea will not be accepted for travel to or through Dubai until further notice. Outbound passenger operations from Dubai to these destinations …
Dubai travel: Emirates suspends flights from Angola, Guinea starting Dec 28
Dubai’s Emirates airline has announced the suspension of passenger services from two more countries until further notice, starting from December 28. A statement issued on the carrier’s website said …
Visitor numbers to Expo 2020 Dubai continue to climb despite COVID-19 concerns
Organizers at Expo 2020 Dubai have announced visitor numbers continue to climb – regardless of the scaling back of some activities at the site due to …