Islamic Fintech startup IMAN, has closed a $1 million in seed funding to introduce a new financial product that is Shariah-compliant in Muslim markets. The new platform uses technology to democratize …
Rainbow Six Siege major moved from UAE after community backlash
Choosing this location for a Six Major was the result of extensive discussions with our local teams in the region, the UAE government, and our local Esports partner, and their collective commitment …
Emotional discipline helps Rublev start strong in Dubai
Andrey Rublev was afraid he would suffer an early exit at the Dubai Championships after arriving late at the tournament but the Russian said keeping his emotions in control helped him seal an …
A peek inside the newly-upgraded Emirates lounge for youngsters at Dubai International Airport
PS4s, TVs, a snack bar, and free WiFi… is it the perfect living room? An arcade? A childhood fantasy? Nope, it’s what’s on offer at the recently jazzed-up Emirates lounge for unaccompanied minors at …
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Airline review: Etihad Airways, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner economy class, Dubai-Abu Dhabi-Melbourne
Staying in Dubai but flying home with Abu Dhabi’s carrier … Top-tier Etihad Guests get free Wi-Fi, everyone else has to pay. I don’t need or want it, so I’m ok with that. For buffs of airline safety …
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Dubai’s Museum of the Future: opening date, ticket price and all you need to know
Arriving by the Dubai Metro is the easiest way to reach there … There are restrooms on each floor of the museum. Free Wi-Fi is available.
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Video: Ski Dubai – Play in the snow and march with penguins in the UAE
Dubai: In other cities, skiing, snow rides and penguins may be part of a seasonal trip, but in Dubai – be it summer or winter – this is possible all year. Ski Dubai is one of the UAE’s top tourist …
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UAE to boost number of specialised AI laboratories in the country
The UAE government has an extremely “advanced infrastructure”, which constitutes a key driver for digital transformation and for enhancing efforts to utilise technology to streamline procedures in …
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Dubai’s Museum of the Future: Drones, robots, life in outer space; what to expect inside the iconic building
The first floor will be dedicated to children, aged 3 to 10, where they can get engaged, explore and solve challenges in their own inimitable way …
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R6 esports team scraps plans for Abu Dhabi Major following community backlash, will move event to another to-be-determined region
In the wake of the Rainbow Six Siege community’s response to the announcement of a Six Major held in Abu Dhabi within the United Arab Emirates, the R6 esports team revealed today that it will …
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Destination Sharjah
Sharjah has opened the doors to one of the world’s largest safari parks on Thursday and residents are thrilled to know about it. It will be a huge attraction for visitors and residents. Now we all can …
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UAE: Reader needs a cheque book, but bank refuses to open a current account
It’s the bank’s sole discretion to approve all applications … Dear Reader, This section is about Living in UAE and essential information you cannot live without. Register to read and get …
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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visits Abu Dhabi’s drone show
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, on Tuesday visited Abu Dhabi’s Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (Umex). Sheikh Mohamed …
Fernando Alonso Gives His Verdict On Abu Dhabi GP Controversy; ‘Have A Different Opinion’
Even though the F1 2021 championship is done and dusted with Max Verstappen winning his maiden title by defeating Lewis Hamilton, the controversy surrounding the season finale Abu Dhabi GP does not …
Fernando Alonso risks wrath of Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes with Abu Dhabi claim
Fernando Alonso hopes Michael Masi’s sacking as Formula 1 race director was not brought about as a result of his actions during last season’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The FIA announced last week that the …
Masi did nothing wrong in Abu Dhabi – Alonso
Fernando Alonso says Michael Masi did nothing wrong in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year and hopes the FIA race director was not removed due to that event. Masi’s handling of the closing stages of …
UAE leaders congratulate King Salman, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day
Image Credit: WAM Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler …