In a bid to phase out single-use plastic (SUP) completely in two years, Dubai has taken its first step to curb the use of carry bags in all forms and introduced 25 fils (US$ 0.065) tariff on them …
Dubai to trial eco-friendly, zero-emission electric bus
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed an agreement with the Australian bus manufacturer BusTech Group to test the operation of an eco-friendly, zero-emission electric bus to verify …
Jubail Island: waterfront community unveiled at Abu Dhabi project
A waterfront neighbourhood has been unveiled at the Dh10 billion ($2.72bn) Jubail Island project in Abu Dhabi, amid growing demand for new units. Ain Al Maha village, scheduled to be completed in the …
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Abu Dhabi airport to witness surge in passenger traffic during Eid Al Adha, summer holidays
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) will witness a boost in traffic during Eid Al Adha and the summer season, according to the latest passenger estimates announced by Abu Dhabi Airports. Authorities …
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Expo Centre, Sharjah hosts Hive Furniture Show
Hive Furniture Show, the region’s first dedicated event focusing on big-box retailers and wholesale traders, took place at Expo Centre Sharjah, where global …
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Dubai Is the New Hedge Fund Magnet
International hedge funds managers have become the latest group of investors to use Dubai as a business hub, lured by the emirate’s tax-free lifestyle and less stringent approach to Covid.
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CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation holds its first meeting
The CEOs Consultative Council of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the umbrella body representing banks operating in the UAE and the unified voice for the UAE banking sector, held its first meeting under …
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UAE: Beach in Abu Dhabi announces closure until 2023
Al Bateen Ladies Beach has been temporarily closed from July 4 for redevelopment. The beach will be reopened in the second quarter of 2023, authorities have announced. The Department of Municipalities …
UAE: Win 1kg gold in Mahzooz summer draw
Entrants can participate in Mahzooz by registering via and purchasing a bottle of water for Dh35. Each bottle gives them an entry through one line into the grand dr …
UAE: President Mohammed bin Zayed raises budget for Social Support Programme to Dh28m to support low-income Emiratis
Fixed monthly allowance of Dh2,000-Dh5,000 for unemployed Emiratis above 45 years Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today issued instructions to restructure the …
UAE reports 1,764 Covid-19 cases, 1,811 recoveries
The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention has reported 1,764 Covid-19 cases on July 4. The new cases were detected after 225,157 tests were conducted across the country to screen for the virus. The …
UAE New Package to Help Low-Income Families
Read More: What We Know About Unemployment Insurance in UAE so Far Read More: UAE Unemployment Insurance: Related Conditions and Rules Families on incomes of less than AED 25,000 will qualify for …
Dubai: Soon, pay your rent through direct debit instead of cheques
In a new parternship between Dubai Land Department and Emirates NBD, rental cheque payments will soon be automated and digitised using the Central Bank of the UAE’s Direct Debit System (UAEDDS). This …
Dubai’s family-friendly attractions highlighted in new digital destination guides
From meeting Modesh to interacting with thousands of butterflies, the many child-friendly activities on offer in Dubai are being highlighted in two new digital guides. Scroll through the gallery above …
Dubai Land Department Announces Strategic Collaboration With Emirates NBD To Boost UAE Real Estate
Dubai Land Department has partnered with Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, on landmark i …
Dubai Municipality to promote waste segregation through bulky waste disposal service
Dubai: Dubai Municipality has completed 4,000 requests for bulky waste disposal, one of its free services, made by its residents during the first half of 2022 as part of its beautification efforts and …
Real estate rental payment in Dubai is going digital
Tenants will be able to make direct rental payments using their bank accounts, instead of issuing cheques Real estate rental payment in Dubai is going digital Digitisation, Dubai, Dubai Land …