Torrential unseasonal rain has triggered flash floods in the United Arab Emirates’ eastern districts, killing at least seven people.Dramatic videos on social media reveal the extent of destruction …
UAE summer: Check out top beach, pool pass offers for as low as Dh149
Soak up the sun and sip on something refreshing on the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island’s Wet Deck with the all-day pool pass that continues even after the sun goes down. Surrounded by the hotel’s iconic …
Why Dubai property remains Indian investors’ best option these days
This fact was validated recently when Dubai real estate recorded Dh22.7 billion in sales – the highest recorded numbers over the last 13 years. This is due to the city’s bankable location, strong …
UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar can easily take in more luxury brands
The luxury retail industry has emerged from the pandemic crisis stronger and more dynamic than ever, and the Middle East is set to be a key growth driver for the sector going forward. This is largely …
Sheikha Latifa bint Ahmed adopts abused stray dog from Sharjah
An abandoned dog that was beaten, starved and abused is now under the care of Sheikha Latifa bint Ahmed Al Maktoum Midnight, a black mixed-breed dog, was rescued by Bubbles Pet Rescue after being …
Abu Dhabi introduces 12 new social start-ups to address financial literacy, education technology
MSI selects promising start-ups and provides them with the resources and support to grow and thrive in their quest to develop high-impact solutions and scale up sust …
UAE national banks credit to business and industrial sector grows
According to the apex bank’s figures, the cumulative balance of credit provided by national banks to the sector on a year-on-year basis grew by 2.14 percent or AED14.6 billion, said a Wam news agency …
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Ma’an introduces 12 new social start-ups in Abu Dhabi
Under the theme of “Entrepreneurship for Social Good”, the 6th Cohort helped empower and equip these social entrepreneurs in the development of innovative solutions applicable to the financial literac …
From the Editors: Abu Dhabi’s latest move on COVID vaccines deserves thanks
Our editors comment on major local and global events plus the day’s top trending topics Get Breaking News Alerts From Gulf News We’ll send you latest news updates through the day. You can manage them …
UAE leaders congratulate King of Morocco on Throne Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a cable of congratulations to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the occasion of the Throne Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid …
Key UAE highway to undergo roadworks until August 28
A major UAE highway will be under renovation until August 28, the Roads and Transport Authority said in a tweet. Roadworks on Emirates road will begin today. They will start from the border of Sharjah …
Dubai permits full operation to FTX subsidiary FZE via first MVP license
FZE, a subsidiary of crypto exchange FTX, was awarded Dubai’s first Minimal Viable Product (MVP) license, allowing full operation of the exchange in the region. Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory …
Dubai Health Authority achieves ACGME-I Accreditation
This will enhance the competitiveness of the health system in Dubai as an ideal destination for health and medical tourism, and as a leading destination in the field of medical education, research and …
Iran exported commodities worth $2.2b to UAE in 4 months
TEHRAN- Iran exported non-oil products valued at $2.264 billion to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-July 22), according to the …
Watch building rooftop cleaning campaign in Sharjah to remove eyesores
Municipality inspectors also follow up with building owners about any safety risks Sharjah: Sharjah City Municipality (SCM), in cooperation with its strategic partners, has launched a campaign to …
National banks in UAE provided $189.83bln in credit facilities to business, industrial sector in first four months of 2022
According to the apex bank’s figures, the cumulative balance of credit provided by national banks to the sector on a year-on-year basis grew by 2.14% or $3.97bln …
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UAE resident Basheer Silsila’s love of culture matches his love for country
The Dubai-based Keralite has not only been active in the fields of music, acting, filmmaking, art and cultural activities, but has also completed a quarter of a century of life in the UAE. Besides …