Licensed financial institutions (LFIs) offering services to politically exposed persons (PEPs) have been asked to develop “risk-based policies” UAE issues anti-money laundering guide for ‘politically …
UAE: New school uniform introduced for students in public schools
The Emirates Schools Establishment (ESE) said on Twitter that it has introduction the new school uniform for all students of public schools, starting from kindergarten to grade 12. The new school …
Probe into death of 2 OFWs in Dubai ongoing —DFA
Investigations are underway on the reported deaths of two overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Dubai, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said on Tuesday. DFA …
Dubai: 3-ft social media sensation bags role in movie starring Salman Khan
The world’s smallest singer has landed a role in a movie starring one of India’s biggest stars.Dubai-based Tajik internet sensation Abdu Rozik, who stands just over three feet, has been cast in a “key …
Dubai Outlet Mall onboards Yateem Group as part of its exciting line-up of lifestyle brands
Their eyewear offerings will include high-end labels Dior, Chanel, Gucci, Bvlgari, Tom Ford, Police, Cartier, Tiffany & Co, among others …
Dubai’s RTA announces launch of ‘Click and Drive’ initiative to enhance digital services for customers
Dubai’s RTA also announced a series of initiatives, including a first-of-a-kind mobile eyesight testing service in the region.
‘This is not Dubai:’ Critics question push for taller towers in Fort Lauderdale
Sky-high towers as tall as 500 feet could start cropping up all over Fort Lauderdale, critics fear. It could happen if a controversial proposal goes through that would raise the height cap to 500 feet …
Dubai Future Experts Program receives more than 800 applications from 37 government entities
Applicants include senior and middle managers and specialists in strategic design and future foresight across the public sector …
e& Announces 2.5% Increase in Profits for H1 2022
e& (formerly known as Etisalat Group) has announced a year-over-year increase of 2.5 percent for H1 2022 show and consolidated net profits of AED 4.9 billion.e&’s consolidated revenues reached AED 26.
Here’s how smartphones are shaping the future of payments industry
The future of smartphones is not only based on 5G, imaging and software security management but also on innovation in design, materials, form and function …
Ministry of Economy welcomes Krush Brands to UAE
Full stack food technology and multi-kitchen food service company joins NextGenFDI initiative as it continues strategic efforts to attract more companies …
UAE telecom major e& posts net profit of $1.3 billion in the first half of 2022
The number of e& subscribers in the UAE reached 13.3 million in H1 2022, representing an increase of 10 percent over the same period last year UAE telecom major e& posts net profit of $1.3 billion in …
Most UAE consumers use at least one emerging payment method: Mastercard
Adoption of a broader range of digital payment methods is accelerating in the UAE and the technology fueling the future of payments is already here,” said Mastercard. “In addition to being aware of …
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah organises a four-day “Qaith Al Dhaid” event
The second edition of “Qaith Al Dhaid”, organised by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah, will take place at Al Dhaid Wildli …
Abu Dhabi’s Fertiglobe delivers revenue growth of 105% to $1,471m
The fertiliser company, a joint venture between ADNOC and OCI, reported that it’s free cash flow increased to $789m in Q2 2022 from $328m in Q2 2021 …
UAE travel: Delays of up to one year for US visit visas leave travellers in flux
Executives in the travel industry are reporting delays in getting US visit visas, with some saying appointments are only available in August 2023. “Residents can apply for US tourist visas, but the …
Dubai: Expat walks within an hour of unique total knee replacement surgery
A US citizen recently underwent a knee replacement surgery to fix a deformity that had troubled him all his life. For the past three years, 69-year-old Mohammad Shafiq had been dealing with extreme …