Shares of Zymeworks Inc. rose after it announced an unusual licensing deal with Irish company Jazz Pharmaceuticals that could be worth US$1.8-billion-plus to the Vancouver cancer drug developer …
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UAE ramps up drive on clean energy
At a time when the world is reeling under the damaging impact of climate change, the clamour for renewable or clean energy has grown louder than ever. Climate change, triggered by burning coal, oil …
Saudi Arabia, UAE bolster militaries with former US military brass: Report
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have sought to improve their domestic militaries with the aid of hundreds of former US military veterans, including generals and admirals, according to …
UAE seeks to lure tech firms with long-term residency, financing
The United Arab Emirates is trying to lure advanced technology companies away from hubs in Asia and Europe by fast-tracking business licences and offering long-term residency for employees.
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UAE weather: Motorists warned of poor visibility, foggy conditions
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) on Wednesday urged motorists to follow traffic regulations due to fog formations on the roads.In a statement, NCM warned against deterioration in horizontal …
International Ski Championship in Dubai receives tremendous response
More than 30 competitors from 12 countries are competing in the FIS International Ski Championship which began at Ski Dubai at the Mall of the Emirates fro..
UFC 280 ‘Embedded,’ No. 3: Aljamain Sterling arrives to Abu Dhabi in a good mood
UFC 280 takes place Saturday at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPNews and ESPN+. The main event is a vacant lightweight title fight between former …
HSBC launches new banking service for millionaires in UAE
The UAE is attracting more capital and investment, which has also coincided with financial transparency concerns.
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Sharjah census teams to begin collecting data on Thursday
The first phase of a citywide census for Sharjah will begin on Thursday. The Department of Statistics and Community Development said 300 trained personnel would begin to visit all homes, buildings, …
Abu Dhabi Police give out free car seats to families to promote children’s safety
According to traffic authorities, children below the age of four should be seated in appropriate child seats to ensure they are secured inside the vehicle …
Crypto investors hunt for Do Kwon after $40-billion collapse of Terraform Labs
Kang Hyung-suk’s faith in cryptocurrencies was shattered by the US$40 billion collapse of Do Kwon’s cryptocurrency operator Terraform Labs, where he used to work in Seoul. Now he is looking for …
First phase of Sharjah Census 2022 begins on Thursday
Officials will collect the data on the nationality of the family head, number of family members as well as age, academic and vocational qualification of each member, contact information, and contact …
Louvre lends Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece Saint John the Baptist to Abu Dhabi outpost
Abu Dhabi’s bid to become a global cultural hub has received a boost with the loan of a Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece from the Louvre in Paris.Saint John the Ba …
UAE ranks 25th in the global pension indicators, says report
A Mercer Institute report focused on measuring global pension indicators revealed that the UAE is ranked 25th in its annual study, which included 44 global pension systems – equivalent to 65 per cent …
First Israeli Barak air defense system deploys to UAE, bigger deals expected: Sources
The UAE first began asking Jerusalem quietly about its defense systems in January in the wake of purported Houthi attacks.
UAE-Philippines flights: All you need to know about new travel requirement
The new travel document — called the eArrival Card — promises a more streamlined, simpler database that requires fewer details …
Dubai: Now, shop at Mall of the Emirates through WhatsApp
An entire mall in Dubai is now open for business via WhatsApp.Dubai-based Majid Al Futtaim, a leading mall operator in the UAE and region, has launched a digital concierge at the Mall of the Emirates …