Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (Taqa) has announced the launch of a new green finance framework for the issuance of green bonds, sukuks, loans and other debt instruments. Proceeds from such …
Sharjah records Dhs1.7 billion in real estate transactions in March
The real estate sector in Sharjah continues its thriving activity during March 2023, as the volume of real estate transactions in the emirate reached Dhs 1.7 billion. This reflects the continued …
Lewis Hamilton era declared ‘over’ with Abu Dhabi the ‘great tipping point’
With his win-less streak up to 26 races, Kamphues has asked whether the “era of Lewis Hamilton in Formula 1 is over” and if Abu Dhabi 2021 was the “great tipping point”. Writing in his Formule 1 …
UAE president met by Egypt’s Sisi on Cairo visit
United Arab Emirates president Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed arrived in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, on Wednesday, the UAE state news agency (WAM) reported.
Four jailed, fined Dhs42,000 for assaulting and robbing a woman in Dubai
One of the defendants admitted that he was previously working as a driver for the victim and knew that she was investing in digital currencies.
KT Exclusive: How Sheikh Mohammed helped Japanese trainer Takagi realise his Dubai World Cup dream
In 1994, Takagi was chosen to join a unique initiative by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, that would see him intern …
Top global influencer scoops up luxury real estate in Dubai
Dubai’s luxury real estate segment continued to find takers among global celebrities, with famous French influencer Nabilla Leona Benattia-Vergara joining a long list of investors. Nabilla Vergara, …
Knafeh At Keturah: ‘The Bearded Bakers’ Bring Signature Food Theatre To Dubai’s Keturah Reserve
Dubai: Knafeh Bakery, conceived and operated by The Bearded Bakers (TBB), is an Australian-based business known for its pop-up shops and deliciou …
Digital Qube launches
Inspired by the fast growth within Abu Dhabi, Digital Qube has set up a new office in Yas … With many new, exciting projects being built on the island, from SeaWorld to stunning sea view property …
Masdar extends EDF Renewables partnership with 128MW/160MWh US solar-plus-storage project
UAE state-owned renewable energy developer Masdar has acquired a 50% stake in a 128MW/160MWh solar-plus-storage project from EDF Renewables North America. Located in California, the Big Beau project …
TDRA announces its transformation projects for ‘We the UAE 2031’ Vision
These initiatives are in alignment with the “We the UAE 2031” vision, which covers various aspects … It will enable safe and regulated use of modern technology like smartwatches and wearable devices …
Sharjah mum of six loses over million dirhams to crypto scam after being befriended by cybercriminal on WhatsApp
An Arab businesswoman in Sharjah is reeling from the aftermath of a crypto scam that swindled her out of over a million dirhams. The loss was even more devastating for Sara (name changed), a …
Sharjah Finance Department announces it will pay government employees salaries on 18th April
SHARJAH, 12th April, 2023 (WAM) — Sharjah Finance Department (SFD) announced that the salaries of Sharjah government employees would be paid ahead of schedule on the 18th of April to allow families …
UAE: Detainees Held Beyond Sentences
UAE authorities are using baseless counterterrorism justifications for continuing to hold them past their completed sentences. “Prisoners in the UAE94 case have already suffered tremendously after …
UAE visa reforms: 11 entry permits that make it easier to visit, work and live in the country
These key reforms have been achieved with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at the helm of the UAE Cabinet. On …
Dubai records over AED1.2 bn in realty transactions Wednesday
Dubai real estate market recorded 440 sales transactions worth AED1.1 billion, in addition to 93 mortgage deals of AED153.86 million, and 12 gift deals amounting to AED25.55 million on Wednesday, data …
UAE’s GDP doubled, foreign trade jumped 5 times in 17 years: Sheikh Mohammed
Economic expansion in the country swiftly picked up after His Highness took over, with digital development and adoption simultaneously accelerating in the nation …