UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, who is currently on a six-month journey aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has shared photographs of the Himalayan mountains visible from space. The …
Dubai-Based Shuaa Capital’s Top Investors Are Exploring Sale
Shuaa Capital PSC’s main shareholders are in early-stage talks to sell down their stakes in the Dubai-based investment bank, offering potential buyers access to one of the Gulf region’s oldest financial institutions. As part of the plans, the bank’s …
Dubai school holidays revealed for 2023-2024
Dubai private schools will welcome students back for the 2023-2024 academic year on Monday, August 28. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has released dates for the upcoming year, …
Masdar to build massive $1.5 billion Dubai solar park
DEWA has selected Masdar as the preferred bidder for 1,800MW sixth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park . Masdar to build massive $1.5 billion Dubai solar park . DEWA, Masdar, power, …
Internet speed is about to get three times faster in the UAE
For those who understand the technical lingo, the new innovation involves aggregating 3 carriers of 100 Mhz each within C-Band and 2.6 Ghz band. In other words, it means that the network will be …
Fugro completes the Middle East’s first remotely operated subsea inspection
Employing approximately 10,000 talented people in 57 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, predominantly in the energy, infrastructure and water industries, both offshore and onshore. In …
Indian rupee falls against UAE dirham on Monday
The dollar index, meanwhile, rose to 102.98, while Asian currencies declined up to 0.8 per cent on the back of higher US yields …
UAE farm makes honey for over $273; here’s how
Beekeeping has become rewarding endeavour for many citizens, not only providing source of income, but also promoting a strong sense of community spirit …
India could export power to Singapore, link power grid with UAE, Saudi Arabia
Singapore is open to the possibility of importing electricity from countries in the region, including India, the Energy Market Authority told The Straits Times, on August 13.
Abu Dhabi revises hotel fees to boost hospitality sector
The change, which follows directives from the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, is set to take effect from September 1 …
flydubai: Creating a buzz, brand visibility and spotlighting business class
Summer serves a key travel season for flydubai, it’s a time where everyone is excited to make plans and a time where the carrier is able to go beyond their traditional network. Running a campaign …
Staycations and eating out at hotels is about to get cheaper in Abu Dhabi
Staycations and eating out in hotel restaurants is about to get cheaper thanks to a reduction of government fees. From Friday September 1, the tourism fee issues to guests will be reduced from six …
Abu Dhabi TAQA’s Q2 profit falls 17% on lower energy prices, production
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company, also known as TAQA, posted a 17% dip in its Q2 2023 net profit to 1.92 billion ($523 million) on lower energy prices and production. The result was mostly in line …
UAE Press: Abu Dhabi’s tourism boost is working
First-time visitors to Abu Dhabi usually visit at least a handful of the tourist attractions recommended to them by travel guides or friends who have visited the country, told of their experiences and …
A Micromoon will be in the Dubai sky this week
And this week another celestial event will take place as Dubai will see a Micromoon. Wednesday August 16 is when the Micromoon, which is a New Moon, will be in the sky. What makes a new Micromoon?
Dubai’s Queen Elizabeth 2 hotel announces closure
Guests attempting to secure accommodations at the hotel received a message explaining the unfortunate situation. Dubai’s Queen Elizabeth 2 hotel announces closure. dubai hospitality, dubai hotels, …
Dubai: ‘Aatidonji Dina 2023’ cultural food festival programme to be held in Fortune Karama Hotel
SCENT (Sandhya Creations Event Network Team) in association with Fortune Karama Hotel (A Praveen Shetty Enterprise) will jointly present the second ‘Aatidonji Dina 2023’ cultural food festival …