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UAE’s ADNOC awards $17 billion of contracts for gas project
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) said on Thursday it had awarded contracts worth about $16.94 billion for a gas project that aims to operate with net zero carbon dioxide emissions, adding it …
Under the UAE President’s Directives, HH Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Launches First UAE Wind Program, Showcasing Low Wind Innovation
Under the directives of the UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi …
UAE launches first wind farms in net-zero push
The UAE has launched its first wind programme as it intensifies efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and diversify its energy mix. Abu Dhabi clean energy company Masdar has developed the 103.
Dubai-based entertainment giant HyperSpace secures $55mn funding
This funding initiative, consisting of both equity and debt components, also includes significant contributions from Riyadh Season, SEGA Ventures, and Apis Venture Partners …
21-Year-Old NY City Student Released After Paying ₹41 Lakh As Fine For ‘Touching’ Customs Official At Dubai Airport
Elizabeth Polanco de los Santos, a 21-year-old college student from New York, endured a two-month-long detention in Dubai, starting from her layover at the Dubai airport in July. Her ordeal began on …
Victoria Unikel says she will expand VUGA Media Group to UAE
Media mogul Victoria Unikel said she will expand all her entertainment companies to the UAE because she has been quote …
Crypto cards facilitated $3B payment volume post 2021 exchange deals – Visa VP
Visa’s partnerships with a number of high-profile cryptocurrency exchanges has facilitated billions of dollars in payments volume since 2021.
Abu Dhabi travel start-up Dharma raises $4.7 million in new funding
Dharma, an Abu Dhabi-based business-to-business travel management platform, has raised $4.7 million in a new funding round as it aims to expand its business. The pre-series A funding round was led by …
Abu Dhabi to make culinary history with inaugural ‘Open Fire Food Festival by Steve Harvey’
The Open Fire Food Festival Abu Dhabi is a sizzling celebration of culinary artistry and flavors, set against the stunning backdrop of Yas Island’s iconic Abu Dhabi Hill. Hosted by the renowned Steve …
‘Referees make mistakes’: Pierre Gasly compares Liverpool VAR farce to Abu Dhabi controversy
Alpine driver Pierre Gasly admits the VAR farce surrounding Liverpool’s disallowed goal against Tottenham made him think of Abu Dhabi and the controversial end to the 2021 Formula 1 season.Luis Diaz’s …
UAE, Turkey Discuss Rail Link in Race For Europe-Asia Trade Routes
Abu Dhabi wealth fund ADQ and Turkey are in talks to build a railway over Istanbul’s Bosphorus strait as part of a planned trade corridor linking Europe to the Middle East and Asia, according to …
UAE: 3 lucky winners take Dh100,000 home in new Mahzooz Triple 100 draw
Millions on Thursday announced the names of three lucky winners who won Dh100,000 each. The three individuals from Egypt, India and Afghanistan stood out through the thrilling ‘Triple 100’ raffle draw …
UAE: Ban On Plastic Bags To Take Effect In This Emirate From January 1, 2…
Starting January 1, 2024, no single-use plastic bags will be allowed in Ras Al Khaimah, authorities have announced. The emirate’s Environment Protection and Development Authority (Epda) on Wednesday …
Dubai: WhatsApp users urged to take this step to protect accounts from hackers
Authorities advised residents to never immediately reply to any messages asking for money or credit card information, even from friends and family
Dubai International Chamber arranges over 160 B2B meetings during trade mission to Jewellery & Gem WORLD Hong Kong show
The trade mission was organised as part of the ‘New Horizons’ initiative, a programme spearheaded by Dubai International Chamber to drive the international expansion of Dubai-based businesses in priority markets while promoting the emirate as a thriving global hub for business, trade, and investments.
Dubai Hessa Street traffic to ease, redevelopment details revealed
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), as part of the AED689 million Hessa Street Improvement Project which aims to ease traffic for commuters has announced details of the street redevelopment. Four main intersections are set to be revamped as part of this initiative.