Business optimism picked up from November but remains off October’s elevated levels, and while firms did continue to increase staff count, this was at a slower pace. Tourism and the aviation sector …
RERA and Zand Digital Bank join forces to manage Dubai’s real estate escrow accounts
The MoU authorises Zand Digital Bank to oversee real estate development escrow accounts and provide associated services in Dubai. Image: Shutterstock The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), the …
Abu Dhabi Gears Up To Welcome PM Modi For 1st Hindu Temple’s Inauguration
Designed to accommodate 8,000 to 10,000 individuals of all faiths, the BAPS Hindu temple is an architectural brilliance.
New UAE law: Employees cannot be fired from their jobs over mental health conditions
Employers in the UAE cannot make decisions about hiring, terminating or restricting job opportunities for residents over a mental health condition, as per a new law passed recently. “Instead, any …
UAE to provide airlock for NASA’s moon-orbiting Gateway space station
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is getting involved with NASA’s Artemis moon program, by building an airlock for the lunar Gateway space station. In return, one of the Middle Eastern nation’s …
Inauguration of BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi milestone for tolerance: UAE Ambassador
The inauguration of the the Swaminarayan temple of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha, Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi next month will be a monumental day to “celebrate tolerance …
UAE and Saudi Arabia lead $493bn Arab stock market gains in 2023
The UAE and Saudi Arabia were at the forefront of Arab stock market gains last year, according to data compiled by WAM. Arab stock markets soared to record highs in 2023, with combined gains of $493bn …
Dubai: Bassem Youssef talks about the dark side of social media success
In a thought-provoking and satirical keynote address, Bassem Youssef, an acclaimed Egyptian comedian and television host, captivated audiences on the opening day of the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2024 …
Dubai’s first vertical axis wind turbine to power RIT’s sustainability park
Dubai now has a vertical axis wind turbine, a first for the emirate, installed on the campus of the Rochester Institute of Technology’s branch in the emirate.The installation of the 10-kilowatt …
Are Dubai real estate prices likely to remain competitive in 2024?
Rents have been rising in Dubai, registering a 32.6 percent year-on-year uptick in Q2 2023, according to analysts at ValueStrat Last year represented another exceptional period for the UAE’s real …
Vistara Is Reportedly Planning A Pune-Dubai Flight
Vistara has reportedly sought permission to start a new international flight from Pune to Dubai. Pune has limited international flights due to its short runway that can only support operations of …
etisalat by e& and Cisco Partner for a More Connected and Sustainable UAE
Cisco sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advanced connectivity solutions and services for businesses in the UAE …
UAE: This resident has travelled to 44 countries in his Dubai-registered car
Munir Karim says his journeys have been a rich source of cultural insights, teaching him humility, appreciation for humanity …
Sharjah Ruler launches project to revive old town of Al Hira
Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated, on Wednesday, a project to revive the old town of Al Hira in the city of Sharjah. Upon Ruler Sharjah …
Nathan Outteridge will replace Nicolai Sehested behind the wheel of the Danish F50 in Abu Dhabi
Miranda Blazeby, Digital Editor SailGP Outteridge, who previously steered Japan to two season Finals, will step in for Sehested, who will remain in …
Nokia, du look to lead in UAE with 5G-Advanced RedCap
5G devices commonly feature intricate hardware and energy-intensive capabilities, resulting in higher cost, size and power consumption. By contrast, du sees RedCap technology as being dedicated to …
Dubai might be travellers’ favourite hotspot, but Asian destinations are trending for 2024
While Dubai received the most positive comments from travellers on TripAdvisor, Asia is expected to be central to many vacation plans in 2024, if the …