Long visa processes, expensive fees, and frequent rejections make international travel seem like an uphill battle for many …
Desert Vipers set up ILT20 Season 3 final against Dubai Capitals with victory over Sharjah Warriorz
Desert Vipers showcased an impressive all-round performance in their ILT20 Season 3 Qualifier 2 clash against Sharjah Warriorz. After restricting the Warriorz to 162/7, the Vipers chased down the …
UAE civil aviation sector transported 147.8m passengers in 2024; country now has over 9,600 pilots and 36,000 cabin crew
In 2024, the country welcomed 41.6m inbound passengers, while 41.7m departed, and 64.4m transited through its airports. The aviation sector also witnessed a notable increase in workforce numbers, with …
2025 Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open: Bencic [157th] vs. Krueger [51st] Prediction, Odds and Match Preview
In the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open final on Saturday, Belinda Bencic faces Ashlyn Krueger.Bencic is favored over Krueger for this tournament final, with -250 odds compared to the …
UAE strongly condemns shooting incident in Sweden
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the shooting incident at an educational centre in Orebro, Sweden, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries to dozens of innocent people. In a …
Stripe Competitor Rapyd Weighs Valuation Cut in $300 Million Funding Deal
Rapyd Financial Network is in talks to raise $300 million from investors at a $3.5 billion valuation, according to people familiar with the matter, a dramatic decline from its value of around $9 …
Dubai is now creating ‘Islands in the Sky’. It will have gardens and swimming pools
Dubai is set to redefine urban architecture with “Islands in the Sky,” a futuristic wellness tower featuring floating botanical gardens, cascading thermal pools, and social spaces. Developed by Therme …
Ministry of Finance announces issuance of cabinet decision on introduction of top-up tax for multinational enterprises
ABU DHABI, 8th February, 2025 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. 142 of 2024 on the introduction of the Top-up Tax for Multinational Enterprises, …
Merak review: An authentic Balkan experience for meat lovers in Dubai
Merak, which opened in September in JBR’s DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, offers a touch of the unusual to Dubai’s thriving gastronomy scene. The emirate is synonymous with modernity, something that’s …
If Ripple (XRP) and Ethereum (ETH) Are So Strong, Why Are Their Biggest Investors Moving Into This Altcoin?
Ripple (XRP) and Ethereum (ETH) have been facing a decline in price momentum as recently big investors have started exchanging their holdings for one altcoin with so much potential; this token offers …
A five-star stopover stay in a neighbour beats bustling Dubai
Highlight Muscat is a marvellous antidote to a more urgent Dubai with much to see, do and enjoy on a stopover of a few days, or as part of a longer visit to Oman. At the Mandarin Oriental’s otherwise …
Bencic overturns one-set deficit to meet Krueger at Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open final
Winner of the inaugural Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in 2023, Bencic went into this evening’s semi-final against the current champion as the underdog. Rybakina, who came out on top in a three-set thriller …
UAE Property: ‘How can I ensure my landlord isn’t overcharging for rent?’
Question: What’s changed with reference to the smart rental index introduced in Dubai at the start of this year, because I feel that my rent is now too high? Where can I go to ensure I’m not being …
Tech adoption rises in Dubai real estate
Over the past few years, the real estate industry in Dubai has undergone a significant transformation in terms of technology adoption. Building Management Systems (BMS), which were once expensive, …
Department of Government Enablement showcases Abu Dhabi’s AI leadership at Microsoft AI tour
The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) showcased Abu Dhabi’s leadership in artificial intelligence at the prestigious Microsoft AI Tour held in Dubai on 6th February 2025, highlighting its transformative TAMM platform.
Sotheby’s CEO: First Saudi auction and Abu Dhabi investment spur Gulf’s rise on global arts scene
After years of rising, the Gulf’s art and cultural scene has reached a new level of maturity, increasingly becoming a global focal point for the world’s most respected institutions. That has been especially clear over the past several months,
5G, IA et cybersécurité : comprendre et déjouer les nouvelles attaques DDoS
Selon l’Arcep, 22,1 millions de cartes SIM étaient actives au troisième trimestre 2024 en France, soit une hausse de +10 millions en un an. Cette explosion de la connectivité reflète l’intégration de …