This winter season, Dubai’s Gold Souk Extension is set to dazzle gold shoppers. With a legacy of exceptional retail offerings and deep cultural roots, the Souk is the perfect destination for embracing …
Sharjah Charity Sends 200 Workers on Umrah Pilgrimage
Two hundred workers from Sharjah set off on Wednesday, November 13, for an all-expense-paid Umrah pilgrimage, thanks to Sharjah Charity International. This initiative is part of the charity’s mission …
UAE startup funding to triple to $2bn by end of 2024 as region sees entrepreneur boom
Venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) funding in the UAE are expected to surpass $2 billion by the end of 2024, marking a more than threefold increase …
Overall salaries in UAE to increase 4% in 2025: Mercer
Companies in the consumer goods industry are forecasting the highest increase to salaries at 4.5%, said Mercer …
UAE Sees 56% Rise in Holiday Bookings for National Day
With the festive season and National Day long weekend around the corner, UAE residents are making travel plans for their winter getaways. Bookings for this holiday season have skyrocketed by 56% …
UAE helps arrest 58 suspects, seize 32kg illegal gold in Congo operation against environment crimes
Fifty eight suspects were arrested in a joint operation launched by the UAE to combat environmental crimes in the Congo Basin. The 14-day operation called ‘Jungle Shield’ was carried out under the …
UAE: New Golden Visa scheme announced for teachers, school leaders in RAK
A new Golden Visa programme has been announced for public and private school educators in Ras Al Khaimah. According to the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Kno..
Gold price is now down $220 in just 14 days – and UAE shoppers make strong return
UAE gold shoppers start to make a strong comeback as gold prices lose sparkle Shoppers in the UAE are getting back into their stride as prices keep dropping. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News …
There’s an epic rave happening on padel courts in Dubai this weekend
And it’s free to attend… Get ready to make a racket this weekend as Dubai’s boutique padel club, Matcha Club, is turning into the most unexpected party spot for one night only. For the first time in …
UAE Property: ‘Should I buy an off-plan or ready unit in Dubai?’
Question: I want to buy a property to live in Dubai. However, I am confused whether I should buy an off-plan or secondary market unit. I hear that it’s cheaper to buy a unit off-plan and I can benefit …
RFE/RL Uncovers Dubai Property In Ukrainian Lawmaker’s Family
An investigation by RFE/RL has uncovered that family members of a Ukrainian legislator from President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s Servant of the People party has hidden property in Dubai worth more than $1 …
WIOCC and e& team up to target African hyperscalers
UAE-based operator Etisalat by e& and Mauritius-based digital infrastructure provider WIOCC say they have formed a strategic partnership to integrate their subsea networks to accelerate growth of …
$545M for Dubai Police: Floating Station, New Academy & More
ensuring that Dubai Police remains at the forefront of security and emergency response. World’s First Floating Smart Police Station The world’s first offshore Smart Police Station is set to open at …
Billionaire Ali’s Lulu Falls in Debut After Mega Abu Dhabi IPO
Lulu Retail Holdings Plc’s shares fell after its $1.72 billion initial public offering, a rarity in the Middle East where listings have typically offered stellar returns in early trading.
Dubai Museum of the Future hits 3 million visitor milestone since 2022 opening
The Museum of the Future in Dubai has established itself as a centre for Arab scientific innovation, hosting 380 events focused on future governments, space, technology, economy, and business …
Khazna and BEEAH JV partners with SCTA for Sharjah, UAE, data centers
Sharjah Communication Technology Authority (SCTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to join BEEAH and Khazna Data Centers in developing data centers in Sharjah, UAE. The new collaboration …
Abu Dhabi’s IHC launches $1.4 bln share buyback program
Abu Dhabi’s largest listed firm International Holding Company (IHC) said on Thursday it has launched a share buyback program worth 5 billion dirhams ($1.36 billion).