Mubadala Investment Company PJSC has begun construction of the Al Maryah Waterfront enhancement project on Al Maryah Island. The move marks the start of a development that will transform the area’s …
5 of the best restaurants in Abu Dhabi this week: July 21 to 24
What’s cooking in some of the best restaurants in Abu Dhabi this week Good food isn’t hard to find in Abu Dhabi – but some spots, new or familiar, are switching things up in the best way. Here are …
Arada to raise $500m as UAE property market flourishes
The UAE’s Arada Developments is seeking up to $500 million from a sukuk issuance as it becomes the latest property company in the region to tap debt markets. Arada, which is based in Sharjah, would …
UAE tax authority announces $871mln in tax refunds for Emiratis building new residences by June
“Notable examples include the tax refund services for new residences for UAE nationals and VAT refund for tourists, which have undergone continuous improvement to streamline and expedite the refund …
UAE to impose higher taxes on sugary drinks
The UAE has revised its excise tax structure for sugar-sweetened drinks to encourage healthier lifestyles. The current flat-rate tax will be replaced by a tiered model starting in 2026, the …
Federal Tax Authority announces AED 3.2bln in tax refunds for UAE nationals building new residences by June 2025
The FTA also highlighted that more than 7,000 new applications for VAT refunds for UAE nationals building new residences were approved between June 2024 and June 2025, amounting to AED 653.1 million.
Dubai to take control of offshore oil resources | Reuters
Dubai has joined those oil producers tightening their grip on energy assets, … Dubai to take control of offshore oil resources. By Reuters. August 9, 2007 9:10 PM UTC Updated January 20, 2007 …
Mapped out: Abu Dhabi’s 13 best-ranked private schools and how much they charge
Abu Dhabi residents have plenty of top-rated options when it comes to choosing the best private schools for their children. There are more than 200 nurseries and schools in the emirate offering …
Exclusive-Trump pledged to save Afghans. But UAE had already sent some evacuees back, cable shows
By Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Days before President Donald Trump said he would help Afghan evacuees who fled their country and were stuck in the United Arab Emirates, the Emirati government …
Dubai Police arrest cybercrime gang behind fake online investment schemes
The operation was part of the ongoing national awareness campaign, launched to educate the public about rising cyber threats …
UAE golden visa issue: FTO irked by FBR’s ‘inefficiency’
ISLAMABAD: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has taken notice of the issue of Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) inefficiency to timely seek data from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) about the golden …
Look: Inside Sharjah’s red sand Faya desert that holds 210,000 years of history
The terrain is a dramatic mosaic of red-coloured sands, jagged rock formations, and fossilized riverbeds, which at some point in time was all under an ocean.
New Dubai classification to remove ‘AI stigma’ in content, experts say
The new system uses visual icons to indicate the extent of human and AI involvement in producing content — be it for ideation, writing, or design …
Calidus showcases advanced defence technologies at IDEF 2025
Calidus Holding Group, a UAE-based defence company, is participating in the 17th edition of the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), held at the Istanbul Expo Center in Türkiye from 22nd …
Dubai Chocolate Spread Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
World Market recalled its Emek Spread Pistachio Cacao Cream with Kadayif sold from June 11 to July 9, according to a release from the FDA. The spread’s jar is labeled with “Dubai” and contains similar …
Shisha company employee fined Dhs1.13 million for stealing daily revenues in Dubai
Dubai Civil Court has ordered a former employee of a Shisha service company to repay Dhs1,034,000 as embezzled amounts besides Dhs100,000 in compensation …
Due Diligence in Dubai: Lessons for Valuing Alternative Investments
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (“DFSA”) recently announced that it’s considering major regulatory revisions, including removing unnecessary regulatory burdens and lowering barriers to entry, …