It is an indication of how much the golfing landscape is changing that Jon Rahm is starting his competitive year this week at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, writes Iain Carter.
Dubai to train 1 billion people from 34 countries in fire safety, offer up to Dh1 million prize
The UAE has launched an ambitious new initiative to train one billion individuals around the world in fire safety and preparedness. The initiative aims to collaborate with 34 countries and 16 major …
This is how much a pint now costs at 11 of Dubai’s top pubs and bars
But with the alcohol tax being reinstated, there’s a renewed focus on the sip to dirham ratio of Dubai’s drinks menus. If you hadn’t already heard, a 30 percent sales tax on hops, grape and other …
Dubai Property Values Rise 27.5% in One Year
Dubai’s residential property market experienced remarkable growth in 2024, with capital gains averaging 27.5% year-on-year. This performance significantly exceeded initial forecasts, according to a …
Most advanced satellite in the region, MBZ-SAT, all set for launch later tonight
Dubai: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced that MBZ-SAT, the most advanced satellite in the region, is scheduled to launch later tonight with a 27-minute window opening at …
Malaysia’s Yinson secures deal with investors including Abu Dhabi for US$1 billion funding
MALAYSIAN energy infrastructure firm Yinson Holdings said it has signed an agreement with a consortium of investors for a funding round in its unit that makes vessels used by the offshore oil and gas …
UAE President, New Zealand Prime Minister witness signing of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal’s maiden six-wicket for India as the hosts beat England by 75 runs in the third and final Twenty20 International …
Abu Dhabi’s ADIA Buys Stake in Canadian Firm in Hedge Fund Push
The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is buying a minority stake in a Canadian platform that makes it easier to allocate capital to multiple hedge funds.
Abu Dhabi calls on pet owners to register cats and dogs
Abu Dhabi has called on pet owners in the emirate to register cats and dogs in the emirate. The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) is encouraging pet owners to register their cats and …
Sharjah Chamber, Jordanian delegation discuss strengthening trade, investment cooperation
The discussions focused on enhancing private sector communication, increasing investments, and exploring opportunities …
GCC IPO momentum to extend into 2025
Saudi Arabia led the pack in terms of the number of IPOs, with 42 companies listing on the Nomu Parallel Market and the Main Market …
Trump’s $13 billion man in Dubai draws skeptics over big U.S. push
Many were taken aback when Dubai tycoon Hussain Sajwani stood beside Donald Trump to pledge a $20 billion investment in U.S. data centers.
Dubai real estate market sees rising interest from Germans, French, British as investor demographic shifts
The city’s stability and investor-friendly environment have positioned it as an appealing alternative for international property buyers …
Aramex enhances customer service with innovative self-service kiosk in Dubai
The OMNI Drop Off self-service kiosk allows customers to seamlessly pack, weigh, and ship parcels within minutes …
UAE-Based Sigma Capital Launches US$100 Million Fund to Help Catalyze Web3 Innovation in the Region
Sigma Capital, a Web3 early-stage venture capital (VC) firm that operates across the GCC, has announced the launch of a US$100 million fund dedicated towards accelerating Web3 innovation in the Middle …
Sharjah Chamber, Jordan discuss strengthening trade, investment cooperation
The discussions focused on enhancing private sector communication, increasing investments, and exploring opportunities …
Abu Dhabi Residents Must Register Pets Starting Feb 3
Pet owners in Abu Dhabi will soon need to register their microchipped cats and dogs under a new animal ownership service launching on February 3. This new requirement, announced by the Department of …