Average real estate sales rates across the Abu Dhabi market rose to Dh16,200 per sqm in Q1 2025 from Dh14,100 per sqm in Q1 2024, representing a 13.4 per cent year-on-year increase, a report showed on …
Active Abu Dhabi launches Misrah, an initiative to promote national identity and community well-being
Emirates Foundation was launched on 12 April 2005 as an initiative of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. It is chaired by His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed …
Sharjah Police refer two men to public prosecution after road rage turns violent
Brigadier Ibrahim Musabah Al Ajel, Director General of General Department of Comprehensive Police Stations, affirmed that Sharjah Police deal firmly with such incidents that do not reflect a proper …
UAE and Côte d’Ivoire to boost bilateral economic cooperation
Organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), in coordination with the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FCCI), a high-level …
Chinese, Hong Kong investors fuel Dubai property boom
In Dubai, luxury property transactions averaged $743,000 in Q1 2025, with foreign buyers, including Chinese investors, paying a premium at $1.12 million on average.
Dubai startup positions yerba maté as matcha rival in wellness beverage boom
Raji Tarabay, a senior manager at Publicis Media Group, founded his company, Yerba, in early 2025 after identifying an untapped opportunity in Dubai’s competitive wellness market for the traditional …
Dubai Chambers showcases Dubai’s competitive advantages to 60 companies from Madagascar
“Dubai’s non-oil trade with Madagascar increased by 90% during 2024, reaching a value of AED 1.3 billion.” …
UAE: Will petrol prices drop in June after inching up in May?
Petrol prices in the UAE could see a small cut when new rates are announced for June 2025 at the end of this month. Brent oil mostly traded in the low $60s a barrel range in May 2025, which is …
Binghatti and ADIB to bring Sharia-compliant home finance solutions to the UAE real estate market
Agreement will facilitate homeownership for UAE residents and support the growth and maturity of the UAE real estate market …
PH, Dubai biz working on deals ahead of CEPA signing — DTI
Philippines and Dubai businesses are exploring partnerships to boost two-way trade and investments ahead of the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CEPA). Among the initial …
Beat the heat: 59 top indoor activities in Dubai
Here’s one of those fun indoor activities in Dubai for both kids and adults. Air Maniax is Dubai’s largest indoor inflatable park which you can find in Arabian Centre Dubai, A …
Parking in Dubai: A guide to permits, paid parking and do’s and don’t’s
Parking is completely free on Sundays and public holidays at the Deira mall, but you will have to pay if you stay for a longer period during the week. Parking is completely free at City Centre Mirdif.
Adnoc Drilling secures $1.15bn offshore contract for AI-integrated jack-up rigs
Adnoc Drilling, the Middle East’s largest drilling company, has awarded a $1.15 billion contract for two jack-up rigs to Adnoc Offshore as the company continues to expand its fleet. The 15-year …
Abu Dhabi’s TAQA eyes acquisition opportunities in ‘key’ US market
Abu Dhabi’s TAQA is exploring buying companies in the United States and elsewhere, its chief executive told Reuters, as the state-owned utility continues its international expansion and strives to …
5 unmissable rock shows in Abu Dhabi 2025
It’s time to rock out… Few things in life are more freeing, expressive and energetic than a rock show. The good news is, we have several coming to the UAE capital this year. On that note, here are 5 …
World Utilities Congress opens in Abu Dhabi
The World Utilities Congress 2025 opened today at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu …
High-level German delegation visits IFZA for strategic business talks in Dubai
The visit comes at a time when many German SMEs are actively expanding into international markets such as the UAE, as trade relations between both countries continue to grow. The delegation was warmly …