Statistics released by Air Customs Center Management at Dubai Customs show that the diamond and gold trade from March 1 to end of June comprised AED35.6 billion of imports (428.8 …
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Dubai take action against nine sports facilities for non-compliance with COVID-19 protocols
DUBAI – Teams from Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Economy have taken action against nine facilities for violating COVID-19 precautionary measures and safety guidelines following intensified …
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Crypto News Recap: All Eyes on Dubai at this Year’s 5th Edition of Global Blockchain Congress
Bitcoin is still at bull run attempt as the prices hovered around $11,000. Trading Now at $10,957.74, the main coin recovered and hit the highest point …
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Abu Dhabi-backed ADQ now owns 22.25% stake in logistics firm Aramex
Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company’s (ADQ) Alpha Oryx now owns 22.25 percent stake in courier giant Aramex. The global provider of logistics and transportation solutions confirmed the acquisition …
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First Abu Dhabi Bank hires banks for dollar bonds – document
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the largest lender in the United Arab Emirates, has hired banks to arrange an investor call ahead of an issuance of U.S. dollar-denominated bonds, a document showed. DUBAI, …
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Abu Dhabi’s Adnec in deal with Reed Expo to buy top security event
UAE – The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (Adnec), part of ADQ, has acquired the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi). A leading conference in Middle …
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Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi extends staycation offer until end of the year
It’s been all about staycations in Abu Dhabi this summer. And keeping the good times rolling, one of Abu Dhabi’s top hotels has extended its staycation offers until the end of the year. Grand Hyatt …
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Watch: How a 3-year-old Dubai boy trapped in a swimming pool was rescued
The incident, as reported by gulf News earlier, occurred on the night of September 14 when Thazeema Ashraf was sitting at the edge of the swimming pool at her residence, watching …
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Coronavirus news bulletin from UAE: 674 Covid-19 cases reported; teachers can opt for vaccine; celeb held for Dubai parties
Here’s a round-up of all the latest Covid-19 developments you need to know: UAE reports 674 Covid-19 cases, 761 recoveries, no deaths The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention on Sunday reported 674 …
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Retiring in Dubai made easier: Applications do not need medical insurance, cost $600
Retiring in Dubai is now easier as applicants no longer have to obtain medical insurance before submitting their application, the government organization that oversees the process announced via email …
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Video: Inside Dubai’s $5bn Heart of Europe project
Considering the project did rely on Expo 2020 for their foreign traction, how does THOE feel about its postponement? How has Covid-19 impacted this mega project? How is the project braving the …
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674 new cases, wedding guidelines, Umm Al Quwain crash, actress arrested in Dubai – The Daily Update
On today’s update we have the latest coronavirus figures, news of three people killed in a car crash, and Dubai police arresting an actress for breaking Covid-19 restrictions on her birthday. Abu …
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ADDED identifies 14 new investment areas within Abu Dhabi’s health sector
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, ADDED, has identified 23 industrial areas for investment mainly in the pharmaceutical and medical industries aimed at achieving …
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Coronavirus: Dubai Police arrest Arab actress for hosting public birthday parties
Dubai Police have arrested an Arab actress – identified only by her initials as “M.H” – after she had organized two parties to mark her birthday and published videos of the events on social media, in …
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Monday morning rush hour clogs Dubai-Sharjah roads
Sharjah roads causing huge tailbacks. According to Google Maps, tailbacks were reported on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and E11. Motorists are advised to follow traffic rules and take alternate …
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‘Drug kingpins’ to be extradited to Australia, court in Dubai orders
The court has approved the extradition to Australia of two Sydney men over their role in an alleged major drug importation ring.
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Coronavirus: Abu Dhabi teachers can opt for Covid-19 vaccine
Teachers of public schools in Abu Dhabi have been given the option to register to get a Covid-19 vaccine that is being trialled in four Arab countries, including the UAE. Principals have received an …
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