UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a key Federal Decree concerning the Central Bank and organisation of financial institutions and their activities. The law repre…
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RTA Unveils Finalists of Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), announced that the par…
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Sharjah International Book Fair to kick off on Wednesday
Sharjah: The much-anticipated Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) will be raising its curtains on its 37th edition on Wednesday at Expo Centre Sharjah, it was announced. The 11-day cultural …
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Israel’s Anthem Plays in Abu Dhabi for First Time as Judoka Wins Gold
Sagi Muki of Israel won a gold medal on Sunday at the International Judo Federation’s Grand Slam competition in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. For the first time, as a result, the Israeli nati…
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Israeli Judoka Sagi Muki wins gold medal in Abu Dhabi
Israeli Judoka Sagi Muki defeated Belgian Judoka Matthias Casse in the Judo Grand competition held in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening, winning the gold medal. Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev, who i…
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Sauber hoping for imminent decision on Raikkonen Abu Dhabi test
Sauber is trying to get Raikkonen an early first test with the team in Abu Dhabi at the end of November. Sauber Formula 1 chief Frederic Vasseur is expecting to learn imminently whether Kimi Raikkonen …
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Self-driving vehicles for last mile in Dubai next year
Part of Dubai’s strategy to broaden the horizon for self-driving or driverless technology, the $5.1 million (Dh18.71) challenge is the first of its kind global contest that aims to make Dubai a …
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UAE issues new law governing central bank, financial institutions
The United Arab Emirates has issued a new law governing the central bank and the regulation of financial institutions and activities in an effort to bolster monetary performance and confidence in …
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UAE students discuss pressing financial issues with experts
Students interacted with experts at a discussion summit focused on global financial markets at the Delhi Private School Sharjah’s sixth edition of ‘Opinions’. The event, held at Emirates …
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UAE economy growth drives ‘war on talent’ for tech professionals
UAE business leaders are confident about their companies’ prospects for 2019, as growth in the UAE economy – boosted by government reforms and digital technology adoption – drives demand for high-skil…
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Fake news: Flydubai denies viral ‘fire’ video
Dubai: Authorities have denied rumours about … Offenders who post false news in Kuwait can also be slapped with a hefty fine, according to amended Article 4, Law Number 31/1970.
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Dubai clarifies harmful nail polish rumours
Dubai: Authorities in Dubai have responded to the claims of harmful nail polish and confirmed that all brands of cosmetic brands are safe. In a statement, the civic body announced: “Dubai …
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30 Sharjah schools to compete in Arabic language competition
Sharjah: A total of 30 public schools will compete in the third edition of the Lughati (My Language) Cup competition at this year’s Sharjah International Book Fair, it was announced. Lughati …
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UAE Central Bank unveils new banknote
Dubai: The UAE Central Bank unveiled on Sunday the new Dh100 banknote that will enter into circulation this week. The new currency bill has been reprinted with new security features, which can all …
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UAE to launch KhalifaSat next Monday, signalling new dawn of space industry
With the launch of KhalifaSat, the UAE will strengthen its position and competitiveness among the world’s leading countries in space technology manufacturing. The development of KhalifaSat forms part …
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How technology is driving tourism in Dubai
For many, travel is an investment -financially and emotionally. The increase in disposable income combined with millennials who seek immersive experiences, has encouraged the evolution of the travel i…
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Dubai’s resident population crosses 3.1 million
Dubai’s resident population reached 3,136,400 at the end of the third quarter of 2018, an increase of 232,400 in the last 12 months, according to the Dubai Statistics Center (DSC). Meanwhile …
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