The first harvest of natural honey in the Al Muntathar Reserve in Sharjah marks a significant milestone in the country’s food security efforts. The harvest reflects Sharjah’s commitment to developing …
UAE: Grace period for violators extended to December 31
This initiative also responds to appeals from violators wishing to settle their status by either leaving the country or obtaining employment and modifying their residency status …
‘Didn’t sleep for a month’: How UAE chef went from cooking at 11 to winning Michelin award
Faisal Al Harmoodi prepared his first dish when he was 11. Dictated the recipe by his mother who was unwell at the time and using a wheelchair for mobility, the young boy cooked the household’s daily …
UAE Ministry of Interior, US Department of Homeland Security announce start of implementing inclusion of Emirati citizens in ‘Global Entry’ program
The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced the start of implementing the entry procedure for Emirati citizens into the ‘Global Entry’ program in accordance with the agreement signed between the govern …
Pivot Payables Joins American Express Sync™
Pivot Payables Inc., a fintech company delivering corporate financial operations solutions , today announced a new integration with American Express. The integration offers American Express® U.S.
The Forbes Fintech 50: Apply For Our 2025 List
Apply for our tenth annual Fintech 50 list, where we highlight the most promising private businesses reinventing finance through technology.
Money20/20 USA Unveils Seven Incredible Fintech Startups And Industry Disruptors
Money20/20 USA brings together the most influential figures in the fintech and financial services landscape, unlocking growth opportunities for these startups to transform into industry-heavy hitters.
UAE driving licence at 17: Nervous, excited, say teens as parents wary
Many acknowledged the advantages the new law could bring to families, with teenagers able to assist with errands and school pick-up …
620 properties in US, UK, UAE: CID launches probe against ex-minister Saifuzzaman
The Financial Crimes Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into allegations of money laundering …
‘Treated staff like family’: Former Dubai Duty Free employee recalls Colm McLoughlin’s leadership
The retired DDF member shared that Colm was his biggest supporter when he wanted to pursue something different, even when everyone else was opposed …
81.4% of Japan’s oil imports sourced from UAE, Saudi Arabia in September
In September 2024 Japan imported 7287 million barrels of crude oil primarily sourced from the Gulf Cooperation Council GCC nations the United Ar …
Abu Dhabi Michelin Guide 2025: 3 new restaurants join the list as Ryba wins ‘opening of the year’
For the first time, three restaurants have been added to the Abu Dhabi Michelin Guide 2025 — Bord’o by Nicolas Isnard, Broadway, and Em Sherif Sea Café.A casual floor-seated fresh-catch diner in Abu …
Israel launches strikes on Iran, risking escalation in Mideast wars
Israel has launched airstrikes targeting what it described as military targets in Iran in retaliation for a ballistic missile assault Oct. 1. There was no immediate information on damage in …
Dubai – Weather warnings issued
Observed at 01:00, Thursday 31 October BBC Weather in association with MeteoGroup, external All times are Gulf Standard Time (Asia/Dubai, GMT+4) unless otherwise stated.
Singapore and UAE: Complementary hubs for business leaders with global ambitions
A FLIGHT departs from Singapore’s Changi Airport every 80 seconds. Within six hours, that plane could reach any country in South-east Asia. Read more at The Business Times.
UAE: U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility transitions to Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi Airports today announced the full transition of the new state-of-the-art United States Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) facility to Zayed International Airport (AUH).
Sharjah’s realty transactions up by 47% in first 9 months of 2024
Sharjah real estate (realty) is continuously flourishing, as the volume of real estate transactions has increased by 47 per cent during the first nine months of 2024, compared to the same period last …