InterContinental Dubai Festival City is set to participate in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2024, the leading global travel and tourism event. The property will highlight its unified offering, …
Longtime 6abc host, community staple Wally Kennedy dies at 76 years old
Wally Kennedy, a longtime host of ‘AM Philadelphia’ and ‘AM Live’ here at 6abc, has died. He was 76 years old. Every morning for decades, Philadelphia viewers watched him host the show that …
First look at Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort: New lease of life for oldest hotel in Dubai’s JBR
Perched on the southern coast of JBR beach, the pyramid-shaped Sheraton JBR was the first hotel to open in one of Dubai’s most popular neighbourhoods. Welcoming guests since 1996, it was the only …
Dhabi Hold Co announces dates for the fourth Family Office Summit Abu Dhabi 2024
The prestigious event will convene leading family offices and wealth management experts to foster innovation and financial growth in the UAE.
UAE announces immediate cancellation of EmSAT exam for Grade 12 students
UAE authorities have announced the immediate cancellation of EmSAT for Grade 12 students and the implementation of revised university admission …
Dubai: Top 5 green communities for buying a home in 2025
From energy-efficient homes to community gardens, find the perfect sustainable property investment in Dubai. Dubai: Top 5 green communities for buying a home in 2025. al barari, Arabian Ranches, dubai …
Dubai: How to use water taxi, ferry, abra; tickets, routes, fares explained
Here’s a guide to how you can travel by the different modes of marine transport — water taxi, ferry and abra.Dh1 per passenger/per trip (cash only)Dh1 per passenger/per trip (cash Only) …
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi arrives in Addis Ababa to attend World Without Hunger Conference on behalf of UAE President
ADDIS ABABA, 4th November, 2024 (WAM) — On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, …
Afghanistan favourites in familiar Sharjah against patchy Bangladesh
Form and familiarity with conditions are in Afghanistan’s favour; off-field issues and poor results have bogged Bangladesh down of late …
Sharjah’s DGR explores strategic partnerships with Guinea to enhance comprehensive development
Both parties highlighted the need to enhance strategic partnerships to support sustainable development in African countries. Discussions also explored potential collaborations with the Alliance …
UAE banking sector hits all-time-high of Dhs502.6 billion in capital, reserves
National banks have the lion’s share accounting for 86.3% of the total capital and reserves, reaching Dhs433.7 billion by July 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 10.4%.
UAE banking sector hits all-time-high of $136.94bln in capital, reserves
According to the latest data released by the Central Bank of the UAE, the sector’s capital and reserves witnessed a substantial year-on-year growth of 10.5% …
Dubai watchdog DFSA slaps $100,000 fine on marketing firm for misleading financial promotions in DIFC
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has issued a Decision Notice against Vedas International Marketing Management for conducting unauthorised financial promotions and making misleading …
Dubai Family Conglomerate Shutters Carrefour Stores in Jordan
One of Dubai’s largest family-run conglomerates is setting up a new grocery retailer in Jordan, a day after it shuttered stores it operated in the kingdom under the Carrefour SA brand. Majid Al …
Dubai commuters skip ‘1-hour bus queue’ with new Dh66 taxi-share service to Abu Dhabi
That is when she decided to opt for the newly introduced by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). “I often travel to Abu Dhabi for work, and I take the bus,” she told while rushing to the taxi.
Central Figure in Philippines COVID Corruption Scandal Spent $20M on Dubai Property
Two men with close connections to the administration of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte show up in leaked Dubai real estate data.
Exploring the UAE’s stargazing scene
Stargazing can be as unpredictable as aurora-chasing, but once you’re settled under a dark night’s sky with a vast canopy of thousands of twinkling stars overhead, there’s nothing quite like it. I’ve …