Many motorists’ worst fears came true when their vehicles didn’t start as rainwater seeped into engines after remaining for three, four days in submerged p..
Satellite photos of UAE before and after severe flooding
ALBAWABA In April 2024, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) faced one of the most significant meteorological events in its recent history. A powerful storm, …
UAE Federal Tax Authority urges resident juridical persons with licenses issued in January and February to submit Corporate Tax registration applications by 31 May 2024
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has called on resident juridical persons who are taxable persons for Corporate Tax purposes with licenses issued in January and February (regardless of the year of …
Dubai family business survey highlights focus on growth, technology adoption
The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed the results of a survey conducted to gauge the opinions, aspirations, and strategies of the …
UAE stresses importance of uniting global efforts to confront international development challenges
The UAE concluded its participation in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group, held in Washington, DC, where the main ministerial meetings and events were …
UAE approaches completion of digital currency strategy with ‘Digital Dirham’ initiative
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is on the brink of finalizing the initial phase of its Central Bank’s ambitious strategy for the introduction of the d …
Investors From 145 Countries To Seek Investment Opportunities During The 2024 AIM Congress In May In Abu Dhabi
AIM Congress, the pinnacle gathering for global investment leaders, is poised to welcome an elite roster of top-tier investors to it …
H.E. Dr. Amna Al Dahak: Earth Day To Raise Public Plastic Awareness And Reinforce The UAE’s Transition Towards A Circular Economy
Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, emphasized Earth Day’s importance as a key p …
UAE floods: Hospitals, clinics offer free services amid reports of illness
Hospitals and clinics are offering a range of free medical services to individuals affected by the floods in Sharjah. These floods have left residents trap..
Adverse weather condition witnessed by UAE caused by climate change: Enviromental Expert
Several climate change and weather experts have affirmed that the intense and unprecedented rainfall experienced in the UAE on 16th April is indicative of the severe and exceptional climate shifts …
Dubai: From home repairs and cleaning to pest control; residents in flood-hit areas given free services
Dubai residents have been offered multiple services free of cost by the government, private businesses, retailers and property developers to help ease their burden in the wake of the unprecedented …
Dubai: Danube Launches Salman Khan’s Gym In Latest Project
Dubai-based private real estate developer Danube Properties has become the first in he Middle East to launch a gym with Salman Khan’s ‘Being Strong …
Dubai: Will Landlord Pay For Repairs Of Apartment Damaged In Rain?
In Dubai, a landlord is responsible for repair works and maintenance work of the rented property unless it is otherwise agreed in the rent contract that a tenant is responsible for repair works and …
Dubai: Thousands of cars drowned, electric ones kept on driving
Many Israelis flock to Dubai for motorized fun, but in just a day, its roads were flooded. While off-road vehicles were stranded, Teslas and electric Porsches continued to drive on.
Fact-Check: Old, Unrelated Video Falsely Linked to Dubai Floods
An Al-Arabiya report from 26 October 2018 stated that Tabuk experienced intense rainfall and hailstorms, causing flooding in valleys and reefs. Conclusion: Clearly, an old and unrelated video is being …
UAE’s Fintech Fortis Secures $20M in a Series A Round
Fortis, a retail tech and fintech solutions provider tailored for SMEs, announced the successful completion of Series A fundin …
UAE floods: Sewage-contaminated waters add to the stress of some Sharjah residents
Many areas are now accessible only by boats, with volunteers using kayaks to deliver essential supplies to people trapped in buildings due to accumulated waters …