The UAE has witnessed an increase in the number of startups seeking venture debt financing for their operations, reaching $353 million in 2023. This figure represents a leap of 222% year on year (YoY) …
UAE residents drive from 130 to 1,300km for Eid Al Adha
How far would you be willing to drive to celebrate Eid Al Adha? Some UAE residents intend to travel for 2,600km to and from a destination for a short ro …
UAE: Can sellers refuse to replace ‘unsafe’ products sold to customers?
Is this legal? How can I address it? Answer: Article 1 of the Federal Law No. 15 of 2020 on Consumer Protection (the ‘UAE Consumer Protection Law’) defines the terms ‘Defect’ and ‘Malfunction’ related …
Dubai: New bridge opens; traffic project to cut travel time from 21 minutes to 7
A new bridge in Dubai that opened on Sunday, June 9, will separate traffic from the Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road to the service road leading to Jumeirah Golf Estate and Dubai Production City. The two …
Ajman Bank to support Ajman University’s Scholarship Endowment Fund
To provide high-quality educational opportunities for UAE nationals and enhance their leading role in the economic growth of the UAE …
Sharjah delegation wraps up Shanghai visit with 20+ key meetings to boost development and economic ties
During the 7-day official visit to the People’s Republic of China, Sharjah explores new avenues for collaboration in economy, investment, tourism, urban development, innovation, and cultural exchange
UAE keen to make oceans shine as clear as crystal
Dr. Amna Bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister for Climate Change and Environment, led the UAE delegation at the Ocean Action: Immersed in Change, a high-level stakeholder event that took place in San Jose …
UAE announces new abortion regulations in permissible cases
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the procedures and regulations for cases where abortion is permitted. In an X post on Saturday, the authority outlined various cases …
UAE To Experience Longest Day Of Over 13 Hours On THIS Date, Know All About Earliest Summer Solstice Since 1796
Every year, between June 20-22, the Summer Solstice takes place in the Northern Hemisphere. Usually, June 21 is considered to be the longest day of the year because during this time, the Sun is said …
Dubai: Can traffic fines from rental cars impact driver’s licence?
He received three traffic fines during that time. The rental company has sent me an invoice for the penalties, asking me to pay them. My colleague is willing to cover the cost, but I want to ensure …
Dubai announces Eid Al Adha holidays for public sector employees
The Dubai government announced the Eid Al Adha holiday for government employees, starting from Saturday, June 15, until Tuesday, June 18, with official work resuming on Wednesday, June 19. According …
Thousands across Dubai schools raise Dhs720,000 to help educate the needy
In the first phase of the initiative, students from 14 participating schools organised a diverse array of events to raise funds which were used to procure essential school supplies, including school …
My Dubai Rent: Estate agent settles down in Dh175,000 villa after hotel living
My Dubai Rent takes you inside a reader’s home to have a look at what they get for their money, how much they pay in rent and asks them what they like and don’t likeA brand new community with a strong …
UAE’s Masdar announces solar plants build in Azerbaijan
The three projects include the 445MW Bilasuvar Solar PV Project, the 315MW Neftchala Solar PV Project, and the 240MW Absheron-Garadagh Onshore Wind Project.. UAE’s Masdar announces solar plants build …
From scammers to ‘creeps’: Dubai residents trying to find love on dating apps say struggle is real
You would think dating in a bustling city like Dubai — home to millions of people from every corner of the world — would make it that much easier to bump into someone and have that perfect ‘meet-cute’ …
BurJuman unveils Dh1m promotion
BurJuman Centre has announced a spectacular programme … It is the job of the Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Department of Economic Development but whenever these outlets register for …
UAE: Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with Co-Founder, Co-Chairman of Carlyle Group
Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum First Deputy Ruler of Dubai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai International …