Climate change is making such incidents much more common. In the decade from 2000 to 2009 only three thunderstorms cost the industry more than $1bn at current prices. From 2010 to 2019 there were ten.
If You Can Only Buy One Fintech Stock in April, It Better Be One of These 3 Names
InvestorPlace – Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips The global fintech sector is growing rapidly as its annual revenue will jump …
Eid Al Fitr 2024 prayer timings across the UAE
The UAE authorities said that Eid Al Fitr prayers would be held in approved mosques or Eid Musalla across the UAE. The first day of Eid Al Fitr is likely to be on Tuesday/ Wednesday according to the …
Kraken set timeline to delist Monero in Belgium and Ireland
Renowned crypto exchange Kraken has announced plans to delist privacy token Monero for its Belgium and Ireland users. According to the post, the exchange clarified that it was winding down its support …
Top things to do in the UAE from April 12-14
On 14 April, the Ripe Market will host the Community Run, starting at 7am and offering three routes of 2.5km, 5km, or 10km to cater to different abilities. After the run, participants can enjoy the …
UAE backs ‘Amalthea Fund’ with $15m allocation for Gaza relief
The fund was established to facilitate and coordinate the flow of aid arriving in Gaza, and ensure that aid is delivered as effectively as possible.
The UAE-Saudi Rivalry Is Heading for Space, Too
For Gulf states like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, ambitious space programs are about a lot more than commercial interests.
Japan will be first among NASA’s partners to have an astronaut on the Moon
But Japan will get the first international seat on a lunar landing mission, President Biden announced Wednesday during a joint press conference with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Other topics …
CBP Expands Mobile Passport Control to All Preclearance Airports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today that Abu Dhabi is the latest Preclearance location to allow U.S. citizens and select non-U.S. travelers to use the Mobile Passport Control (MPC …
Abu Dhabi bans buses on major road from April 15
Abu Dhabi will ban buses from travelling on a major road in the city, starting on Monday, April 15.
Abu Dhabi’s Sanad lands $145m Asiana Airlines contract
Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor Mubadala Investment, solidified its partnership with Asiana Airlines, the second …
Anantara unveils ‘dupe’ Santorini hotel in Abu Dhabi
Seeking the serenity of Santorini combined with Arabian hospitality? Enjoy the best of both worlds at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat …
Dubai Regulator Wants to Lower the Cost of Compliance for Small Crypto Firms
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority is investigating ways to lower the cost for firms to comply with its rules.
Dubai rules on alcohol: Fines, age limits, all you need to know
If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, then there are certain rules and norms that you must follow in Dubai. In 2023, laws in Dubai regarding buying alcoholic beverages eased. Authorities also …
Dubai’s Digital Assets Regulator to Ease Pressure on Small Crypto Firms
To obtain a regulatory license in Dubai through VARA, crypto companies must first pay the initial approval and registration fees.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai Property Transactions Sustain Momentum in Q1 2024
MENA’s leading property portal has revealed key data from its Market Watch digest report for Q1 2024. While Abu Dhabi recorded spikes in ready property transactions, Dubai sustained a growing interest …
Mysterious airstrip built on strategic Yemeni island has ‘I Love UAE’ sign
One satellite image shows sand carvings with the sign “I love the UAE”, although Abu Dhabi has yet to claim ownership of the construction works. Abd al-Kuri is one of four islands in the Socotra …