F irst Abu Dhabi Bank, the largest bank in the UAE, has agreed a long-term global deal with Mastercard. It says the aim of the collaboration is to redefine the region’s payments …
UAE business owners say flexibility is key for employees during Ramadan
As Ramadan began on Monday, private companies across the UAE introduced new working hours for employees. Last week, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation confirmed a reduction of two hours …
Dubai traffic alert: Vehicle on fire on major road; authority warns motorists
Motorists have been alerted of a vehicle on fire on a major road in Dubai by the police. Taking to X, Dubai Police warned drivers of the incident on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road at Mirdif City …
UAE: This Radio Show Is A ‘Direct Line’ Between The Sharjah Ruler And Residents
There are several radio programmes in the UAE that let citizens and expatriates raise issues on air. However, Sharjah’s Direct Line has one keen listener: The Ruler of Sharjah. The programme has …
T20 Series: Dashing Waseem Credits Bowlers For UAE’s Big Win Over Scotland
UAE skipper Mohammad Waseem saluted his bowlers and singled out pacer Junaid Siddique for special praise after the hosts overwhelmed Scotland by eight wickets in the opening match of the T20 series.
Eid Al Fitr holiday: UAE residents could get up to 9 days off
Residents could enjoy up to nine days off in April to celebrate Islamic festival Eid Al Fitr, which is marked after the holy month of Ramadan. That means employees in the UAE — from both private and …
Highlights from Day 1 of Ramadan 2024 in Dubai
The first day of Ramadan in Dubai saw a rush of activity as Muslims across the city observed the holy month with mass iftars, moments of reflection, and community engagement. As the UAE joined …
ONE Establishes New Headquarters in Dubai
Ocean Network Express (ONE) has opened a West Asia Regional Headquarters in Dubai. The move aims to expand ONE’s growth in the …
Great Web3 games should be fully — not partially — on-chain
Unlike games that rely partly on centralization (Axie Infinity), fully on-chain games give players more control — and get them more engaged.
Revolutionizing Corporate Innovation: Embracing the Future with Outcome-Based Accelerators
As outcome-based models become more prevalent, they offer a means to distinguish between accelerators that are genuinely committed to fostering meaningful innovation and those that serve primarily as …
US-UAE collaboration on Artemis missions key to ‘unravelling mysteries of the cosmos’
As plans move forward on the Artemis programme, which aims to put humans back on the Moon, US-UAE collaboration will be critical to “unravelling the mysteries of the cosmos”, Emirati astronaut Sultan …
Acclime announces expansion into UAE with acquisition and rebranding of MeiPro
HONG KONG, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Acclime, Asia’s leading professional corporate and advisory services specialist, is pleased to announce its formal entry into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) …
Dubai commodities center attracts more Chinese firms
KAMRAN JEBREILI/AP] An increasing number of Chinese member companies have settled down at the Dubai Multi Commodities Center, the largest free zone in the United Arab Emirates and of the Government of …
3 global internet, telecom cables in Red Sea severed
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Three cables under the Red Sea that provide global internet and telecommunications have been cut as the waterway remains a target of Yemen’s Houthi rebels, officials …
Dubai’s traditional gold bazaar takes a hit
Business is down about 40% this week, with the makeup of the customers being noticeably different, he said. “Tourists won’t think about the price, they come to Dubai and buy,” said Tariq, who’s been a …
Why Middle East space geopolitics are back in the spotlight
Analysis: With more countries developing space programs and launching satellites, is a Middle East space race inevitable?
Ivana & Aleks retain Dubai to Muscat Sailing Race title
This year, the Aramex D2M featured 20 teams with 94 sailors of 26 nationalities competing in one of the region’s most challenging keelboat races.