His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE’s Minister of Economy, inaugurated the international conference on “Islamic Financial Transactions between Legislation and Practice” in accordance with …
New Year’s Eve concerts in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, from Sting to Najwa Karam
The UAE’s New Year’s Eve celebrations will have an eclectic live soundtrack this year, with concerts spanning western and Arabic pop, dance, jazz and flamenco.Some of the big names ringing in the new …
Federal Tax Authority issues guide outlining criteria to determine natural persons subject to Corporate Tax and their compliance requirements
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new guide outlining the criteria to determine natural persons subject to the Corporate Tax Law, that came i …
Rupee payments for crude oil imports hit roadblock
India’s push to use rupee for crude oil imports has failed due to repatriation & transactional costs concerns, the oil ministry told Parliament.
From UAE’s new ‘second salary’ to Titan sub tragedy: Top 10 stories that grabbed your attention in 2023
Let’s revisit some of the headlines that shook communities; tales that broke our hearts; and snippets of life that made you go ‘this can’t be real’ …
Surging prices, first-time buyers: 11 trends shaping Dubai’s property market
2. The surge in first-time buyers: As Dubai rents continue to grow at record levels amidst high levels of demand, there is an increase in first-time buyers entering the market at entry level with …
Sharjah Police Chief outlines roadmap for 2024
As part of the ongoing efforts to ensure streamline and bolster efficiency, the Sharjah Police fully automated its digital services …
3 people fined Dh50,000 each, ordered to perform community service for reckless driving in Abu Dhabi
Their licenses were suspended and vehicles seized for endangering lives of road users Abu Dhabi: Three people have been fined Dh50,000 each and ordered to perform community service, such as washing …
€4 million set as prize pool for 2024 Abu Dhabi International Arabian Horse Championship
The championship will take place in February 2024 as part of the ‘Arabian Horse Championship Series’, which was recently announced and includes several high-level championships to be held across a …
UAE: 3 people fined Dh50,000 each, ordered to perform community service for reckless driving in Al Ain
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Grand Mercure Dubai City & ibis Styles Airport appoint new cluster revenue manager
Hesham Alhalwagy joins the team from The Tower Plaza Hotel Dubai, where he served as the revenue/reservation and e-distribution manager. Prior roles include positions with Emaar Hospitality and at …
Discover Canteen X: Dubai’s hottest new dining pop up this DSF
Looking for an amazing blend of delicious flavours, exciting entertainment, and incredible vibes? Look no further than Canteen X.
Dubai fire: Footage shows tenants fleeing smoke-filled tower
Footage has shown the moment Dubai fire crews led tenants to safety during a blaze in a residential tower on Saturday evening.One person was killed and two were injured in the incident in …
Where are UAE property prices headed in 2024?
Property prices in the UAE are expected to continue rising amid higher demand from buyers but there could be a turn in the second half of 2024 that could affect the luxury market, according to …
4-day weekend: Sharjah government announces paid holiday for New Year
Sharjah has confirmed its New Year holiday for the government sector in the emirate. The Department of Human Resources announced Monday that January 1, 2024 will be the official New Year’s holiday for …
Plane traveling from Dubai to Nicaragua stopped in France for human trafficking probe
Authorities in France say about 300 Indian citizens heading to Central America are sequestered in a French airport for a third day because of an investigation into suspected human trafficking.
Dubai: How tech is easing check-in procedures at DXB
At least 50 percent of Emirates travellers opt to go through the airline’s self-check-in systems or use Sara, the world’s first robotic check-in system.Adel Al Redha, chief operations officer of …