The resolution was introduced to protect the environment by minimising plastic waste through changing consumer habits …
What’s trending on Dubai’s real estate scene: Demand for larger villas indicates long term living plans across the emirate
Young blood, big dreams: A wave of youthful enthusiasm is sweeping the villa ownership scene, with 39% of buyers under 40 years old in Q1 2024 compared to just 31% during Q1 2023. Influenced by the …
‘I love UAE’ message appears near mysterious runway on Red Sea island
A mysterious runway on a tiny island guarding the entrance to the Red Sea has appeared with “I love UAE” next to it in giant letters seen from space.No country has publicly claimed the construction …
Satellite images expose UAE’s new military site in Yemeni waters amid maritime conflict
As Houthi rebels in Yemen continue their assaults on ships in the Red Sea, The Associated Press has unveiled satellite imagery that shows enigmatic construction activities on Abd al-Kuri. This …
CABSAT celebrates 30th anniversary, returns to Dubai World Trade Centre in 2024
CABSAT, the Middle East’s flagship event for content, broadcast, satellite, media, and entertainment, will celebrate its 30th anniversary with its highly anticipated return to the Dubai World Trade …
Indians staying in UAE can now make UPI payments using PhonePe app
Indian tourists and NRIs shifting to the UAE can now make UPI payments using the PhonePe app, thanks to a partnership between NPCI and Mashreq Bank’s NEOPAY.
Kenya, Uganda to end oil import feud over licensing
The Kenyan government has said it will license the Uganda National Oil Company (Unoc), a move expected to bring to an end months of a major feud. On Wednesday, Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir …
UAE’s IRH plans bid for stake in Zambia’s Lubambe copper mine
International Resources Holding (IRH), a unit of Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company, said it intends to bid for a stake in Lubambe Copper Mine in Zambia. IRH, which recently bought a 51% stake …
Sharjah Ramadan Majlis 2024 brings emirate’s ecosystem together
Sharjah24: Under the patronage of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of American University of Sharjah, and presence of H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy, the …
Sharjah Ramadan Majlis reviews investment opportunities
His Excellency Mohammed Juma Al Musharrakh, Executive Director of the Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Office “Invest in Sharjah”, confirmed that 2024 Sharjah Ramadan Majlis, during its sessions, …
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC shareholders approve payment of AED 3.1bln in dividends
Record date for dividends is set for 8 April 2024 with distributions intended to occur thereafter …
Fitze and Dubai Islamic Bank partner to convert steps into charity This Ramadan
Fitze, a fitness rewards app that rewards people for walking, and Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), a trailblazer in the financial sector of the UAE have joined forces to introduce a groundbreaking initiative …
In numbers: 4 big Abu Dhabi news stories from March
Milestones in motion… The capital’s been grabbing the headlines with some massive records being shattered of late. Here’s a quick list of the Abu Dhabi news from March 2024, in numbers… 10 The …
Dubai: Is LinkedIn the new Tinder? Women call out ‘creepy’ men using work platform as dating site
“I couldn’t sleep for several nights after I first read that message.” The text consisted of six words sent to 25-year-old Dubai resident Jenish Shah by a LinkedIn contact that left her horrified. It …
Dubai real estate: New wellness-focused residential properties launch in ultra-luxury Al Barari
Dubai’s La Maison Amal, the new project of 5-bedroom units, is touted to seamlessly integrate luxury with tranquillity and wellness …
Samsung launches Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G in the UAE
Samsung Gulf Electronics today unveiled the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G in the UAE. Both the smartphones demonstrate Samsung’s ongoing commitment to making the best of mobile innovations available …
UAE investments abroad performing well
Jamal Bin Saif Al Jarwan, Secretary-General of the UAE International Investors Council (UAEIIC), stated that UAE investments abroad are performing well despite global economic fluctuations. The UAE is …