A recent study in The Lancet suggested strong evidence that the primary route of transmission of the novel coronavirus is airborne.
Chinese businessman receives UAE golden residency visa
Huang Tianguo, the founder of China-based UC Forward Marketing LLC, has received the UAE’s golden real estate residency visa. UC Forward Marketing was appointed by the Dubai Land Department (DLD) as …
Dubai’s Commodities Hub Plans Gulf’s First Blockchain-Backed Facility
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) plans to create the first precious metals refinery and storage facility in the Gulf region enabled by blockchain technology. The facility will refine and store …
Dubai: Man on trial for attempting to smuggle cocaine into UAE
An African national is facing trial at Dubai Criminal Court on charges of smuggling and possessing 577 grams of cocaine while on a visit to the emirate earlier this year.ALSO READ:>> Dubai: Seven …
Another digital bank – Rizq/Baraka – is going live in UAE, but based on Sharia
The digital bank is a venture from Zurich Capital Funds Group. “Our main challenge is to create a digital bank compatible with Islamic law, accommodating fast responses to fit into modern life,” said …
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The Lighthouse opens first of three new branches in Mall of the Emirates
Two more UAE-based outlets are expected later this year… For those familiar with Dubai Design District’s popular restaurant and concept store, The Lighthouse, you’ll be pleased to know three more …
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Nakheel enhances customer experience with launch of My Nakheel app
Premier Inn Ibn Battuta Mall, Avani Ibn Battuta, ibis Styles Dragon Mart, Premier Inn Dragon Mart and the Riu Dubai – the first project to be completed at Deira Islands and the first of two …
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Photos: A look inside Dubai’s biggest, fanciest mall of all-time
Dubai developer Nakheel has awarded a construction contract to build its Dhs6.1bn Deira Mall – set to be Dubai’s biggest shopping destination in terms of retail space, it announced on Wednesday.
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Highlights of the Dubai Shopping Festival 2021
That’s when the Dubai shopping festival started on the 17th December 2020 and it was live till 30th January 2021. The shopaholics from around the world were there to get different products at heavy …
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Revealed: Popular areas for rental demand in UAE
Dubai Marina, Al Majaz in Sharjah and Al Reem Island were the top areas for rental demand in the UAE during the first quarter of 2021, said a new report.These figures were released by Property Finder …
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Israel eyes AgriTech opportunities in the UAE, says head of mission
Eitan Na’eh, the head of mission at the Israeli embassy in Abu Dhabi, said that Israel expects a large influx of Emirati visitors in the coming months …
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New quality standards launched for Abu Dhabi’s tourist, cultural attractions
DCT Abu Dhabi will fully implement standards by the end of the year Abu Dhabi: A new set of standards will soon apply to all tourism and cultural venues in Abu Dhabi, enhancing their sustainability, …
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You can now get to Sharjah in 9 minutes from Dubai
It appears you’re now able to get to Sharjah from Dubai (and vice versa) in no time at all. The latest Al Khawaneej Roads Improvement Project now open to the public allows you to reach Sharjah in a …
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Abu Dhabi now offering Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine; updates list of centres for free jabs
Abu Dhabi has begun rolling out free Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for eligible residents and citizens across 11 locations within the emirate. In an update issued by Abu Dhabi Media Office on April …
UAE May Impose Virus Curbs on Unvaccinated People, Official Says
Impose Virus Curbs on Unvaccinated People, Official Says DUBAI (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates has warned it could impose restrictions on people who have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 as …
UAE Weighs Movement Restrictions for Unvaccinated People
The United Arab Emirates, which has rolled out one of the world’s fastest coronavirus inoculation programs, is considering restrictions on people who haven’t yet taken a vaccine despite being eligible …
Leading oil producer UAE says case for renewables never stronger
The United Arab Emirates, one of the world’s biggest oil producers, said the commercial case for renewable energy has never been stronger. The Middle …