Virat Konduru was arrested on March 9 in Bengaluru, six days after Ranya Rao alias Harshavardini Ranya, the stepdaughter of a senior IPS officer in Karnataka, was arrested at the Kempegowda …
Global Financial Centre Index: Dubai becomes a ‘Global Leader’ and achieves several ‘firsts’
London and Dubai: Dubai’s progress as one of the world’s leading global financial centres has been recognised in the latest edition the Global Financial Centre Index rankings with success being …
Abu Dhabi scientists develop ‘moon dust’ made out of UAE rocks to boost lunar ambitions
A team of Abu Dhabi scientists has developed its own artificial moon dust, derived from the UAE’s rich natural resources, to help lay the groundwork for the nation’s ambitious quest to land Emirati …
Piece of Moon in UAE? Researchers create simulated lunar dust to support exploration
In a laboratory at a university in Abu Dhabi a team of researchers have been working on something groundbreaking – bringing a piece of the Moon to Earth. The Emirates Lunar Simulant, a specially …
Dubai-based Augustus Media pushes Shopify boycott over president’s tweet supporting fair reporting of Israel
After Harley Finkelstein’s comments, Smashi urged Shopify’s 25,000 Middle Eastern customers to avoid the e-commerce platform …
Sharjah shuts down 2 popular kitchens for violating health laws during Ramadan
Sharjah has shut down two popular kitchens in the city for failing to comply with health standards, the emirate’s municipality announced on Thursday. These establishments came under scrutiny for not …
Sharjah animation forum to feature 72 global speakers
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is gearing up for the third edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC 2025), an annual international platform …
Dubai travel: Busiest dates revealed ahead of Eid Al Fitr holidays
As a large number of travellers depart from and arrive to Dubai, UAE’s flag carrier Emirates expects busy weekends ahead of, during, and after Eid Al Fitr holidays. Traffic congestion is expected …
Landmark Group’s “Shukran” Loyalty programme collaborates with Dream Dubai to launch Dh1 million reward
As part of the Group’s revamped “Shukran” loyalty programme, and in collaboration with Dream Dubai, one lucky shopper will have the chance to become a millionaire this Ramadan …
Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to partner ECP in $25bn investment in the US energy infrastructure
The 50-50 partnership will focus on developing new power generation to serve the growing electricity needs of data and industrial centres …
Russia replaces UAE as the top naphtha supplier to India in 2024-25
Russia has surpassed the United Arab Emirates as India’s top naphtha supplier in the year to March 2025, as refiners capitalise on discounted cargoes, preliminary ship-tracking data showed, a trend …
Big Fed rate cut needed for ‘noticeable’ changes in UAE mortgage borrowing costs
The US Federal Reserve’s decision to keep rates unchanged on Wednesday will not have a significant effect on UAE mortgages, and a 0.50 per cent rate cut, or more, is needed for “immediate noticeable …
Dubai real estate: How much do you need to save to buy a $1m property
Financial experts in Dubai say buyers should prepare for costs beyond the initial down payment when purchasing a $1 million (AED3.67 million) property, with recommended savings of AED1.25-1.6 million …
Hubpay launches innovative payroll solution to simplify global payments for UAE businesses
Hubpay Payroll aims to streamline cross-border payroll management, offering competitive FX rates and facilitating seamless mass payments for international teams …
Brazilians, Africans and an Englishman – the changing face of UAE team ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers
Having been an international football manager for seven years now, Paulo Bento is surely used to the rhythms of the job. Still, it must have its frustrations. A couple of weeks of intense work, …
‘460 hours lost a year’: How Dubai-Sharjah commuters try to beat peak-hour traffic
Some rejig their schedules; some leave home before dawn; while there are those who wait out in cafes, mosques, or gyms after work. Travelling between Dubai and Sharjah is a struggle for thousands of …
Mass iftars in UAE: What goes into preparing, distributing meals among thousands of people
Discover how volunteer groups in the UAE meticulously plan and distribute thousands of iftar meals to blue-collar workers during Ramadan, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality food.