As we welcome the new year, let us stand united and pray for peace and progress for all people in the UAE, region, and world.” …
Abu Dhabi New Year’s Eve 2024 fireworks: Record-breaking display planned at Sheikh Zayed Festival
Sheikh Zayed Festival, currently taking place at Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi, is preparing to welcome 2024 with exceptional fireworks displays that will light up the sky over the festival area at midnight, …
UAE President, RAK Ruler offer condolences on passing of Khalfan Al Rumaithi
Shahbaz will leave for UAE from London where is correctly staying. On Sunday, he will meet and express condolences with the newly elected President of the UAE, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on …
UAE unveils key initiatives to bolster family firms
The UAE, the second-largest hub in the Middle East for family-run businesses after Saudi Arabia, has launched a unified registry for family firms as part of a series of measures aimed at doubling this …
UAE: a glimpse into a bustling Year of growth, Sustainability
The UAE is bidding 2023 farewell, as the year, dubbed the ‘Year of Sustainability’ ends with trails blazed with success across a wide range of sectors, both locally and globally.
From private tuition licence to ban on plastic in UAE, here are the top 10 news of 2023
Let’s recap some of the significant milestones, new laws and schemes that defined this year, marking unprecedented progress across several frontiers …
UAE: 15 cool places to hang out and revel in the New Year
Catch the drone spectacle this year with two captivating stories. Head to Bluewaters and The Beach, JBR at 8pm and 10pm to witness the shows – “Fairytale Fusion with Emirati Culture” and “Illustration …
Sharjah residents drop special New Year plans, opt for quiet family time
People stand in solidarity with Gaza as the emirate announced the cancellation of all fireworks and NYE festivities …
UAE: Eccentric Epoch 2023 Award winners
As we bid adieu to the year 2023, City Times unveils the Eccentric Epoch Awards, illuminating the year’s most peculiar narratives
New Year 2024: New Zealand celebrates with fireworks and laser displays
It’s already 2024 in New Zealand! The country, along with Pacific island nations such as Kiribati and Samoa, is one of the first to ring in the New Year. You can watch the fireworks here: New Zealanders welcomed the fresh start with fireworks,
New Year’s Eve in UAE: Watch fireworks at Dubai’s Burj Khalifa; check out the live streaming
Here’s all that you need to know about the fireworks at Dubai’s Burj Khalifa. Check out the live stream link here.
Natural persons are liable to register for corporate tax
Last week, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) released a document titled “Corporate tax guidance CTGRNP1: registration of natural persons,” providing addition..
Dubai’s Sheikh Hamdan announces ban on single-use plastics and other products
Dubai will ban the use of single-use products, including plastic bags, straws and plates.
Sharjah fireworks ban: More than 1,200 security personnel deployed on New Year’s Eve
Ahead of New Year Eve celebrations across the UAE, Sharjah Police has strengthened its security presence after the authority in the emirate. The move is a “sincere expression” of solidarity with the …
UAE: More property buyers to opt for mortgages as interest rates set to drop in 2024
Property buyers in the UAE, especially end-users, will increasingly opt for mortgages in 2024 as interest rates are expected to drop by up to 100 basis poi..
Dubai: More than Dh51 million raised in auction for fancy licence plates
More than Dh51 million was raised in the 114th open auction for exclusive vehicle number plates (the final auction for this year) held by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) at the Grand Hyatt …
Dubai single-use plastic bag ban to begin on Monday
A law banning single-use plastic bags will take effect in Dubai on Monday. The resolution, issued by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, bans the import and trading of single-use …