Question: I recently booked a flight through a travel agent, which I now need to cancel. However, the agent says I won’t get my money back, as the flight option I selected does not allow cancellations …
UAE fuel prices likely to rise as oil rates may cross $100 due to Israel-Iran conflict
Crude oil rose to 14% after Israel launched a major attack on Tehran, targeting nuclear and military facilities. WTI and Brent prices closed at $72.98 and $74.23 per barrel, up 7.26 and 7.02% …
Can employer in UAE deny annual leave? Here’s what the law says
Question: I am planning to take a vacation this summer, but my boss is rejecting my leave request, as others on the team have already booked the dates. However, I would like to take my leave and …
Dubai partially closes Emirates Road towards Sharjah and E311 for road work
Motorists in the UAE are advised to plan their journeys in advance as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced scheduled road works on two major routes this Sunday, June 15. These …
Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club marks 10 years of excellence
The Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club continues to solidify its status as the first specialised club of its kind in the UAE, marking ten years since its …
Abu Dhabi’s oil giant sets its sights on Santos, mulls formal tilt
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, known as Adnoc, has been in discussions with the ASX-listed business but has not put a formal proposal on the table yet.
Massive fire rips through 67-story Dubai skyscraper, forcing nearly 4K residents to flee
A massive fire has ripped through a 67-story residential tower in Dubai’s affluent Marina district, forcing thousands of residents to flee during the night …
I moved to Dubai – there’s no denying the freedom that comes with paying no tax
Kelly Lundberg said that although some costs are high, for example imported fruit and wine, not having to pay income tax is a big bonus …
Chilling Video Shows Massive Fire At 67-Storey Dubai Skyscraper
Authorities confirmed that all 3,820 residents from 764 apartments were safely evacuated, with no reported injuries.
Huge Fire Breaks Out At 67-Storey Building In Dubai, 3,800 People Evacuated
A massive fire broke out in a 67-storey building in Marina here, the Dubai Media Office (DMO) said on Saturday. ..
Dubai: Two men killed in dispute at petrol station, 11 arrested
Authorities confirmed that the incident was a result of a personal matter and involved individuals known to each other. The case has been referred to the Public Prosecution.
UAE targets Islamic finance and halal industry growth as bank deposits hit $162bn and $86bn export target set
In parallel, the UAE is stepping up its ambitions to become a global halal manufacturing and export hub. Under the new national plan, halal exports are expected to rise from AED74bn ($20bn) to …
UAE scientists create paper test that diagnoses diseases in 10 mins, no lab needed!
Chip, a paper-based diagnostic device that detects infectious diseases in under 10 minutes. Designed for low-resource settings, it’s portable, affordable, and can be adapted to test for various …
Shocking VIDEO: 67-Storey Dubai Marina Building Catches Fire; Huge Plumes Of Smoke, 3,820 Evacuated
Panic gripped Dubai Marina as a massive fire engulfed a 67-storey high-rise tower, sending thick plumes of black smoke spiraling into the sky. The dramatic blaze forced the urgent evacuation of 3,820 …
ADNOC and Inpex progress to production phase of Abu Dhabi’s Onshore Block 4
By Editorial Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. (ADNOC) and Japan’s Inpex Corp. (Inpex) have moved forward to the production phase of the emirate’s Onshore Block 4 concession, which is estimated to hold …
Travel alert issued for Emiratis and UAE residents
Iran conflictThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory for UAE citizens due to the latest developments in the Middle East.In a post on social media, the ministry called on Emiratis, …
Sharjah cuts traffic fatalities by 24% amid ongoing safety campaigns
Sharjah Police significantly reduced traffic accident fatalities by 24 per cent in 2024 compared to 2023, achieving a rate of 1.76 deaths per 100,000 people. This success highlights the effectiveness …