Japan’s crude imports are in structural decline. The country is increasingly dependent on Saudi Arabia and the UAE, according to Vortexa. The decrease in Japan’s crude imports from 2022 to 2024 can be …
Sharjah Asset Management participates in Arabian Travel Market
Sharjah Asset Management, the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, is participating in the Arabian Travel Market 2025, which will be held from 28th April to 1st May at the Dubai World Trade …
Empowering UAE Startups: DianApps introduces end-to-end mobile and web development services
The business now provides a full range of digital services designed to meet the demands of UAE startups and focused on development companies …
UAE’s Sunset Hospitality Group Bags US$25 Million Investment
UAE-headquartered global lifestyle hospitality company Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) has secured a US$25 million investment from the private credit business line of the New York-based investment …
Gold prices hit new highs in UAE: Some shoppers sell old jewellery, delay buying new
Gold maintains its strong appeal as a safe-haven asset among Dubai shoppers. Although “small slowdown” in purchases can be expected amongst price-conscious consumers …
UAE petrol price prediction May 2025: Will we see another drop?
The price of UAE petrol and diesel changes every month. An announcement of the new rates will come on Wednesday April 30 and the new petroleum cost will be in place from Thursday May 1. In April, …
Dinky, ‘the most famous cat in Dubai’, dies
The family, who dubbed him “Dinky, the most famous cat in Dubai” said he died suddenly on Monday but had “definitely made his mark on this earth during his adventurous life”. Mr and Mrs Lees had been …
The Offshore Energy in the Gulf Fifteen Years after Deepwater Horizon
Much has changed in the Gulf Coast region in the years since the Deepwater Horizon blowout and oil spill. In this piece, Lauren Alexander Augustine, executive director of the Gulf Research Program, …
Limp Bizkit are coming to Abu Dhabi for a huge concert
Nu-metal fans, it’s time to dust off your backwards caps and cargo pants – Limp Bizkit are heading to Abu Dhabi for one loud, rebellious night of rock chaos. The legendary rap-rock band is set to tear …
‘Ruby Blooms’: UAE launches world’s first sensory menstruation guidebook for girls with autism
Explaining periods can be a challenging task for any parent, but for those with daughters on the autism spectrum, it often becomes significantly more challenging.
A huge new shopping mall is opening this week
Listen up, shoppers. Dubai is getting a brand new mega mall. Located in the Nad Al Sheba neighbourhood, this massive 500,000 sq. ft. retail destination is set to open on Thursday April 24. Featuring …
UAE: Is ChatGPT building a conscience? New Barbie Box trend tests AI tool’s privacy limits
In this trend, users can upload a photo of themselves, with a text prompt, that includes instructions on the outfit, pose, hair, makeup, accessories, box design, and even the overall vibe.
Emirates NBD Reports 56% Surge in Profit Before Tax to AED 7.8 Billion
Emirates NBD’s Profit before tax rose 56% to AED 7.8 billion as strong lending momentum, an improvement in deposit mix and new products drove an 11% year-on-year increase in income. The balance sheet …
Trump to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE in May
The president’s trip aims to “strengthen ties” with these countries, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
In sweeping crackdown, UAE lists 11 political dissidents as ‘terrorists’
Human Rights Watch says the move represents an escalation of the UAE’s transnational repression, targeting dissidents and family members …
UAE’s ADNOC inks deal with China’s largest offshore producer as US tariffs bite
A third deal has been struck between a Chinese entity and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company as Beijing scrambles for alternative sources to replace the US supply.
Israel optimistic on reaching trade deal with US, economy minister says
Israel is hopeful that it will reach a trade agreement with the United States before a pause to a barrage of U.S. tariffs on global imports expires on July 9, Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat told …