Thousands of athletes are expected to participate in the Dubai Marathon 2025, which is set to begin at 6am and conclude by 1pm on January 12 …
How Dubai’s Bumblebee is changing baby food market with frozen meals
Entrepreneurship came about unexpectedly for Qadreya Al Awadhi, the 29-year-old Emirati and founder of baby food company Bumblebee, who also works full-time in a leading bank in the UAE. It was her …
Chris Martin Delights Fans By Reading ‘Punjabi Aa Gaye Oye’ At Coldplay’s Abu Dhabi Concert
At Coldplay’s Abu Dhabi concert, Chris Martin excited fans by reading the phrase “Punjabi aa gaye oye” from a fan’s sign, popularized by Diljit Dosanjh.
Look: When heavy rains hit UAE and disrupted life for two days five years ago
Many motorists had to abandon their cars after getting stuck in the middle of water-logged streets, while strangers turned up and became saviours …
UAE: Money? Health? What residents wish for in 2025, new survey reveals
As the year 2025 unfolds, UAE residents are embracing the tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions, focusing on changes that promise a better quality of..
Indian refiners shift cude strategy amid fears of Russian oil supply shocks
Indian and Chinese refiners are increasing purchases of crude from the Middle East and the Atlantic Basin due to reduced availability and higher prices of Russian and Iranian oil, alongside fears of …
Meet Dubai resident who cycled over 500km across UAE in just 4 days
Aneez Muhammed took the trip as a tribute to the country he has called home for the past eight years, visiting each emirate’s iconic flagpole …
Woman carrying 90kg of viral Dubai chocolate in suitcases detained by airport security
A woman was caught carrying 90kg of the viral Dubai chocolate through an airport in Germany last month, and now faces an investigation and hundreds of euros in import duties.
Sharjah launches remote vehicle renewal service
Sharjah Police (SP) has introduced a new initiative to facilitate the remote renewal and inspection of vehicles through a smart app.
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions reached $13bn last year
The Abu Dhabi real estate sector demonstrated a moderate performance in 2024, with 14,662 transactions valued at AED47.92bn ($13bn) the market grew by 4 per cent in terms of volume, according to …
Betterhomes Reveals Dubai as the World’s Premier Property Investment Destination
Popular Dubai real estate firm Betterhomes recently announced Dubai as the world’s top property investment destination for residents, …
New UAE Law Requires Emissions Reporting: What Travel Businesses Need to Know
The UAE has implemented a new law requiring companies, including those in the travel sector, to report greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. Entities emitting over 500,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases must report emissions, while others can voluntarily participate in emissions tracking and carbon credit trading.
UAE: Some parents express concern over ‘difficult’ exams, ‘shocked’ by marks as students receive results
The Ministry of Education surprised many by releasing the first-semester grades for the 2024-2025 school year earlier than expected
DCAA and PCFC to strengthen ties
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) has signed an Memorandum of Understanding with the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) that aims …
Gryffin Capitalist Expands Global Reach: Assisting Entrepreneurs to Incorporate in Over 30 Offshore Locations
Gryffin Capitalist specializes in incorporating businesses in sought-after offshore jurisdictions, such as the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Seychelles, Belize, Malta, and St. Vincent and the …
Tectum Claims to be “World’s Fastest Blockchain”
Dubai-based Tectum has issued a statement claiming to be the “world’s fastest blockchain.” According to the company the ledger technology has a “theoretical …
Abu Dhabi embraces flexible working
Abu Dhabi’s financial hub will allow companies to offer more flexible working arrangements and hire remote employees.