The Abu Dhabi Primary Labour Court has ordered a company to pay Dhs99,567 to an employee who had been working under a fixed-term contract but was not paid his salaries and wages for approximately …
Sharjah completes installation and replacement of 181,000 old electric meters with smart ones
Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority (SEWA), represented by the Electricity Distribution Department, continues to implement its project to replace …
Dubai’s new road plan: Traffic to be eased at Downtown Dubai, Business Bay
Once completed, it is expected to significantly improve traffic flow, cut travel times, and enhance access to key business and residential districts in central Dubai, a WAM report said. The …
Free Wi-Fi isn’t free, it may cost your personal data while travelling, UAE warns
The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has urged internet users to exercise caution when using public Wi-Fi networks, especially while travelling, as these networks could put personal data at risk. He …
Why the UAE’s story at World Expo matters to the world
Abu Dhabi participated in its first World Expo in Osaka in 1970 with quiet ambition and a clear message: we are ready to engage with the world. Today, the UAE is back in Osaka not as observers, but as …
Syria signs $800m Tartous port deal with UAE firm DP World
Syria has finalised an $800m agreement with Dubai-based DP World to redevelop its Tartous port in a bid to speed up post-war reconstruction. State news agency SANA said the deal was signed in Damascus …
Minister emphasises unique model of UAE-China relations
Dr Amna Bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, recently concluded a high-level visit to the People’s Republic of China.
Indian woman dies in Sharjah apartment fire, police launch investigation
An Indian woman in her 40s lost her life in a tragic apartment fire that broke out on Thursday night in the Al Majaz 2 area of Sharjah.
Sharjah to host Arab Parliament for the Child
Sharjah is preparing to host the second session of the fourth Arab Parliament for the Child (APC) this July, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme …
Ready for quail eggs, Dubai chocolate and $400 pineapples? 7 gourmet food trends to watch this year.
What does the future hold for food shoppers with fancy tastes? Think $400 pineapples, Indian-spiced potato chips and the sweet treat known as Dubai chocolate. Those were among the tens of thousands …
UAE: What is real estate tokenization? Dubai’s Prypco sells out Dh1.75 million tokenized villa in under 5 mins
Real estate tokenization is transforming property investment by enabling fractional, blockchain-based ownership. In Dubai, Prypco Mint is leading this shift, selling out tokenized properties in …
Dubai Police arrest, extradite fugitive trio sought over cross-border organised crime to Belgium
Dubai Police have arrested and extradited to authorities in Belgium three prime suspects wanted in that country in connection with cases of cross-border organised crime. The trio were listed in the …
Dubai police arrest and extradite Othman El Ballouti, one of Belgium’s most-wanted crime figures
Dubai Police have arrested and extradited Othman El Ballouti, one of Belgium’s most-wanted fugitives, in a major breakthrough against international organized crime. The arrest came following a …
Bigg Boss fame Abdu Rozik accused of theft, detained at Dubai airport
Bigg Boss fame Abdu Rozik has been taken into custody on allegations of theft. His management has confirmed the same.
India’s Import Of Crude Oil From Russia Rises To 11-month High In June
According to data from Kpler, a global commodity tracking firm, India imported 2.08 million barrels per day (bpd) of Russian crude last month, the highest since July 2024 …
This Dubai Chocolate Is Sold Out Online — But It’s Coming to a Walmart Near You
Lindt first launched its Dubai-style chocolate bar in December 2024, selling out online within a day. After months of exclusivity, it’s now available at national retailers including Kroger, Meijer, …
UAE surpasses Japan, Sweden in tech funding as late-stage investments fuel surge
Dubai-based firms dominated the funding landscape, accounting for 93% of total capital raised, with Abu Dhabi trailing as a distant second. Notably, two companies secured funding rounds over $100m …