The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is set to host the third edition of the Dubai FinTech Summit on 12 and 13 May 2025, at the Madinat …
Dubai hotel occupancy rate rises to 77.7% in 2024
KPMG’s survey showed that 94 per cent of tourists in Dubai were satisfied with their hotel stay over the past year compared to 92 per cent in the previous year …
Video: Fire breaks out at warehouse in Sharjah; nearby facilities evacuated
A fire broke out in a warehouse located in Sharjah’s industrial area 15 on Sunday, marking the second blaze of the day. The fire led to the precautionary evacuation of nearby facilities. No injuries …
First UAE-Morocco Business Council convenes in Sharjah
Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Vice Chairman of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), expressed his pride and warmly …
Dubai: Dh1.4 billion stormwater drainage project to reduce flood risk in 9 areas
Dubai Municipality announced on Sunday major plans to develop strategic and future-ready infrastructure in the emirate. The authority awarded contracts worth Dh1.439 billion for four projects …
Abu Dhabi to host Behavioural Exchange 2025 conference
Under the patronage of Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, the Behavioural Science Group (BSG) has …
‘Shift to UAE for 183 days’: Kotak AMC MD Nilesh Shah calls out capital gains tax loophole
Shah’s post refers to a growing trend of high-net-worth individuals using tax treaties with countries like Singapore, UAE, Mauritius, Netherlands, and Portugal, where under the ‘residual clause’ of …
Dubai, the world’s gateway for global logistics
Dubai has firmly established itself as a global powerhouse in air cargo logistics, leveraging its strategic geographic location, cutting-edge infrastructure, and progressive business policies.
Abu Dhabi Police warn against spread of rumours in new public advisory
Abu Dhabi Police also cautioned residents about sharing content on social media platforms without verification …
UAE: How former Ironman athlete who lost arms, legs to illness built massive business empire
Entrepreneur Jay Scher, who lost limbs to illness but went on to build a business empire, on why Dubai is dream central and why life for him is business as usual. …
UAE drives strategic push into Africa’s Oil & Gas Industry
The UAE’s investment footprint in Africa’s oil and gas sector has expanded with its recent entry into Mozambique’s Rovuma Basin. XRG, the international energy investment arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil …
Abu Dhabi Police warn against rumours, misinformation
Abu Dhabi Police have urged the public to rely on credible media sources and avoid spreading rumours and misinformation, stressing that such actions contradict the values of positive citizenship and …
Spotlight on sharjah
Besides enjoying the art in Sharjah Biennale, there’s so much else to do as a family in this emirate that’s fast becoming a popular destination in its own Walk slowly and the ‘rain’ won’t fall on you, …
Sharjah Animation Conference announces world-renowned animators
The Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) returns for its 3rd annual edition, taking place from 1st to 4th May at Expo Centre Sharjah, with an extensive programme designed for animation enthusiasts, …
As Dubai Fountain temporarily closes, where to watch water shows in the UAE
Dubai Fountain, one of the city’s best-known attractions, is closing for five months for renovation. Its last show will take place on April 19. Upgrades are set to begin in May to introduce advanced …
Who owns Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, world’s tallest building? Not Sultan of UAE, Emirati royal or Saudi billionaire, name is…
Burj Khalifa is developed by Emaar Properties, a prominent Dubai-based real estate firm. It took them six years, from 2004 to 2010 to complete the project. In terms of ownership, the iconic tower is …
‘We moved to Dubai for better life and low taxes – but we’re worse off than in UK’
Dubai is famous for its glitz and glamour with people moving in the hope they can share in the wealth with jobs and low taxes but in reality many expats are worse off it is claimed …