In just one day, the recently launched Rixos Financial Center Road Dubai Residences saw an incredible AED 1 billion (USD 272 million) in sales. Located in Downtown Dubai near the Dubai Mall and Dubai …
Sharjah business licences growth shows strong expansion
The total number of business licences issued by the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) in 2023 grew by 2 per cent to 7,738, data showed.According to data issued by SEDD, renewed licences …
Sharjah real estate transactions hit $844m in February as sector thrives
The Sharjah real estate sector recorded AED3.1bn ($844m) in February, according to the Real Estate Transactions and Mortgages Movement report issued by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department.
Ministry of Human Resources, Sharjah Chamber discuss efforts to implement Emiratisation policies in the private sector
For his part, HE Abdullah Sultan Al Owais stressed that the Chamber is committed to supporting Emiratisation initiatives and fostering the private sector’s recruitment of local talents, something …
New UAE astronauts prepare for Ramadan and family reunions: report
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) newest astronauts are looking forward to family reunions as Ramadan approaches, according to a media report. UAE Space Agency astronauts Nora AlMatrooshi and Mohammad …
Smile Train: UAE plays a vital humanitarian role in helping children with cleft lip and palate
Dubai, UAE – Susannah Schaefer, President and CEO of the world’s largest cleft focused organization, Smile Train has praised the vital humanitarian role taking place to support children with cleft lip …
Ramadan 2024 in UAE: Reduced work, school hours, paid parking timings; your ultimate guide
As the month of Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world eagerly await the sighting of the crescent Moon, which marks the beginning of this holy period.In the UAE, like in many Muslim-majority …
Look: After heavy rains, stunning rainbows light up UAE skies, thrill residents
Residents across the UAE grappled with unstable weather conditions on Saturday, March 9, as heavy rains, thunderstorms and lightning hit the country. As the evening approached and rains came to a halt …
March Programmes At UAE Pavilion At Expo Doha: Encouraging Local Community For Sustainable Acts
The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2023 Doha continues to welcome its guests in its last month for a multisensory journey u …
Dubai: Dh500-million worth villas launched in MBR City; completion expected by 2026
Dubai-based Arista Properties has launched Dh500 million Wadi Villas, located in Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, District 11, Meydan, as demand for uber-luxury properties continues to lead the …
Dubai school announces distance learning; most to resume in-person classes after heavy rains
A few Dubai schools announced distance learning on Monday while most institutions will resume in-person classes after heavy rains lashed the emirate on Saturday.Despite a forewarning from the …
UAE smart home market to grow at more than 10% a year
Currently, the average revenue per installed smart home market is estimated to be $239.10. “The UAE is experiencing a surge in demand for smart home technology, driven by the country’s focus on …
FTA approves 27,330 refund requests totalling AED2.02 billion for UAE nationals building new residences until 2023
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reported a significant increase in the number of individuals who have benefited from the value-added tax (VAT) refund service for UAE nationals building new …
Video: Dubai residents put out fire at pharmacy in Business Bay
Alert passersby swiftly brought a sudden fire under control at Life Pharmacy in Business Bay on Sunday afternoon, according to eyewitnesses. The blaze, which ignited on the pharmacy’s glass exterior …
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Faisal bin Sultan Al Qassimi elected as Chairman for United Arab Bank
Succeeding HH Sheikh Faisal bin Sultan bin Salem Al Qassimi, who chaired the bank’s Board of Directors for nearly fifty years …
Commercial Bank of Dubai AGM approves the highest-ever financial performance
During the AGM, the Board adopted the decision to distribute cash dividends at a rate of 50 per cent of the Bank’s net profit for 2023, being 44.3 per cent of paid-up capital as of 31 December 2023, …
Why Abu Dhabi break, Bengaluru golf trip did England no good
“He makes ruthless decisions about selection and training regimes.” Vaughan was least amused with the English players spending time in Abu Dhabi and playing golf in Bengaluru when there were long …