In the lead up to COP28, the region has a chance to shift the conversation on sustainability from its costs to its benefits …
A UAE company has secured African land the size of the UK for controversial carbon offset projects
As the UAE prepares for the crucial talks, its national energy company is planning to produce more oil than Shell and BP by 2030 …
Ahead of COP28, HRW says UAE migrant workers face more climate change risks
Human Rights Watch said migrant workers in the Gulf nation are more exposed to health risks related to climate change and also face abuse and violations.
UAE: Need to renew your Indian passport? How to apply
According to the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the community is the largest in the country – making up 30 per cent of the population …
UK government intends to review Telegraph takeover by UAE-backed fund
The UK government has said it intends to review the proposed sale of the Telegraph Media Group to an Abu Dhabi-backed investment fund on public interest grounds. The fund, RedBird IMI, announced on …
Mercosur-UAE agreement negotiations could start in 2024
The Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, and Services of Brazil has an open public consultation until December 18 to receive the opinions of the Brazilian productive sector and list interests, …
COP28 UAE: What is COP28? Why is it important? Here’s all you need to know about the event
COP28 UAE will be a milestone moment for the world to unite around … Developing countries demanded a restructuring of the World Bank and its affiliates; more concessional and grant-based financing; …
Mashreq partners Visa and ecolytiq on climate banking platform
Mashreq, a leading financial institution in the MENA region, in partnership with Visa and ecolytiq, is announcing the roll out of its new climate banking platform to its nearly one million customers – …
Indian chef of Tresind Studio fame breaks into top 50 of world’s best
Two culinary stars in Dubai have broken into the top 50 of this year’s Best Chefs Awards list. Himanshu Saini of two Michelin-starred Tresind Studio in Nakheel Mall placed 27th. French chef Gregoire …
Sharjah fights desertification with greenery
Sharjah City is adopting several measures to lessen the influence of desertification on the environment. The city’s activities include developing green areas and planting various species of trees, …
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed receives Active Abu Dhabi team
H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has received the community sports team Active Abu Dhabi, who recently …
New UAE alcohol delivery app CityDrinks announces Abu Dhabi launch
CityDrinks, an alcohol delivery app based in Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of its operation in the emirate following its legalisation process, the founder and owner, Dominique Szymura told …
Abu Dhabi court fines a man Dhs15,000 for threatening girl on SnapChat
The details of the case date back to an earlier time when a girl filed a lawsuit against a young man in which she requested that he be obligated to pay her an amount of Dhs60,000 in compensation.
Abu Dhabi lures AI start-ups with tax exemptions and discount free zone licences
The Masdar City Free Zone has introduced a new licensing package for start-ups and businesses focused on artificial intelligence (AI). The package is part of a collaboration between Masdar City and …
UK ‘Minded to’ Order Probe into Abu Dhabi-Backed Telegraph Deal
The UK government is leaning toward ordering a probe into RedBird IMI’s proposed Telegraph deal, after the prospect of an Abu Dhabi-backed fund taking control of the British newspaper raised national …
Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen among top F1 names to miss Abu Dhabi GP FP1 as 10 rookies replace full-time drivers
Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris are among the leading F1 names who will not take part in the first practice session at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Preview – Haas
The United Arab Emirates’ Abu Dhabi became part of Formula 1’s schedule in 2009, on the man-made Yas Island, and has established itself as the traditional finale venue. World Champions have been …