Those heading to the Downtown area and other popular locations are urged to start their trips early or use public transport …
Dubai’s Plastic Ban: Big Changes Coming to Takeaways in 2025
Plastic straws, cups, and stirrers are officially out in Dubai starting January 1, 2025. As part of its ongoing sustainability mission, the emirate is stepping up its fight against single-use plastics …
Dubai to host first ever World Congress of Neurosurgery in the Middle East
Dubai is set to host the 19th World Congress of Neurosurgery in 2025, bringing one of the most prestigious congresses in the medical field to the middle east for the first time. The awarding of the …
Jumeirah unveils reimagined sanctuaries in Dubai and Bali
Discover thoughtfully designed villas and suites that combine personalised luxury with rich cultural heritage across Jumeirah’s world-class properties in Dubai and Bali …
UAE Ministry of Finance makes major amendments to Ministerial Decisions
Announcements relate to Tax Groups and Participation and Foreign Permanent Establishment Exemptions and aim to enhance compliance …
UAE corporate tax: FTA urges businesses to register before December 31 deadline to avoid penalties
The FTA noted that Cabinet Decision No. 75 of 2023 imposes Administrative Penalties on Taxable Persons who fail to register within the specified timelines …
The Board of Directors of the UAE Banks Federation confirms sector’s strength & ability to continue growing in 2025
The Board of Directors of the UAE Banks Federation (the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks) held its last regular meeting for 2024 under the chairmanship of His Excellency Abdul Aziz …
UAE Central Bank keeps 2024 GDP growth forecast at 4%
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) maintained its real GDP growth projections for 2024 at 4.0 per cent, accelerating to 4.5 and 5.5 per cent in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
Saturday is movie night at Louvre Abu Dhabi this January
Art inspired by art… If you’ve been keeping up with the best of art and culture in the capital via What’s On, you’ll have noticed we bring you all that’s good, and new, at Louvre Abu Dhabi. Now come …
Dubai Faces Sharp Rent Hikes Due To Apartment Shortage
The Dubai property market is grappling with a shortage of luxury apartments, causing rental prices for high-end properties to skyrocket. Real estate experts attribute this trend to a surge in demand f …
Masdar announces two major deals in Spain’s Iberian Peninsula
The UAE clean energy company acquires Saeta and enters into a partnership with Endesa that includes 49.99% stake …
Dubai’s JLT to get its first service station
The new service station will be equipped with the latest sustainable technology and will span a 50,187 ft² plot, with a built-up area of 5,920 ft² …
Arab Health 2024 contributed $269.7m to Dubai economy: Informa
Tourism and hospitality key beneficiaries of Arab Health as accommodation spend during the 2024 event totalled more than $56.2m …
UAE Central Bank maintains GDP growth projections for 2024 at 4%
ABU DHABI – The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) maintained its real GDP growth projections for 2024 at 4.0 percent, accelerating to 4.5 and 5.5 percent in 2025 and 2026, respectively.
Sharjah sets record 2025 budget at $11.4bn
Sharjah Ruler Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has approved an AED42 billion ($11.4 billion) budget for 2025, the largest in the emirate’s history. The budget aims to foster financial sustainability, …
NYE 2025: Dubai to feature over 45 fireworks displays at 36 locations
As the countdown to New Year’s Eve continues, authorities are urging the public to adhere to all safety measures to ensure celebrations are memorable and secure.
Dubai: Gold prices rise in early trade
Gold prices opened half a dirham per gram higher in Dubai in early trade on Tuesday. At 9am, the 24K variant rose to Dh317.25 per gram, up from Dh316.25 per gram at the close of the markets on Monday.