As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, his namesake real estate firm has announced plans for a Trump Tower in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Flying taxis in UAE: Abu Dhabi’s IHC buys stake in flying carmaker Archer
Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company (IHC) has bought a stake in US flying car manufacturer Archer, which will launch flying taxi operations in the UAE along with local partners early next …
Best dishes of the year in Abu Dhabi, from ravioli at Toto to manteh at Zali
As part of The National’s restaurant review series – which takes you into new eateries that have popped up in Abu Dhabi over the year – we get to sample dozens of new dishes, the good, the bad and the …
Dubai: Jail, deportation for man after fight over parking leaves victim disabled
A 70-year-old Pakistani man has been sentenced to three months in prison after he was found guilty of causing permanent disability to a 34-year-old Indian man during a physical altercation over a parking space in Dubai. The man will also be deported after …
British trader found guilty of £1.4bn fraud
A British hedge fund trader has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in Denmark, after being found guilty of orchestrating a tax fraud that cost the Danish government more than £1bn. It is the …
Abu Dhabi Global Market plans China roadshow to boost financial ties
Planned trip in February will stop in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong amid ‘overwhelming interest’ in the UAE financial centre Abu Dhabi’s financial centre, the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM …
Marcus Fakana issues new five-word statement from Dubai after being sentenced over fling
The British teenager sentenced to a year in jail in Dubai over a holiday romance has appealed to be allowed to go home, pleading: “Every day here is difficult”.
Mohammed bin Rashid issues Decrees promoting members of Dubai judiciary
In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, issue
90s pop stars Hisham Abbas, Ehab Tawfik, Mohamed Fouad gear up for Dubai concert
Egyptian 1990s artists Hisham Abbas, Ehab Tawfik, and Mohamed Fouad are gearing up for a concert, titled Disco 90, in Dubai Festival City Mall on 20 December. The event will bring back a vibrant era …
Sultan Bin Ahmed tours health sciences labs at University of Sharjah
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), visited the evaluation laboratory …
Dezeen Agenda features Renzo Piano’s plans for the “hospital of the future” in Sharjah
The latest edition of our weekly Dezeen Agenda newsletter features plans for a medical district in Sharjah. Subscribe to Dezeen Agenda now. Renzo Piano Building Workshop announced its plans for the …
VSAT Showcased Advanced SATCOM Connectivity in UAE: Stock to Benefit?
Viasat, Inc. VSAT has successfully demonstrated its direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity for the first time in the United Arab Emirates. Held at the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital …
‘We’ve had two disappointing seasons’: Sharjah Warriorz’s Kohler-Cadmore eyes redemption in ILT20
Tom Kohler-Cadmore returns to the ILT20, aiming to lead the Sharjah Warriorz to their first playoff appearance. Recognizing the tough competition, he emphasizes consistency and adapting to Sharjah’s …
Legal Actions and Remedies for Intentional Signature Forgery Under UAE Law
Intentional signature forgery, particularly concerning cheques, is a serious offence under UAE law. It challenges the trust in financial …
Abu Dhabi opens $845m CMA Terminals at Khalifa Port to boost global trade
Abu Dhabi has boosted its position as a global trade and logistics hub with the inauguration of the Dh3.1 billion ($845 million) CMA Terminals at Khalifa Port. The new container terminal, which is ready for rail connectivity, is a joint venture between the …
University of Dubai and MEA-Comm launch 5G testbed
The University of Dubai and MEA-Comm UAE, a technology company working to transform the region into a thriving digital economy, say they have signed an MoU to launch the first regional 5G testbed to, …
Planning to buy a property in Dubai: Here’s a list of 9 key tax obligations for Indians
Tax experts outline key considerations and compliance measures to keep in mind for Indian planning to buy property in Dubai …