NYU is gradually reopening its Abu Dhabi campus, inviting students, faculty and researchers to request access to the site on a day-by-day basis after it closed for three weeks due to Iranian threats …
Aldar to Build 9,000 Affordable Rental Homesin Abu Dhabi
Aldar Properties, the emirate’s largest listed developer, has announced a major initiative to construct 9,000 new affordable rental homes, valued at approximately Dh2.8 billion ($762.4 million). The …
UAE to Resume In-Person Schools With Some A-Level Exams Near
The United Arab Emirates said in-person classes at schools can restart on April 20, the latest step by authorities to bring life back to normal as a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran holds.
UAE introduces first-ever weight loss pill Foundayo, here’s how much it may cost and where to get it
The UAE has approved Foundayo (orforglipron), Eli Lilly’s once-daily oral obesity pill, becoming one of the first countries globally to offer a needle-free alternative. This GLP-1 receptor agonist …
Abu Dhabi’s Axight Adds to Gulf M&A Wave With Brookfield Deal
Abu Dhabi’s Axight has bought a stake in an Australian alternative asset manager from Brookfield, adding to a flurry of dealmaking by regional entities despite disruptions caused by the Gulf war.
Abu Dhabi’s DMT, Aldar to deliver 9,000 housing rental units
With a gross development value of $762mln, the new developments will add to Aldar’s develop-to-hold pipeline which has now reached $5.47bln …
Dubai Airport establishes ‘world’s first’ commercial air taxi vertiport
The world’s first commercial air taxi vertiport has been established at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and is ready to operate eVTOL aircraft.
Dubai completes world’s first flying taxi station with capacity for 170,000 passengers a year
Dubai has completed its first flying taxi station, with commercial operations expected to begin by the end of the year, authorities in the Gulf emirate announced on Thursday.
‘No cheap peace’: 8 key things Gargash said on Iran and the UAE’s position
Gargash said the UAE was the country most exposed to the Iranian attacks, even compared with Israel, and argued that the scale of the targeting could not be explained by any rational calculation. Stay …
Dubai now has its very own Central Park (and it’s massive)
Evoking the name of New York City’s most famous green space, the Dubai version of Central Park can be found at the heart of the Wasl Gate in the Jebel Ali area of the city.
Dubai airports update April 15: British Airways, Lufthansa stop DXB flights; Air India group continues limited operations
Travellers flying through Dubai International Airport (DXB) are urged to stay alert as numerous international airlines have updated their travel advisories due to ongoing regional conflict. Several …
Dubai South introduces incentives to sustain economic momentum
Dubai South has announced a new set of incentives for companies operating within its Free Zone, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the business community and sustaining economic momentum.Aligned …
The world’s first flying taxi station is now complete in Dubai
Dubai is officially home to the world’s first complete flying taxi station, it has been revealed. Dubai International Vertiport (DXV) is expected to serve around 170,000 passengers every year and will …
UAE explains why school buses won’t run next week
The Ministry of Education has announced that school buses at private and public schools have been postponed ahead of in-person classes resuming next week.
UAE and Jordan agree $2.3bn rail project deal
The route is designed to transport up to 16 million tonnes of phosphate and potash annually.
Barings opens Abu Dhabi office in ADGM, expanding Middle East push after Dubai launch
Barings opens Abu Dhabi office in ADGM, expanding Middle East presence after Dubai launch and targeting institutional investors …
UAE most exposed to Iran’s attacks, intercepted 96% drones, missiles: President’s advisor
In a press conference with the Dubai Press Club, the official said the UAE was most exposed to Iran’s ‘treacherous attacks’ compared to the rest of the countries, including Israel …