According to The Economist’s survey of the world’s most liveable cities, Abu Dhabi’s ranking jumped 10 positions from 73rd in 2019 to …
UAE Ratifies Extradition Deal With South Africa as Hunt for Guptas Intensifies
The United Arab Emirates has ratified a 2018 extradition treaty with South Africa, its embassy in Pretoria said on Wednesday, a move that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s government hopes will lead to the …
‘My second life,’ says Indian freed from death row in UAE
Becks Krishnan was sentenced to death by the UAE Supreme Court after he was found guilty of killing a young Sudanese boy when he recklessly drove and rammed his car into a group of children in …
UAE leads in Mena region and second globally in business skills
According to Coursera’s Global Skills Report 2021, the UAE ranks 1st in the Mena region and 2nd globally in overall business skills, only after Luxemburg. This year’s study draws on performance data s …
UAE: Celebrate pretzels with our finest picks
The soft, doughy, knot-shaped pastry is the perfect pick to satisfy your salty cravings. It just hits the spot for all pastry fans who cannot resist the smell of freshly baked treats! No wonder it was …
Covid-19: UAE restaurants see dining-in boom as rules ease
The restaurant owners told Khaleej Times that they have witnessed a huge rise in the number of dine-in guests during the weekends.
UAE and SA extradition treaty to help solve alleged corruption case against Guptas
The United Arab Emirates Ambassador to South Africa, Mahash Alhameli, has confirmed that his country has ratified an extradition treaty with South Africa that will ensure that the Guptas are brought …
Dubai’s Emaar Adds New Contract Clause After Project Delays
Emaar Properties PJSC, the Dubai-based developer of the world’s tallest tower, is adding a new clause to contracts in response to project delays.
Dubai: 61 fines issued for breaking Covid safety rules
The most common violations were failure to wear face masks, ensure physical distancing and eateries remaining open beyond permissible hours.
Sharjah’s Alef Group launches Al Mamsha Seerah valued at Dh1.6 billion
Sharjah-based property developer Alef Group has launched the Al Mamsha Seerah phase of its flagship mixed-use development Al …
UAE ratifies extradition deal with S. Africa as hunt for Guptas intensifies
The United Arab Emirates has ratified a 2018 extradition treaty with South Africa, its embassy in Pretoria said on Wednesday, a move that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s government hopes will lead to the …
UAE’s Khalifa University among top 200 in the world
Khalifa University featuring in the top 200 list is significant as it was ranked within the 451-460 range five years ago.
Joint Statement on the Eighth U.S.-UAE Economic Policy Dialogue
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and the United Arab Emirates. The Eighth U.S.-UAE Economic Policy Dialogue on June 8 was co-chaired …
UAE Ambassador to India, Indian Consul General in Dubai new patrons of IBPC Dubai
Dubai: The Indian Business and Professional Council (IBPC) in Dubai has welcomed the UAE Ambassador to India, Dr Ahmed Al Banna, and Consul General of India in Dubai, Dr. Aman Puri, as the …
Dubai Economy issues 61 fines for violations of COVID-19 guidelines
Violations mostly related to non-compliance related to masks, distancing & working hours Dubai: Dubai Economy issued 61 fines for violation of precautionary measures against COVID-19 identified during …
Parents, schools gearing up for Dubai’s new schools in September
The new schools will add 14,671 additional seats, the emirate’s education regulator Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) said.
Sand science: Dubai researchers dig up secrets to sustain life on Earth & Mars
It’s predicted that 90% of Earth’s land will be degraded by 2050, as urbanisation and climate change desertify it, turning the planet’s surface into dust and sand. This sediment makes up 75% of UAE …