Bechara is the first female artist from the UAE and Middle East to launch a painting, which will only be available as an NFT.
Dubai repays 10-year $500m bonds certificates
The Dubai government has repaid a $500m Fixed Rate Note issued on June 22, 2011 which matured on June 22, 2021. The facility is part of the government’s Euro Medium Term Note programme. The Government …
Dubai: Gold steady after US Fed chief calms rate hike jitters
Gold prices in Dubai were steady on Wednesday morning after US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell vowed to keep interest rates unchanged for some time.However, precious metal gains were capped due …
Why Dubai-based restaurateur Joey Ghazal is taking a homegrown concept to London
I started my career as a waiter in London 20 years ago, and it’s been something that’s been on my mind a very long time,” says Joey Ghazal, founder and managing partner of The Maine New England …
Dubai Municipality approves job titles for remote work
Dubai Municipality has become the first government department in the emirate to approve job titles for remote work, official news agency WAM reported. The titles were approved by Dawoud Al Hajri, …
Entrepreneurial Leave: Here’s Why The UAE Should Consider Providing This Offering To Emiratis Employed In The Public Sector
By introducing the concept of entrepreneurial leave, it could thus spark the innovative spirit of young Emiratis who are yearning for a challenge.
UAE weather: Chance of rain in Fujairah and Abu Dhabi, dusty and windy during daytime in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman
Dubai: UAE residents can expect a hot day with dust blowing across the Emirates and a chance of rain in the east and southwest of the country. According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), …
COVID-19: Dubai airport to have world’s largest lab for processing PCR tests
Located close to Terminal 2, the 20,000 square-foot laboratory is a dedicated facility for round the clock processing of RT-PCR test samples …
Trishaws set to ride high at world expo in Dubai
Eight ‘beca’ will go on display when Expo 2020 Dubai, which is expected to attract millions of visitors, kicks off in October.
4 black points for driving at night without using lights in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Police called on drivers to abide by safe driving rules and turn on the vehicle’s lights while driving at night between sunset to sunrise. They also called on them to use the vehicle …
Dubai: Doctor introduces thyroid surgery that leaves no scars
A safe, minimally invasive thyroid surgery that will leave no scars has been introduced in Dubai.The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) on Tuesday presented the procedure called Dubai Triangle, which was …
Abu Dhabi: Parents enthusiastic about resumption of in-school classes
Last week, the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee said it approved pupils to attend schools in the 2021-22 academic year.
UAE on robust recovery after Dh395 billion lifeline
The UAE government has spent a total of Dh395 billion for economic support and initiatives since the start of the pandemic – all to ensure the country’s robust recovery.Humaid Al Muhairi, official …
Abu Dhabi offers free COVID-19 vaccines to tourists
Holders of expired residency or entry visas are also eligible for free vaccinations, Abu Dhabi Media Office said on June 11.
Abu Dhabi to welcome maritime visitors after a challenging year
DCT has announced the resumption of cruise liners in Abu Dhabi starting from Sept.1, 2021, after months of closure in 2020 due to the COVID-19 precautionary measures.
UAE’s capital apparently offering COVID vaccines to tourists
June 22, 2021, saying visitors to the capital could now get the COVID-19 shot by presenting their passports. Kamran Jebreili/AP DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The capital of the United Arab …
UAE: Now, wear your health on your T-shirt — literally
Smartwatches that check your heartbeats by the minute, or track your steps per day, are so passe, really… So, how about wearing clothes that can track your heart rate, gauge your breathing, or, if …