The UAE has made a major change to its tax laws, exempting crypto transactions from value-added tax (VAT) starting November 2024. This move could make places like Dubai an even more attractive …
Dubai’s Al Ibdaa’ School Shines with ‘Best School’ Title in Prestigious Arab Reading Challenge
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Dubai’s Al Ibdaa’ Model School, applauding its achievement in the Arab Reading Challenge. He emphasized the importance of schools in developing …
Video: Fan Tells Dana White He’s 9-0, Eyes UFC Fight at Press Conference in Abu Dhabi
During the pre-fight press conference for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, UFC president Dana White did something he’s never done before. During the …
Rain likely in some areas of UAE on Friday with a drop in temperature
The NCM forecasts that Friday’s weather will be partly cloudy in general and cloudy at times, with a chance of some cumulus clouds forming in some western and eastern regions, accompanied by rain and …
Tadej Pogacar pens new deal with UAE Team Emirates after historic 2024 season – ‘I’m really excited for the future’
Tadej Pogacar has penned a new contract with UAE Team Emirates, tying him to the team until 2030 after a historic 2024 season.
Understanding Small Business Relief: Key Provisions of the UAE Corporate Tax Law
The introduction of the Small Business Relief under Article 21 of the UAE Corporate Tax Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022) aims to support …
Khazna announces 100MW Ajman data center, UAE
Emirati operator Khazna Data Centers has announced plans for a 100MW data center in Ajman, UAE. In a recent LinkedIn post, the company said the AI-optimized facility will be the largest in its current …
UAE: CBI records $69.1mln pre-tax net profit in Jan-Sep 2024
Commercial Bank International (CBI) announced exceptionally strong financial results for the period ended 30th September 2024, recording a net profit before tax of AED254 million in the first nine …
Ohana development to launch new luxury branded residence project in the UAE
This exclusive development, located in Abu Dhabi, is set to redefine luxury beachfront living in the UAE. Scheduled for an official reveal in Q1 2025, this project marks another branded residence …
Analysis: Why Abu Dhabi is betting on fusion
As fusion energy’s breakthrough nears, the UAE is investing in a sector that poses a long-term threat to its fossil fuel industry.
Sharjah warns residents against buying low-priced items from illegal markets
Sharjah Municipality on Thursday warned residents against buying goods from these “unregulated markets”. Illegal vendors usually sell items at extra-low prices — but there is no …
Power Slap: Know more about tonight’s big show in Abu Dhabi
Showdown Week is going to ‘slap’… Abu Dhabi Showdown Week 2024 is gaining momentum in the lead-up to UFC 308, and the UAE capital will host the first international Power Slap event at the Space 42 …
Sudan denies attack on UAE Ambassador’s residence, calls allegations “fabricated”
Hassan Ali Osman Mahmoud, Charge d’ affaires at the embassy, has vehemently denied allegations regarding the attack on the UAE Ambassador’s residence in Khartoum, labelling them as fabricated. The UAE …
Most Gulf markets dip on regional tensions; Dubai gains
Most major stock markets in the Gulf eased in the early trade on Thursday as geopolitical tensions in the region kept investors on their toes, although the Dubai index bucked the trend to trade higher …
Abu Dhabi lists barbecue rules, designated areas as winter approaches
The city’s municipality has designated about 253 places for barbecue within 28 parks and gardens inside and outside Abu Dhabi Island …
Dust tornado and lightning captured on camera in UAE
A dust tornado has been captured on camera near a road in the United Arab Emirates. Drivers near the town of Sharjah stopped their cars to watch the spiralling spectacle.
Some UAE mosques to get charging stations for electric vehicles
Some UAE mosques will soon have charging stations for electric vehicles, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announced on …