DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai on Monday announced an $8-billion plan for a stormwater runoff system, two months after an unprecedented deluge and widespread flooding brought the desert state to a standstill. The rainwater drainage network announced …
Abu Dhabi to launch region’s first Family Business Index
The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development ADDED and the United Arab Emirates University UAEU have signed a Memorandum of Understanding laun …
UAE: HCT introduces sabbatical leave for professors, vocational certification for students
While HCT primarily serves UAE nationals, Dr Alayyan said it is also open to students of different nationalities. “HCT is open to all, ensuring a diverse learning environment,” he stated. A total of 5 …
Omniyat to more than double portfolio to $27bn in five years amid Dubai property boom
Dubai luxury developer Omniyat plans to boost investment and more than double the value of its property portfolio to Dh100 billion ($27.3 billion) in the next five years, as it seeks to capitalise on the sustained demand in the UAE real estate market.
UAE Central Bank issues new fintech sandbox regulation to attract startups
The issuance of the Sandbox Conditions Regulation is a testament to the UAE’s keenness towards enabling innovation and building a knowledge-based national economy. Image: Reuters The Central Bank of …
Use your Indian bank account to pay in UAE: A guide for Indian tourists, 2024
You can choose to pay in rupees. Use your existing UPI app (PhonePe or Google Pay) for shopping in UAE. Picture used for illustrative purposes only. Image Credit: Shutterstock Dubai: If you are an …
The 3 things you probably don’t know about your AC in Dubai – and how it’s costing you
To understand the secrets of a healthy air conditioning in Dubai, we spoke to an expert to learn how good maintenance can save you money.
Maroon 5 announced as the second headliner for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024
Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara said of the announcement: “We are thrilled to announce Maroon 5 as the Friday headliner for the upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Their unparalleled talent and global …
Black Sheep Coffee hits 100 stores with Abu Dhabi opening
Black Sheep Coffee has celebrated the opening of its 100th store. The location at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi, capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marks a significant milestone in the UK-based …
Man stabs his roommate for talking loudly on phone late at night in Dubai
In January last year, police received a report that a worker had been stabbed by one of his roommates at a company housing unit in Warsan, Dubai, and a patrol car and ambulance were dispatched to the …
Mitsui, partners to build ammonia plant in UAE
Mitsui, alongside TA’ZIZ (owned by Adnoc), Fertiglobe, and South Korea’s GS Energy Corporation, has agreed to commence construction of an ammonia production facility in the UAE. In addition, Mitsui …
UAE welcomes Gaza guests for medical treatment and education
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, has partnered with the Ministry of Education to facilitate the education of over 1,000 guests from Gaza receiving medical treatment …
Dubai South emerges UAE’s new ‘district of booming opportunities’
Dubai South, a major single-urban master development in the region neighbouring Jebel Ali and Expo City, is fast emerging as one of the most exciting new districts in UAE, according to a Dubai-based …
Dubai real estate: Russian buyers have ‘never dominated’ property market, won’t become number one, Omniyat boss says
The thriving Dubai real estate market is dominated by non-Russian investors, according to Omniyat’s chairman. Speaking at a media roundtable, Mahdi Amjad, founder and executive chairman of Omniyat, emphasised that while Russian buyers have been …
Dubai remains attractive to wealthy buyers despite rising cost of living: Report
Dubai has maintained its appeal as a prime location for wealthy individuals and families according to the latest Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report published by Bank Julius Baer & Co. Ltd. The annual …
Paid parking in Dubai: Residents face up to Dh4,000 extra yearly costs when new rates kick in
An Egyptian expat living in Arjan, Dubai, is bracing for an increase of more than Dh300 in his family’s monthly expenses as Parkin Company plans to introduce public parking fees in his community at …
UAE: Gold prices steady in Dubai in early trade
Globally, gold prices were down 0.13 per cent at $2,327.63 per ounce at 9.05 am UAE time. Chris Weston, head of research at Pepperstone, said gold bulls will be watching the geopolitical news flow …