Sharjah24: The Department of Islamic Affairs in Sharjah started accepting applications from both organisations and individuals who wish to establish tents and iftar locations for fasting individuals …
Meet UAE’s own Ironman who soars around the world in his jet suit
Ahmed Al Shehhi has become the UAE’s very own Ironman, soaring through the skies in his jet suit. After undergoing intense training in Britain, Al Shehhi qualified for the ‘Dubai Jet Suit Race’ — the …
UAE weather: Heavy rain and strong winds forecast this weekend
UAE authorities have issued a yellow weather alert as rain and strong winds hit parts of the country on Thursday. Showers were reported in Al Ain on Wednesday, with more wet weather forecast for the …
UAE weather: Rain lashes parts of country, more showers forecast
Heavy showers fell in parts of UAE early Thursday, which was also forecasted by the National Centre of Meteorology. Rains lashed Al Ain last night, drenching roads as cars were seen splashing through.
‘Iron Man’ pilots race in jet suits against a backdrop of Dubai skyscrapers
Pilots lined up on a runway in Dubai and fired up their seven jet engines with an ear-splitting roar. But they weren’t preparing flying an airplane.
Dubai’s Emaar announces $25bn lifestyle destinations
Emaar Properties has announced the launch of two remarkable projects in Dubai: The Heights Country Club and Grand Club Resort next to The Oasis. These developments, valued at AED55 billion and AED41 …
Dubai VC firm COTU Ventures launches $54mln fund for MENA start-ups
Dubai-based venture capital firm COTU Ventures has secured $54 million for its inaugural fund that will back early-stage start-ups in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Abu Dhabi witnesses 67% annual increase in number of AI company registrations: Study
Abu Dhabi Chamber places particular emphasis on AI investment, aligning with its vision to enhance the reputation and standing of the private sector in Abu Dhabi …
UAE’s Ministry of Economy and Crescent Enterprises launch trade report at WTO’s MC13 in Abu Dhabi
Image Credit: Supplied Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Economy, in collaboration with Crescent Enterprises and Gulftainer, launched a report titled ‘Trade 2050: A Private Sector Perspective’ during The …
UAE consumers turn AI smartphones deliver biggest hit since 2019, with Samsung S24 leading way
Helped by Galaxy S24, demand propels UAE’s gadget market to best Q1 since 2019 The ‘Galaxy’ is lighting up the UAE tech gadget marketplace, with demand for AI-enabled mobile handsets like the Samsung …
‘Exactly like Iron Man’: Dubai hosts first-ever jet suit race for pilots
In Dubai, pilots recently took part in the city’s inaugural jet suit race, an event reminiscent of scenes from Marvel’s Iron Man. It was organized by Gravity Industries.
Horizon expansion: Jumbo Offshore’s leap into Middle Eastern waters
Jumbo Offshore partners with Sea Horizon to represent and enhance offshore operations in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia through a strategic MoU. Horizon expansion: Jumbo Offshore’s leap into Middle …
UAE: Entrepreneurs Share Their Ups And Downs At Investopia
From having eureka moments to struggling to find funding for years, several top entrepreneurs shared the ups and downs of their journey at the Inves …
Farmers’ Body Objects to Curbs on Agri Imports
Nizamabad: Telangana Turmeric Farmers Association president Kotapati Narasimham Naidu objected to the proposed 40 per cent imports of agriculture products, at the World Trade Organisation …
Former FTX employees launch new crypto exchange
A group of former employees from FTX and Alameda Research has successfully raised $17 million to launch a cryptocurrency exchange called Backpack, according to a Bloomberg report. Based in Dubai, …
Abu Dhabi wealth fund selling out of Precinct Properties for $261m
Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund is selling its holding in NZX-listed landlord Precinct Properties New Zealand for $261 million, according to stock exchange announcements.Precinct, which owns the $1 …
Al-Attiyah maintains overall lead at Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge
Nasser Saleh al-Attiyah finished in second place in the Stage 2 of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge to maintain his overall lead. The Qatari star driving a Hunter Prodrive car alongside his French …